Yo! Disclaimer, I've only read two out of the three books…. So I don't know how this story ends, but so far I am jazzed about this find. The reason I decided to actually make post about it is that I tried to look up some fan art and found NOTHING. So, with no other research about how known it is, I decided to recommend it!
This is a story about a man on a path of vengeance on those who have wronged him and those he loves…. Specifically dragons… Which are evil in this mind you… At least as far as I know…. And the ups and downs of all that.
Written by Lawrence Watt-Evans, the first book came out 1999, last book 2003. I have only consumed this yarn through audio, narrated by Shawn Saavedra. Shawn does an epic job of gruff (generally male) voices…. Female voices are okay.. the first book is about a 20ish hour listen, followed by 10ish and 10ish.
It is a single perspective and character driven story with some adventure elements, good action, light politics, little to no romance. In my opinion it was fairly simple to follow, only needing to rewind when I totally spaced out. It's not super deep and generally you have an inkling about where the story is about to go, but it is executed very well and I really enjoyed the main character, I love a good hero…. Some pretty bad stuff happens to him, but he gets his W's and I think GENERALLY the books are more light hearted… I've decided I am not a grim dark fan awhile ago lol. Oh, and it's got some other magic elements in it outside of dragons, but isn't a huge factor in the story…. So far as I am… Book 2 of 3 alright, don't kill me if the ending sucks and you psychos get there before me.
I'm a Brandon Sanderson addict… And if you've touched his stuff, though not the most complicated in the world to follow, can take a some effort through sheer volume, perspectives, and mechanics. Watt-Evans writes a story, though some might find some classic tropes, is intriguing, fun, can make you think about the cost of actions, and all around a good couple of books so far.
I have literally had to put a hiatus on playing Ghost of Tsushima, and have just been laying in bed before sleep listening to it. I'm 32m but could see myself reading it at like 14 or something give or take. I dunno, my kids can't read yet so do your own vetting if you're a parent.
Love y'all
by BabyHams