I downloaded this book from Kindle Unlimited and am leaving this review
voluntarily.
I have read many, numerous books that I've loved over the years. When author
PT Harry contacted me, he said he would like to see his book mentioned on this
blog. I read the blurb for the book and the author's bio and knew I had to give
5 Moons a look. Little did I know what a treat I was in for.
This is a story that is epic in scope. It moves at breakneck speed without
sacrificing the necessary world building to set a good scene for the excellent
characters to play in. The prose flows so well that a reader might find
themselves losing track of time. At every page turn, there is something that
pushes the reader on to the next thing. There is no lack of high adventure to
delve into.
The language Mr. Harry uses in the book is marvelous. It reads very much as
though Edgar Rice Burroughs might write this today. I love the formal prose
style of that era, and when you add the author’s own style to that, it makes
for a very entertaining read.
But mostly, it’s just plain fun!
The Kingdom of Melela is at the end of a losing battle against a species
known as the Relcore. Leanna, Princess and Heir to the Throne, is in danger of
being captured or killed unless she is taken away to return and fight another
day. The task of safeguarding Leanna falls on the capable shoulders of Captain
Rez Cantor, a soldier in the Shadow Guard of the Imperial Army.
While escaping Melela, an incident onboard their transport sends Rez and
Leanna in different directions. Rez awakens on a strange world which begins his
new mission: prevent the destruction of the five moons, locate Princess Leanna,
and return home to Melela.
The new mission is laced with twists and turns, some beneficial, most
involving huge, sometime horrific challenges.
Rez Cantor is a good soldier. Well trained and able to think on his feet.
But the adventures stretch his ability to problem solve on his own. He
befriends a sentient humanoid Solula, a kind of cross between an ape and a
wolf. Rez is driven not to give up on Leanna and will put himself in great
peril to do so. His heroic journey is long and uncertain as he faces conditions
that would prove to be the end of most humans who are less prepared.
One favorite point of plot in 5 Moons is the inclusion of 55
photographic works of art scattered throughout the book that help to visualize
the characters and many of the aliens Rez encounters. They are very clear in
digital format, and many are pleasing to the eye, while others are the stuff of
nightmares. It was a great help to me to visualize creatures, places, and
situations within the story.
My takeaway from 5 Moons is addressed in my second favorite plot
point, and that is the importance of friendship when embarking on a difficult
quest. Rez's Solulan friend is loyal to a fault, and no matter what happens, he
is always there, whether the chips are up or down. Finding such a friend is a
rare and wonderful thing, and Mr. Harry illustrates the value of such
friendship with excellence and flair.
This story was written in the style of master Storyteller, Edgar Rice
Burroughs, but make no mistake, this is a wholly original work of science
fiction with many elements of fantasy added. It is a tale of "survival,
mystery, and heroism" that will have the reader on the edge of their seat
while they navigate a lightning speed epic tale to ignite the imagination.
I give The 5 Moons of Tiiana my highest recommendations!
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Well, there it is…
Qapla!
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