Joe Naff

The book drew me in from the very first. The plot was fast paced and very enjoyable. Faith is a chosen prophet of Lucifer with a conscience. This book touches upon some taboo subject matter and is not for readers who are close minded about religion. There is quite a lot of profanity in here so if you are easily offended, don't read the book.

Faith is not someone you would think of as the Antichrist as you will learn in the book. She actually has a conscience.

Be prepared for a fast-paced metaphysical ride of a lifetime.

I give this book 5 stars. I look forward to reading more of this series.
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The Stone of Time-Chronicles of Shyra Book 1 was an absolute pleasure to read. Epic fantasy has always enchanted me. I had high expectations for this book and I wasn't disappointed. The daunting task of creating a world like Sorenia and Desia amazes and humbles me as I write my first fantasy novel and I applaud Joe Naff. Traveling with Shyra and her companions on their journey was a wonderful escape from the chaos in my life right now.

Shyra is a headstrong princess of the kingdom of Sorenia who wants a great adventure. Little does she know, she will get that and more as the story enfolds. She becomes a chosen champion whose destiny is to save and change her kingdom as well as the kingdom of Desia. Along the way, she gathers a band of travelers who help her on her quest to find the Desia Stone, the means to complete her destiny. She finds herself making amends for the hatred that her ancestors have caused. It's a classic tale of good and evil. Black and white ends up blurring into gray.

Joe combines spiritual elements in the story as well and it all meshes together into a monumental masterpiece. These elements were a bonus as I follow an alternative spiritual path and I really connected with the theme of the story. The message becomes clear as you near the end of the book and parts of the truth are shown to you.

Joe's world building was phenomenal and the descriptions and characters pulled me and thrust me into their journey. It made me feel that I could accomplish the impossible right beside them.

5 stars are given for the amazing world creation and the spiritual message of the book.

I would recommend this for readers of epic fantasy. This book falls in line with some other epic fantasy greats such as Terry Goodkind, Tad Williams, Terry Brooks and last but not least Tolkien.… (más)