The Legend of Oescienne: Book 1 – The Finding by Jenna Johnson
(available on Lulu.com soon)
I don’t read fantasy. Ever. I only got through the first page of The Lord Of the Rings
Here’s the back cover copy:
When the dragon Jaax receives word that a human infant has been found in the province of Oescienne, he refuses to believe it. Humans have been extinct for centuries, purged from the world by the immortal Crimson King. Despite his doubts, however, Jaax journeys to the elfin village of Crie only to discover that what he has been seeking for so many hears has finally been found…
Jahrra is the answer to a prophecy, one that tells of a human child who will one day rise against the evil king and return peace to Ethoes. But before she can fulfill her destiny, Jahrrra must first survive the challenge of growing up. Little does she know that this is only the very beginning of a journey wrapped in danger, adventure, mystery and the greatest test of friendship, loyalty and love.
Don’t you love that last sentence?
Book 1 of The Legend of Oescienne is absolutely perfect to read to children ages about seven to eleven. It would be great on car trips or to be read as a reward in the classroom. The action at the end had me hanging on every word. What’s really interesting about this story is that the complexity of the writing increases with the age of the heroine.
General consensus: Jenna, finish the second one already!
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