The author establishes the plot’s foundation by jumping
right into the drama. The prologue finds two evil protagonists standing over an
infant’s crib, frustrated that they can’t penetrate his protection to take his
blood. Readers learn that Abigor wants Fionn’s blood to resurrect powers that
were lost many years ago. The setting quickly shifts to middle-grade Fionn when
he discovers he’s a Lionborn, powerful creatures that were assumed to be extinct.
His first inkling that his life has changed occurs when he sees a reflection of
a lion cub where his own face should be. Fionn slowly realizes the meaning of
being a Lionborn, but it’s later revealed that his best friend, Ella, has an
important role too. A strange new student also appears, and he turns out to be
an elf from the realm of Arborea.
Readers will root for Fionn, as he exhibits many admirable
character traits. His bravery is repeatedly tested as he faces
deadly beasts and other dangerous situations without knowing how he’ll survive them.
He has an uncompromising need to protect others, even when it means he must
sacrifice something he truly wants. He’s intelligent and determined as he
faces seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Readers will feel sympathy for Fionn
when he learns that he was separated from his real mother. Finding out what happened
to her becomes an important quest.
Tiny is an entertaining character, and he becomes a loyal
ally to Fionn. Tiny provides background information about Arborea, Abigor, and
other things that arise. He tells Fionn and readers the dangers they can expect
while Fionn navigates Arborea. He’s also the character able to open portals
between worlds, allowing Fionn to move quickly to new settings. This ability
eliminates the long, tedious traveling that characters and readers endure in
some other books. Tiny adds levity to the story, especially when Fionn first
visits his humble abode.
What didn’t work as well:
Fionn survives several perilous situations due to luck rather than
his own conscious efforts. He can’t control his Lionborn powers early in the
story, and they emerge out of necessity during critical moments. Other
characters might appear at the right moment to save Fionn from being seriously
harmed or killed. Readers might want to see the book’s hero more in control of
his predicaments.
The final verdict:
This book presents an exciting start to a magical adventure
series. It features a virtuous main character on a quest against evil and to
discover an unknown family heritage. The author includes many twists and surprises
to keep readers on their toes! I recommend you try this book for yourself.
I am writing this as the brother of a survivor of brutal domestic violence. My sister was married to Sharique Zea, who lived with her in London, United Kingdom. During their marriage, she was subjected to repeated physical assaults, psychological torture, and emotional degradation at his hands. What began as a marriage built on promises soon turned into a prolonged nightmare of cruelty and fear.
ReplyDeleteThe abuse was not occasional or impulsive — it was deliberate, systematic, and sustained. My sister endured years of humiliation, threats, and isolation. Every attempt she made to save her marriage was met with more violence and manipulation. Eventually, the situation became life-threatening. With immense courage and the assistance of UK law enforcement, she fled for her life, escaping with her two young sons and returning to India to seek safety and justice.
Since her return, our family has filed formal complaints with the relevant authorities in India. We have provided documented evidence, including police reports and witness statements, both from India and the United Kingdom. Every claim we have made is supported by verifiable records and stands up to legal scrutiny.
Instead of facing the consequences of his crimes, Sharique Zea has chosen the path of cowardice and evasion. He has refused to return to India to face judicial proceedings and instead continues to hide abroad. Meanwhile, he attempts to construct a false, sanitized public image through websites, social media pages, and self-promotional platforms — pretending to be a respectable, positive figure. This is nothing but a calculated effort to mislead the public and bury the truth of his documented history of domestic abuse and abandonment.
A District Court in India has already issued a show-cause notice against him, directing him to pay maintenance and financial support to his wife and two minor children. Yet, he continues to ignore these legal orders, displaying complete contempt for the law and for the family he destroyed.
Because of his deliberate neglect and prolonged absence, his two innocent sons are now forced to live a foster life, away from the love, stability, and care every child deserves. They are growing up in an environment of minimal facilities — a tragic consequence of their father’s selfishness and cruelty. His actions have left permanent emotional and psychological scars on their young minds, all because he chose to abandon them rather than take responsibility.
Domestic violence is not a private matter — it is a crime. The scars it leaves are deep and lasting. Those who enable, collaborate, or associate with known abusers share moral responsibility for the suffering they perpetuate.
To anyone who chooses to engage with Sharique Zea, personally or professionally, we issue this warning: do so with full awareness of the verified allegations against him and the devastation he has inflicted upon a mother and her two sons.
Our fight is not just for justice — it is for truth, accountability, and to ensure that no other woman or child suffers in silence as my sister did. The law may move slowly, but it does move — and we will ensure that this offender is held accountable for every act of cruelty, deceit, and desertion he has committed.