Book Review - Allon- Shawn Lamb

Title: Allon

Author:  Shawn Lamb

Review:  I enjoyed the story.  It took me to a different place and time, where good and evil dwelled side by side trying to usurp one another.  The evil or Dark Ways had grown strong since the Great War and Allon was suffering at its hand. 

Fantasy is always full of characters with different abilities and interesting names.  I found the cast a bit full and hard to follow.  The author said that in future books there will be a list of characters for those of us who need a reminder of who they all are.  The map in the book was helpful to know where the characters were traveling.

This is the first in a series and much of the book was devoted to setting the scene and introducing characters.  The story revolved about the Guardians and the mortals fulfilling a prophecy.  Draga, the creator of the Dark Ways, is finding a way to emerge from his prison to rule the land again.  He’s a good bad guy, you love to hate.  Kell, the good guardian, is full of love for the mortals and wants to take Draga down.  Ellis and Shannon are well matched mortals, who encounter many trials in their loyalty and lives.  Both of these mortals are surrounded by a host of helpful friends and Guardians.  The book leads up to the battle and I don’t want to tell you what happens. 

I think the author could have gone a bit deeper into the characters and into the challenges that faced Ellis.  I felt I didn't really understand how the Guardians worked exactly and I wanted a more clear back story.  The concept is great and with a bit more work the book could be fantastic.  But overall the book was interesting.  I hope for more from the next one.  


If you enjoy fantasy and the host of creatures and characters that come with it, then you will enjoy this book.  The story gives you hope for the good of our lives.  We all fight our own battles, and I think fantasy helps us realize that we are not alone in that. 

Publisher: January 5th 2010 by Creation House

ISBN: 1599798913

Copyright: 2010

Pages:  287

Quick Review: 31/2 stars (out of 5)

Why I Read It:  The author was looking for bloggers to read and review her books.

Where I Obtained the Book:  Sent from the author.

Synopsis:  The land of Allon was a paradise until the fall of the Guardians paved the way for the rise of the Dark Way. Evil King Marcellus now controls the land as his forefathers did, with an iron fist and the help of the evil spirit, Dagar. But an ancient prophecy speaks of a time to come when the Guardians will return and Allon will be restored—lead by its rightful heir. All the while, the exiled teenage Promised Prince, Ellis, must prove himself worthy to be king through a series of supernatural trials that test his character, wisdom, courage, and his heart. The first in the Allon series, this magical tale of adventure, destiny, and faith will test the reader’s strength and awaken their spirit of adventure.

Author Biography:   Shawn lives in Antioch, Tennessee, just outside Nashville with her husband of nearly 25 years and their college age daughter, Briana. Shawn pursued her love of writing and took it to a professional level, writing for the 1980s Filmation animated series "BRAVESTARR". Along the way, she won several screenwriting awards, including a Certificate of Merit from the American Screenwriters Association.

Taking the skills of writing for television along with experience of working with kids and teens, she began work on the series ALLON. The results are stories of faith to believe and overcome obstacles, commitment to a cause, and the endurance to see it through to the end.

Begin the journey with Ellis and Shannon as they struggle to restore hope to the mortals of ALLON and pave the way for the return of the immortal Guardians.

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