Awaken the Dragon

by A.C. Arthur
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Good Books rating 4.0
Fantasy
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  • ID: 6497
  • Added: 2025-11-18
  • Updated: 2025-11-18
  • ISBN: 9781488058851
  • Publisher: Carina Press
  • Published: 2019-11-04
  • Reviews: 3

Theo Masters, the powerful heir to the Drakon throne, lives a quiet life as a human running Legion Security Company. His world is upended when he meets Shola N’Gara, a mysterious woman from an African village who is destined to kill a dark spirit threatening her people. As demon activity rises and brutal murders pile up, Theo and Shola must navigate their growing attraction and the dangerous path that lies ahead. /n/nThe two must confront their destinies and the forces that seek to control them. Theo’s decision to stand by Shola could lead to a deadly battle with his own father, while Shola must choose between her purpose and her heart. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, their choices will determine not just their own futures, but the course of history itself.

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Women of Colour Read Too · 2021-08-10
good 3.50

The fast-paced narrative can be overwhelming at times, but the world-building is intriguing. The story is engaging but requires attention to detail.

They found the fast-paced narrative both thrilling and a bit overwhelming at times, requiring the reader to pay close attention. The world-building is intriguing and adds depth to the story. They appreciated the unique blend of African mythology and paranormal romance. However, they felt that the pacing could sometimes make it difficult to fully grasp the intricacies of the world. Overall, they found it to be an engaging read with a lot of potential.

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    It's very fast-paced and a little easy to get lost if you aren't paying attention.

    You learn things about this world along the way instead of being spoon-fed.

    The unique blend of African mythology and paranormal romance is intriguing.

GJacksWrites · 2020-02-01
excellent 4.00

The concept of supernatural beings and dragonlike-demigods in the human world is captivating. The story is engaging and well-paced, but some plot points could be more developed.

This reviewer is really taken with the idea of supernatural beings and dragonlike-demigods co-existing with humans. They found the story engaging and well-paced, with a good balance of action and romance. However, they felt that some of the plot points could be more fleshed out and the world-building could be more detailed. The characters are well-developed and the chemistry between them is palpable, making it a enjoyable read overall.

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    Hands down, the best thing about this book is the concept of these supernatural beings and Dragonlike-demigods being in the human world.

    The story is engaging and well-paced, with a good balance of action and romance.

    Some plot points could be more developed and the world-building could be more detailed.

TwiMom · 2019-11-13
great 4.50

The audiobook is well-narrated and the story is packed with action. The third-person POV adds depth to the characters and their interactions.

They really enjoyed the audiobook version of this story, praising the narration for bringing the characters to life. The action-packed plot keeps the listener engaged throughout. The use of third-person POV allows for a deeper understanding of the characters and their motivations. The reviewer appreciated the diverse representation in the story, particularly the African goddess as the main character. Overall, they found it to be a well-written paranormal romance with a compelling narrative.

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    Awaken the Dragon is a well-written paranormal romance.

    The story is packed with action.

    The narration is excellent and brings the characters to life.

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