Arlin Creed’s riveting novel, Daggers and Daisies, invites readers into a beguiling realm of shifter fantasy, where enigmatic creatures, potent magic, and arduous quests coalesce against the backdrop of a realm in crisis. The narrative unfurls amidst a landscape where decaying magic, natural disasters, and unprecedented mutations are threatening the very essence of life. Despite the looming devastation, the realm’s leadership is entrenched in tradition, fervently resisting the winds of change.

Central to this rich tapestry is Scarlett, a dynamic character consigned to a society that diminishes the role of women to nothing more than servitude and procreation. Nevertheless, her destiny veers off the conventional path when her father daringly appoints her as the heir and impending queen of their kingdom. The real question is, can this young dragon shifter harness this unprecedented opportunity to enact transformational change, or will her narrative prematurely conclude before it truly commences?

Daggers and Daisies ingeniously explores a reality populated by dragon shifters, incessantly entangled in internal strife and territorial disputes with neighboring realms under diverse creature governance. The storyline artfully unifies these disparate elements through the common thread of magic, a powerful force accessible only to a privileged few, with women facing an absolute prohibition. Combining the allure of romance, the intrigue of mystery, and the thrill of action, this narrative has the potential to enthrall fans of “Dungeons and Dragons,” promising a magical journey of escapism.

Creed astutely sets the stage with a cautionary note regarding potential violence and explicit content. However, the novel defies these expectations, offering a more subdued depiction of these elements. The resultant narrative is, therefore, well suited for older teens and young adults in search of a more tempered fantasy experience. Although Daggers and Daisies serves as the initiation of a series, its denouement is somewhat precipitous, igniting an insatiable desire in readers for the narrative to continue. Despite this abrupt conclusion, Daggers and Daisies demonstrates significant potential as a compelling series.

Pages: 236 | ASIN : B0B9M3P9XY