Treason (Treason and Truth Book 1)

Join prince Adeone in his adventures, written in an ancient type of language this books takes you back to the war movies type of setting, i loved the flow it went well with smooth transitions that kept me wanting to read more and more, i almost felt like the book ended too quick because i was simply entertained. I would recommend this book to people who love books with knights and kingdoms and territories, such settings. This is the type of book you can read everyday, on your travels or at home or while waiting for an appointment. This book will certainly keep you well entertained. From the cover i dint expect the story to capture me like it did, it slowly drew me in and i suddenly got caught up scrolling through page after page and didn’t even notice time passing by. This is a great read and if you’re thinking of giving it a chance, you sure should. The prince was definitely my favorite character and he really got me trying to put myself in his position and this really made the action quite thrilling for me.

J.A. Cauldwell's Treason is the first book in the Treason and Truth Series. The book features several maps of the Oedran Empire and the FitzAlcis family tree at the beginning of the book. There is also a chronicle which shows the timeline of significant events that have happened in the past. The book is divided into three parts that introduce a plethora of characters and their perceptions of the events in the book. King Adeone and his sons, Prince Arkyn and Prince Tain, are in significant danger from Adeones brother, Justiciar Scanlon. The story opens with a scene of King Alatrius on his deathbed. Prince Adeone and Princess Ira have done everything they can to summon relatives to Oedran, but Prince Scanlon refuses the invitation. After Alatrius funeral, Scanlon refuses to use his title, instead taking on the role of Justiciar of the Empire. Fifteen years pass, and Queen Ira has fallen ill. Meanwhile, Sergeant Wynfeld has arrived in Oerdan, hoping to see the queen. By chance, Wynfeld saves Adeone from being thrown from his horse. Wynfeld is invited to see Ira, with Adeone believing he is family. They spend the evening together, but Ira becomes tired. Adeone urges Wynfeld to carry her upstairs. Ira dies in Wynfelds arms. Upon Iras death, Adeone knew his sons were not safe in Oedran. Informants have warned him that Scanlon intends to kill him and his children so he could have absolute power over the Empire. He appoints Wynfeld as Chief of Intelligence and takes his children, including Scanlons abandoned daughter, Elantha, to Cearlan. Along the way, they encounter the Wanda tribe. Adeone trusts Laioril, the Wanda chief, and asks him to keep an extra eye on the children. Laioril agrees, taking his tribe to the peaceful valley. The Comptroller greets the entourage. A story set in the far past, the setting is depicted in exceptional detail. Utilizing the maps provided at the start, it is effortless to follow the movements of the various characters. Attention to every detail of the characters' personalities makes them come to life. Mischievous nine-year-old Prince Tain is a stark contrast to serious fourteen-year-old Prince Arkyn. Arkyn resembles his father in having the tendency to work himself to exhaustion. Despite being king, Adeone and Landis reminisce about how they caused mayhem in their youth. A unique feature in the story comes from the tales the princes listen to from their elders. The tales are told in detail, so readers can understand their importance. Laiorils tale of how Ulliarn powers came to be and how magic was brought to the world explains the attributes that some of the characters show. For instance, scrying was utilized by multiple members of the military and gave them the advantage of stopping any lawbreakers. However, some of the criminal elements also had the potential to evade capture with their own strengths. Scanlon was able to strike fear in people and take advantage of anyone with such talents. I rate this novel five stars. The engaging dialogue, unpredictable plot, and suspense are captivating. To avoid confusion over the multiple characters, the author also provides detailed lists of the people at the end of the book. Young adult readers will enjoy the fantasy and strategy elements in the beautifully written tale. The vocabulary used in the book regarding the positions of some of the characters may be more difficult for young children. The instances of death and mild violence can also be triggering for some people. Overall, this book offers several themes, such as resilience, grief, and acceptance, that are beneficial for potential readers.