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Desperate Tides, Desperate Measures
by Brett Salter
Series: Talisman Series #5
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Published by Createspace on February 25, 2022
Genres: Middle Grade Fantasy
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover, Kindle, Paperback
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Also in this series: The Search For Synergy, Riders of Fire and Ice, Windy City Ruins, The Battle for Verdana
Looks like our heroes can finally put an end to the nightmare that was Scarabadon, The Juggernaut. And it seems everyone’s favorite Synergist Knight and Master Dragon have fixed their Talisman issue too. Having thwarted every attack The Tyrant King has thrown at them to this point, The Alliance believes that they can endure any challenge as long as they remain together. Now, having the upper hand seems like the perfect opportunity to seek out more allies and even more of the realm’s mystical Talismans. Could this be a “happily ever after” for our ensemble of motley heroes? Or is this peace just a fool’s hope and just as temporary as the changing tides?
Desperate Tides, Desperate Measures by Brett Salter throws our heroes into unlikely new scenarios.
Will Julian and Rome ever see the end of this never-ending battle?
Julian Rider and Rome Lockheed performed the Great Synergy at the end of the last book and broke that Talisman. They returned to Florida, where they left their mentor, and somehow the old Talisman is working again (?), which makes them a formidable pair. Julian, Rome, Clay, Jericho, Krysta, and Camela are all trying to stop the Tyrant King from returning to their world and wreaking havoc everywhere. Each brings an essential part to their team, including Mrs. Case and her three Wind Dragons.
A lot has happened in this installment. I was left me scratching my head at some parts. I can’t wait to see how this series ends. The flow of time seems off, and how in the world do Rome’s parents not go looking for him at all?
Julian and Rome are the main heroes of the story since Rome seems to be the prophesized fire dragon from the Den of Volcana that will take down the Tyrant King and, of course, with Julian’s help, his sworn brother in arms and literal brother as they share the same heart now. Clay, Jericho, Krysta, Camela, Mr. Jones, Mrs. Case, and the three Wind Dragons are all a part of the team that they have assembled to take down the Tyrant King once he comes through, along with the other Dragons that they have come across.
My only concern is how Mr. Salter will wrap this whole thing up.
Three Stars
I am giving Desperate Tides, Desperate Measures by Brett Salter three stars rating. I am also recommending it to all middle grade readers. There are some characters that I still find annoying, but it’s all good. Mr. Salter has a good series on his hands.
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Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of Desperate Tides, Desperate Measures by Brett Salter.
Until the next time,
Happy Reading!
About Brett Salter
My background in writing stems mostly from the inspiration I found as a kid when I read Fantasy and Sci-Fi books. These include The Chronicles of Narnia, The Xanth Novels, The Time Quintet, The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, and everything from Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss. In my formative years, I joined several punk rock bands and wrote songs, poetry, and short stories aplenty. As an adult (?) I took on a dare and wrote the first book in my Talisman Series. I loved the feeling it gave me and the idea of inspiring others so much that I kept writing until I had an entire series.
And now, a massive head’s up! I am NOT a professional writer. That’s why I write MG/YA instead of High, Epic Fantasy. I do all my own writing, my own editing, my own promoting, and my own stunts with my extremely limited free time. If you are okay overlooking a few typos and coma splices, then we can be friends. If you are expecting the next George R.R. Martin, then my apologies. I write for kids like my own and tell stories meant to entertain. Check out my books if you like action, dragons, and zany characters.
Stay cool and keep a wary eye out for portals!
Reading this book contributed to these challenges:
- 2023 Finishing the Series
- 2023 Goodreads RC
- 2023 Let Us Read Middle Grade
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