The Adventurers Guild by Zack Loran Clark

With Zed being half-elf in a city where elves are looked down upon, his storyline was especially touching and I expect it will expand even more.

They are two adorable best friends who are super supportive and protective of each other. The ending especially leaves so much open regarding how Freestone is to function in the future, and it was a great note to end on. The magic system is a little more vague, but I was pleased with how it grew throughout the story with so many more branches of magic than were originally introduced.

The history of Freestone was clear and complex, yet easily understandable.

The world building and magic system in this novel were really well done. I believe if you are a fan of older-middle grade (I find it particularly reminiscent of The Magisterium Series ) then it would be a great fit for you. I have to say, I really enjoyed this book more than I anticipated! I'm not a huge middle grade reader NOR am I a high fantasy reader, but The Adventurers Guilde struck a nice balance that complimented my reading styles perfectly. This start of a thrilling new series is sure to be a hit with readers who like their fantasies clever and action-packed, with tons of humor and heart. And when the boys uncover a conspiracy that threatens all of Freestone, Zed, Brock, and their new allies-Liza, a fierce noble, and Jett, a brave dwarf-must prove their worth once and for all. Led by the fearsome Alabasel Frond, the guild acts as the last line of defense against the Dangers-hungry, unnatural beasts from otherworldly planes. and they find themselves members of the perilous Adventurers Guild. Brock, the roguishly handsome son of merchants, is confident he'll be welcomed into the ranks of the Merchants Guild.īut just as it seems the boys' dreams have come true, their lives take a startling turn. Zed desperately wishes to join the ranks of the Mages Guild, where his status as Freestone's only half elf might finally be an asset. In one of the last cities standing after the world fell to monsters, best friends Zed Kagari and Brock Dunderfel have high hopes for the future.

Few ever asked to join the Adventurers Guild.

The Adventurers Guild by Zack Loran Clark