The Land Beyond The Waste - B.F Peterson
★★★★★

"You, too, are a child of two worlds, her mother had told her once And like the rydar, you will thrive and add colour wherever you grow"


Thank you Netgalley for the arc copy.

H O L Y M O T H E R. This book is a fantastic, well built, deep and rich and tension-filled fantasy story combining all well- loved elements of high fantasy that follows Rydara and her half-brother Aandar after her banishment for defying her Father, the King, after her special ability proves they are all in danger. What unfolds is a intricate, politically charged, fast-paced journey that leads them to the hidden village of the elves where Rydara and Aandar plead their case for help from a race their tribes have spurned for years, whose language they cannot speak.

With exceptional world-building, high-stakes combat, deep lore and dragons, The Land Beyond The Waste takes you on a journey from despair and loneliness, through acceptance and courage, to sacrifice and selflessness. The magic system is unique whilst still retaining a comfort of understanding and although complicated, is very satisfying to follow as the reader understands certain exchanges before the characters do. It's certainly a book that leaves you needing a minute after you finish just to gather your thoughts.

I'd recommend adding to your Goodreads, you're definitely going to want to read this.

- Rich history
- Politcal intrigue
- Warfare
- Combat
- Dragons & elves
- Telepathic communication
- Unique magic
- Deep lore
- High fantasy

The Land Beyond the Waste offers rich worldbuilding, a unique magic system, and a fresh take on beloved classic fantasy elements that it quickly became impossible for me to put down! The rich and detailed world-building has left me eager to dive into more of its history and lore in the The Ellyrian Code.