"A gripping and compelling story of overwhelming odds...Difficult to put down until the end!" - Peter Ringrose - Former Executive Director - Family and Children Services of the Waterloo Region (Retired)
"In a universe where darkness reigns, and hope is elusive, The Demond of Legend confronts impossible odds and inspires us to do the same. In such terrible times, fighting for true love may be the only light we know. I'm very glad I took this journey!" - Mark Wolters - CEO SalesEvolve Solutions
"The most imaginative book I've ever read!" - Autumn Conley - Editor
"A poignant self-narrative and coming of age story, depicting resilience over trauma, and the need to reclaim and reconcile lost identity to heal." - Jennifer Warren, MSW, Reconciliation Lead, Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies
"Author S.P. Joseph Lyons’ latest entry in his Drux series introduces Orion the warrior, whose life is as mysterious as his sword-arm is strong. Escaping life as a child-slave on the warlord Ridran’s planet, Orion slowly comes to realize that his fate is inseparable from that of the universe’s. His fighting skills take him far, but it’s only under the mentorship of his adoptive parent, Malek, and the boundless love of the mage, Odeal, that Orion grows into his own extraordinary potential.
Orion is a genre-bending novel that brings together the better qualities of fantasy and science fiction in one spectacular adventure. Amid sword-fighting action and magical deeds, space ships and strange peoples on far-off planets, the characters remain compelling and relatable. The genre experiment here, nonetheless, never gets in the way of great storytelling or character development.
Themes relating to personal growth give the novel an introspective quality unusual to either fantasy or science fiction. Such themes are never far from the scenes of triumph and tragedy, war and spell-casting, that define the expansive scope of Orion’s multiple worlds and its elaborate magical system. The reader identifies easily with Orion, feeling the depths of his joy and pain, as he progresses both as a hero and a human being. The novel will appeal to anyone interested in seeing the outer limits of these genres explored, even as the characters continue to be morally realistic and emotionally rich.
The writing shows genuine craft, and is a showcase for Lyons’ talent for dialogue. But what holds together Orion, almost as if it were the novel’s own gravitational force, is the author’s splendid imagination. It’s one that is as is literate in the intrigues of wizards or the acrobatics of space battles as it is observant of that far more otherworldly phenomenon that is the human condition. It’s this mixing of the conventions of genre with the theme of personal growth that makes Orion a little allegorical, and a book that not only entertains, but also quietly educates the reader." - David Black, Ph.D.
Associate professor, School of Communication and Culture, Royal Roads University
"I couldn't put this book down! It's entertaining, enthralling, and captivating. It is a high paced, action filled story with romance, suspense, and a little bit of stuff for everyone. I found I couldn't put it down and had to find out what happened next. The characters bring you in to their world and you become invested in them to the point that you feel part of their family and story. I can't wait for the next book(s) to come along!" - Amazon reviewer
"I was transported into a magical universe from the beginning and am still filled with wonder, though I've finished reading the book. It was an exciting, action-fueled story that takes good vs. evil, love vs. hate and peace vs. injustice to the extreme. S. P. Joseph Lyons has created a magical tale that resonated with both the fighter and the romantic in me. And if you think these two things are at odds with one another, think again. Or better yet read this book and you will see what I mean. I eagerly await the next installment of The DRUX Series!" - Amazon reviewer
"I really enjoyed this book! It is a story full of rich characters, non-stop action, and true love. An original story that is definitely worth reading!" - Amazon reviewer
"Raw emotion and fast paced action. It kept me locked in and didn't let me go! I fell in love with the characters, I cheered for them, I bled with them." - Amazon reviewer
"Sometimes all a girl wants is to know that her boy loves her so much that he'd do anything for her, go anywhere to get her. This book proved that to me. I loved it so much!" - Amazon reviewer
"This book gave me hope in true love again. A must read!" - Amazon reviewer
"An amazing emotional roller coaster of an adventure. Great fantasy series! Would highly recommend!" - Amazon reviewer
"What a great book!! If you love fantasy, it's one of the best!" - Amazon reviewer
"If you enjoy a good fantasy story about a hero and his love sacrificing themselves for the greater good, you will love this book!" - Amazon reviewer
"I loved the characters from the beginning and the story until the last moment!" - Amazon reviewer
"In a universe where darkness reigns, and hope is elusive, The Demond of Legend confronts impossible odds and inspires us to do the same. In such terrible times, fighting for true love may be the only light we know. I'm very glad I took this journey!" - Mark Wolters - CEO SalesEvolve Solutions
"The most imaginative book I've ever read!" - Autumn Conley - Editor
"A poignant self-narrative and coming of age story, depicting resilience over trauma, and the need to reclaim and reconcile lost identity to heal." - Jennifer Warren, MSW, Reconciliation Lead, Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies
"Author S.P. Joseph Lyons’ latest entry in his Drux series introduces Orion the warrior, whose life is as mysterious as his sword-arm is strong. Escaping life as a child-slave on the warlord Ridran’s planet, Orion slowly comes to realize that his fate is inseparable from that of the universe’s. His fighting skills take him far, but it’s only under the mentorship of his adoptive parent, Malek, and the boundless love of the mage, Odeal, that Orion grows into his own extraordinary potential.
Orion is a genre-bending novel that brings together the better qualities of fantasy and science fiction in one spectacular adventure. Amid sword-fighting action and magical deeds, space ships and strange peoples on far-off planets, the characters remain compelling and relatable. The genre experiment here, nonetheless, never gets in the way of great storytelling or character development.
Themes relating to personal growth give the novel an introspective quality unusual to either fantasy or science fiction. Such themes are never far from the scenes of triumph and tragedy, war and spell-casting, that define the expansive scope of Orion’s multiple worlds and its elaborate magical system. The reader identifies easily with Orion, feeling the depths of his joy and pain, as he progresses both as a hero and a human being. The novel will appeal to anyone interested in seeing the outer limits of these genres explored, even as the characters continue to be morally realistic and emotionally rich.
The writing shows genuine craft, and is a showcase for Lyons’ talent for dialogue. But what holds together Orion, almost as if it were the novel’s own gravitational force, is the author’s splendid imagination. It’s one that is as is literate in the intrigues of wizards or the acrobatics of space battles as it is observant of that far more otherworldly phenomenon that is the human condition. It’s this mixing of the conventions of genre with the theme of personal growth that makes Orion a little allegorical, and a book that not only entertains, but also quietly educates the reader." - David Black, Ph.D.
Associate professor, School of Communication and Culture, Royal Roads University
"I couldn't put this book down! It's entertaining, enthralling, and captivating. It is a high paced, action filled story with romance, suspense, and a little bit of stuff for everyone. I found I couldn't put it down and had to find out what happened next. The characters bring you in to their world and you become invested in them to the point that you feel part of their family and story. I can't wait for the next book(s) to come along!" - Amazon reviewer
"I was transported into a magical universe from the beginning and am still filled with wonder, though I've finished reading the book. It was an exciting, action-fueled story that takes good vs. evil, love vs. hate and peace vs. injustice to the extreme. S. P. Joseph Lyons has created a magical tale that resonated with both the fighter and the romantic in me. And if you think these two things are at odds with one another, think again. Or better yet read this book and you will see what I mean. I eagerly await the next installment of The DRUX Series!" - Amazon reviewer
"I really enjoyed this book! It is a story full of rich characters, non-stop action, and true love. An original story that is definitely worth reading!" - Amazon reviewer
"Raw emotion and fast paced action. It kept me locked in and didn't let me go! I fell in love with the characters, I cheered for them, I bled with them." - Amazon reviewer
"Sometimes all a girl wants is to know that her boy loves her so much that he'd do anything for her, go anywhere to get her. This book proved that to me. I loved it so much!" - Amazon reviewer
"This book gave me hope in true love again. A must read!" - Amazon reviewer
"An amazing emotional roller coaster of an adventure. Great fantasy series! Would highly recommend!" - Amazon reviewer
"What a great book!! If you love fantasy, it's one of the best!" - Amazon reviewer
"If you enjoy a good fantasy story about a hero and his love sacrificing themselves for the greater good, you will love this book!" - Amazon reviewer
"I loved the characters from the beginning and the story until the last moment!" - Amazon reviewer