The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin

Sherry Fundin Continues the Journey with The Discovery of Inner Magic

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“Stephan Lethaus has created an amazing world of magic, trolls and dragons, humans and science.”
— Sherry Fundin

Read the full review here → Sherry Fundin at fundinmental

“Can you imagine, coming from a world of science and, voilà, you are now in a medieval world of magic?”

“They will accumulate allies and develop their magic, sometimes learning by trial and error.”

“With the battles that rage, I’m not so sure they will all survive.”

“Unlikely alliances are created and many will fight to the death. Betrayals make it hard to know who to trust.”

“After all, not everything is gloom and doom.”

Thank you again, Sherry, for returning to Skaiyles and sharing your thoughts on Book 2 of the Ryūjin Saga. Your reflections on the characters, worldbuilding, and emotional arcs are truly appreciated—I’m so glad the journey continues to resonate!
— Stephan

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“The world is rich in detail and if you love fantasies, I think you may love The Magical Legacy Of The Ryūjin.”
— Sherry Fundin

Read the full review here → Sherry Fundin at fundinmental

“We have artificial intelligence and robots. We have magic and dragons.”

“The Magical Legacy Of The Ryūjin starts out a little slow, but the further I read, the more the pace picks up and a subtle urgency spans the pages.”

“Robin is one of the main characters, and some not-so-nice things happen to him… I also liked Mi Lou. She is in danger and on the run.”

“Treachery, treason, and betrayal puts many lives in danger and many bodies will fall.”

I’m so thankful to Sherry for diving into the world of Skaiyles and sharing her impressions of Book 1! Your reflections on Robin, Mi Lou, and the world of Skaiyles mean a great deal—and I can’t wait for you to discover what’s ahead in Book 2!
— Stephan

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“Middle Earth meets modern angst with a generous helping of dragon sarcasm.”
— Robin Ginther-Venneri

Read the full review here → Robin’s Goodreads Review

“Rob and Fuku’s deepening bond is easily the heart of the book—awkward, loyal, and frequently life-threatening.”

“Watching a systems analyst navigate prophecies, magical bear traps, and dragons who want to talk about your ‘inner power’ is as delightful as it sounds.”

“The world of Skaiyles continues to shine. It’s lush, weird, and brimming with unpredictable magic.”

“Sometimes the pacing does that thing where it sprints up a cliff, pauses to sniff the flowers, then remembers it’s in mortal peril.”

“New faces are either charmingly suspicious or suspiciously charming.”

I’m once again honored and genuinely entertained by Robin Ginther-Venneri’s sharp, witty review—this time for The Discovery of the Inner Magic. Her humor, insight, and perfect metaphor-to-mayhem ratio bring me so much joy. Thank you for traveling deeper into Skaiyles, and for capturing the heart of Rob and Fuku’s bond so beautifully.
Stephan

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“It’s giving Eragon meets Ready Player One with the sass of How to Train Your Dragon and the stakes of The Witcher.”
— Robin Ginther-Venneri

Read the full review here → Robin’s Goodreads Review

“We kick off with Rob—your classic ‘I just wanted to feed horses, not flee for my life’ teen—and Fuku Riu, the dragon equivalent of a sarcastic older sibling who didn’t ask for this bond, thank you very much.”

“Crystals explode, timelines crash, and Mi Lou lands in Skaiyles, where dragons are snarky, soul elixirs are a thing, and political betrayals come with side orders of magical tournaments and generational blood feuds.”

Here’s What Slapped:
🐉 Fuku Riu. Equal parts spicy chaos and loyal companion. I would 100% watch a spin-off of him side-eyeing every human decision.
🌀 Dual timelines that don’t suck. Future tech + classic fantasy = chef’s—wait, you said no cliches. Fine. It slapped.
🌿 Skaiyles. A rich, earthy, detailed world that somehow feels ancient and fresh all at once.
🧠 The philosophical dragon discussions. No seriously. Existential crises and sass? I ate it up.
🤺 The action scenes. Whether it’s soul-bond drama, mage fights, or cyber-enhanced assassins—never boring, always cinematic.

“Whether it’s soul-bond drama, mage fights, or cyber-enhanced assassins—never boring, always cinematic.”

“Took a few chapters to find its footing—but once it did, it ran.”

I’m incredibly thankful to Robin Ginther-Venneri for her review of The Magical Legacy of the Ryūjin. Her sharp wit, vivid impressions, and joyfully bold metaphors made it an absolute delight to read. Thank you, Robin, for engaging so deeply with the story and its world — I’m truly honored. And yes, I definitely laughed out loud while reading your review!
Stephan