| Category: | Young Adult - Fantasy-General |
|---|---|
| Author: | Rafaele Désiré |
| Publisher: | Clear Source Publishing |
| Publication Date: | November 16, 2023 |
| Number of Pages: | 231 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780996672863 |
| ASIN: | B0CKB3BMZB |
The Call of
the Dreamwalkers by Rafaele
Désiré is a young adult fantasy that follows the story of Anael, a 14-year-old
girl living in a world where dreamwalking is real. Anael and her best friend
Heloise are about to start their freshman year at Liberty High School, but
their first day is disrupted by a prank involving a dummy hanging from the
school's second-floor railing. As the story unfolds, Anael and Heloise become
entangled in a mystery surrounding the prank, which seems connected to a dark
force threatening their town. The crisis escalates when her best friend,
Heloise, falls into a coma after a mysterious accident. A strange dream might
be the only key to unlocking a frightening and mysterious to Ana, and the
encounter with Arcadion reveals a disturbing truth —Mind Worms, forces of
darkness, are targeting vulnerable young minds, and Ana is their next victim. Ana
has a destiny she finds hard to embrace, but she must gather friends around her
and embark on a journey to save her friend and destroy the dark forces.
The main characters in the book are well-developed and relatable. The protagonist, Anael, is a shy and introverted girl who struggles to express her feelings. She is obsessed with Angel, a popular student at her school, and longs to be noticed by him. Throughout the story, Anael learns to overcome her fears and insecurities, becoming more confident and assertive. On the other hand, Heloise is an outgoing and confident girl who is initially portrayed as a contrast to Anael's shyness. However, as the story progresses, Heloise's insecurities and fears are revealed, making her a more sophisticated and relatable character. The conflict in the book is multifaceted. The main plot revolves around the mystery of the prank and the dark force threatening the town. The characters also face internal conflicts, such as Anael's struggle to express her feelings and Heloise's fear of being bullied. The external conflict is escalated by the presence of bullies like Sonia and her entourage, who create tension and drama throughout the story.
The Call of the Dreamwalkers is set in a contemporary high school in a coastal town, providing a
unique backdrop for the fantasy elements introduced later in the book. The
author effectively uses descriptive language to bring the setting to life,
making it easy for readers to imagine the characters' experiences. The writing is
gorgeous, and the narrative voice has a tinge of intimacy, absorbing
readers and expertly exploring the protagonist's psyche. The descriptions are terrific
and immersive, drawing readers into the characters' worlds. The pacing is
well-balanced, with a good mix of action, dialogue, and introspection. Rafaele
Désiré has a unique gift for character, and the world of teenagers is brought
to life by this enthralling urban fantasy. It is delightful, with a measured
pace and tension growing as the story progresses.
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