Review: Bandits

Bandits by L.M. Preston
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Synopsis:

Daniel’s father has gotten himself killed. A thief and a mercenary, Daniel is now determined to find the treasure his father snatched. Being a Zukar is all he knows and wants for his future. Up until his father’s murder, his father’s faltering loyalties to the Zukar hung heavy as a rift between them. But now, with his father's blood on his hands, his time is running out to find his father’s killer, the missing treasure… and to save his world. 

He wants to go alone to retrieve his father’s stolen treasure, but he is accompanied by his flight school dropout cousin Faulk, his best friend’s stubborn little sister Jade, and his own younger brother Nickel. Jade is off limits since her brother is his best friend, but unfortunately, Jade’s set on changing his mind. Daniel just can’t decide if she’s worth the beating he’ll get from his friend in order to have her. 

They’re on the run from the king’s officials and an unknown killer. The king desires to kill any Zukar child who is unprotected and will stop at nothing to get them. Who’s more dangerous, Daniel doesn’t know. All he knows is someone is bent on killing him and taking the treasure he thinks his father died foolishly to protect. 

Through the islands of Merwin to an unknown planet, they seek to find the treasure that changed his father’s life – all for a price that is too high. To claim the treasure, Daniel will have to test everything he knows and everything he is or will ever be in order to earn the right to save their lives and the home of those he loves.

My Thoughts:

Cover: The cover is ok. It gives the reader a peek at what the characters look like.

Title: The title fits since Daniel's world was basically comprised of bandits.

Characters: I enjoyed the characters in this book. Daniel was a bit angry at first but he did grow and learn to forgive and love. Jade is a badass and I loved her character. She knows what she wants and she goes for it. Faulk is a bit flighty but an overall good guy. He is a good balance to his cousin. Nickel just seemed like the perfect adorable little brother and I am glad the author centered more on him later in the book.

Plot: I love the story line. Daniel & Nickel lose their father and end up running for their lives as they try to save everyone that they care about. You can't help but cheer for this crew as they go on their adventure.

Overall: This book is full of amazing worlds, fantasy, a touch of romance and adventure. I loved the Indiana Jones like traps they had to go thru. Of course, their traps were littered with crazy creatures that we have never even dreamed of. It was an enjoyable read. I would definitely read more by this author!

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