The Horizon : The First Lady Dragonneer (The Eye Of The Diamond Book 2)

By Lios-Art (Aka : L.Bourgeois)

Are you ready for the next chapter in Tamira's thrilling adventure? As the clock ticks on, our brave heroine faces fierce battles and struggles against all odds. But with the help of her loyal dragon companion, Noxys, she must uncover the secrets of her family and push herself harder than ever before to be ready for the ultimate challenge. With every turn of the page, you'll be on the edge of your seat as Tamira delves into her mother's hidden past and navigates her emotions, all while re-examining her family's values. Don't miss out on this heart-pounding and emotional tale that will leave you wanting more. Order your copy of the next book in the series today!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lios-Art (Aka : L.Bourgeois)
• Release date: Sep 18, 2022
• ISBN: 9781777987855

Lios-Art (Aka : L.Bourgeois)

FR/ENGLios-Art, également connu sous le nom de L Bourgeois, est né en 1979 à Montréal, Canada. Il a commencé à explorer son talent artistique à un jeune âge avec l'aide de sa mère. Il a poursuivi ses études à l'Université Sherbrooke et à l'Académie internationale du design et de la mode, entre autres formations.Lios-Art a participé à de nombreuses expositions solo et de groupe, notamment au Centre culturel le Chenail à Hawkesbury, Ontario, au musée des Cordeliers en France, et à l'exposition Chambre de commerce du Montréal métropolitain. Il a remporté plusieurs distinctions et prix, y compris la médaille d'or de la maison de la Culture à Mikolow en Pologne et la Grande Distinction pour réalité figurative à Bruges en Belgique. En 2016 une Grande distinction pour une oeuvre très impliquée / Sang Justice par le CAPSQ et encore plus.Lios-Art est également un auteur talentueux, ayant publié une série de romans intitulée L’œil du Diamant, composée de quatre tomes. Ses œuvres ont été largement couvertes dans les médias, notamment par BravoArt, Glengarry News, et Émergence Magazine Québec.En conclusion, Lios-Art est un artiste multidisciplinaire talentueux, avec une riche carrière en peinture, écriture, et autres formes d'expression. Ses œuvres sont captivantes et reflètent une combinaison unique de réalisme figuratif et d'imagination fertile. En combinant ses talents d'artiste et d'écrivain, Lios-Art a créé un univers créatif riche et captivant qui continue d'inspirer les gens à travers le monde.ENGLios-Art, also known as L Bourgeois, was born in 1979 in Montreal, Canada. He started exploring his artistic talent at a young age with the help of his mother. He continued his studies at the University of Sherbrooke and the International Academy of Design and Fashion, among other training.Lios-Art has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions, including the Chenail Cultural Center in Hawkesbury, Ontario, the Cordeliers Museum in France, and the Metropolitan Montreal Chamber of Commerce exhibition. He has won several awards and prizes, including the gold medal from the Mikolow Culture House in Poland and the Grand Distinction for Figurative Reality in Bruges, Belgium. In 2016, he received the Grand Distinction for a deeply involved work / Blood Justice from CAPSQ, among others.Lios-Art is also a talented author, having published a series of novels called L’œil du Diamant, consisting of four volumes. His works have been widely covered in the media, including BravoArt, Glengarry News, and Émergence Magazine Québec.In conclusion, Lios-Art is a talented multidisciplinary artist, with a rich career in painting, writing, and other forms of expression. His works are captivating and reflect a unique combination of figurative realism and fertile imagination. By combining his artist and writer talents, Lios-Art has created a rich and captivating creative universe that continues to inspire people around the world.

Book preview

Series : The Eye of the Diamond

Saga

The First Lady Dragonneer

The Horizon

First Edition : September 2022

Written by:

Lios-Art

(Aka : L. Bourgeois)

Cover illustration by the Author

Ebook - Soft cover – Hard Cover (Fr / Eng)

Vision of the past—Tome 1

1st edition April 2021

The Horizon—Tome 2

1st Edition: September 2022

The Déployment—Tome 3

1st Edition: Expected release /23

Echo of the Night—Tome 4

1st Edition: Expected release 2023

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Copyright

This original book is copyright © 2022 by author-artist Lios-Art. All rights reserved. This book may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, by any means, including any electronic form of duplication such as recording, photocopying, transcription or otherwise. The contents of this book may not be transmitted, stored in any research system, or copied in any other way, whether used in public or in private, without the express prior permission of the author.

Dedication

I dedicate this novel to my four children. May life bring you wisdom, joy and health.

I wish you that this book inspires you in your lives, to seek to create every day a part of happiness.

Special thanks to:

Margaret R. Jones

For her great generosity. We evaluate the greatness of a person by the time they are giving us willingly.

So Thank you from all my heart for that precious time you took to help me with the correction of this translation.

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Index

Title

Dedication

Copyright

Prologue

Beware of the fire

Introduction

Brutal awakening

Chapter 1

Mystery solved

Chapter 2

The vault

Chapter 3

Preparations

Chapter 4

The Seal of Love

Chapter 5

The Face in the Flames

Chapter 6

Missing Ingredient

Chapter 7

Daddy's Book

Chapter 8

The Last Night

Chapter 9

The Living Protection

Epilogue

The deployment of destiny

Prologue

Beware of the fire

Tamira, sitting on a stone, near the pyre, with a steaming cup in her hand, admired the splendid sunrise. Between two mountains, the fiery star with its flaming rings was already lighting up the valley. The second moon had not yet set, still parading lightly on the south side just above a waterfall, from where a flock of glittering red birds took flight in a musical croaking noise. A light mist still hung over the edge of the forest.

Lost in her thoughts, she did not pay attention to the cawing, nor the noise and even less to the conversations in the camp. She was so engrossed in the landscape that she did not notice that suddenly the commotion on the hill was increasing. There was the sound of the suits of armor making more and more commotion as people put them on.

The war horn sounded.

They’re coming! Noxys shouted

Another dragon not far away replied. It’s Black Rock!

From every corner, screams could be heard ringing out as they shouted. To arms! To arms!

Noxys began to call out again. Tamira, what are you doing? Shake it off, it's time!

Tamira raised her head and threw the rest of her cup into the flames before leaping to her feet. A woman was stirring a large pot placed over the fire. When the horn sounded, she stopped suddenly, dropping the spoon and then beckoned Tamira with both hands to throw the cup she still had in her hand.

Tamira looked at the cup, visibly disappointed. She had to leave and gently tossed the cup to her as she said. Thank you. Too bad I didn't have time to finish, it was a real treat. She was still smelling the cinnamon scent of fermented and cooked apple with a hint of hot pepper.

The older lady gave her a small smile as she grabbed the cup and replied. The future is not written yet. Maybe you'll get to drink a bucketfull later, she added with a modest chuckle.

Surprised by the answer, Tamira inclined her head slightly while looking at Noxys questioningly.

She grabbed her shield that was hunkered down on the tent pole at her side then harnessed it to her arm while running toward Noxys.

Noxys stretched out her entire body, making it easier for her rider to hoist herself up to her neck. Tamira boarded the tip of Noxys's tail and continued to sprint along her back before jumping into position at the base of the dragon's neck. In a synchronized maneuver, Tamira drew her sword from its sheath and Noxys opened her wings.

Behind her, a voice called out, Tamira take this with you.

She turned to see Aile-d'or throwing a spear twice her size at her, its blade blood-red and its shaft opaque as coal. With her free hand and the shield harnessed to her arm, she grabbed the spear and shouted. Watch yourself.

Aile-d'or came to a screeching halt, then bowed to her before walking away and disappearing into the fray.

Tamira looked at the black spear. It looked oddly familiar.

More than a thousand Dragon Riders now faced the valley on the backs of their mounts surrounded by several other Drumans and their companions from different backgrounds.

Noxys turned her head toward Tamira. Since a vaporous smoke leaked from her nasal cavity, you could tell she was fired up. In a cavernous tone, she said to her. It is up to you to deliver the war cry with the spear of Black Rock in hand. Then she continued in thought. Are you ready to take up the torch, my daughter?

Tamira smiled. You could feel the tension in the air. The horns had stopped and the drums began to sound in rhythm. The war chants of the opponent in the distance could now be heard coming closer. The adrenaline of battle could be felt on both sides.

Tamira responded with a tone that vibrated throughout the valley. May our story save lives. For future generations!

Noxys turned her head forward, shaking her scales and letting out a roar, one that Tamira had never heard before, with a strength and ferocity that would raise the hairs on her chest. Tamira looked to her right and then to her left to scan the horizon. The roars of other dragons could be heard as some threw balls of fire and others ice." A sulfurous fume was already beginning to fill the air and soon it would give way to the smell of burning flesh and screams of pain with a slightly salty and bitter aftertaste of blood in the mouth. All the dragons had now filled their lungs with flammable gas and frosty saliva ready to spew their fury and terror. Many of them, however, would not return from this confrontation unscathed. The die was cast.

Noxys started to flap her wings. After two jumps on her front legs, she felt that her rider was ready and lifted herself from the ground in the last leap. Tamira could finally make out the big black mass flapping its wings in their direction. Would she have to face it? Couldn't she just make peace? She asked herself in a final hesitation.

Black Rock… A legendary dragon of the ancient wars! So no one else had managed to bring it down except the renowned Dragonlord Ducan. Few could guess how close to home this scene really was. Yes, the epics had remembered the exploits of Tamira’s parents in the past. Despite all this, no account had mentioned Shina's name. Her mother was a legend for having defeated the enemy and fought alongside