The Book of Earth revolves around the young girl Erde, who is forced to flee her home to escape a power-hungry monk and her like-minded father. She becomes the dragon guide for Earth, a dragon searching for the being who is calling him. As Erde and Earth embark on a journey together, they encounter challenges, mysteries, and a cast of intriguing characters, ultimately leading to a satisfying and mysterious end that sets the stage for the rest of the Dragon Quartet series. The book is described as a page-turner with elements of power struggles, personal growth, friendship, and a unique twist on the typical dragon fantasy narrative.

Characters:

Characters are multifaceted, with Erde showing resilience, Earth having a distinct personality, and various supporting roles enhancing the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is emotional and richly descriptive, effectively immersing the reader in a vibrant yet dark fantasy world.

Plot/Storyline:

The storyline follows a young heir fleeing her oppressive home, embarking on an adventure with a dragon as they strive to find meaning and address the surrounding conflicts.

Setting:

The setting is a medieval-inspired fantasy world, with specific locations that contribute to the overarching conflicts.

Pacing:

Pacing is steady and balanced, ensuring that emotional development and action are both effectively conveyed.

Notes:

The main character, Erde von Alte, is a 14-year-old girl from a German noble family in the year 913.

Erde's grandmother has just died, leaving her to deal with the arrival of a sinister monk, Brother Guillemo.

Guillemo spreads fear about dragons and witchcraft, putting Erde in danger from her own father.

Erde escapes her home and finds herself in a secret cave where she meets a dragon named Earth.

Earth, the dragon, has memory loss and unclear purposes, which makes his character unique.

The book explores themes of friendship, trauma, and personal growth through Erde's journey with her dragon.

The series consists of four books, each focusing on a dragon associated with one of the elements: earth, air, fire, and water.

The book has a pro-feminist and pro-pagan message, although some aspects may feel predictable.

Readers enjoy the rich storytelling and emotional depth despite occasional predictable elements.

The dynamic between Erde and Earth evolves as they help each other discover their true selves.

The character of Brother Guillemo adds tension to the plot, embodying evil and manipulation in the story.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of trauma, familial abuse, and witchcraft persecution.

From The Publisher:

Sensing that something has gone horribly wrong, Erde, the daughter of a powerful Lord, flees her father's castle to find the dragon called Earth and its mage, the only beings that can save her world from swiftly spreading madness.

Praise for the Dragon Quartet:

"A must for all those dragon lovers of other writers like Wrede and McCaffrey." VOYA

"Entertaining...Kellogg's characters make a delightful quartet." Starlog

"Dragon fans are really going to love [it]...absolutely irresistible...Sparks of excitement leap through the pages." Romantic Times

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The Book of Earth

Marjorie B. Kellogg

Book 1 in the series:Dragon Quartet