Review of the first Two books in Dan’s Trilogy The Dreamers Alliance.

“Hey Dan you made it’ how are you doing today? I am impressed you found our Local welcome come on in. Meet Jim our host and his staff. “
“Hey everyone, it’s good to meet you, this place is quite something has it been here long Jim? “
“It certainly has Dan. Beer was first sold here in the 1850s when the railway arrived and we’ve been here selling food and drink since then…. Well Obviously not us personally!”
“Ha! well that’s good to know you’d be pretty tired by now if you had! Well it really looks the part”
“What can we get you Dan, willow tells us you like a Carona with a twist of lime…we can do that and willow your usual glass of Shiraz? “
“Yes please Jim and a couple of menus too “
Well Dan let’s sit by the fire and you can have a look at my review of the first two books of your trilogy The Dreamers Alliance, Knuckleheads and The Evil We Choose.

I have read these two books now and I can tell you that yes they can both be read independently but if you want to fully enjoy the journey and get the full picture to read them both in sequence is a boon.

Knckleheads. The Blurb

Zach and Billy didn’t ask for the paranormal powers that were beyond their capacity to understand, or control. Zach, interacting with his lucid dreams, and Billy, “gifted “with shadowy glimpses of the future struggle to make sense of the world around them. Adults in authority in the nineteen sixties have no time for what they consider mental outliers of the baby-boom.

The boys are institutionalized, marginalized, and ignored. Zach’s father learns of the challenges they face as children and knows the dangers they will face as adults. With no way to comprehend how these boys perceive and move within their world, he must find a way to guide them.

If you like speculative fiction with a touch of technology, humanity and a bit of sarcasm shared among men, you will enjoy this book.

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Well here is what loved about this book. It captivates you immediately. It’s like a social history of life set in the era and area that Dan himself grew up in.

The tale of the two friends with unusual special powers …not really your ‘normal’ super powers but to be honest more intriguing and amazing. It’s great to see these two lads grow together as friends and allies. The way they help eachother through school even when separated by circumstances!

I really enjoyed every part of the book, Zach’s family were beautifully portrayed especially his father who helped both boys. I also learned a lot about the running of a bowling alley and also how mechanisation changed things! Also how both sides of the criminal line were bonded together. I am saying no more just do read Knuckleheads!

The Evil You Choose

Zach Amstead has kept his ability to participate in lucid dreams a secret for over fifty years However, in the high-tech world of the 21st century, he has been discovered by an FBI Special Agent who has a corrupt agenda and who is willing to employ illegal tactics while working toward his goal.

Thomas Slocum gives Zach a choice – cooperate in an illegal operation or be treated as a terrorist. Slocum’s plan puts Zach on a collision course with organized crime leaders, a corrupt politician and brings innocent people into dangerous situations. Worse, the FBI process which allowed Slocum to uncover Zach’s abilities threatens to expose the abilities of his best friend, Billy.

Zach must get ahead of the FBI in a precarious race. He must protect Billy, and he must choose which criminals he can trust.

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My feeling on this book is totally woo! The tingle factor. It truly brings the whole story together and it is a really brilliant read. Zach and Billy are now both older guys who are retired when ghosts from their past come to visit them.

Zach’s brother plays a bigger part in this book as does Zach’s Daughter! Everything that happens in the first book plays a part in this book.

All I can say these books are brilliant and I highly recommend them so suspend the every day and read them, you will not regret it.

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“What do you think Dan ….is that fair. “

“Yes willow I reckon that will do! “

“Right Dan come over here and meet some mates ! and order some food “

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Female, wife, full time mother and Grandmother. I am not as happy go lucky as I used to be but I am still bubbling along on simmer! I have three handsome sons all grown and flown.The youngest married with a beautiful wife and two sons of his own. Back in 2010 I was working, running a home, driving and socializing then bang in a split second all that was gone. I had an accident at home. I broke my back, not for the first time, I had broken it 10 years previously as well. Unfortunately this time I had broken it really badly and it was truly messed up so I had to have two operations. I was told before each operation that the outcome could mean I spend the rest of my life in a wheelchair. Still as some guy once wrote "I am still standing " yes "better than I ever was " I no longer use the walking stick . I had lots of friends before the accident but when things like this happen, you loose most of them. Their lives move on and mine stood still and so they left me behind ...I know that is just the way life is but it hurt and always will. Then I looked around and saw those who were still there for me, these friends are the roses in my garden they need to be tended well. They are the diamonds in the dust. I will of been married 53yrs this comming year. I have found different ways to approach life, use my pain befriend it almost...yer right , well that is what they tell me at the pain clinic ROFLMAO ...... if only I could! I have found an outlet for my fears, frustrations and night terrors . I have started writing poetry if that name can be applied to my writing. I hope I do not come over as a moaning winger. I hope I am past all that. I also hope that you might see how the poetry is moving from very dark through the grey and hopefully in to light. My back is no longer straight it is C shaped because of the injury and I have lost two and a half inches in height but my Pilates and Core teachers have helped me to stand up as straight and be as strong as possible. Pain and depression are still hanging on my arm but I have weapons to use against them and if I say so myself I cope well. I have made lots of new friends, real diamonds. I am also very grateful for all the support and help I have encountered here on Wordpress. Hugs and welcome to everyone who visits.

58 thoughts on “Review of the first Two books in Dan’s Trilogy The Dreamers Alliance.”

  1. Willow, this is such a fun and wonderful review! I love it! I am so glad you read the books in order, and that you’ve joined the list of others who recommend reading them that way. I think you captured the spirit of both books without tossing spoilers out there. I very much appreciate that. The third book will be released in late November, so you don’t have too long to wait. Thanks too for bringing me to a pub. Outside of an English garden, an English pub would be my choice of venues. Now I’ve hit both.

    Thanks again!

    1. Oops pressed send before I ment to. I really enjoyed both books.. really could not put them down. Glad you liked the pub it’s a really friendly place . I am so glad you liked my review 😊

  2. Reblogged this on No Facilities and commented:
    After the delightful tea party, Willow and I head down to an English pup where she shares her review of the first two books in the Dreamer’s Alliance Series. I am thrilled.

      1. Reviews are so important, Willow. I am trying to be more productive in that area with the books I’ve read / am reading. I appreciate it very much.

    1. I understand that. I am trying to get these into other sales streams. That may have to wait until they are all out there. I barely have Amazon’s process figured out.

  3. Nice reviews of your books, Dan and the setting in the pub sounds lovely. I am reading book two now and am enjoying it very much.
    Best of luck on the book tour and I wish much success with your new book series.

  4. Thanks for the reviews, Willow. I know Knuckleheads is nearing the front of my line in my Kindle. I’m already one behind.😊

    1. Don’t worry, Pete. They’re not going anywhere. I spent 2 1/2 years writing them but they will all be released by December. I hope you enjoy them whenever you get to them.

  5. Hi Willow, these are both great reviews. I also enjoyed book 1 but will only get to book 2 later this year. As usual, I am totally over committed with book reviews. I really enjoyed the style of this post. Great job!

    1. I appreciate your reading the first book, Robbie. Like I said to Pete, they aren’t going anywhere. I know releasing them in rapid succession is a lot to ask of readers. That’s why I didn’t have a big launch tour with this one. But I do so appreciate Willow’s interview and reviews.

  6. ‘My feeling on this book is totally woo!’–Willow, that is my kind of review. For me, this captures the feeling of the book–not just the story in the book. I hope that makes sense, but I loved this review.

  7. Great reviews! I haven’t read “The Evil You Choose” yet, but enjoyed “Knuckleheads.” Congratulations to Dan! Thank you, Willow, for sharing your thoughts.

    1. Thanks Jan. I very much appreciate your having read Knuckleheads and the support you offered in promoting it. I realize these books are being released in rapid fashion. If you choose to read the other books in this series, I hope you enjoy them. I am very happy that Willow enjoyed them and shared her review. This community is amazing.

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