Growing Disenchantments (co-authored with Diane Berry)
Just when he'd been looking forward to another quiet night delving into mind-bending arcane lore and mentally wrestling with the deepest magicks, along came this mysterious thief to disturb him. Why was it nothing in Ragonnard's life ever went to plan?
Rather than turn her in to the law (or into something else), the young sorcerer offers Ganfrey a deal – steal a portrait from the palace for him.
But it's no ordinary portrait. For 500 years it's been a magical prison for Syranax, the most powerful sorcerer in history. His enchanted Amulet was entombed with him, and Ragonnard wants it. More than anything.
In releasing the Amulet, Ragonnard unleashes a devastating sequence of sorcerous events, the like of which has not been seen for hundreds of years. And, no, things definitely don't go to plan.
Ned Merrivel is a time traveller from the future. His job is to sort it out when it all goes wrong and save the world somehow. If only he can find a pair of trousers first.
Published June 2012
Rather than turn her in to the law (or into something else), the young sorcerer offers Ganfrey a deal – steal a portrait from the palace for him.
But it's no ordinary portrait. For 500 years it's been a magical prison for Syranax, the most powerful sorcerer in history. His enchanted Amulet was entombed with him, and Ragonnard wants it. More than anything.
In releasing the Amulet, Ragonnard unleashes a devastating sequence of sorcerous events, the like of which has not been seen for hundreds of years. And, no, things definitely don't go to plan.
Ned Merrivel is a time traveller from the future. His job is to sort it out when it all goes wrong and save the world somehow. If only he can find a pair of trousers first.
Published June 2012
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What people are saying about Growing Disenchantments
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The more I read of Growing Disenchantments the more I liked it. The time travelling chronic detective, who needs to find clothes as soon as he arrives as those don’t travel back with him, and the animated stone gargoyles who want to experience the world they have seen from the eaves of the palace were cleverly done and added depth to the story. Growing Disenchantments is a surprise of a book and one that deserves a wide audience. Get your copy today - Simon Litten
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This delightful youth adventure fantasy comes with lots of action and a touch of humor where it’s least expected - Terri at Night Owl Reviews
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Reviewed by Lit Amri for Readers' Favorite: A funny, fantasy tale of misadventures filled with clumsy thieving, sorcery, illusions and talking furniture - all due to one mysterious painting of a grumpy old man... Overall, "Growing Disenchantments" was the most enjoyable, casual and funny story in fantasy genre that I've read so far. |
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4 Star - K.D. Berry’s humorous style rides on a plethora of puns and rather silly but charming characters. It’s a good read if you’re looking for something light, and is perfect for teens and older children. The plot was well paced, streamlined and ended well - Tahlia Newland (author) |
The Eternal Scribe:
5 Star - The book is one non-stop ridiculous laugh riot. It’s absurd, cute, and I couldn’t put it down. - Danielle Forrest
Zephyr Book Reviews:
5 Star - This has been one of the most amusing books I have read in a really long time.... Everything that happens in the book is pretty much border line insane, and there is a lot of really good puns thrown in there.... If you are looking for a light, carefree read this is the book to pick - Angie Coder
Lilac Wolf and Stuff:
5 Star - It's really quite the fantastical adventure... you'll be hard pressed to put it down - Angela Holtz
Awesome Indies:
Reviews from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com:
5 Star - GROWING DISENCHANTMENTS is extremely creative. The story is full of amusing, well-developed characters who kept me laughing from page one... The tale even has a touch of romance... The dialogue pops... If I'd read the paperback instead of the ebook it would be marked up with dozens of memorable lines - Kathy L Logan (author of The Ruby Brooch)
5 Star - There is much to be said about Growing Disenchantments by K.D. Berry, but to sum it all up in one word, I would call it brilliant.... Growing Disenchantments is chock full of action and drama, but it's the brilliant and witty humor that makes it a must read. - Sara Furlong Burr (author of Enigma Black)
5 Stars - The plot never stands still, its authors twisting us through 500 years of betrayal, revenge and romance, and culminating in a sorcerer show-down which would make even Harry Potter's hair stand on end. A terrific conclusion! - Lee Murray (author of A Dash Of Reality)
5 Star - All the characters are well fleshed out and wonderfully flawed and believable. Many of the inanimate objects in the book have their own characters too - like the philosophical stone gargoyle and the opinionated broomstick. The dialogue is well written and peppered with puns and humourous word play. The plot cracks along at a fast pace incorporating romance, a clever use of time travel, magical props like the cloak of invisibility and jumping boots, and culminates in an epic battle - J M Leitch (author of The Zul Enigma)
5 Star - I loved everything about this book! First and foremost, it is exceptionally well written. The story has a great flow and stylistically is very easy to get lost in. - BookAddict
5 Star - All the characters had their own little quirks. The light banter and goofy humor in this book makes it a really fun read. I would definitely read more if the series continues - Lauralynn Elliot (author)
4 Star - I like the way Berry weaves a layer of wit within the storylines. Sometimes it is so subtle you have to be careful not to miss it... It is a fantasy that adults and children will enjoy - Cheryl M-M (Top 500 Reviewer)
5 Star - Wonderfully intricate and hilarious... With a bunch of amusing and well-portrayed characters... the adventurous story never ceases its exciting pace, and the characters never fail to entertain and surprise the reader... The book is a combination of humour, magic, action with a mystery detective slant, and thoughtful character development - Starlight Forever
4 Star - This book has a level of humor I haven't seen before in books. It can be dry, subtle, shocking, etc., but always funny. I can't count the times I laughed out loud while reading... What I loved most about this book was the surprising bits of depth found throughout... unique, clever, and funny characters as well as a smooth plot - Samantha
5 Star - The book is one non-stop ridiculous laugh riot. It’s absurd, cute, and I couldn’t put it down. - Danielle Forrest
Zephyr Book Reviews:
5 Star - This has been one of the most amusing books I have read in a really long time.... Everything that happens in the book is pretty much border line insane, and there is a lot of really good puns thrown in there.... If you are looking for a light, carefree read this is the book to pick - Angie Coder
Lilac Wolf and Stuff:
5 Star - It's really quite the fantastical adventure... you'll be hard pressed to put it down - Angela Holtz
Awesome Indies:
Reviews from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com:
5 Star - GROWING DISENCHANTMENTS is extremely creative. The story is full of amusing, well-developed characters who kept me laughing from page one... The tale even has a touch of romance... The dialogue pops... If I'd read the paperback instead of the ebook it would be marked up with dozens of memorable lines - Kathy L Logan (author of The Ruby Brooch)
5 Star - There is much to be said about Growing Disenchantments by K.D. Berry, but to sum it all up in one word, I would call it brilliant.... Growing Disenchantments is chock full of action and drama, but it's the brilliant and witty humor that makes it a must read. - Sara Furlong Burr (author of Enigma Black)
5 Stars - The plot never stands still, its authors twisting us through 500 years of betrayal, revenge and romance, and culminating in a sorcerer show-down which would make even Harry Potter's hair stand on end. A terrific conclusion! - Lee Murray (author of A Dash Of Reality)
5 Star - All the characters are well fleshed out and wonderfully flawed and believable. Many of the inanimate objects in the book have their own characters too - like the philosophical stone gargoyle and the opinionated broomstick. The dialogue is well written and peppered with puns and humourous word play. The plot cracks along at a fast pace incorporating romance, a clever use of time travel, magical props like the cloak of invisibility and jumping boots, and culminates in an epic battle - J M Leitch (author of The Zul Enigma)
5 Star - I loved everything about this book! First and foremost, it is exceptionally well written. The story has a great flow and stylistically is very easy to get lost in. - BookAddict
5 Star - All the characters had their own little quirks. The light banter and goofy humor in this book makes it a really fun read. I would definitely read more if the series continues - Lauralynn Elliot (author)
4 Star - I like the way Berry weaves a layer of wit within the storylines. Sometimes it is so subtle you have to be careful not to miss it... It is a fantasy that adults and children will enjoy - Cheryl M-M (Top 500 Reviewer)
5 Star - Wonderfully intricate and hilarious... With a bunch of amusing and well-portrayed characters... the adventurous story never ceases its exciting pace, and the characters never fail to entertain and surprise the reader... The book is a combination of humour, magic, action with a mystery detective slant, and thoughtful character development - Starlight Forever
4 Star - This book has a level of humor I haven't seen before in books. It can be dry, subtle, shocking, etc., but always funny. I can't count the times I laughed out loud while reading... What I loved most about this book was the surprising bits of depth found throughout... unique, clever, and funny characters as well as a smooth plot - Samantha