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Heaven Fall is the first book of a progression fantasy series written by Leo Petracci.

Heaven Fall book cover

Blurb

Draysky was born to die in the mines.

Like his father before him, his fate was to harvest treasures until the dust claimed his lungs. He’d die the lowest of society, a Knotted, buried with their thin cord still around his neck. He would never advance as a mage, never to learn of the forbidden runes of the kingdom magicians. But when he looks away from the northern mountains, he allows himself to dream that one day, he’d buy his freedom and escape the mines forever.

Review

This was a very engaging read, especially after the first quarter which introduces three main POVs and several side characters. It was so good to see that one of the main characters wasn't a magical user, but still played an important role. The characters (both main/secondary) were all well written too, with their own quirks and how they cope with the situations they found themselves in.

The magic system clearly falls under progression fantasy and there's a school as well, but I'd put this book as epic fantasy first and progression second.

I'd say the story telling, writing and world building were all good. I especially enjoyed the various little twists. Highly recommend this book for all fantasy fans.

My rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟☆

What others are saying

From Ludwig's review on goodreads:

Believable characters, including the villains, and smart dialogue. The introduction of a worldwide threat and the hero(es) who will opposite it. A self-consistent magic system which we learn through the characters learning it.

From Kyle's review on goodreads:

Author is a very talented story teller who has a beautiful way with words. Due to the low amount of views, I went into this novel expecting very little yet came out excited and full of hope for what will follow. The progression fantasy genre has a very low bar for what is considered quality work. Leo Petracci offers solace to those like me seeking the appeals of a niche genre, yet also the desire for aesthetically pleasing writing. Heavens Fall ticked both these boxes for me while at the same time, telling a story of a mysterious world with an intricate, unique and thought out magic system.