Book Review: Chaos Unleashed

Chaos Unleashed
Book 3 of the Shamra Chronicles
Author: Barry Hoffman
Pages: 344 Paperback
Reading Level: YA
Published: May 15th 2011
Review Source: Author
Avilable: Amazon / Barnes & Noble

Summary: (from goodreads) ONE GIRL MUST LEARN THAT BEING TRUE TO YOURSELF IS ONE OF LIFE S GREATEST HONORS.

Nothing is as it seems in a world where the living mingle with the dead and
dreams can turn into frightening reality. Chaos is beginning to spread across
the land and Dara is all that stands between the salvation of her beautiful
homeland and its total destruction.

Together, with friends from past journeys and new allies who may not be
what they seem, Dara must build an army to confront Chaos. But as she and
her army prepare for the final battle, Dara realizes that the only person she
can really count on is herself . . .
*****Includes original bonus novella, SAFE HAVEN, following the adventures of Dara s family*****

First I want to say that I think the cover is simply beautiful. Dara’s eyes are just mesmerizing. The author did a great job keeping the reader entertained throughout this book. There was never a dull moment and the storyline was original. This little book, well not so little, is packed with action and filled with amazing characters.

In this 3rd installment of The Shamra Chronicles, Dara sets out in adventure to fight Chaos and her first stop is to Stone Mountain. Along the way she meets some interesting characters that decide to help her on her adventure. When she finally makes it to Stone Mountain, she discovers that the Shamra people, her people, are still living there after many decades. They are constantly being attacked by the Galvans, which live just below Stone Mountain. Dara discovers that Galvans have become minions of Chaos. Chaos is growing stronger and stronger every day and it is up to Dara to bring peace back to her people. There are many obstacles that Dara will face and decisions she will have to make. Will she chose the right ones? That you have to find out for yourself. 

I totally recommend The Shamra Chronicles. Although I believe that this series is better fit for middle schoolers, adults would find it to be a great adventure book too.