Zephyr’s Flight Live + The Wounded Sky is Available on PreOrder!

 

Just a reminder: If you’ve already finished reading Zephyr’s Flight, please take a moment to leave a quick review at Amazon or Goodreads.

 

Also, Impulse Fiction announces Book 2 in the Dragons’ War series, The Wounded Sky, is available now at most major retailers. The launch date for TWS is June 16, 2025, a few weeks from now.

 

Apple Books 

Barnes & Noble

Kobo

Vivlio

Fable

 

Also, if you are interested in reviewing The Wounded Sky, ARCs (Advanced Review Copies) are available at NetGalley, Edelweiss, and BookSirens.

 

Amazon preorder for The Wounded Sky will be available June 8, 2025.

 

Happy reading! 

Zephyr's Flight Launches Today

 

It’s finally here! Zephyr’s Flight  is live on all the retail sites, including Amazon!

I’m beyond excited to share this story with the world, and I’m so grateful you’ve been part of the journey.

If you’ve already read an advanced copy — or even just started — I’d love it if you could take a moment to leave a quick review. 

Reviews help new readers discover the book and give this launch the momentum it needs.

Even just a sentence or two makes a huge impact. The button is below to help you out.

Thank you again for your support — and for flying with Zephyr.

 

With all my gratitude,

Ray Strong

 

Zephyr's Flight takes off with great reviews

The launch is Monday May 5! In the meantime, I thought I would share some more recent flattering reviews.


“The writing is simply superb … We feel Astria’s pain, fear and defiance; we genuinely root for her.“ - Matt McAvoy Book Review

“a thrilling and exciting reading experience. …energetic, thoughtful, and moving” – IndieReader

“[an] emotionally charged fantasy that takes readers on an exhilarating journey of defiance, sacrifice, and the enduring power of love. … Strong’s world-building is nothing short of spectacular, blending the beauty and danger of a fantastical realm with the tension of an impending war. … Strong’s prose is lyrical and evocative, capturing the grandeur and peril of Astria’s world with equal skill.” - Ryan Atkins, Educator, UK

“a fresh take on the fantasy genre. We follow Astria as she battles challenge after challenge, falls in love, faces enough pain for a lifetime, and remains to face the next day. … The world … is fascinating … a fantasy land with dragons and Seers, but it’s different from other dragon fantasy books of this time.” 5*/5 Becca Olsson for OnLineBookClub

“An unforgettable coming-of-age tale set against the backdrop of mythical creatures and faraway lands.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Award-winning author Strong delivers high-quality fantasy fiction with a fierce, relatable heroine … Readers will applaud Astria’s victories each time she survives pulse-pounding peril and be warmed by her loved ones’ willingness to risk all on her behalf. The book explores themes of faith, friendship, loyalty, and the merits of true love while posing the poignant question of what one is willing to sacrifice for free will. There is also a powerfully moving contrast between selfish, controlling love and that which is based in mutual respect and partnership. This is a coming-of-age story that seamlessly blends fantastical elements with real-world issues such as gender inequality, imbalance of power, slavery, and inhumane treatment.
“The author’s talent for emotive writing shines through as readers share the characters’ fears, frustrations, gut-wrenching pain, and exhilarating joy. Strong’s storytelling technique is wonderful … Fantasy lovers will appreciate this imaginative tale of dragons, graxes, seers, and oracles set in a world possessing three moons. Strong’s personification of the various aspects of nature and the Wild lends an otherworldly intrigue that is positively captivating.” - RECOMMENDED by the US Review

“Zephyr's Flight by Ray Strong tells a story of courage and determination … an epic fantasy filled with action, exhilaration, and wonder. … the world-building is impeccable.…
“The dragons are just as much characters as the people and have a prominent place in both the history and future of Astria's village. …
“[T]he novel develops into an intricate and epic adventure that deals with the harshness of war and the people and animals who lay down their lives for others.
“Zephyr's Flight implies much more than just a dragon flying; it symbolizes the yearnings and dreams of young people in a harsh and unforgiving world.” 5*/5 Delene Vrey for Readers’ Favorite

“the world-building was fantastic… You really do feel like you’re sitting at the edge of your seat at times, needing to know what happens next.” 5*/5 by Ellie Mitchel of Bookish Beyond.