The Blue Q: The World As I See It

I have tried to write a review for this so many times without giving any spoilers, and let me tell you- it is one hell of a task because once I start getting into it and talking about it, I'm interested in a DISCUSSION with you.. and we might not have time for that right now.. BUT, the more good reviews a book has, the more likely that someone new will read it, and this is a book that NEEDS to be read, so I'll give it a shot:This book is such a great read! Holy crap! This is one of the best adventures I've read in a very long time. And I have read a LOT of books.. But every so often you find a story that just takes you on a wild ride so fun that you might forget you're reading a fiction novel and you realize that you haven't actually been transported into an alternate reality. This is one of those stories, so get comfy and enjoy.The author creates a vivid world so colorful and complex that you cannot help but to dive in and travel from place to place with the protagonist, Dioni as he discovers a new perspective on the workings of the world as we know it, and follow his external obstacles with his unexpected new form alongside his internal struggles as he recognizes that it is he who must take action in order to avoid utter catastrophe, and that there are some sacrifices that will have to be made.The Blue Q truly shows the reader how individual actions have a ripple effect, and that taking one's environment for granted is a risk to be taken at the world's peril. No one is exempt from responsibility for the outcomes. The birds truly are always watching!The entire story is woven so beautifully and intricately that it was difficult not to re-read some sections just for the enjoyment of the imagery the author's words invoked. I say difficult like there weren't more than a few passages that I went back and read just for the joy of it. :)I have always thought birds are exceptionally beautiful creatures, but this author has created a world in which birds are brought to life in a way I've never even imagined, and it swept me away. I am very much looking forward to whatever comes next.Well done, Mr. Avelar. Thank you for taking me on such a delightful journey around the world. Much appreciated.On a side note, the charitable efforts that the author has made in conjunction with publishing this novel are applaudable and inspiring.

“The Blue Q – The world as I see it” by Dennis Avelar is a young adult fantasy novel that will take you to a parallel space dealing with issues like preserving and maintaining natural balance, misappropriation of power and authority, and the fight between the good and the evil. This parallel space is of birds, all kinds of birds from all over the world, which is more advance and equipped when compared to our territory. These fellow beings are supposedly responsible for maintaining the natural balance of mother earth.‘The Blue Q’ is the story of a teenage orphan, Dioni who wants to explore the world, visit places, learn new things, and desire to experience every adventure that the world has to offer. Little did he was aware of the fact that one unfortunate incident will turn his world upside down and that now all his days are going to be a series of never ending adventures. Dennis started this book with a very beautiful short story where an eagle believed himself to be a chicken for his entire life and remained uninformed of his true identity and potentials. This can be a very important lesson for the readers that we are nothing but the reflection of our own beliefs. The story continues by giving a beautiful insight into this place called Guatemala, a Central American country south of Mexico, which is home to volcanoes, rainforests, and ancient Mayan sites, and further progresses through the intricacies and peculiarity of the more functional and advanced world Birds.Being a debut work, the author has done full justice with the storyline, plot, and characters. Everything from plot development to character development was evenly balanced out.Though being a work of young adult fantasy, the characters and the circumstances were kept practical and natural so that they could feel relatable to the readers.The book is five hundred plus pages and what I really loved is the constructive presentation of the book. The whole big story is divided into smaller chapters which were really helpful while grasping this ocean of Information and keeping a track of it.The narration and the vocabulary were easily comprehensible which further makes the whole reading experience more enjoyable and comfortable.I absolutely loved all the imagination, creativity, and twists and turns in the plot.I have not read anything like ‘The Blue Q’ so far as the story is refreshing and distinct.

Prepare your suitcase because you're about to travel around the world.This story is so well detailed that I felt like I could sense the environment around me. It is a fun but tragic story. It has a great message and I'm sure it will captivate you.

What a beautiful story! The book is long but you can’t put it down. One second you’re on page 1 the next you’re on page 100.Being from Guatemala, this book made me miss home. While reading it, I found myself using google to “research” more about Tikal and the different birds the book mentioned.I’ve passed on the book to My father, a native Guatemalan who rarely reads in English. He was so excited to start reading it!

Great book!