Aaron and his twin brother Aton had the perfect life—aside from the fact that the brothers had to hide that they were werewolves, lest the townsfolk come to their door with torches and pitchforks. Add to that they'd just discovered that Aton possessed strength and speed far beyond what he should and Aaron could cast magic, which would also be a mark against him in the town's eyes. Still, it was a good life, if a bit isolated, until one fatal moment that sent everything crashing down around them. Now, in the wake of this devastating loss, the twins learn that Seers have been predicting things about their futures long before either of them was even born. Armed only with their new gifts the brothers are told they must trek halfway across the world to save an entire city full of people from an impending catastrophe. If you were asked to save a distant city from an unknown, all consuming darkness that will almost certainly kill you it’d kind of make you who would want to be a hero? Aaron loves the life he’s got. It’s just him, his twin brother Aton, and their mother living atop a picturesque mountaintop, herding sheep, and hiding the fact that they’re all werewolves. The humans down below don’t care much for shifters, and they’d like Aaron even less if they knew he also had magical powers. But as long as they stay hidden, they’re safe. After a tragic accident, Aaron and Aton learn of a looming catastrophe in the east and that it’s their destiny to stop it. Aton is eager to embrace the call to adventure. He’s always been the stronger, braver brother. But Aaron isn’t so sure. Trekking through snow covered mountains and shadowy forests filled with vicious, unrelenting demons, Aaron begins to question if he’ll even survive the journey let alone face the sinister force that awaits. Can Aaron’s fledgling magic and Aton’s warrior strength stand against the darkness? Or will they be swallowed by it? Fate may have chosen them but when dragons and gods enter the fray, how can two brothers hope to defy destiny? If you enjoy His Dark Materials, you won’t want to miss Heroes of Another Age by B.L. Mostyn an epic fantasy full of magic, monsters, and myth. Will Aaron rise to meet his destiny or be devoured before he gets the chance?

Heroes of Another Age is the debut novel from B. L. Mostyn and sets the tone for her upcoming Guardian series. Aaron and Aton are far from perfect, which made their relationship feel honest and believable. Aton is brave and headstrong, while Aaron is quieter and more unsure, and the way they lean on each other really drew me in.

It took me a while to read because the pacing is a bit off, especially in the middle. That slower pace did give space for the emotional moments to land though. The world-building is detailed but not overwhelming. You learn about the magic, the prophecy, and the dangers along with the characters, which kept things interesting even if I had to go back a few times to make sure I understood everything.

Overall, it is a good first novel and a nice read for older teenagers. I didn’t expect to get so invested in Aaron’s journey, but by the end, I was fully hooked and curious about what comes next.

Review: Hoo boy. Let us dive into lengthy and loving familial ebellishments so as to create heartfelt sorrow and wighteous retwibution when twagedy stwikes. When were-ma is constantly sweeping strands of hair behind her ears, ruffling tousled burgandy/blonde hair and kissing the tops of their heads every other sentence, the DNF jitters start riding you like a monkey on crack. Yeah we get it, mummy wuvs her wittle werewoofs with VIOLET EYES. This started to play out into the "Who gives a shjts" of characterization. Thankfully this only lasts for the first 30%.

I did the writer a solid by hanging out and finishing this novel. Despite my high cringe high for YA, I pushed through and climbed the mountain of a patterned story line. I am glad I did as each chapter gets a little more palatable with questing type movement. At no time during this novel did I care if the Wonder Twins were maimed or killed. And why is Aaron always such a little bitch?

If you like YA Trash that is better than most in that genre, then this is for you.

This one was a bit of a mixed bag for me. I went in intrigued by the premise—twin werewolf brothers raised in isolation, discovering hidden powers and a much bigger world beyond their quiet mountain life. And to be fair, the beginning really pulled me in. It had this warm, almost cozy vibe: baking bread, herding sheep, and little magical moments tucked into everyday life. It felt comforting and different from the usual fast-paced fantasy I’m used to.

Aaron and Aton’s relationship was my favorite part. Their bond as brothers felt real—loving, complicated, and honest. I really liked Aaron’s internal struggles, especially as he began to realize he wasn’t like everyone else. Those emotional moments landed well.

But honestly? The pacing was slow. Like really slow. I kept waiting for the plot to pick up, and while things eventually started happening—magic, demons, danger—it took a long time to get there. I found myself putting the book down more than once, not because I didn’t care, but because I just wasn’t fully hooked.

Also, the tone shift halfway through felt a bit jarring. It started as a quiet coming-of-age fantasy, and then suddenly there were high-stakes threats, ancient gods, and intense magic, but without enough buildup for me to feel grounded in it all.

Overall, I didn’t dislike it—it just didn’t fully land for me. If you like slow burns, deep emotional themes, and gradual world-building, this might hit better for you. I appreciated what it was trying to do, even if I wasn’t completely swept away by it.