Valanandir’s throat spasms as he tries not to choke. He spits out a salty mouthful of seawater and grips some nearby rigging one-handed as the ship rocks beneath him. Under skies devoid of moon or sun, Valanandir fights for his life alongside his Sea Elf crew. But his ship already burns like a funeral pyre in the middle of the storm-tossed ocean. ...And far more than he realizes depends on his survival. Lose yourself in the thoroughly imagined World of Lasniniar with this first novel in the epic fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith.
Under normal circumstances, Iadrawyn and Valanandir would never cross paths. Even though they are both elves, all the elven tribes are on the brink of open hostility, thanks to the manipulations of the blood-drinking drakhalu. But both magic and fate have other plans. This fast-paced, epic fantasy collection contains one novel and three short stories for both new and regular readers of the World of Lasniniar series by Writers' Journal winning author, Jacquelyn Smith: Light Chasers, Possession, The Vow, and The Bearded Ones. Light Chasers is the first novel in the series. All adventures in this collection take place before Kinslayer.
Iadrawyn is the daughter of an ambitious Wood Elf lord. Valanandir is the orphan son of two Sea Elves who lost their lives in battle. Thanks to the devious, blood-drinking drakhalu, all the elven tribes have isolated themselves, and under normal circumstances, Iadrawyn and Valanandir would never cross paths. But the Quenya has other plans in mind for them that will help shape the fate of their world. Journey back to the beginning of the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series with these four adventures of elves, dwarves, vampires, and dragons that take place before Legacy Hunter: Light Chasers (A World of Lasniniar Novel, Book 0, 101,000 words) Legends of Lasniniar: Possession (Short Story, 8,600 words) Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow (Short Story, 8,600 words) Legends of Lasniniar: The Bearded Ones (Short Story, 8,100 words)
Two elves from tribes on the brink of open hostility. Under normal circumstances, Iadrawyn and Valanandir would never cross paths. But blood-drinking demons threaten to rule Ralvaniar under the cover of darkness while the elven tribes bicker. ...And both magic and fate have other plans. Lose yourself in the elves’ sprawling past in this starter collection from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series by award-winning author Jacquelyn Smith. This collection includes one novel and three shorts: Light Chasers: A Novel of Lasniniar (The World of Lasniniar Book 1) Legends of Lasniniar: Possession Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow Legends of Lasniniar: The Bearded Ones Light Chasers: A Novel of Lasniniar (The World of Lasniniar Book 1) Valanandir’s throat spasms as he tries not to choke. He spits out a salty mouthful of seawater and grips some nearby rigging one-handed as the ship rocks beneath him. Under skies devoid of moon or sun, Valanandir fights for his life alongside his Sea Elf crew. But his ship already burns like a funeral pyre in the middle of the storm-tossed ocean. ...And far more than he realizes depends on his survival. Lose yourself in the thoroughly imagined World of Lasniniar with this first novel in the series. Legends of Lasniniar: Possession No one in the entire Wood Elf tribe understands Golvanyar, aside from his mother. Until he meets Iadrawyn. Golvanyar knows the moment he first spies her from the shadows that they share some kind of connection. He can feel it in his bones as he watches her, unseen. Does Iadrawyn feel it too? Only one answer can satisfy Golvanyar. In the richly-imagined World of Lasniniar series, “Possession” focuses on an event from the elves’ sprawling past—an event that forever changes Golvanyar, and starts Iadrawyn on the path to becoming a woman of legend. Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow Nimrilwyn swims the seas of Ralvaniar—a respected member of the Folk. ...One of the few who takes an interest in the land-dwelling elves. None of the Folk understand her friendship with them. Why bother to form a bond with those who can never know life beneath the waves? But Nimrilwyn values her unusual friendships. She prides herself on her loyalty. Even to those not of her own kind. ...No matter the cost. Visit the sprawling past of the World of Lasniniar series in this stand-alone fantasy story. Legends of Lasniniar: The Bearded Ones The sky to the north of the Light Elves’ wood remains empty. Only a chain of mountains marks the horizon. Iadrawyn keeps watch from the cover of the ancient trees and waits. The forest hums with life around her. The world beyond remains a mystery to the elves. What kind of dangers and potential allies roam outside their borders? Iadrawyn looks to the sky and waits for answers. A stand-alone story of the elves’ exploration of their new home in the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.
A sweeping, epic fantasy series of magic, war, and friendship, spanning thousands of years... Immerse yourself in a realm of elves, dwarves, vampires, and dragons in this starter collection of novels from the World of Lasniniar series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith: Light Chasers (The World of Lasniniar Book 1) Kinslayer (The World of Lasniniar Book 2) Soul Seeker (The World of Lasniniar Book 3) Light Chasers (The World of Lasniniar Book 1) Valanandir’s throat spasms as he tries not to choke. He spits out a salty mouthful of seawater and grips some nearby rigging one-handed as the ship rocks beneath him. Under skies devoid of moon or sun, Valanandir fights for his life alongside his Sea Elf crew. But his ship already burns like a funeral pyre in the middle of the storm-tossed ocean. ...And far more than he realizes depends on his survival. Lose yourself in the thoroughly imagined World of Lasniniar with this first novel in the series. Kinslayer (The World of Lasniniar Book 2) Lasniniar. A new continent the elves can call home after the fall of Ralvaniar. They hope to finally find peace under the leadership of Iadrawyn and Valanandir—far from the dark creatures they left behind in the magical cataclysm. A simple enough wish. But darkness comes in many forms. And not even Iadrawyn and Valanandir know the hidden enemy that lurks within the elves’ midst. ...Or how far they must go to stop him. The elves’ epic struggle evolves to a new level, drawing enemies and allies alike in this sweeping, second novel from the World of Lasniniar fantasy series. Soul Seeker (The World of Lasniniar Book 3) Midnight. The world of Lasniniar lies in silence, except for the patter of the falling rain. Iarion walks alone on Traitor’s Road. His elven eyes pierce the darkness. The Jagged Mountains loom over him. Their oppressive shadow adds to his unease. ...That, and the goblin arrow wound burning his shoulder. Goblins. In the heart of the continent, in friendly territory. In Lasniniar, that can only mean one thing. A warning of dark days to come. Meet a new generation of heroes in this third novel in the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.
Midnight. The world of Lasniniar lies in silence, except for the patter of the falling rain. Iarion walks alone on Traitor’s Road. His elven eyes pierce the darkness. The Jagged Mountains loom over him. Their oppressive shadow adds to his unease. ...That, and the goblin arrow wound burning his shoulder. Goblins. In the heart of the continent, in friendly territory. In Lasniniar, that can only mean one thing. A warning of dark days to come. Meet a new generation of heroes in this third novel in the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith.
(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Possession” by Jacquelyn Smith.) No one in the entire Wood Elf tribe understands Golvanyar, aside from his mother. Until he meets Iadrawyn. Golvanyar knows the moment he first spies her from the shadows that they share some kind of connection. He can feel it in his bones as he watches her, unseen. Does Iadrawyn feel it too? Only one answer can satisfy Golvanyar. In the richly-imagined Legends of Lasniniar series by Jacquelyn Smith, this stand-alone short story focuses on an event from the elves’ sprawling past—an event that forever changes Golvanyar, and starts Iadrawyn on the path to becoming a woman of legend. (This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.)
Origin stories, first meetings... No hero or legendary friendship is ever born on page one. Visit Lasniniar’s sprawling past, filled with elves, dwarves, mermaids, dragons, and vampires in three early, short story adventures from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith: Possession The Vow Legacy Hunter Possession No one in the entire Wood Elf tribe understands Golvanyar, aside from his mother. Until he meets Iadrawyn. Golvanyar knows the moment he first spies her from the shadows that they share some kind of connection. He can feel it in his bones as he watches her, unseen. Does Iadrawyn feel it too? Only one answer can satisfy Golvanyar. In the richly-imagined Legends of Lasniniar, this stand-alone short story focuses on an event from the elves’ sprawling past—an event that forever changes Golvanyar, and starts Iadrawyn on the path to becoming a woman of legend. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Possession.” This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.) The Vow Nimrilwyn swims the seas of Ralvaniar—a respected member of the Folk. ...One of the few who takes an interest in the land-dwelling elves. None of the Folk understand her friendship with them. Why bother to form a bond with those who can never know life beneath the waves? But Nimrilwyn values her unusual friendships. She prides herself on her loyalty. Even to those not of her own kind. ...No matter the cost. Visit the sprawling past of the Legends of Lasniniar series in this stand-alone fantasy story. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow.” This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.) Legacy Hunter Barlo stares at the limp, elven form on his couch. A poisoned goblin arrow protrudes from the creature’s shoulder. A long knife hangs from its belt. How could his wife think to tend the elf stranger and leave her patient armed? Elves do not belong in Dwarvenhome. Especially not ones with weapons. But the elf’s presence presents another problem to the dwarven clan chief. ...What brings goblins so close to Dwarvenhome? A stand-alone story from the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series, “Legacy Hunter” tells the tale of Barlo and Iarion’s first meeting. If you love a fun, action-filled adventure, grab this book. (Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Legacy Hunter.” This story takes place between the World of Lasniniar novels Kinslayer and Soul Seeker.)
(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: The Vow” by Jacquelyn Smith.) Nimrilwyn swims the seas of Ralvaniar—a respected member of the Folk. ...One of the few who takes an interest in the land-dwelling elves. None of the Folk understand her friendship with them. Why bother to form a bond with those who can never know life beneath the waves? But Nimrilwyn values her unusual friendships. She prides herself on her loyalty. Even to those not of her own kind. ...No matter the cost. Visit the sprawling past of the Legends of Lasniniar series in this stand-alone fantasy story by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. (This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.)
(Previously published as “Legends of Lasniniar: Her Rightful Place” by Jacquelyn Smith.) Arinmalia holds herself above the rest of her Wild Elf tribemates. With good reason. Few can match her fighting and tracking skills. She needs no friends to watch her back, or distract her with their tiresome company. She prefers to walk the forest paths alone, with only her own thoughts as her companions. Arinmalia knows in her heart a great destiny awaits her. Something beyond the modest village life of her tribe. She dreams of finding it. She hungers to make her tribemates understand. She needs them to acknowledge her rightful place. A stand-alone story from the sprawling history of the elves in the Legends of Lasniniar fantasy series by the author of the Fatal Empire series, Jacquelyn Smith. (This adventure takes place before the World of Lasniniar novel Light Chasers.)
