Shattered Shield
Shattered Shield

Author: Sean Alveari

Publisher: Sean Alveari

Published: 2023-03-22

Total Pages: 625

ISBN-13:

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Michael Celeres is an oathblade — a mighty swordsman blessed with supernatural powers through his oath to the emperor of Viridia. Elizabeth Halcyon is a powerful sorceress, she's the emperor's only child... and she's been secretly in love with Michael since the end of the Unity War which created the Viridian Empire seven years ago. But with war again looming on the horizon, the only hope of salvation is a political marriage. Elizabeth is asked to sacrifice her love in the name of her people, and Michael is charged with escorting her through war zones and wastelands to give her away to a man she's never met...

Shattered Shields
Shattered Shields

Author: Jennifer Brozek

Publisher: Baen Publishing Enterprises

Published: 2014-10-16

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 1625793251

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Swords and Shields. Faith and Magic. Grab your weapons and prepare, for the enemy is on the move. High fantasy and mighty conflicts go hand-in-hand. In great wars, armies rise to fight evil hordes and heroes struggle to push beyond their imperfections to save the day. These stories include more than just epic landscapes and charactersãthey also feature epic battles. Imagine a doctor struggling to identify the spy who has infiltrated his companys ranks and poisoned his colleagues or a boy suspected of murder by a king yet protected by a princess as he helps her father against his own people. Imagine a butcher discovering that hes called to lead an uprising, or a First Born knowing that she must betray her own in order to save humanity. The possibilities are endless, but at the heart they have this in common: soldiers¾ordinary and otherwise_struggling against extraordinary odds to survive the day. They must withstand dark magic, dodge enemy blades, and defy the odds to survive SHATTERED SHIELDS. Contributors: Larry Correia Sarah A. Hoyt Gray Rinehart David Farland Glen Cook Seanan McGuire John Helfers Annie Bellet Joseph Zieja Wendy N. Wagner David Farland Cat Rambo Robin Wayne Bailey Nancy Fulda John R. Fultz Dave Gross James L. Sutter Elizabeth Moon At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). About Shattered Shields: "An inventive and thought-provoking set of tales that capture the bravery and terrors of battle. Carries the banner of military fantasy proudly."--John Marco, author of The Bronze Knight Series About The Raygun Chronicles edited by Bryan Thomas Schmidt: "Fans of sf should enjoy this stylistically varied homage to a genre as old as the fiction . . . "--Library Journal About Beyond the Sun edited by Bryan Thomas Schmidt: "Beyond the Sun mixes courage, redemption, and stark terror in tales of distant worlds. Buckle in."--Jack McDevitt, author of Firebird

The Demon Card
The Demon Card

Author: Jason Strange

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1434232964

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When thirteen-year-old Mark Dannon finds the DeathBringer character in his new pack of Epic Heroes cards, the fantasy card games he plays with his friends start turning into a dangerous reality.

Blood Ties
Blood Ties

Author: C.C. Humphreys

Publisher: Orion

Published: 2011-10-06

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 1409138550

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Years have gone by since the events surrounding the death of Anne Boleyn. But her missing hand and all that it represents to the dark world of 16th-century Europe still draws the powerful to seek it out. Jean Rombaud - the French executioner of the first novel - has grown old, both in age and spirit. Wearied by the betrayal of a son and the scorn of a wife, he fights in the seemingly never-ending siege of Siena. Meanwhile, Gianni Rombaud has forsaken everything his ageing father stands for and now kills heathen for the Inquisition in Rome. Then he is summoned by Cardinal Carafa himself. His masters no longer merely want his dagger in the hearts of Jews, they want the hand of the dead queen... But only three people know where it is buried, and one of them is Gianni's father...

A Circle of Three
A Circle of Three

Author: A. Valentine Smith

Publisher: Alien Time Treasure

Published: 2003-11

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 097273094X

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Mandy enters A Circle of Three with her friends April and Sandy in a Newport, Rhode Island summer of seventeenth birthdays, summer jobs, an Enchanted Hurricane, and a Dream Invader, who's after a secret that the girls don't even know they're guarding. Struggling to catch up in her Magikal training with her friends, Mandy's newfound chaotic skills are both helpful and dangerous as the three teens and April's precocious younger sister, Brenna, try to have a normal summer amidst the coming Hurricane's 'Winds of Misfortune', the appearance of Aisling, the mischievous Invader of their summer Dreams, and an unwelcome return of Courtney who helps and hinders their every step. Each girl deals with a recent past as Sandys mom, Karen, struggles with her own past, a past that only Three can Free.

A Struggle for Rome (Vol. 1-3)
A Struggle for Rome (Vol. 1-3)

Author: Felix Dahn

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-24

Total Pages: 941

ISBN-13:

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Felix Dahn's epic trilogy, 'A Struggle for Rome', is a historical novel that delves into the power struggle and political intrigue of Ancient Rome. Set during the time of the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy, Dahn masterfully weaves together a narrative filled with war, betrayal, and complex characters. Dahn's literary style is rich in detail, portraying the societal norms and conflicts of the time period accurately. The trilogy is a must-read for those interested in Roman history and political drama, as Dahn's vivid descriptions bring the ancient world to life. Each volume is a compelling read, filled with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Felix Dahn, a German jurist and historian, drew inspiration from his academic background to create 'A Struggle for Rome'. His expertise in Roman law and history is evident in the meticulous research that went into crafting the series. Dahn's passion for the subject matter shines through in his writing, making the trilogy a standout work in historical fiction. For history enthusiasts and fans of historical fiction, 'A Struggle for Rome' is a captivating literary journey into the heart of Ancient Rome's political turmoil. Dahn's masterful storytelling and attention to detail make this trilogy a must-read for anyone seeking a gripping tale of power and ambition in the ancient world.

A Struggle for Rome, Vol. III
A Struggle for Rome, Vol. III

Author: Felix Dahn

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-11-22

Total Pages: 311

ISBN-13:

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A Struggle for Rome (alternatively A Fight for Rome) is a historical novel written by Felix Dahn (under the original title Ein Kampf um Rom which appeared in 1876). After the death of Theodoric the Great, his successors try to maintain his legacy: an independent Ostrogothic Kingdom. They are opposed by the Eastern Roman Empire, ruled by emperor Justinian I. Excerpt: "Thanks to the precautions taken by Procopius, the trick had succeeded completely. At the moment in which the flag of the Goths fell and their King was taken prisoner, they were everywhere surprised and overpowered."

Erik The Red
Erik The Red

Author: Tilman Roehrig

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-02-23

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 1646906039

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Erik the Red was born to become legend! Love and destruction, toil and triumph blend in a gripping historical fiction account of the life of Erik the Red, taking him from the Iceland into the great unknown as he searches for his place in the world. Exiled from his homeland of Norway as a boy, Erik Thorvladsson wants nothing more than to honor his father’s legacy and to figure out where he belongs in the world. But to claim and cultivate his own homestead is no easy task. Navigating natural disasters, violent clashes, and banishment, he seeks his fortunes in an Iceland on the brink of change. But when a conflict over property erupts into violence, Erik is outlawed from the country for three years and sets off on his greatest challenge of all. Assembling a group of settlers, he and his family sail west into uncertainty, hoping to finally find a green and prosperous land to call their own. "A mysterious death and a fantastical curse add light intrigue while mature sexual situations make this a great crossover novel for adult readers." - Kirkus Reviews

Planet of the Orcs (Light Novel) Vol. 1
Planet of the Orcs (Light Novel) Vol. 1

Author: Himataro Zukunashi

Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment

Published: 2021-09-16

Total Pages: 207

ISBN-13: 1638585164

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He was fifteen when he first became a hero, blasted to another world by an unknown entity. At the end of his harsh and hapless journey, the hero defeated the Demon King. Over the next ten years, he was sent off to different worlds, and every time, he saved them. Now, on his thirteenth world, the enemy is the orc race whose highly advanced civilization has forced humanity into a desperate struggle for survival. What's more, the orcs seem to have banded under a cunning leader. Has our hero finally met his match?