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The Fourth Age: Shadow Wars
The Fourth Age: Shadow Wars
Series · 4 books · 2016
By
David Pauly
Books in series
#1
Assassins
2016
What happens when you cross Lord of the Rings with Dune? You get a rich, complex fantasy world full of political intrigue and magic, where realistic characters confront dangers and adversity, love and betrayal. The first novel in the Shadow Wars series, Assassins will not disappoint! Get Assassins and begin your epic journey today! From the ashes of the Great War, Men, Elves and Dwarves struggle to rebuild their societies in the land of Nostraterra. Secret factions amongst all the races risk plunging Nostraterra into open warfare by threatening the life of Alfrahil crown prince of Men. As fire arrows plunge down, a desperate Alfrahil rides for his life to try and escape this deadly assassination. Who tries to kill the prince and why? Assassins, is the first episode in the Shadow Wars series; a tale of present-day politics set within a fantasy world. The story continues in Conspiracy, when Elven and Dwarven connections to the plot to kill prince Alfrahil must be investigated. The series concludes with the third volume, Myths, where ancient legends come to life, impacting the lives of all who dwell in Nostraterra.
#2
Conspiracy
2016
Bruno the Dwarf and Lithir the Elf are dispatched to investigate the Dwarven and Elven connections within the plot to kill Prince Alfrahil. Centuries of distrust between their races must be overcome if they are to be successful in their mission. Journey with an unlikely duo as they penetrate into the Dwarven mines of Nerea; where they are confronted by a maniacal religious sect. The Flame Priests’ lust for power threatens to consume all Dwarves with their racial hatred towards Elves and Men, and they vow to stop Bruno and Lithir at any price. Later, the North Forest Elves seem inviting at first, but Bruno and Lithir soon learn that it is an elaborate ruse and treachery soon stalks them at every turn. Desperate to learn the secrets of an ancient seer our duo travels deep into the wild forest where they face their most dire challenges yet. How will they escape the traps set for them by their own peoples to bear their hard won secrets back to their lords? Conspiracy, the next episode in the Shadow Wars series, is filled with innovative magic and takes the reader on an epic journey into the realms of Dwarves and Elves, where Bruno and Lithir must rely on each other to survive if they have any hope of fulfilling their mission.
#3
Myths
2016
In the distant land of Platonia, ancient protectors of the Gracies are dying; only the Gemwings can restore the magic within the Well of Life. After four Gracies volunteer to search for the Gemwings, Platonia comes under attack. Prince Daerahil lives in exile. Something dangerous is drawing ever closer to him; a shape hunting his soldiers in the shadows of Plaga Erebus, the land of wounded darkness. Soon, Daerahil will have to decide whether to join forces with this creature, and receive his help in taking back his kingship in return. But will this decision seal the fate of every living soul in Nostraterra? ★★★★★ - "Interesting characters, unique storyline." ★★★★★ - "Suspenseful and intriguing. Enjoyed reading this one."
#1-3
The Fourth Age
2016
As the Third Age ends, a desperate Elven ship flees the war torn shores of Nostraterra, as Elf Queen Aradia races against time to save Bran, the diminutive Gracie who destroyed the Dark Lord Magnar. As the Fourth Age begins the domination of Men, force Elves and Dwarves to acknowledge the tyrannical might of the Westmen and their king Creon. Secret societies within the mines of the Dwarves and forests of the Elves plot against the Westmen, unleashing horrific violence and destruction; determined to kill Creon’s son, crown-prince Alfrahil. Confronted by the scheming Fire Priests of the Dwarves and Dark Elven cults, messengers sent by Alfrahil barely escape with their lives to bring news of the plot back to Eldora. Falsely accused, Alfrahil’s brother Daerahil is convicted and banished by Creon to the broken ruins of Magnar’s former stronghold. Battles fought within the shadows of all realms in Nostraterra foretell the coming struggle that may tear the lands apart. Will Alfrahil find the real conspirators and clear Daerahil’s name? How will the kings of the Elves and Dwarves control their fractious elements, yet still remain independent from Eldora? These and many other questions await you in the Fourth Age: Shadow Wars.
Author
David Pauly
Author · 5 books