The Wrath of the Invisible Sword

The Wrath of the Invisible Sword
Author: Lucian Randolph
Publisher: McDonald Press Publishing
Total Pages: 363
Release: 2012-10-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0983609144

In 24 hours, the world as we know it will end… A 26,000 year cycle of gigantic solar storms is about to begin. The size and destructive power of these storms will eclipse anything in recorded history by an order of magnitude. The monster magnetic pulses that accompany these massive solar storms have already begun to overwhelm the magnetic field of the Earth; causing it to fall so far in strength, it’s effectively gone in places. Intense radiation and charged particles from the first wave of solar storms have already begun the irreversible destruction of almost all the LEO satellites in orbit. Now the debris is causing dangerous interference with electronic devices on the ground. As the consequences of the first stages of the coming deadly storms begin to create a complex web of intrigue and action, a mysterious and ancient artifact, which is somehow connected to the solar cycles, manages to become more of a threat to the future of mankind than the impending disaster. A high-speed adrenaline filled series of events unfold leading to non-stop action in a race against the clock to save mankind. The Wrath of the Invisible Sword is the sequel to the exciting and action filled, The Empty Eggs of Burning Light. The fourth book in the epic sci-fi Ancients of Earth Series starts at the exact scene the last novel ended. But now there are only 24 hours left before the killer storms arrive to decimate the planet. Events countdown hour-by-hour and minute-by-minute as the action ratchets up in intensity, and the pace will leave you breathless at the end of each chapter. This is an intelligent story that will make you think long after you stop reading with characters that you can’t get out of your mind. The problem will be that you can’t put it down. Every book has been better than the last, and the heart-pounding action in this installment doesn’t stop; it barely slows down. And it all leads up to a cliff-hanger ending that will leave sci-fi readers shocked with their mouths hanging open. Then they’ll start screaming for the next book. ~97k words

The God in the Clear Rock

The God in the Clear Rock
Author: Lucian Randolph
Publisher: McDonald Press Publishing Co.
Total Pages: 331
Release: 2011-04-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0983609101

"Seriously one of the greatest things I've ever read." - - Wil Wheaton In 50 hours, the world as we know it will end… Like a celestial alarm clock, the sun is about to enter a cycle of giant storms that will decimate life on Earth and destroy our modern civilization. It’s happened before, but it was long before humans even had writing. Now it will occur again in 50 hours. Amid this imminent catastrophe is the God in the Clear Rock, a mysterious presence influential throughout the history of ancient man on the American continents. And she has a secret. Following stories from history, fast-paced scenes jump across centuries and millennia of time as the mystery of the God in the Clear Rock deepens. Coming together over years, unforgettable characters and epic events throughout the history of man unknowingly countdown in a race against the sun. - - - - - - - - THE GOD IN THE CLEAR ROCK has everything you could want in an epic sci-fi story; ancient civilizations, giant humans, advanced technology, military secrets, artificial intelligence, and a timeline that covers 78 millennia. Engaging, imaginative, and believable writing will drag you into the intrigue and drama as it begins to unfold across the planet. First in a six-book series covering the 50 hour countdown, THE GOD IN THE CLEAR ROCK presents the initial eight-and-a-half hours. But 78,000 years of brutal history and adventure lead up to this first exciting book. The story blends the hour-by-hour style of the TV drama 24 and the intelligent storytelling of Asimov with the twisted plots of George R.R. Martin; the result is a page turner you can’t put down. It’s filled with science, technology, history and adventure, plus a sci-fi twist on a cliff-hanger ending that will have fans jumping into the second book in the series, THE HOLE IN THE MAGIC SHIELD (available now). Each of the six books is an installment in the 50-hour story. Newly revised second edition.

The Hole in the Magic Shield

The Hole in the Magic Shield
Author: Lucian Randolph
Publisher: McDonald Press Publishing
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2011-12-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0983609128

"Great Book! Intense and gripping story. Good character development and compelling story. Hard to put this book down. Waiting for the next installment." - Tony via Amazon review "Addicting! Can't wait for the next one! Enjoying the countdown and the adventure. Never a dull moment. Hope the next one is soon." - tm via Amazon review In 41 hours, the world as we know it will end! Like it has done every twenty-six millennia, the magnetic field of the earth is about to be short-circuited by a series of massive solar storms, which will destroy our modern technological society virtually overnight. It will take the planet two centuries before the natural protective magnetic field will build back up to full strength. While it is weakened, the surface of the earth will be scorched by the sun and daylight will become dangerous to all life. The first wave of storms and destruction has already begun, but the only people who have the means to help, aren’t aware of the impending disaster. And the only clue to when the disaster will occur is a mysterious clear rock locked in a black plastic case. New characters and fresh dangers arrive building the mystery and intrigue; all while the deadline approaches and the world unknowingly counts down to its doom. THE HOLE IN THE MAGIC SHIELD continues with the unforgettable story and extraordinary characters from THE GOD IN THE CLEAR ROCK. Filled with more epic adventure, mystery, high-tech, science, and intrigue than the first fast-paced thriller, the story starts exactly where the last one stopped. Over the following 9 hours, out of only 41 hours left in the world, intertwined wheels of action and new people are set in motion. MAGIC SHIELD blends the counting-by-hour style of the TV drama ‘24’ with the intensely complex larger-than-life characters and adventure driven plots of Clive Cussler in a page-turner that’s guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat. As the intricate story begins to twist and turn, fans will relish the cliffhanger maddening mystery and be left scrambling to pick up book three. ~97k words

The Empty Eggs of Burning Light

The Empty Eggs of Burning Light
Author: Lucian Randolph
Publisher: McDonald Press Publishing
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2012-04-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0983609136

In 32 hours, the world as we know it will end! The magnetic field of the earth is about to fail because of a series of gigantic solar storms, which come in a 26,000 year cycle. When that happens, solar radiation will cause widespread infertility among all land animals, including us. As the storms begin causing dramatic destruction that could lead to the downfall of our technological civilization, a mysterious clue about the danger appears on an ancient artifact. While the countdown continues, major characters start coming together for the first time, building dark intrigue, ancient prophesy and cutting-edge high-technology into a series of connected events leading to the end of the world – unless it can be stopped. A mysterious consciousness and presence inside the only clue about what is happening may be the only means of preventing the coming disaster. But time is running out and the chaos has already begun. THE EMPTY EGGS OF BURNING LIGHT continues the exciting saga from THE HOLE IN THE MAGIC SHIELD. A hard science fiction tale so real some readers can’t tell it’s fiction, the third fast-paced thriller picks up the minute the last one stopped. The next 8.25 hours, out of only 32 hours left in the world, begin to add new characters and plots as events trigger a cascade of cause and effect. The hour-by-hour style of the modern timeline combines with larger than life characters and historical fact in a story you can’t put down. The twisted mystery continues to dig deeper until a cliff-hanger ending guaranteed to make readers scream in anticipation for the next installment. But the story is only half over… ~96k words

Dreamers of Andalon

Dreamers of Andalon
Author: T.B. Phillips
Publisher: Deckplate Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 2391
Release: 2021-02-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

***** Includes 2021 Independent Press Award Winner Andalon Awakens! ***** Two Worlds Collide in Andalon Here is the entire action-packed Dreamers of Andalon Trilogy. Critics agree that these characters are so vivid they come to life, driving the reader to tears of both dread and celebration as T.B. Phillips paints a world directly into your mind. This modern fantasy combines magic with emotion while promising political intrigue and adventure. Each page transports you to a realm of dueling worlds, one advanced and the other locked in the age of sail and pirates. This Trilogy Contains Andalon Awakens Andalon Arises Andalon Attacks Many years from now, in a world in which we have all been forgotten, the Caldera of Cinder erupts and Andalon descends into chaos. Pirates and outlaws ally against tyranny as magical powers awaken at alarming rates, unraveling the plans of the evil Falconers. These dark administrators harvest children who could potentially manipulate the elements, stealing their abilities for a darker purpose. The heroes of this tale include Eusari Thorinson, kidnapped and sold at a young age. She must choose vengeance against those responsible for the pain she endured in evil hands, or choose to challenge the Falconers beside Braen Braston, a quiet outcast from the northern kingdom of Fjorik. Across the continent Robert Esterling fights to come of age and struggles with physical limitations while leading a civil war against his usurper brother, the leader chosen by the Falconers. He must decide the fate of thousands of refugees from the west, the hated and feared Pescari and their powerful goddess of fire. Follow these unlikely heroes as they face political intrigue and work through personal barriers. Read along as they learn to use their powers without destroying the very people they feel compelled to save. Gasp as they discover much more dangerous foe than Andalon ever dreamed. The Battle for Andalon is on and all Hands are on Deck!” ”In this dystopian vision, author T.B.Phillips has created a page-turner. The writing style is cinematic, the pace is good, and the characters are captivating. I especially like the female heroines, who are feisty warriors. There is plenty of contrast in the depiction of characters and they feel real because of their human flaws. The epic sea-battles are especially convincing, since the author draws on a world he knows well. The best thing about this book is the detailed world-building. There is a sense of mystery and a world beyond the book, a magical or spiritual dimension which is explored by the emotants and their animal familiars. Co-existing with this idea of magic and prophecy, is the reality of political machinations and a brutish world where duplicity reigns. The book is thought-provoking." - Suzy Davies, ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑ "Sometimes you read a book and realize you're reading art. This book does that." "I was absolutely blown away by the rich descriptions and well-formed action sequences. This book is a clinic in writing artistry. It was outstanding in every regard. If there was an option for a sixth star, this book should get it. This book was turned up to 11 all the way to the end. Nice Work." - ZombieTex, ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑ "A fantastic tale with pirates, sword fights, magic, love, betrayal, secrets and more!" "TB Phillips is becoming a master-craftsman weaving a beautiful tapestry of characters, adventure and wonder. The imagery of the battles at sea, the Pescari people, and even the evil that lurks behind the book cover is magnificently written. You will latch onto each character and hope your beloved favorites survive to the end of the series. Phillips has a vivid imagination that compels the reader to turn the pages faster and faster until they finish with a desire to read more." - Maria Thompson, ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑