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An apprentice and a mage’s ward must band together to stop the fall of the shield holding back monstrous demons in author Blake Arthur Peel’s “Ranger’s Oath”, the first in the Fall of Radiance Series. 

The Synopsis

The barrier between worlds is broken. Only he knows the truth…

Magic has protected Tarsynium for a thousand years, shielding its people from being ravaged by bloodthirsty demons. When a young ranger’s apprentice named Owyn Lund discovers that the Arc of Radiance has been breached, he tries to warn anybody who will listen.

But legends aren’t supposed to be real.

When a village is mysteriously destroyed, rangers, mages, and rebels all point the finger, blaming each other for the demons’ brutality. However, Zara Dennel, a mage’s ward, has heard Owyn’s tale—and she’s inclined to believe him.

Together, they must prove that friendship is greater than intolerance, unity is more important than division, and that even the most powerful magic can sometimes not be enough.

Failure means the end of all things. A second—and lasting—Doom.

Experience the beginning of a thrilling Epic Fantasy series suitable for all ages. It’s perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Sarah J. Maas, and Brandon Sanderson.

Grab your copy today! It’s also Available on Audible narrated by Michael Kramer and Kate Reading.

The Review

The level of detailing the author gave to the world building was exceptional, with the author utilizing imagery in the writing style to really give the reader a feeling of immersion that felt contextual and visceral to imagine. The dynamic between the two protagonists was perfect and drew readers in greatly, and the alternating perspectives in each chapter gave great insight into the minds of these characters and their own unique perspectives, allowing readers to connect to them more and immerse themselves in each narrative twist that comes their way.

I loved how accessible that the book felt to a wider range of audience. The youth of the protagonists against the life and death, very adult world they are immersed in is a great dynamic to see play out, and the haunting nature of the demonic threat they face and the ways oftentimes younger people are overlooked and ignored when adults are so sure in their ways plays a dynamic role in the way events play out in this narrative. 

The Verdict

Gripping, thrilling, and enthralling, author Blake Arthur Peel’s “Ranger’s Oath” is a must-read epic fantasy novel and a great first entry in the Fall of Radiance series. The twists and turns the story takes the reader on, the deep, personal connection the protagonists form as the story progresses, and the world-shattering events that lay the foundation for this story will drive readers to eagerly await the next entry in this series. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

About the Author

Blake Arthur Peel has been coming up with stories ever since he was a kid. He was always drawing maps in the backs of notebooks and daydreaming when he probably should have been paying attention. His love of fantasy was first kindled when he picked up a dog-eared copy of Dragons of Autumn Twilight.

Blake was raised in Hemet, California. He loves playing tabletop war games and spending time with his wife and three sons.

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