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An undead warrior becomes the figure of a dark prophecy that will determine the fate of humanity in author Fred Darkness’s “The Chronicles of the Chosen Undead: Volume 1: The Gifts of the Dark God”.
The Synopsis
The Chronicles of the Chosen Undead: Book 1 – The Gifts of the Dark God
At the beginning of time, the God of Light created the souls of men using the sparks of the Primeval Flame. Millennia have passed since then, and almost all the gods have perished in their battles, leaving humanity weak and corrupt.
A dark prophecy unfolds as the world descends into chaos. Radamant, a malevolent sorcerer, serves the Checkrops, three eternal demons assassinates the last emperor of Heidal and seizes the Primeval Flame. With this stolen power, the daughters of the God of Darkness unleash a plague of the undead, turning the dead into monsters that prey on the living.
In this epic fantasy adventure series, the Primeval Flame’s light fades, and humanity’s survival hangs by a thread. Amidst this turmoil, an undead named Rhys rises. Cursed with a scarlet-eyed demon within his soul and devoid of memories from his past life. He knows only his name, which means “Chosen one” in the ancient language of the gods.
The three Keras, goddesses who control the fate of humanity, summon Rhys but remain unable to decipher the enigma of his curse. Ancient legends speak of an undead who will one day determine the fate of the world. Is Rhys destined to be this figure? What path will he choose in this dark fantasy saga?
The Chronicles of the Chosen Undead: Book 1 – The Gifts of the Dark God takes readers on a journey through a dystopian fantasy world teeming with sorcery, magic, and eternal conflict. Fans of dark souls-inspired books and epic fantasy series will be enthralled by Rhys’s quest against immortal demons and dark forces. This fantasy action adventure book series promises a gripping tale of cursed destinies and magical realism, where the darkest paths may lead to the brightest light.
Will Rhys be the one to fulfill the dark god prophecy? Can he save the world, or will he doom it to eternal darkness? Embark on this harrowing fantasy sword quest and discover the fate that awaits in this spellbinding fantasy novel series.
The Review
The first thing that popped into my head as I began reading this novel was how atmospheric the narrative was. The fantasy realm this story takes place in, and the descriptive nature of each piece of scenery and action immediately brings the reader into the book, developing a haunting and cinematic quality in the author’s writing that makes the reader feel as if they were watching this on the big screen as the next epic dark fantasy series.
The dynamic action of this series and the rich character development were the highlights of this narrative. Readers get varying perspectives, especially between Rhys and Jude, two characters who find themselves on epic yet personal journeys and unknowingly share a connection neither is aware of. The haunting monsters and villains of this world, as well as the powerful themes that rounded out this story, made the overall novel chilling yet engaging enough to keep readers hooked until the epic final chapter.
The Verdict
Author Fred Darkness’s “The Chronicles of the Chosen Undead: The Gifts of the Dark God” is a must-read dark fantasy story about power, destiny, and the balance between light and dark that the universe tends to have. The novel’s thrilling twists and turns, the poetic and profound themes that these characters embody, and the memorable action will keep readers eager for the next entry in this author’s epic new fantasy series. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!
Rating: 10/10
About the Author
Fred, an engineer by profession, found solace in writing after the heartbreak of losing the woman he loved. Despite his career in managing industrial plant construction projects, Fred’s passion for storytelling led him to write his first novel at eighteen. Over the years, he penned six more, all without publication. What started as a vague idea inspired by Dark Souls blossomed into a seven-volume saga, written in just two and a half years. Writing became Fred’s refuge, a way to escape his pain. Reluctantly sharing his story, Fred hopes readers will find the same solace and adventure in his books.
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