Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour & Giveaway for Quest of Fire: Succession & The Gathering Dark by Brett Armstrong, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
ABOUT THE BOOKS
Title: Succession
Series: Quest of Fire #0.5
Author: Brett Armstrong
Publisher: Expanse Books
Release Date: November 10, 2020
Genre: Christian Epic Fantasy
Son of the Northern Realm’s Defender, raised among the dwarfs of Ordumair, Meredoch was anticipated to succeed his father. Some whispered he would bring the longed-for peace between Ordumair and their ancient foe, Ecthelowall. All of that changes when Ordumair’s Thane is killed and Meredoch and his family are exiled. From prestige to poverty, the young boy must chart a new course.
As the years pass and the idol that was his father’s legacy tarnishes, his past threatens to resurface. An artifact of immeasurable worth to Ordumair is found and if recovered by the cruel Elder Ulster it means disaster for those Meredoch cares about. Battling creatures he believed only myths and racing Ulster’s minions to the prize, Meredoch must face the truth of his place in the world and claim his right of succession.
My Thoughts
I honestly did not know what to expect from this story. I will admit that it took me a few pages to get into it but once I did I could not stop reading. Succession is actually the second book by Brett Armstrong but truly it is the prequel for the rest of the series. In this story we meet a young Meredoch who from the start it looks as his life is all sorted out and put together but circumstances in the realm lead his family to be exiled.
I felt bad for poor Meredoch having to grow up too fast but at the same time I absolutely loved how his faith in the High King, which I believe is the imagery for God, is unshakable. In times of need the High King is whom he calls on. I loved that because that is exactly what we as Christians should do. Believe with unwavering faith.
I highly recommend this for middle school and up especially if you are fan of Christian fantasy. It is a quick read and you will definitely be immersed in it once you start! You will not be disappointed.
My Rating: 4 Stars/Really Liked it
( I received this book trough Just Read. I was not required to post a positive review. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.)
Check out the next part of the adventure...
Title: The Gathering Dark
Series: Quest of Fire #1
Author: Brett Armstrong
Publisher: Expanse Books
Release Date: June 24, 2020
Genre: Christian Epic Fantasy
Jason is an expert at running from his past. But when it catches up, he finds himself hiding in a peculiar inn listening to a tale from centuries past.
The story is Anargen’s, a teen who is pulled from all he loves to follow his oaths of loyalty to the fabled King of the Realms. Together with his mentor, Cinaed, he rides north on a special quest to mediate peace talks between ancient foes—the men of Ecthelowall and the dwarfs of Ordumair. Nothing goes as planned. Many on both sides of the dispute despise Anargen’s Order. Worse, an arcane evil has returned to the North. This “Grey Scourge” seeks to ruin the peace talks and ensure a lost treasure held by the dwarfs is never found by those for whom it is meant.
As Anargen’s story unfolds, Jason begins to wonder whether it is truly just a fable. He soon finds himself drawn into the conflict Anargen faced. A battle which has shaped and can destroy his world.
TOUR GIVEAWAY
(1) winner will receive a story inspired prize package including:
• One copy of The Gathering Dark and Succession (Winner’s choice print or e-book)
Custom signed bookplates for each if print chosen
• One copy of Wardrobes, Wizards, and Halflings: A Faith in Fiction Devotional (Winner’s choice print or e-book)
• Two pieces of book swag (winner’s choice from bookswag pics)
• Flash Drive with Digital print of previously unreleased The Gathering Dark artwork, MP4 of Quest of Fire’s theme music “Lament for Father” and Digital poster “The Making of Wirgerd” describing the visual and story development of Succession’s monstrous villain!
Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway will begin at midnight October 26, 2020 and last through 11:59 PM EST on November 2, 2020. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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