The Sword and the Dragon by M. R. Mathias
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When the Royal Wizard of Westland poisons the king so that his puppet prince can take the throne and start a continental war, a young squire is forced to run for his life carrying the powerful sword that his dying monarch burdened him with from the death bed.
Two brothers find a magic ring and start on paths to becoming the most powerful sort of enemies, while an evil young sorceress unwillingly falls in love with one of them when he agrees to help her steal a dragon's egg for her father. Her father just happens to be the Royal Wizard, and despite his daughter's feelings, he would love nothing more than to sacrifice the boy!
All of these characters, along with the Wolf King of Wildermont, the Lion Lord of Westland, and a magical hawk named Talon, are on a collision course toward Willa the Witch Queen's palace in the distant kingdom of Highwander. There the very bedrock is formed of the powerful magical substance called Wardstone.
Who are the heroes? And will they get there before the Royal Wizard and his evil hordes do?
Whatever happens, the journey will be spectacular, and the confrontation will be cataclysmic.Review's
Overall The Sword and the Dragon (A+) is an impressive debut - a traditional fantasy that manages to be fresh. It succeeds in offering a complete reading experience. See the full review here: fantasybookcritic.blogspot.com
--Fantasy Book Critic
Fans of Tolkien and CS Lewis will find much to enjoy to enjoy in M.R. Mathias' debut fantasy novel. This is a big book, with a steady flow throughout. Read this book. Take up your sword and get ready for a hugely enjoyable adventure.
--Book Smart UK
I bought and read this wonderful story. It has so much action and interaction in it, and it never lost my interest. This story will go far and I am really looking forward to the next book in the trilogy. Sep. 04, 2010
--T. Ellis Smashwords Review
I was captivated with this book from the first page. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to support a new author and who likes fantasy novels with lots of graphic action. Full review at: books-treasureortrash.com/
--Books-Treasure or TrashIt is available on amazon.com in paperback
And in Kindle version
A Note from Will: Get the free Kindle version for your PC Amazon has a Kindle version for your PC. Yup, you can get the kindle software totally free and read kindle books on your computer. It is a great way to see if you might like it. Here is the webpage where you can download it. Free Kindle Reading Apps
Want to see the map? Map of the Mainland Kingdoms
Want a sneak peek read? Mr. Mathias has a prequel novella The First Dragoneer. You can read it free on wattpad.com here.
Be sure to check out the authors newest release:The Royal Dragoneers
The action is fast and furious, and the novel has the author's trademark twists on the traditional storyline and keeps one guessing where it will go. It is a fun book that I heartily recommend . fantasybookcritic.blogspot.com
--Fantasy Book Critic
Cold Hearted Son of a Witch - The Dragoneers Saga II
Zahrellion, Rikky, and their dragons, embark on a quest to find the special mushrooms Mysterian needs to save Prince Richard from Gravelbone's poison.
Kings, Queens, Heroes & Fools - The Wardstone Trilogy Book Two
Join Hyden Hawk Skyler, and some great new friends, on an adventurous quest, over land and sea, to find the Silver Skull of Zorellin.
