K.R. Schultz
The Aarda Epic Fantasy Series
Prelude
ISBN 10: 1466303584 ISBN 13: 9781466303584
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Can a reluctant prophet, an older woman, and a teenage runaway save a world from destruction?
The Thousand Years War between the Abrhaani and the Eniila has ended, but an insidious danger looms over Aarda—the Nethera. These demons lurk behind the scenes, manipulating events until they are ready to strike and enslave the Abrhaani and Eniila species, and only one man sees the danger.
Rehaak, an Abrhaani scholar plagued by prophetic visions of his people’s destruction, is cast out by his kind for questioning their beliefs. He withdraws from society and abandons his responsibility to warn his fellow Abrhaani. Rehaak becomes a healer in a distant, obscure corner of Khel Braah until he crosses paths with Isil, an older Abrhaani woman.
Isil, scarred by ritual abuse and filled with shame after losing her child, knows of a book that can aid Rehaak’s mission. But he must leave the safety of his forest refuge if he wants to find it and restore his fortunes.
Rehaak resists following his calling until he rescues Laakea, a teenage Eniila warrior fleeing a shameful past. Once they meet, the three outcasts form a bond and find healing from their relationship. Rehaak has friends who believe in him and support his mission. Laakea has people who accept him as he is, and Isil has an adopted son to replace the one she lost. Together, they must defeat corrupt leaders and deadly assassins to stop the Nethera. Failure means the enslavement of their species and the destruction of life on their planet
About the series:
Schultz has built a culturally diverse world full of adventure, magic, and political intrigue in his series, The Songs of Aarda. Complex stories of friendship and heroism are woven throughout overarching plots and detailed subplots with the background of a world so real that you will feel as if you’re watching a movie.
Christie Stratos, author of the Dark Victoriana Collecion
Overture
ISBN-10: 1040717894 ISBN-13: 9781040717894
With demon-worshipping assassins bearing down on him, the heretic Rehaak stands at a crossroads. He must decide whether to continue his desperate search alone or risk the lives of his two closest friends by including them in the search for the ancient book that could save his world.
Laakea, a young warrior, has crafted weapons capable of destroying the demons that threaten their world, but he lies in a coma, unable to wield the weapons he has made. Isil, the healer, sings her ethereal prayer-songs, praying to restore Laakea to health and spare her adopted son from death’s cold embrace.
In far-off Abalon, two brave Sokai youngsters have had visions of the trio’s plight and can offer aid if the Sokai Synod Council allows it. Unfortunately, the council rejects their prophecies and forbids any involvement. All hope appears lost until Eideron, an aged man, the victim of a power play within the synod, comes forward, offering to unlock the youths' hidden power and lead them through the treacherous wasteland to freedom. Now it is up to them to rescue Rehaak and his friends or die trying.
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About Overture:
The second book in The Songs of Aarda introduces even more new and interesting characters as well as exciting landscapes and suspenseful plots. Schultz continues his vivid worldbuilding in a crescendo of action and intrigue that will leave you breathless for the next novel in the series.
Christie Stratos, author of the Dark Victoriana Collection
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Nocturne
ISBN-10: 8718989342 ISBN-13: 979-8718989342
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Rehaak, the Heretic, has embraced his role as a Prophet. He was exiled for predicting an invasion by the feared mythical Nethera, and now he cannot escape the darkness that follows him. Despite being tortured by the Nethera’s ruthless followers, his suffering has only strengthened his determination to prevent others from facing a worse fate.
Support has rallied around Rehaak, with Isil, Laakea, and the people of New Hope and Dun Dale standing by his side. Even the inscrutable Aethera have stood with Rehaak against their ancient enemies, the Nethera, but their support is unreliable.
Three young Sokai, Aibhera, Kyonna, and Simea, have brought knowledge of long-forgotten abilities from the Sokai refuge in Abalon. Together, the six outcasts now understand S’ek’zekaar's plan to annihilate all the followers of The Old Way, paving the way for the Nethera to rule Aarda unopposed. The pivotal question is whether people will stand with Rehaak or mindlessly follow false gods and inevitable destruction. With Odium's power growing daily, Aarda's future hangs in the balance.
Laakea, though inexperienced, leads the resistance while Rehaak recovers. As Rehaak’s comrades and the Sokai youngsters resist the Nethera’s fanatics in the Southland, dark forces gather strength elsewhere. The Evil Ones are amassing power on the Island of Khel Braah and gaining followers in Baradon, the Eniila homeland. A new strategy involving Laakea’s father, Aelfric, has given the Evil Ones an advantage. Despite the added support, Rehaak and his friends are severely outnumbered. The quest may require a perilous journey to Narragan and then across the ocean to Baradon, where a civil war looms, and the bloodthirsty Eniila don’t tolerate strangers in their homeland.
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About Nocturne:
The third book in The Songs of Aarda introduces even more new and interesting characters as well as exciting landscapes and suspenseful plots. Schultz continues his vivid worldbuilding in a crescendo of action and intrigue that will leave you breathless for the next novel in the series.
Christie Stratos, Editor, and author of the Dark Victoriana Collection
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Rondo
ISBN-10: 8722977663 ISBN-13: 979 8722977663
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With a single victory against the demonic Nethera on Khel Braah, Laakea and Rehaak have won a brief reprieve. But the war is far from over. Odium's assassins still hunt them, so any misstep can prove fatal. Abalon, the Sokai refuge, lies in a smoking ruin, a harbinger of what may come if they fail in their quest to unite the species against the demons. Eniila war drums beating across the sea in Baradon have grown louder, and their ominous tones herald the coming of an all-out war that will set their world aflame. The future of Aarda's three species hangs in the balance, and only they can ensure survival.
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About Rondo:
Rondo is a captivating and exciting read, written by a master storyteller. With its unique blend of action and suspense, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat. Featuring exciting plot twists and an unforgettable cast of characters, this book will have you enthralled from the first page to the last. If you're looking for a thrilling read, then the Rondo is the perfect choice. Get ready to be captivated by this incredible story.
Christie Stratos, Editor, and author of the Dark Victoriana Collection​​
Adventure/Thriller
Never Coming Home
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When a holiday becomes a nightmare some people are never coming home.
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