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2006-09-28 15:26:43 · 9 answers · asked by jkm 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy series that you might like. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you are a fan of Conan, LOTR or Harry Potter books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Jon F. Baxley (Author, Editor, Ghostwriter and Proofreader)
THE SCYTHIAN STONE (eBook only)
THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY (eBook and hard cover)
THE REGENTS OF RHUM (coming fall '07)
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
STARRED Review. A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Library Journal
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Fantasybookspot.com Review by Tyler, Febuary 2006
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
My author blog: http://the-blackgloom-bounty.blogspot.com/
Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144516
For a FREE 4 chapter eBook demo of Blackgloom, email:
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2006-09-28 23:45:57 · answer #1 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try classics like
Beowulf,
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain,
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas,
Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll,
or Lord of the Flies by William Golding!
Plenty of action and good characterization can be found in all of these. Depending on the reading level you're looking for, I'm sure you can find some great adventure book lists on the Internet.
Happy reading!
2006-09-28 22:41:59 · answer #2 · answered by mtnlady 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First try books by Matthew Reilly, he is one of the best adventure/thriller writers around. Next try Jack duBrul. After that try either James Rollins or the Pendergast series by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child and some of the solo books by Douglas Preston like the Codex are great reads also. Happy Reading!
2006-09-29 12:49:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Golden Compass trilogy by Phillip Pullman.A lengthy bunch of books but a real adventure with a lot of fascinating concepts of parallel time planes.
The Giver..a short but fast moving book with an interesting ending. Can't remember the authors name
2006-09-28 22:43:23 · answer #4 · answered by nan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything by Diana Gabaldon!!!
She's written a collection of sequential books which follows an unlikely couple, and their family through time - literally. The adventure begins around the time of the Jacobian uprising in Scotland in the 16th century, and runs through their settling in the early American Colonies.
Amazing adventure story. Intelligent, very well written, and thoroughly researched, historically. Tremendous love story. Swashbuckling, swordfights, revolution, tests of honor, time travel, ... need I go on.
I love the series, and so does my husband. Definitely of interest to both genders.
One final note: each book is satisfying in and of itself. However, I strongly suggest beginning with the first of her novels, "Outlander".
Enjoy!
2006-09-28 22:36:30 · answer #5 · answered by gemlover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ivanhoe. It is novel by Sir Walter Scott. The gallant exploits of a disinherited knight and flourishing romance between him and the Jewess, Rebecca can be suitable for a summary. Their love can never transpire, due to their differing religions and Ivanhoe's commitment to Rowena. Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe is out of action for a while, due to serious injuries in the tournament(early chapters), but soon finds himself again within the midst of embroilment. Namely against his greatest enemy, Sir Brian de Bois-Guilbert, a Templar knight.
2006-09-28 22:58:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Treasure Island?
2006-09-29 07:35:50 · answer #7 · answered by Sonu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
'Into Thin Air' by Jonathan Krakauer, a true story about an ill-fated climbing expedition up Mount Everest
2006-09-28 22:40:07 · answer #8 · answered by spanner 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
BOOKS BY ALISTER MacLINE
many series of him
AND ALCO JEFERY ARCHER
2006-09-29 03:50:09 · answer #9 · answered by radha_sant 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋