This is a good little fantasy romp that reminded me of Raymond E. Feist's "Riftwar Saga" with a dash of Jon Sprunk's "Shadow's Lure." I liked the early scenes involving a young magician named Luxon with powers beyond his control. This character might be called something of a bumbler, but there is a nobility and sincerity to him that makes him instantly appealing (he reminded me of Pug from "Riftwar").
In addition to magicians there are also knights in this fantasy world. We first meet Kaiden when he is chained to a wall in a dungeon, but soon enough he's out and about brandishing his sword and pursuing his "knightly duties." It's rare to have a fantasy novel feature a kind of Arthurian knight these days, so Kaiden was a refreshing character.
Overall the writing is very solid in this book. I got a strong sense of the joy of creation from the author, which sometimes leads to problems being solved on the fly. For example when Kaiden is released from prison, he reveals that he had stashed his weapons and gold in anticipation of capture. This is plausible enough, although it did kind of stand out to me as maybe a little too easy. Then again, that moment didn't disrupt the flow of the novel for me, so I don't consider it an issue. The point is that Matthew Olney has his eye on a story he wants to tell, and he attacks it without deviation.
This book is a rich texture of old school fantasy storytelling with some modern mythos. A good find!
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The Sundered Crown Saga
The Kingdom of Delfinnia is plunged into darkness after its royal family is assassinated. When Luxon emerges as the first wizard in a century, he’ll have to join a band of noble allies and fulfill his destiny as the prophesied hero. Perfect for fans of Raymond E. Feist!
The royal family of Delfinnia is assassinated, sparking a conflict that engulfs the realm – the War of the Six Claimants. Amongst the chaos, dark things are stirring: in the mountainous lands of Eclin, the ancient N'gist cult rises, setting its evil plans in motion. A diverse group of heroes oppose them: Luxon Edioz, the first wizard seen in an age; Ferran of Blackmoor, a legendary monster-killer; Sophia Cunning, a retired witch-hunter; and Kaiden, a noble knight of the Order of Niveren. The Sundered Crown Saga is a tale of magic, monsters and epic battles.
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Heir to the Sundered CrownA realm torn asunder by civil war will give rise to a hero.The Kingdom of Delfinnia is in chaos. After Assassins kill the king and his family, the barons now battle one another for the crown. Unknown to them, one heir yet lives. As the civil war worsens, dark things begin to stir in the vast Eclin mountains. Horrors long thought destroyed have returned and led by an ancient evil begin to march upon the war-torn kingdom. Meanwhile, in the mage city of Caldaria and as all hope seems lost, a young man named Luxon will discover his powers. The first wizard for a century, he is the man who will one day be known as the Legendary and the hero will give the realm its greatest king. Sent on a quest to find the hidden heir, Luxon teams up with the legendary monster slayer, Ferran of BlackMoor, the deadly yet beautiful Witch Hunter Sophia Cunning and the noble Knight of Niveren, Kaiden of the Marble shore. |
War for the Sundered CrownFive years have passed since the Battle of Eclin, but peace in the Kingdom of Delfinnia remains elusive. Fell Beasts terrorise the countryside, dragons attack the Westerlands and, worst of all, strange ships have been sighted off the coast. Luxon Edioz still searching for his mother embarks on a journey to Stormglade, a city at the edge of the Great Plains. It is a land full of monsters and deadly tribal warriors. There he will learn that Danon, the enemy of mankind, has not been idle since his defeat at Eclin. The dark one has amassed a vast army. Its sole purpose; to destroy the kingdom and plunge the world into a never-ending darkness. |
Quest for the Sundered CrownDanon's army sweeps across the Kingdom of Delfinnia and Luxon, the only one capable of stopping the annihilation of the realm embarks on a desperate quest to cure himself of the deadly Void Sickness that threatens his life. To find the cure, Luxon must travel through the Magic Gates and find the Waters of Magic, but in doing so, he will be sent to new worlds and even through time. There he will uncover the shocking truth about Danon and another he calls friend and mentor. Elsewhere dragons ravage the eastern lands spurring Kaiden to reform the Knights of Niveren and in the south, the King's Legion, led by the usurper Ricard makes a desperate stand against Danon's hordes. As the world turns ever darker, one hope remains. The legendary sacred sword Asphodel remains hidden. The Quest is on to claim the blade and perhaps push back the evil threatening creation itself. |
Voyage for the Sundered CrownThe Kingdom of Delfinnia has fallen, but hope remains. Sent on a daring voyage to seek out allies from across the sea the wizard, Luxon Edioz and his companions rediscover the continent of Tulin. A land that is full of dangers, magic, and adventure. There they will find new allies, new wonders, and new enemies. As Danon's conquest draws closer to completion, Luxon must use all of his wits and powers to unite the peoples of Tulin and convince them to help him save his homeland. It will be a voyage that will test him to his limits and one that will decide the fate of all. |
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Heroes of the Sundered CrownThe fight for freedom continues. The Coalition sets sail to wage war on the Dark Lord Danon and liberate the Kingdom of Delfinnia. Meanwhile, the wizard Luxon Edioz travels to the land of Sarpia, the homeland of Danon's most loyal servants. There he will try to free them from an ancient curse and deliver a powerful blow against the darkness. As the war rages a new foe is revealed, one more terrible than any the Heroes of the Sundered Crown have ever faced before. One that seeks to destroy not just the light, but the darkness too. |
Danon: A Sundered Crown Tale'The darkest recesses of the world whisper a name. A name which brings dread and woe. Enemy of man and bane of light is he; the betrayer, the destroyer of hope and life. His servants worship his wickedness as we worship Niveren's glory, for they believe that he will return and make all bow to his will.' - Teachings of the Niveren cult. As with all things, the truth is not so clear cut. Nothing begins evil and in Danon's case that is true. This is the story of Niveren and his brother Danon, of how they were made by the gods and how they ended up shaping our world, for both good and ill... |
The Crimson Blade: A Sundered Crown TaleMurderers, Assassins. The Crimson Blades strike fear into the hearts of all who cross their path. When Valyn a low born merchant sees his wife and child murdered by the Knights of Niveren for wielding magic, he embarks on a quest for revenge that will cut a bloody swathe through the Kingdom of Delfinnia. As he embarks on his deadly quest of vengeance, he will be embroiled in the realms criminal underworld and encounter an ancient evil that promises him the power he seeks to enact his bloody retribution. With the Crimson Blade in hand, Valyn will become unstoppable but in exchange, he must sacrifice everything, including his soul. |
The Nightblade: A Sundered Crown TaleWhen darkness rises, the Nightblade is never far behind. It came from the forest. A creature not seen in the peaceful lands of Mid-lake for millennia. A Fell Beast. A farmer disappears and strange sounds are heard in the nearby forest prompting Alther, an old man with a mysterious past to investigate. Meanwhile, on the BlackMoor, the Nightblade Ferran stumbles upon a mystery of his own, one that reveals a sinister plot that could threaten the entire Kingdom of Delfinnia. The Nightblade is a tale of adventure, mystery and magic that casts light on the events leading up to the Sundered Crown Saga. |
The Kingdom of Delfinnia
The Kingdom of Delfinnia
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Gingerella
Exciting and Gripping Read! Buy It!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2015Scott H
Though I found this book a good read I lost interest quickly in the second
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 5, 2016