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Shadow in Ar'Sanciond (Relics of Ar'Zac) Kindle Edition

by Sarina Langer (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 14 ratings
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"If you are a Brandon Sanderson fan, then Langer is a writer of high fantasy who you should enjoy with layers of world building and indepth backstory." (ARC review)

In the beginning, everyone died.

Sanciond is the magic capital of the North and home of the sorcerers watching over the country of Ar’Sanciond. With a library covering every subject imaginable, only one line of research is forbidden:

The study of the Mists, cradle of all evil where no light can dwell.

Sorcerer Eldon is granted permission to lead pioneering research into the Mists, but what he finds there—and what he unleashes—threatens the very fabric of Ar’Sanciond.

Seer Mavis, Sorcerer Vail, and Head Sorcerer Felan are the only ones who notice their friend’s changed energy. Only quick covert action can save Sanciond...

But not all plans are meant to succeed, and not every story has a happy ending.


Shadow in Ar’Sanciond is the prequel novella to the Relics of Ar’Zac trilogy but can also be read on its own.

Read the main trilogy in order:

RISE OF THE SPARROWS (#1)
WARDENS OF ARCHOS (#2)
BLOOD OF THE DRAGON (#3)
SHADOW IN AR'SANCIOND (can be read at any point)
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    December 9, 2019
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"As in the full length books, it's the writer's world building that shines, as she carefully weaves the magic which have made this series a firm favourite with fantasy fans."

"If you like fantasy, magic, and high tensions, give this one a read--it'll make you even more excited for her other three novels of the series."

"If you are a Brandon Sanderson fan, then Langer is a writer of high fantasy who you should enjoy with layers of world building and indepth backstory."

"It's a great book, filled with thrill, romance, fantasy, the perfect combination in my opinion."

"I found the magic system, the seers, their visions and prophecies, the Mists and the Mist Women fascinating. The Mothers, in particular, were terrifying. The dissonance between the name and the creature worked fantastically well."

"It is a short, emotional, action-packed read."

"The story was action packed and had plenty of suspense, intrigue and emotion. I'd highly recommend this short but fast paced read!!"

About the Author

Sarina Langer has written short stories since she was seven and worked in a library for a few years after university. She's currently working on four series. The Relics of Ar'Zac trilogy is her debut series and features a homeless orphan with visions of death, who's destined to save the world from the Dark One and lead the gifted--people with magic--out of oppression.The Darkened Light duology features four misfits and what happens when one power-hungry mortal opposes the goddess of the dead. The Blood Wisp novella trilogy takes place in the same world as the Relics of Ar'Zac series and features that world's first vampire. Sarina's youngest WIP, the Dreamer trilogy, is her first adventure into urban fantasy and features a girl who walks her dreams at will, a mysterious door, and a sarcastic feline spirit guide. Sarina lives in Southampton, UK, with her other half and her cat familiar.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B081Q8BJ7L
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 9, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2413 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 145 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 14 ratings

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Sarina Langer

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Sarina Langer is a dark fantasy author of both epic and urban paranormal novels.

She’s as obsessed with books and stationery now as she was as a child, when she drowned her box of colour pencils in water so they wouldn’t die and scribbled her first stories on corridor walls.

(‘A first sign of things to come’, according to her mother. ‘Normal toddler behaviour’, according to Sarina.)

In her free time she usually reads one audiobook, one ebook, and one paperback (one for every occasion), plays video games, and obsesses over mythology.

She has a weakness for books on writing and pretty words. (Specificity, anyone? Or perhaps nebulous?)

Sarina lives with her partner in the south of England.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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14 global ratings

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Marjorie
5.0 out of 5 stars A beginning that is an end, or ending at the begining
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2019
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This works equally well as a prequel or an epilogue. It sets the stage for the Relics of Arzac trilogy, but it also answers questions you might have after reading the series. It is a short, emotional, action-packed read. There are a few scenes that will have far more of an impact after reading the series. In some ways it will read as a completely different story.

Langer manages to pack an amazing amount of world building and characterization into a relatively short book. Strong addition to the series.
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Erin
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an amazing world
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2020
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Excellent prequel! When I read this series I just get the same feeling that I do when I play a good fantasy rpg: that there is this huge amazing world and lore I just want to get lost in. Even though it is a novella and short I felt connected to the characters.
So glad there is a prequel! Now I need to reread the trilogy
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Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2019
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Truly loved it. It was great to see what happened years before Rachael that put everything that happened to her in motion. It can be read before or after the series.
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richard joesten
5.0 out of 5 stars Shadow in Ar'Sanciond
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2019
A fantastic read that pulled me in from the first page to the last. The scenes are written so well that I can picture them in my minds eye. This is a real page turner with twists and turns that keeps you enthralled with this read. I definitely recommend this captivating read. Its a must read.
Shauna Joesten
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MARIE F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent short prequel/epilogue! Highly recommend!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2019
I loved this short but action packed prequel/epilogue. It was well written and the characters and story were both well developed. I loved the different character personalities. The story was action packed and had plenty of suspense, intrigue and emotion. I’d highly recommend this short but fast paced read!!

I received an arc for a voluntary review.
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Erin McDonough
5.0 out of 5 stars Good prequel.
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2019
This book does a great job setting up the series. I really enjoyed how this book can be read before and even after reading the series with how well it ties in. All the characters from Mavis, Vail, and Felan are all well written.
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Anna O
5.0 out of 5 stars Not every story has a happy ending
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2019
I loved this book. It is a standalone but better read as an epilogue even though the events take place centuries before the Relics of Arzac Trilogy. Relatable characters, great world building, well plotted and an inevitable heart wrenching finale. We come to understand why the sorcerers of Sanciond made those choices and their sacrifice.
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Dorn W. Stickle
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Prequel or epilogue.
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2019
This book does a good job of setting up the series.It was really great to see what happened to Rachael before the rest of the series. This can be read as a prequel or an epilogue.
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Jacqueline Chambo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Prequel
Reviewed in Canada on December 17, 2019
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Thoroughly enjoyable, quick read. This prequel help clear up a few questions that lingered after reading the other books in the series. It’s darkness weaves through the storyline, entrapping you in the Ar’Sanciond world of fantasy. Definitely drew me back to rereading the rest of the series.
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Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars A great prequel novella
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 9, 2019
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This prequel answers a lot of questions from the relics of ar’zac trilogy. Giving the much needed insight into what happened in Sancion’d and the sacrifices made to safeguard the future!
A great book in a great series. Give it a try you won’t be sorry.
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