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Loading... Crown Prince: Book One of New Blood (New Blood Saga 1)by W.D. Kilpack, III
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"Crown Prince is one of the most brilliant fantasy novels that I have ever had the pleasure of reading and a book I am now obsessed with! ... Crown Prince is an incredible, thrilling and memorable story that will take its readers on a journey like no other ... The story of Crown Prince captivated me from the first page thanks to the book's sharp literature and strong opening ... W.D. Kilpack III is not only a phenomenal writer for his flawless ability to capture his reader's attention, but he is also a great writer for his descriptive powers and characterization of characters which will hook his readers! ... Crown Prince is a sensational, thrilling and addictive story that will thrill you as well as entertain you and so I have no choice but to award this stellar read five stars." -- RedHeadedBookLover.com * * * "Crown Prince stands out with amazing descriptions, complex characters, and intriguing supernatural elements ... book one in the New Blood series, the storyline is incredibly promising ... the author has a flair for setting the scene and creating memorable characters ... I absolutely loved the descriptive prowess of this author, the thing I enjoyed most about the book ... W. D. Kilpack III genuinely takes the time to help us immerse in the fantasy world, no matter if he describes a battle scene, a peaceful moment, or a mythological creature like a Hamadryad or a Manticore, he always manages to conjure the best images in our minds ... the author does a great job of incorporating the supernatural elements in a general atmosphere of myth and legend ... there was nothing I disliked about this novel ... I am rating Crown Prince by W.D. Kilpack III 4 out of 4 stars ... fans of sword and sorcery fantasy will definitely find this novel a delightful read ... the series has the potential to acquire epic dimensions ... I am looking forward to reading the sequel, Order of Light." -- OnlineBookClub.org * * * Natharr is Guardian of Maarihk, one of a long line of protectors dating back to the Firstborn Age, before the Aa Conquest. Natharr's is an ancient role, rooted in his Firstblood, giving him Sight to see what is yet to be. He adheres to his sacred duties even in the centuries since the Firstborn were forced to the brink of extinction by the Aa. Natharr still stands guard over all men, Aa or Firstborn, Seeing what will come to pass, determining what can be avoided and what cannot. He spends decades planning, even for saving the life of the newborn Crown Prince, so he may one day reclaim the throne in the land where Mankind was created when the Olde Gods still walked. No library descriptions found. |
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The novel has everything you want in a fantasy: intertwining sword scenes, the battles of a war, kings, queens, knights, magic, fairies, love, sex, great beasts, and unthinkable dangers that the main protagonist, Natharr, Guardian of Maarihk, has to endure.
In the story, the baby heir of the overthrown king is taken by Natharr and the baby’s wet nurse, Darshelle, into a magical forest to save him from a certain death and to prepare the child for his rightful position as ruler.
Mr. Kilpack puts you there in the middle of the child’s life path as Vikari, crown prince of Maarihk, starts to grow and learn. So does Natharr for he begins to love the child as his own.
Then you add Mr. Kilpack's ability to crystally describe a scene, which made me feel like I was there taking part in a meal or a sword fight, which made the novel even more pleasing.
Crown Prince is part a series, the New Blood Saga, and although some chapters were lengthy, once I grasped the author's perspective, it flowed smoothly and I can add that any fan of fantasy will rejoice knowing that this is just the first book in a captivating series.
If you have never read a fantasy novel (like me), this one will get you hooked into the genre. (