Legends of Scythia: The Secret Keepers

by Yulia Handy

For Arcadius and Terra, son and daughter of the local innkeeper, life in the coastal village of Bata in the land of Scythia is idyllic. Until Teomon, a barbarian warrior pirate and practitioner of black magic, invades the town with his murderous horde before the sun has a chance to rise.

But Arcadius and Terra escape and soon find themselves on an epic journey of danger, sacrifice, and self-discovery, for the birthmarks on their wrists signify them as the secret keepers of an all-powerful book of spells known as the Golden Book. Discovering the book in the mountains, they are soon tragically separated and nearly drown. Raised in different lands by different people, they each experience the meaning of jealousy, corruption, pain, and loss, but also learn of true friendship, forgiveness, and love. Their lives, however, are intertwined, and fate weaves with legend to bring them face-to-face with the ultimate evil: Teomon in possession of the ultimate power of the Golden Book. In a final battle for survival, many races of warriors must band together to save Scythia from complete destruction. A spellbinding fantasy full of action and suspense, Legends of Scythia: The Secret Keepers is an extraordinary adventure filled with hope, love, and the power we hold to change the world.

264 pages, Paperback

First published March 8, 2012

About the author

Yulia Handy was born in the former Soviet Union port city of Novorossiysk along the northern shores of the Black Sea. She earned a bachelor of methods of economics from Modern University. In 2005 she traveled for what was planned to be a six-month visit to Santa Barbara, California. After meeting her soon to be husband, however, she altered her plans and permanently settled in the United States. Yulia's nostalgia for her home town and the family and friends she left behind eventually took form in the fictional land of Scythia, named after an actual historic region that encompassed the eastern Black Sea coast where she grew up. Yulia currently lives with her husband and son in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Reviews

[Abigail Holweger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Legends Of Scythia


Never let your hopes down if you read this book. Its as a lot of AND I MEAN A LOT OF FIGHTING,ROMANCE, AND DRAMA. A pair of twins have a lot of stories. But don’t hear it from me listen to them when they go on this journey. In this story there's a lot of foreshadowing. So when you read this book there will be a lot of crying well for you.And when you're done you will be mad that it is done. Trust me I was like that.It has olt of secret to uncover.

I can’t wait till book 2. And I really hope it turns into a MOVIE. Just to say it would a very action movie!!! I will give it 5 stars.

[Julia Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the book. It was probably one of my favorite books ever! But at first it didn't seem like it would be a good book, and it is. My most favorite part of the book is when Xenia first laid eyes on Arcadius. Then later you can kinda tell that they are dating. And I also loved the part when Terra met the cute, fat, chubby dwarfs and the snake queen.


-Julia

[Brooke Burks · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the Legends of Scythia book there is 17 chapters.To me Legends of Scythia book is one of the best books that I ever read.It has lots of mysteries and adventures.My favorite part of the book was from the middle to the end because i think it had the most mysteries and adventure and i really like books like that.I really hope they make this into a movie because with all the action I think it will be the best movie ever.I cant wait till book 2.

[Temiloluwa Haastrup · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought the book was amazing! It was action packed and had a lot of twists and turns. At first, I wasn’t up to reading a book about legends. But when we started reading it, my mind was blown. I loved it. I would truly recommend this to people who love romance and action at the same time. I can’t wait to read the second book.

-Temi Haastrup

[Austin Riney · Rating 5 out of 5]

" A Riveting Page Turner! " at least thats what I think the book is packed with action, romance ,and cliffhangers. It was easy to picture the characters and the description of the high adventure. I can absolutely picture this as either an action adventure movie or an animated feature.


Here is one word that describes the book
wow

[Jori Glessner · Rating 5 out of 5]

legends of Scythia review.

I give it a 5 star review!!! The book was so amazing! It was a real action adventure book. (to me.) It had so many surprises and wows! Things you would never even guess that would happen! If you love books that are funny at some points, surprises at others, and ooey gooey love moments, and more. then I suggest this book to you.

[Hannah Laumb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Its a very good book I loved everything about it, the drama it has an action like feel to it. All the characters are very creative. Its written with such detail and i would read it over and over and over till, I would know every single word by heart. I cant wait till the next book!

[Anika Grendell · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I had to give a rating it would be 15 stars but I have to settle for 5.Its awesome thrilling story with many twists and turns, with a wide range of characters. If I had to pick one word to describe it would be thrilling.

[Jack Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Legends of Scythia is a good book, I liked it. It makes you think. It will make you want to read the sequel. It combines action and fantasy in an awesome book that is a must read for historians and action seekers alike.

[Nicholas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think that it was full of action. It is awesome. Everyone should read it. It was a great book was thrilling it you would want to read it over and over again. I can’t wait read to the 2nd book. I cant wait for the movie.

[Sharon Hatloy · Rating 5 out of 5]

When young, Tera and Arcadius are separated. They than decided that the other is dead and live on their own. Will they reunite? Read to find out.
This book will make an excellent movie. 1-10 this book is an 11! Great job, Yulia Handy!!

[Lani · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this to see if it was suitable reading for my son and have to say that I found it rather enchanting! I enjoy the adventure of the two siblings Terra and Arcadius very much.

[Emmanuel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the book 6 out of 5 stars, thats how much I liked it, its had good descriptions and it was exciting.