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The Second Rising: The Chronicles of Arghost Volume I
Betrayal. Prophecy. Redemption.
Five thousand years ago, 'The Darkness' nearly enslaved the mystical world of Arghost. But it faltered, and the world has enjoyed tranquillity ever since. Until now.
An Elven huntress, haunted by the shadows of her past, finds herself reluctantly leading an unlikely band of heroes—a sagacious Magika and a revered Prince. Their destiny is guided by a prophecy whispered by the arcane they alone hold the key to banishing the resurging Darkness and the devouring Abyss it seeks to unleash.
Plunged into treacherous lands echoing with tales of dread beasts and insurmountable challenges, they must wrestle not only with the external dangers but also with their own tormented pasts. As they navigate their way through these trials, the question
Can they fulfill the prophecy before time runs out, or will their losses consume them?
The fate of Arghost hangs in the balance.
Will they emerge as the saviors that Arghost needs, or will they succumb to the burgeoning Darkness within?
The Second Rising is the first book in The Chronicles of Arghost series, a captivating and exciting epic fantasy.
Five thousand years ago, 'The Darkness' nearly enslaved the mystical world of Arghost. But it faltered, and the world has enjoyed tranquillity ever since. Until now.
An Elven huntress, haunted by the shadows of her past, finds herself reluctantly leading an unlikely band of heroes—a sagacious Magika and a revered Prince. Their destiny is guided by a prophecy whispered by the arcane they alone hold the key to banishing the resurging Darkness and the devouring Abyss it seeks to unleash.
Plunged into treacherous lands echoing with tales of dread beasts and insurmountable challenges, they must wrestle not only with the external dangers but also with their own tormented pasts. As they navigate their way through these trials, the question
Can they fulfill the prophecy before time runs out, or will their losses consume them?
The fate of Arghost hangs in the balance.
Will they emerge as the saviors that Arghost needs, or will they succumb to the burgeoning Darkness within?
The Second Rising is the first book in The Chronicles of Arghost series, a captivating and exciting epic fantasy.
346 pages, Paperback
Published June 26, 2023
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About the author
Derren Parsons
6 books5 followersDerren Parsons is an Australian fantasy author and the creator of The Chronicles of Arghost, a dark and expansive series known for its rich world-building, political intrigue, and character-driven storytelling.
His work explores themes of power, survival, and moral ambiguity, bringing to life complex characters navigating dangerous and ever-shifting worlds. With a focus on immersive lore and long-form narrative, his stories are designed to draw readers deep into the unfolding history of Arghost.
Based in Western Australia, Derren writes with a passion for storytelling that blends classic fantasy elements with darker, more grounded perspectives.
When not writing, he continues to expand the world of Arghost while balancing family life and a lifelong love of storytelling.
Website: derrenparsonsauthor.com
His work explores themes of power, survival, and moral ambiguity, bringing to life complex characters navigating dangerous and ever-shifting worlds. With a focus on immersive lore and long-form narrative, his stories are designed to draw readers deep into the unfolding history of Arghost.
Based in Western Australia, Derren writes with a passion for storytelling that blends classic fantasy elements with darker, more grounded perspectives.
When not writing, he continues to expand the world of Arghost while balancing family life and a lifelong love of storytelling.
Website: derrenparsonsauthor.com
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May 24, 2023
Wow, what a story! The book throws us into a dark world full of scary monsters, but with a spark of hope.
The heroes, Niama, Rohan, and Keesahn, are amazing and real. They have to be brave and smart to fulfill a special prophecy, and their journey is very exciting!
I loved how the book describes this new world and its strange magic. The battles are thrilling, and the plans the heroes make are very smart.
The characters are the best part. They are not perfect, but they are heroes with big hearts. Their friendship is strong and they stick together till the end.
If you like stories of magic, monsters, and brave heroes, you'll love this book. It's full of action, mystery, and great characters. A must-read for all fantasy fans!
The heroes, Niama, Rohan, and Keesahn, are amazing and real. They have to be brave and smart to fulfill a special prophecy, and their journey is very exciting!
I loved how the book describes this new world and its strange magic. The battles are thrilling, and the plans the heroes make are very smart.
The characters are the best part. They are not perfect, but they are heroes with big hearts. Their friendship is strong and they stick together till the end.
If you like stories of magic, monsters, and brave heroes, you'll love this book. It's full of action, mystery, and great characters. A must-read for all fantasy fans!
February 2, 2024
Couldn't finish this book. It has all the same flaws as the other two of his I read. It's laden with poor characters, cheesy/ simplistic writing, lack of action, lack of lore and overall poor plot. It's full of inconsistencies in plot and characters. I made it to chapter nine but I really can't go on, I am not enjoying it at all.
May 28, 2023
This book is a fun ride with strong characters. It's filled with lots of exciting action and adventure. The story pulls you in, making you feel like you're part of the big quest. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book!
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