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The Wardstone Trilogy #1-3
The Complete WardstoneTrilogy
I hope you like reading this omnibus version of The Wardstone Trilogy as much as I enjoyed bringing it to fruition. You may see some of these characters and places again, but Wardstone has always been intended to remain a trilogy. Without further adieu, please enjoy the HUGE free sample of book one.
Enjoy the journey, M.R. Mathias
Enjoy the journey, M.R. Mathias
- GenresFantasy
1800 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 15, 2013
264 people are currently reading
149 people want to read
About the author
M.R. Mathias
89 books397 followersM. R. Mathias is a member of the Authors Guild who cares for his wife, a Breast Cancer Warrior who has Parkinson's. After raising two boys into fine young men, they and two dogs split their time between a modest smalltown home, and an apartment built on a floating dock on Lake Ultura (aka Lake Texoma) which foots into an amazing State Park brimming with all sorts of wildlife. Like the wizards of old, he tends to the animals who share the area and inspire the creatures in his works. He likes to fish, write, play guitar, and he builds all sorts of things out of reclaimed wood. He sold over two million eBooks most of them before eBooks were cool. His work is critically acclaimed, and has earned multiple literary awards, including a coveted Locus Poll nomination.
**Featured in the March 2020, Publisher's Weekly article, "As Luck Would Have It"
"The Master of Epic Fantasy" - Kindle Nation Daily, Nov. 2017
Mathias has authored several fantasy series and compiled an admirable list of accolades along the way.
--Devious Arcana, (ongoing)
--The Wardstone Trilogy (3 Books)
-- Perpetual Fantastica Fantastica (4 Books)
--The Dragoneer Saga (6 Books)
--The Legend of Vanx Malic (10 Books)
--The Crimzon and Clover Short Story Series (8 Books)
--Master Zarvin's Adventures (3 Books)
--Dragon Racers (3 books)
If you are a Kindle Unlimited user, treat yourself to some of the best "hidden gem" fantasy ever written.
Find M. R. Mathias online: mrmathiasbooks .com
Here is what others are saying about M. R. Mathias:
"There are few writers in the genre of fantasy that can equal the creative mind of M.R. Mathias - now acknowledged as a master in this genre of dragons and dwarves, and magic, and spells, and all aspects of fantasy."-- Top 100, Hall of Fame, Vine Voice, Book Reviewer, Grady Harp
"M.R. Mathias imagines a setting that will entice readers and lead them, along with his characters, on a breathtaking adventure." -- Readers Favorite Book Awards review of M. R. Mathias's 2017 Award Winning novel "A Gossamer Lens" from The Legend of Vanx Malic series
"M.R. Mathias is a master at world building and is so good with creative descriptions that you can almost feel the wind whipping through your hair as you soar along on the back of a dragon." -- Readers Favorite Awards review of M. R. Mathias's 2015 "Gold Medal" Award Winning novel "Blood and Royalty" from The Dragoneer Saga"
"You've (Mathias) already achieved much, much more than so many people who like to think of themselves as writers." -- @Gollancz The Deputy Publishing Director of SF, Fantasy & Horror list of the Orion Publishing Group, 2013
**Featured in the March 2020, Publisher's Weekly article, "As Luck Would Have It"
"The Master of Epic Fantasy" - Kindle Nation Daily, Nov. 2017
Mathias has authored several fantasy series and compiled an admirable list of accolades along the way.
--Devious Arcana, (ongoing)
--The Wardstone Trilogy (3 Books)
-- Perpetual Fantastica Fantastica (4 Books)
--The Dragoneer Saga (6 Books)
--The Legend of Vanx Malic (10 Books)
--The Crimzon and Clover Short Story Series (8 Books)
--Master Zarvin's Adventures (3 Books)
--Dragon Racers (3 books)
If you are a Kindle Unlimited user, treat yourself to some of the best "hidden gem" fantasy ever written.
Find M. R. Mathias online: mrmathiasbooks .com
Here is what others are saying about M. R. Mathias:
"There are few writers in the genre of fantasy that can equal the creative mind of M.R. Mathias - now acknowledged as a master in this genre of dragons and dwarves, and magic, and spells, and all aspects of fantasy."-- Top 100, Hall of Fame, Vine Voice, Book Reviewer, Grady Harp
"M.R. Mathias imagines a setting that will entice readers and lead them, along with his characters, on a breathtaking adventure." -- Readers Favorite Book Awards review of M. R. Mathias's 2017 Award Winning novel "A Gossamer Lens" from The Legend of Vanx Malic series
"M.R. Mathias is a master at world building and is so good with creative descriptions that you can almost feel the wind whipping through your hair as you soar along on the back of a dragon." -- Readers Favorite Awards review of M. R. Mathias's 2015 "Gold Medal" Award Winning novel "Blood and Royalty" from The Dragoneer Saga"
"You've (Mathias) already achieved much, much more than so many people who like to think of themselves as writers." -- @Gollancz The Deputy Publishing Director of SF, Fantasy & Horror list of the Orion Publishing Group, 2013
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January 24, 2020
Captivating
On the edge of my seat the whole time. Exciting, adventurous, and generally positive during the entire read. Even when the situation seemed dire, a glimmer of hope was always there.
On the edge of my seat the whole time. Exciting, adventurous, and generally positive during the entire read. Even when the situation seemed dire, a glimmer of hope was always there.
November 4, 2013
One of the many books that is hard to put down. Character involvement has you bouncing for more. Grab this book and all that follows from M.R. Mathias, it won't disappoint. This has become one of my favorite trilogies and 'The Butcher's Boy' had me wanting more. I await for further books with excitement. As I inform friends read the first five chapters of 'The Blood of Coldfrost'. This action will start your motor to becoming a fan of M.R. Mathias.
October 21, 2019
I was hoping for a great trilogy, and after introducing Hyden and his family , and their way of life, the thrill was on! You will meet dwarves, elves, giants, kings, queens, princesses, monsters, and a super villain, so enjoy!!
I am going on to the next trilogy, and I know now that this author will not disappoint me. I am excited to begin!
I am going on to the next trilogy, and I know now that this author will not disappoint me. I am excited to begin!
January 12, 2018
You will watch helplessly
Youthful exuberance leading to heroic actions, elves, dwarfs, sprites, pixies, trolls, lizard men, wizards (good and evil), giants and magic artifacts. Yup this story set has about everything. Loads of fun reading.
Youthful exuberance leading to heroic actions, elves, dwarfs, sprites, pixies, trolls, lizard men, wizards (good and evil), giants and magic artifacts. Yup this story set has about everything. Loads of fun reading.
December 7, 2018
Oarly really?
That hurt. Come on, be nice. Shame on you. Great storyline and just a great series. Loved the characters and just everything. Want a lot more. Write faster please and always be nice.
That hurt. Come on, be nice. Shame on you. Great storyline and just a great series. Loved the characters and just everything. Want a lot more. Write faster please and always be nice.
October 1, 2019
Wonderful series
Who doesn't love an entire series in one book? Add to that make it a nice fat book. Then throw in a great story line with believable characters and new twists, cliff hangers and tear jerking scenes. The makings of a memorably awesome book.
Who doesn't love an entire series in one book? Add to that make it a nice fat book. Then throw in a great story line with believable characters and new twists, cliff hangers and tear jerking scenes. The makings of a memorably awesome book.
January 22, 2015
fantastic!
I can't stop reading!! The one time I tried to do so was when I was so sick on the plane that I need to stop reading!!
I can't stop reading!! The one time I tried to do so was when I was so sick on the plane that I need to stop reading!!
May 31, 2015
Great
This was absolutely wonderful.
If you are. Fan of fantasy you must read this story. It's as good as any of the greats.
This was absolutely wonderful.
If you are. Fan of fantasy you must read this story. It's as good as any of the greats.
January 13, 2016
Loved it
Well worth reading, sorry that it is done. Hard not to get attached to the characters. And hard not to hate the villains.
Well worth reading, sorry that it is done. Hard not to get attached to the characters. And hard not to hate the villains.
August 4, 2016
Very well written
Great adventure, endearing characters, even a few chuckles along the way. Held my attention all of the way through all 3 books.
Great adventure, endearing characters, even a few chuckles along the way. Held my attention all of the way through all 3 books.
August 2, 2019
A Wonder if Days
A three day binge reading. I cherish every day of it. I laughed over the sot of a drawf and the pranks the friends played. I cringed and white knuckled through th
A three day binge reading. I cherish every day of it. I laughed over the sot of a drawf and the pranks the friends played. I cringed and white knuckled through th
October 30, 2019
WOW ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I’VE EVER READ
I ENJOYED READING THESE BOOKS SO VERY MUCH! JUST WISH IT WOULD NEVER END! HAVE ALWAYS LIKED BOOKS WITH ELVES DWARVES AND DRAGONS!
I ENJOYED READING THESE BOOKS SO VERY MUCH! JUST WISH IT WOULD NEVER END! HAVE ALWAYS LIKED BOOKS WITH ELVES DWARVES AND DRAGONS!
August 19, 2021
Fast moving, keeps your attention so much you can barely put it down .
The characters are vivid and its easy to keep track of who's who. The action is intense and graphic and there is lots of it. A totally enjoyable read. It one of those that you are sorry that it ended and you want more.
The characters are vivid and its easy to keep track of who's who. The action is intense and graphic and there is lots of it. A totally enjoyable read. It one of those that you are sorry that it ended and you want more.
March 5, 2020
The Battle of Good vs Evil is Forged Anew!
Lecherous characters, multiple quests, battle tested friendships, demons, betrayal, and sorcery come together beautifully in this multi book saga that is definitely worth reading!
Lecherous characters, multiple quests, battle tested friendships, demons, betrayal, and sorcery come together beautifully in this multi book saga that is definitely worth reading!
November 3, 2016
I was conflicted about this series. On the one hand I read all three books to the end. Technically, the story was good, even if the magic was a little out there. The world-building was very cool, complex and interesting, and through the three books continued to get more and more interesting. I liked most of the good guys. The end of the series tied up all the threads nicely.
On the other hand, I put a lot of stock in being able to suspend reality and "buy in" to the magic, and I never quite did. Marble boy just did not sit well with me - I could not suspend enough to not be irritated at that. Things like the flaming horse just never quite made "sense" to me. Also on the negative side, there were a lot of long, long battle scenes. It is a fine line when describing battles. Too much really drags a book down to me, but of course others' mileage may vary. I found myself skimming the grand battles, which to me read a little like listening to someone describe a video game, except with endless detailed descriptions of gore. It got tiresome, and I skimmed. I hate to skim. The gratuitous sex did not help either. It was out of place and unnecessary, but thankfully infrequent. In addition, I could not quite believe the great love between Shaella and Gerard. Why would someone like her fall head over heels for a simple farm boy who is seeing a city for the first time? Didn't make sense to me. I thought it would have made more sense if the demon that Gerard became had retained a little more of Gerard and was a little more conflicted.
In the end, it was a mixed bag, but good enough to keep on reading, and good enough that I would read more from this author. There was much to enjoy, a few things that grated, and I was not sorry that I finished, both in a good way and in a bad way.
On the other hand, I put a lot of stock in being able to suspend reality and "buy in" to the magic, and I never quite did. Marble boy just did not sit well with me - I could not suspend enough to not be irritated at that. Things like the flaming horse just never quite made "sense" to me. Also on the negative side, there were a lot of long, long battle scenes. It is a fine line when describing battles. Too much really drags a book down to me, but of course others' mileage may vary. I found myself skimming the grand battles, which to me read a little like listening to someone describe a video game, except with endless detailed descriptions of gore. It got tiresome, and I skimmed. I hate to skim. The gratuitous sex did not help either. It was out of place and unnecessary, but thankfully infrequent. In addition, I could not quite believe the great love between Shaella and Gerard. Why would someone like her fall head over heels for a simple farm boy who is seeing a city for the first time? Didn't make sense to me. I thought it would have made more sense if the demon that Gerard became had retained a little more of Gerard and was a little more conflicted.
In the end, it was a mixed bag, but good enough to keep on reading, and good enough that I would read more from this author. There was much to enjoy, a few things that grated, and I was not sorry that I finished, both in a good way and in a bad way.
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June 20, 2014
Conflicted. I enjoyed parts of this very much but other parts seemed to drag a bit too much. could have done without reading most of the second book. glad I finished it though
December 31, 2015
GREAT TRILOGY! Loved the entire thing... except for the end, which I found to be very anti-climatic and a huge letdown.
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