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The Scarred: An Epic Fantasy Adventure

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The lands of Aladran revered their greatest warrior–Soren Stormrose–until everything was taken from him.

Now, his redemption begins...


A decade has passed since the assault that shattered Soren's life, leaving scars both seen and unseen.

Bound by an inescapable curse born of that fateful attack, Soren has turned to hunting bounties—his existence defined by pursuing only those criminals who deserve their reckoning.

Within the realm of Aladran, Soren reigns as one of its most lethal figures, mastering his deadly craft. But can his unparalleled skills shield him from the relentless trauma of his own haunting past?

Yet, a glimmer of hope emerges from an unexpected source—a figure from his past, now grown into a young woman, might hold the key to his redemption. That is, if she doesn't kill him first.

In this world teeming with thrilling adventure, devastating lows, and powerful, melodic magic…

Soren is… The Scarred.

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 2, 2024

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C.K. Rieke

33 books12 followers
C.K. Rieke, though he constantly dreams of oceans and mountains, was born and lives in Kansas. Art and storytelling were his passions, beginning with “Where the Wild Things Are” and Shel Silverstein. That grew into a love of comic books and fantasy novels. He always dreamed of creating his own worlds through the brush and keyboard.

Throughout his college years, Rieke ventured into the realm of indie comics, illustrating and co-plotting stories that hinted at the epic narratives to come. But it wasn’t until his early thirties, inspired by the works of fantasy luminaries, that he turned his hand to writing his own tales. The labor of love that was “The Road to Light,” painstakingly crafted over two years, marked his debut into the literary world under the guidance of a revered editor.

Within the pages of his novels, Rieke spins tales of daring adventure and intricate character arcs that ensnare the heart. Yet, be warned, dear reader, for his pen is not without its blade—occasionally, beloved characters meet their untimely demise, prompting fans to pen letters of both torment and anguish.

C.K. Rieke is pronounced C.K. ‘Ricky’.

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December 23, 2024
Great book. Bold characters showing a complex emotional intelligence. I highly recommend.

This is a great book. The characters exhibit a complex emotional intelligence causing them to be relatable. I will definitely read the next one.
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March 26, 2024
The action in this novel could be considered to be hectic. I loved every minute of it. I few surprises popped up in the story and it left me thinking what happens next?
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November 22, 2024
brilliant

Loved every word, about to read book 2 very different the genre I usually read, so C K Rieke has given me a brand new works to enjoy.
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