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The Morcyth Saga #4
Trail of the Gods
The Fire , a powerful artifact of the god Dmon-Li has fallen into James hands. A spirit of a former Priest of Morcyth told him that he must hide it, that should the followers of Dmon-Li find it, the results would be devastating for this world.
James begins experimenting with magic in order to use it to aid in the hiding of the Fire. Unlocking the secrets behind the crystal he found in the swamp, he learns to harness magical energy to aid him in this endeavor.
The quest for answers eventually draws James and Jiron to the enemy occupied town of Saragon, where they ve been told the last High Priest of Morcyth had been born. Hoping to discover a clue as to where the last of the Priesthood of Morcyth went after abandoning the High Temple in the City of Light. They make their way through enemy occupied Madoc to Saragon where they begin scouring the city under the very nose of the Empire!
James begins experimenting with magic in order to use it to aid in the hiding of the Fire. Unlocking the secrets behind the crystal he found in the swamp, he learns to harness magical energy to aid him in this endeavor.
The quest for answers eventually draws James and Jiron to the enemy occupied town of Saragon, where they ve been told the last High Priest of Morcyth had been born. Hoping to discover a clue as to where the last of the Priesthood of Morcyth went after abandoning the High Temple in the City of Light. They make their way through enemy occupied Madoc to Saragon where they begin scouring the city under the very nose of the Empire!
298 pages, Paperback
First published April 27, 2006
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About the author
Brian S. Pratt
23 books160 followersBrian was born in Modesto, California. He graduated high school in 1985 and went straight into the Air Force where he was trained as an Avionic Specialist on the F-117A Stealth Fighter.
When his tour of duty was over, he joined Pizza Hut as a delivery driver where he quickly rose to become a General Manager of a delivery unit in Edmonds, WA.
Then after a short stint as a taxi driver, he spent two years as a driving instructor and now writes full time.
He currently lives in Boswell, OK and missing the three most wonderful children in the world: Joseph, Breanna, and Abigayle. They truly are the lights of his life.
When his tour of duty was over, he joined Pizza Hut as a delivery driver where he quickly rose to become a General Manager of a delivery unit in Edmonds, WA.
Then after a short stint as a taxi driver, he spent two years as a driving instructor and now writes full time.
He currently lives in Boswell, OK and missing the three most wonderful children in the world: Joseph, Breanna, and Abigayle. They truly are the lights of his life.
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October 4, 2018
Can’t recommend this series enough
Fun, consistent, and fast paced, this series is ideal for a short vacation. The characters are relatable, and they evolve well with the story. The main plot, and subplots are consistent though the whole series, yet they are well balanced between books to give you a good sense that things have a closure, and are going somewhere the whole time. Give it a chance, you will not regret it.
Fun, consistent, and fast paced, this series is ideal for a short vacation. The characters are relatable, and they evolve well with the story. The main plot, and subplots are consistent though the whole series, yet they are well balanced between books to give you a good sense that things have a closure, and are going somewhere the whole time. Give it a chance, you will not regret it.
October 22, 2017
I really did enjoy this. I have finished the series to book seven before writing this. It was worth the read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 27, 2011
Enfin accroché à la série, voyant enfin une lueur d'originalité et de qualité dans l'écriture de l'histoire, je me suis immédiatement empressé de lire la suite. Je dois dire qu'encore une fois, je fus impressionner par l'histoire qui avait si mal commencé.
Les idées de l'auteurs étaient plus fraichent et on commence maintenant à vraiment prendre pour les personnages principaux. Non seulement ça, mais en plus l'auteur nous ajoute de nouveaux personnages qui m'ont vraiment donner du plaisir à lire et qui m'ont fait sourir.
J'ai tellement aimé les idées inscrite dans ce roman que j'ai même fait une aventure hommage dans une de mes partie de Warhammer. Pour dire que l'idée était bonne, mes joueurs ont non seulement adoré l'histoire mais en plus ils n'ont pas hésiter à me demander la source de mon inspiration.
J'ai donc rendu à César ce qui appartenait à César et présenter le livre à mes amis.
Ce roman va plus dans le terrain connu des bonnes histoires fantastiques et nous fait avancer dans cette histoire qui devient de plus en plus intéressante.
Les idées de l'auteurs étaient plus fraichent et on commence maintenant à vraiment prendre pour les personnages principaux. Non seulement ça, mais en plus l'auteur nous ajoute de nouveaux personnages qui m'ont vraiment donner du plaisir à lire et qui m'ont fait sourir.
J'ai tellement aimé les idées inscrite dans ce roman que j'ai même fait une aventure hommage dans une de mes partie de Warhammer. Pour dire que l'idée était bonne, mes joueurs ont non seulement adoré l'histoire mais en plus ils n'ont pas hésiter à me demander la source de mon inspiration.
J'ai donc rendu à César ce qui appartenait à César et présenter le livre à mes amis.
Ce roman va plus dans le terrain connu des bonnes histoires fantastiques et nous fait avancer dans cette histoire qui devient de plus en plus intéressante.
September 1, 2012
Hmmm. this book is boring for the first half or more. The only reason I persisted in completing it is because it is part of the larger story. So all I can say to those who are slogging through this epic -- trudge on, little fantasy readers, trudge on, because when the James Gang leave the Ranch,it gets interesting and there are some great scenes in the end. The big question is - what has happened to Miko? I have my suspicions. But more on the virtues and antivirtues of the Morcyth Saga after I've finished reading the series.
March 9, 2016
fire and stars and fights, oh my
the war between the Empire and Madoc has been decided, perhaps. James has settled in to his new home and is polishing his skills, both magical and magisterial. but staying is not to be. there are too many dangers that surround his burgeoning cadre of friends and he will do some pretty crazy things to protect them, that's crystal clear.
the war between the Empire and Madoc has been decided, perhaps. James has settled in to his new home and is polishing his skills, both magical and magisterial. but staying is not to be. there are too many dangers that surround his burgeoning cadre of friends and he will do some pretty crazy things to protect them, that's crystal clear.
March 16, 2016
Great story, weak writing. This is the case throughout the whole series.
"Then we do stood a chance," he said with a grin.This quote, lifted from the third book is only one of many examples. I read the series anyway and enjoyed it. The writing did set my teeth on edge at times.
February 3, 2011
Series keeps me interested. Interesting to see the character development. Also interesting to see James mature as a mage and become interested in the "research" side. Can't wait to start the next book.
September 18, 2011
Another great book in the series. I would highly recommend reading this series.
May 7, 2012
This book was a little slower then the other 3 but I still enjoyed reading it. I highly receommend this series.
May 20, 2012
Each book gets better
June 5, 2012
Book after book james always have another companion, but no romance for james himself, why???
Doesn't matter, the story still great. I can imagine the place where james go and doing his adventure.
Doesn't matter, the story still great. I can imagine the place where james go and doing his adventure.
March 10, 2013
This book is so boring that I could not complete it. It seems as if as this saga goes on, the books get more and more boring.
June 26, 2013
I really am enjoying this series - the story line is captivating and holds the attention. I definitely recommend it to all who like a good adventure series - looking forward to the sequel.
December 15, 2015
nice book, after all those excitement, i enjoy james spending time to 'upgrade' his magic... the whole book is just awesome!
March 7, 2017
FOr anyone who grew up playing role playing games I would recommend this series.
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