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The Fallen Apprentice: An Epic Fantasy Adventure
The hunter has become the hunted.
In the bloody aftermath of the assault on Greyhaven, the once stalwart hunter finds himself ensnared in a deadly game of pursuit. As the city reels from the carnage, whispers of unsettling truths echo through the cobblestone streets, casting a sinister pall over the realm of Aladran.
Now, with the king's steely gaze fixed upon him, Soren stands at the precipice of a harrowing journey.
Joined by steadfast companions Seph and Kaile, Soren embarks upon a treacherous odyssey into uncharted territories, where ancient secrets lie buried beneath layers of forgotten lore. Yet, as their fellowship swells with unlikely allies, the stakes soar to perilous heights.
The world converges upon Soren like a ravenous beast, its hunger for vengeance matched only by the relentless pursuit of the king's hunters. Yet, amidst the encroaching darkness, whispers of hope flicker from the depths of the Silver Sparrows' clandestine network, offering a glimmer of respite in the gathering storm.
In his relentless quest for retribution, Soren grapples with the weight of his own mortality, as even the mightiest armor can buckle beneath the relentless onslaught of fate.
Amidst the chaos of war and intrigue, will Soren emerge unscathed, or will he be consumed by the very shadows he seeks to vanquish?
In the bloody aftermath of the assault on Greyhaven, the once stalwart hunter finds himself ensnared in a deadly game of pursuit. As the city reels from the carnage, whispers of unsettling truths echo through the cobblestone streets, casting a sinister pall over the realm of Aladran.
Now, with the king's steely gaze fixed upon him, Soren stands at the precipice of a harrowing journey.
Joined by steadfast companions Seph and Kaile, Soren embarks upon a treacherous odyssey into uncharted territories, where ancient secrets lie buried beneath layers of forgotten lore. Yet, as their fellowship swells with unlikely allies, the stakes soar to perilous heights.
The world converges upon Soren like a ravenous beast, its hunger for vengeance matched only by the relentless pursuit of the king's hunters. Yet, amidst the encroaching darkness, whispers of hope flicker from the depths of the Silver Sparrows' clandestine network, offering a glimmer of respite in the gathering storm.
In his relentless quest for retribution, Soren grapples with the weight of his own mortality, as even the mightiest armor can buckle beneath the relentless onslaught of fate.
Amidst the chaos of war and intrigue, will Soren emerge unscathed, or will he be consumed by the very shadows he seeks to vanquish?
- GenresFantasy
402 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 2, 2024
About the author
C.K. Rieke
44 books15 followersC.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’.
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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November 23, 2024
still hooked
What an edge of the seat ride! I’m gutted I have to wait for the next book to be released. Something to look forward too.
What an edge of the seat ride! I’m gutted I have to wait for the next book to be released. Something to look forward too.
May 4, 2025
Blinding
Absolutely Fantabulous read. Gets better with every book. Gagging to start the next one so did off and let me get on.
Absolutely Fantabulous read. Gets better with every book. Gagging to start the next one so did off and let me get on.
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January 30, 2026Action packed
Ooohhhh. Surprise surprise here be dragons. I'd been expecting dragons in the first two books. They didn't show up so I gave up on them.
Ooohhhh. Surprise surprise here be dragons. I'd been expecting dragons in the first two books. They didn't show up so I gave up on them.
March 4, 2026
Amazing series. Great character development, and keeps you on your toes from start to finish!
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