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Follower of the Word: The Complete Trilogy
What if with one touch you could see inside the soul? This critically acclaimed epic fantasy series follows a young woman's journey to discover who she is and an assassin who must choose between following the darkness or the light.
Includes the complete 1,100-page Follower of the Word series by Morgan L. Busse in one ebook volume.
Book 1: Daughter of Light
What if with one touch you could see inside the soul?
Rowen Mar finds a strange mark on her hand, and she is banished from her village as a witch. She covers the mark with a leather glove and seeks sanctuary in the White City. She lives in fear that if she touches another person, the power inside her will trigger again, a terrifying power that allows her to see the darkness inside the human heart . . .
But the mark is a summons, and those called cannot hide forever. For the salvation of her people lies within her hand.
Book 2: Son of Truth
Arise now, guardian . . .
The war in the north is over, but the war for all the Lands has just begun. As the Shadonae solidify their hold on the city of Thyra, Rowen Mar, the last Eldaran and savior of the White City, awakens to find herself hunted by those she has saved.
Meanwhile, the assassin Caleb Tala finds himself in the presence of the Word. The time of reckoning has come, and he must pay the price for all the lives he has taken. But in his moment of judgment, Caleb is given a second chance to change his life.
These two hold the power to save the Lands from the Shadonae. One must escape slavery, and one must choose to forsake everything before the world is consumed in darkness.
Book 3: Heir of Hope
What would you sacrifice to save mankind?
The great city of Thyra has fallen and shadows spread across the land. Rowen Mar, the last Truthsayer, is taken before the Shadonae. But the Shadonae are not who she thought they were, and now they want to claim her as their own.
Caleb Tala, former assassin and prince, is now a Guardian of mankind. Exiled from his country, Caleb wanders the desert in search of his mother's past and clues to who he is.
These are the last days of the Eldaran race. Rowen and Caleb must find their way along the dark path set before them by their to heal what was wounded and love where hatred grows. But the road is narrow and the darkness beckons. If either of them fails, all will be lost . . .
And the human race will be no more.
Includes the complete 1,100-page Follower of the Word series by Morgan L. Busse in one ebook volume.
Book 1: Daughter of Light
What if with one touch you could see inside the soul?
Rowen Mar finds a strange mark on her hand, and she is banished from her village as a witch. She covers the mark with a leather glove and seeks sanctuary in the White City. She lives in fear that if she touches another person, the power inside her will trigger again, a terrifying power that allows her to see the darkness inside the human heart . . .
But the mark is a summons, and those called cannot hide forever. For the salvation of her people lies within her hand.
Book 2: Son of Truth
Arise now, guardian . . .
The war in the north is over, but the war for all the Lands has just begun. As the Shadonae solidify their hold on the city of Thyra, Rowen Mar, the last Eldaran and savior of the White City, awakens to find herself hunted by those she has saved.
Meanwhile, the assassin Caleb Tala finds himself in the presence of the Word. The time of reckoning has come, and he must pay the price for all the lives he has taken. But in his moment of judgment, Caleb is given a second chance to change his life.
These two hold the power to save the Lands from the Shadonae. One must escape slavery, and one must choose to forsake everything before the world is consumed in darkness.
Book 3: Heir of Hope
What would you sacrifice to save mankind?
The great city of Thyra has fallen and shadows spread across the land. Rowen Mar, the last Truthsayer, is taken before the Shadonae. But the Shadonae are not who she thought they were, and now they want to claim her as their own.
Caleb Tala, former assassin and prince, is now a Guardian of mankind. Exiled from his country, Caleb wanders the desert in search of his mother's past and clues to who he is.
These are the last days of the Eldaran race. Rowen and Caleb must find their way along the dark path set before them by their to heal what was wounded and love where hatred grows. But the road is narrow and the darkness beckons. If either of them fails, all will be lost . . .
And the human race will be no more.
1451 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 9, 2019
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About the author
Morgan L. Busse
21 books1,220 followersMorgan L. Busse is a writer by day and a mother by night. She is the author of the Follower of the Word series and the award-winning steampunk series, The Soul Chronicles. Her debut novel, Daughter of Light, was a Christy and Carol Award finalist. During her spare time she enjoys playing games, taking long walks, and dreaming about her next novel.
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August 22, 2024
Since I devoured each book of The Ravenwood Saga in one sitting, I really wanted to believe that my initial rating of Daughter of Light had been too severe when I came back to read the rest of the series 10 years later. But sadly, I couldn't stop getting distracted by the editing. Which also made it very easy to put the book down and play games instead…
While multiple points of view were needed to truly tell the story, and no one wants to hear about day after day, week after week of traveling, it would be impossible to create a timeline for the whole story, as time references were inconsistent from chapter to chapter, POV to POV.
If you ignore the timeline issues, the plot absolutely proceeds as it should and is well done, well-planned, and the overall story is very good. Time proceeds linearly inside of each point of view, and the POV changes are clean and well placed.
I was totally cheering and aching with Rowen, Lore, Neirne & Caleb. The faith elements well meshed into the story, with the mercy of The Word quite central.
Then we come back to prepositions, pronouns and articles which were often missing, misplaced or extra. (Not at all what I remember about other books from MLP/Enclave Publishing.)
So if you're one who can dismiss timeline issues and ignore all the little words that are not quite right but don't ruin the understanding of the story, then you can enjoy this well plotted book series.
But if those things irritate you, I'd skip this first offering from Busse, and instead go after the fabulous Ravenwood Saga. Or if steampunk or zombies are your thing, her duologies. (While they're not quite my genre of choice, I don't remember yelling at the books.)
It does appear that her upcoming series will be a prequel to this one though…
While multiple points of view were needed to truly tell the story, and no one wants to hear about day after day, week after week of traveling, it would be impossible to create a timeline for the whole story, as time references were inconsistent from chapter to chapter, POV to POV.
If you ignore the timeline issues, the plot absolutely proceeds as it should and is well done, well-planned, and the overall story is very good. Time proceeds linearly inside of each point of view, and the POV changes are clean and well placed.
I was totally cheering and aching with Rowen, Lore, Neirne & Caleb. The faith elements well meshed into the story, with the mercy of The Word quite central.
Then we come back to prepositions, pronouns and articles which were often missing, misplaced or extra. (Not at all what I remember about other books from MLP/Enclave Publishing.)
So if you're one who can dismiss timeline issues and ignore all the little words that are not quite right but don't ruin the understanding of the story, then you can enjoy this well plotted book series.
But if those things irritate you, I'd skip this first offering from Busse, and instead go after the fabulous Ravenwood Saga. Or if steampunk or zombies are your thing, her duologies. (While they're not quite my genre of choice, I don't remember yelling at the books.)
It does appear that her upcoming series will be a prequel to this one though…
February 24, 2022
Ok so the Ravenwood Saga is still my favorite series by Morgan L Busse, but I really enjoyed this series as well. The premise of angels staying on earth to fight demons, but having to become mortal (yet still powerful) to do so was very interesting. I was surprised that, that wasn’t more of a focus of the story. But I don’t think the themes of acceptance and forgiveness would have been clear if that had been the focus.
The world took me some time to follow me understand, but once I did I really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the characters. I came to really love Nieren and Caleb, but Lore and Rowan were my favorites. I don’t usually like more than 3 perspectives at all, but this was well done. I also found it helpful to understand the motivations of the demons as well.
I feel like you could tell this was the first series by this author. It was very well written, but at times it seemed like characters, settings, or some scenes were longer or given more detail than they needed. Overall it was I wonderful series that I thoroughly enjoyed.
The world took me some time to follow me understand, but once I did I really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the characters. I came to really love Nieren and Caleb, but Lore and Rowan were my favorites. I don’t usually like more than 3 perspectives at all, but this was well done. I also found it helpful to understand the motivations of the demons as well.
I feel like you could tell this was the first series by this author. It was very well written, but at times it seemed like characters, settings, or some scenes were longer or given more detail than they needed. Overall it was I wonderful series that I thoroughly enjoyed.
January 6, 2021
Follower of the Word was an incredible trilogy. From the first chapter in Daughter of Light, to the last word in Heir of Hope, these books were unputdownable. If you want to hop on an emotional roller coaster, be inspired, fall in love with characters who become friends, root for them to make good choices or escape their current peril, and see good win in the end, you must read every book in the Follower of the Word series.
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For more detailed reviews on each book, check out my profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
September 16, 2022
Fantastic Read!
This series is like a combination of fantasy, crusades, romance,
and action. It's very clean. I love fantasy but only clean fantasy. The way the author wove in faith , belief, and courage to do right in spite of overwhelming odds, was thrilling. I loved all the twists and urns. Could hardly put it down! I will be looking for more books written by her!
This series is like a combination of fantasy, crusades, romance,
and action. It's very clean. I love fantasy but only clean fantasy. The way the author wove in faith , belief, and courage to do right in spite of overwhelming odds, was thrilling. I loved all the twists and urns. Could hardly put it down! I will be looking for more books written by her!
October 1, 2022
Christian fantasy
Easy reading set in another time and place with some interesting characters. An intriguing storyline with two pairs of strong hero’s and heroines. Fair character development as the story progresses with a writing style more suited to young adult readers.
Easy reading set in another time and place with some interesting characters. An intriguing storyline with two pairs of strong hero’s and heroines. Fair character development as the story progresses with a writing style more suited to young adult readers.
July 4, 2023
excellent! loved every page!
This is a trilogy to be treasured! I especially love a Christian fantasy that can weave in the truth of the savior, and it was done I. This series so well!
This is a trilogy to be treasured! I especially love a Christian fantasy that can weave in the truth of the savior, and it was done I. This series so well!
May 13, 2020
Awesome Fantasy Series
I loved all three books in the series. Wonderful characters, realistic settings, and a great plot line. I'd highly recommend these books...
I loved all three books in the series. Wonderful characters, realistic settings, and a great plot line. I'd highly recommend these books...
July 5, 2025
This book was a great discovery. Great pace, interesting characters! I wish they could turn this into a movie.
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