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The Vellhor Saga #4
Shadow Mage (Volume 4 of the Vellhor Saga): A Fantasy Realms Novel
From the award-winning Vellhor Saga comes Shadow Mage, an electrifying, edge-of-your-seat fantasy where redemption and ruin are two sides of the same coin.A hero fallen…
A realm on the edge of ruin…
A darkness that devours all…
Once a champion of justice, Kemp is now ensnared by the Dragon Crown’s corrupting magic, plunging him into a downward spiral of power and destruction. The fate of Vellhor hangs in the balance as those closest to him battle to save both their friend and their world.
Gunnar, burdened with the mantle of leadership, faces the haunting legacy of his father’s reckless vengeance. Can he find a way to honor the fallen without succumbing to the same darkness?
Ruiha, driven by fierce loyalty, embarks on a desperate quest to seek the dragons—ancient beings who may hold the key to breaking Kemp’s curse. Will her courage be enough to bring back the friend she once knew?
In a realm torn by grief, duty, and the corrupting allure of power, every choice comes at a price. As friendships strain and old wounds resurface, the bonds of love and loyalty will be tested as never before.
Shadow Mage is the fourth volume in The Vellhor Saga—a heart-stopping adventure of loyalty, betrayal, and the fragile line between light and shadow. In the battle for Vellhor, who will rise from the darkness—and who will be consumed by it?Awards and Accolades for the Vellhor Saga:🏆 WINNER of the High Fantasy category in the American Fiction Awards 2024🏆 WINNER Gold - Literary Titan Book Awards 2024🏆 WINNER of the Dark Fantasy category in the Firebird Book Awards 2024
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐“An unmissable epic that combines gripping tension, deep character arcs, and unforgettable moments of heroism.” - Amazon Customer
A realm on the edge of ruin…
A darkness that devours all…
Once a champion of justice, Kemp is now ensnared by the Dragon Crown’s corrupting magic, plunging him into a downward spiral of power and destruction. The fate of Vellhor hangs in the balance as those closest to him battle to save both their friend and their world.
Gunnar, burdened with the mantle of leadership, faces the haunting legacy of his father’s reckless vengeance. Can he find a way to honor the fallen without succumbing to the same darkness?
Ruiha, driven by fierce loyalty, embarks on a desperate quest to seek the dragons—ancient beings who may hold the key to breaking Kemp’s curse. Will her courage be enough to bring back the friend she once knew?
In a realm torn by grief, duty, and the corrupting allure of power, every choice comes at a price. As friendships strain and old wounds resurface, the bonds of love and loyalty will be tested as never before.
Shadow Mage is the fourth volume in The Vellhor Saga—a heart-stopping adventure of loyalty, betrayal, and the fragile line between light and shadow. In the battle for Vellhor, who will rise from the darkness—and who will be consumed by it?Awards and Accolades for the Vellhor Saga:🏆 WINNER of the High Fantasy category in the American Fiction Awards 2024🏆 WINNER Gold - Literary Titan Book Awards 2024🏆 WINNER of the Dark Fantasy category in the Firebird Book Awards 2024
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐“An unmissable epic that combines gripping tension, deep character arcs, and unforgettable moments of heroism.” - Amazon Customer
322 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 29, 2024
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May 17, 2025
AI "written", no thanks.
And yet another author for my do-not-support list. *sigh* Can we just NOT?
And yet another author for my do-not-support list. *sigh* Can we just NOT?
September 28, 2025
This is a dark and emotionally charged fantasy that explores the fine line between redemption and ruin. Once a champion of justice, Kemp is now corrupted by the Dragon Crown’s magic, threatening to destroy everything he once fought for. As the realm teeters on the edge of collapse, Gunnar must confront the legacy of his father’s vengeance, while Ruiha embarks on a perilous quest to awaken ancient dragons who may hold the key to saving Kemp. With friendships strained and loyalties tested, this installment deepens the saga’s themes of grief, duty, and the seductive pull of power.
August 11, 2025
Can't wait to start the next book
I'd love to leave a great review. But there's no time. I have to start the next book immediately.
Very good read. I like the story, the characters, and plot. Just when you think that Kemp is about to get his comeuppance, a twist. Just when it seems good is getting ahead, something shifts. Super cool. Keeps me engaged always.
Now! To the next book.!
I'd love to leave a great review. But there's no time. I have to start the next book immediately.
Very good read. I like the story, the characters, and plot. Just when you think that Kemp is about to get his comeuppance, a twist. Just when it seems good is getting ahead, something shifts. Super cool. Keeps me engaged always.
Now! To the next book.!
June 27, 2025
Best book of the series!
The first 3 books could have been condenced into 2 and they would have been much better. The author used a lot of descriptions so many times, it felt like reading the same paragraph twice. This book has more action and story than the others. Looking forward to reading number 5 now.
The first 3 books could have been condenced into 2 and they would have been much better. The author used a lot of descriptions so many times, it felt like reading the same paragraph twice. This book has more action and story than the others. Looking forward to reading number 5 now.
December 20, 2025
Repetition of phrases gets old
Skipping books 5 and 6 of 7 because I am tired of reading the overused of phrases how the underground caverns and the responsibilities are weighing the characters down, the main characters constant struggle with their fears, the overuse of the word "palpable", "malevolent", and "cold spine tingling" sensations.
Skipping books 5 and 6 of 7 because I am tired of reading the overused of phrases how the underground caverns and the responsibilities are weighing the characters down, the main characters constant struggle with their fears, the overuse of the word "palpable", "malevolent", and "cold spine tingling" sensations.
November 11, 2024
Vellore Saga
I seriously hope you have the next installment ready soon. The first four books were sooo good. The blending of the main characters is great. Cannot wait to see how this will turn out. The stakes are high. Not everyone can come out of this a winner.
I seriously hope you have the next installment ready soon. The first four books were sooo good. The blending of the main characters is great. Cannot wait to see how this will turn out. The stakes are high. Not everyone can come out of this a winner.
February 28, 2025
Better
It seems as though the copy and pasting of parroting of recent events and descriptions is waning somewhat. And thankfully, a better editor has been employed!
As I head to the final book in the series, I am overjoyed to see it become more polished.
It seems as though the copy and pasting of parroting of recent events and descriptions is waning somewhat. And thankfully, a better editor has been employed!
As I head to the final book in the series, I am overjoyed to see it become more polished.
February 2, 2025
Thank God it's over. Although, this is probably one of the more interesting of the books, just because of the dragons. Anwyn is still underdeveloped and boring. The author still over uses words and phrases.
I'm not sure after this wordy, monotonous adventure that I would care to pick up other readings from this author.
I'm not sure after this wordy, monotonous adventure that I would care to pick up other readings from this author.
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