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The Aldoran Chronicles #5
Blood of the Mountains (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 5): An Epic Fantasy Adventure
The award-winning epic fantasy series continues with this fifth volume of The Aldoran Chronicles saga.
ADARRA
Entangled in Tallosian feuds and fragile negotiations, Adarra’s path takes a deadly turn when an ancient power stirs from its slumber. Unnatural monsters sweep across the Isle of Tallos, leaving carnage in their wake. To protect both friend and foe, she must risk everything—finding an unexpected ally in the enigmatic Talarin, and becoming the shield for those she never meant to save.
AYRION
Burdened by the truth of his Upakan blood, Ayrion is sent to broker peace with Aldwick, only to find every door barred and every plea rejected. With winter’s grip upon them, his people face a stark choice—return to the shadows of their assassin past by raiding the cities that spurn them, or watch their families starve and freeze in the wilds.
TY
In Easthaven, Ty plunges deeper into a labyrinth of forbidden magic. Guided by two of the most unexpected instructors, he unearths dangerous secrets surrounding Aerodyne and the Nethriall. But each revelation brings him closer to a power that could save his friends—or destroy them.
FERRIN
Parting ways with Ayrion and the Tanveer, Ferrin turns east to honor a promise to his friend, Azriel—to find his family in Easthaven and tell them he yet lives. But getting there is no simple task. Forced to flee from one city to the next, the group finds their salvation in the most unexpected of places.
ADARRA
Entangled in Tallosian feuds and fragile negotiations, Adarra’s path takes a deadly turn when an ancient power stirs from its slumber. Unnatural monsters sweep across the Isle of Tallos, leaving carnage in their wake. To protect both friend and foe, she must risk everything—finding an unexpected ally in the enigmatic Talarin, and becoming the shield for those she never meant to save.
AYRION
Burdened by the truth of his Upakan blood, Ayrion is sent to broker peace with Aldwick, only to find every door barred and every plea rejected. With winter’s grip upon them, his people face a stark choice—return to the shadows of their assassin past by raiding the cities that spurn them, or watch their families starve and freeze in the wilds.
TY
In Easthaven, Ty plunges deeper into a labyrinth of forbidden magic. Guided by two of the most unexpected instructors, he unearths dangerous secrets surrounding Aerodyne and the Nethriall. But each revelation brings him closer to a power that could save his friends—or destroy them.
FERRIN
Parting ways with Ayrion and the Tanveer, Ferrin turns east to honor a promise to his friend, Azriel—to find his family in Easthaven and tell them he yet lives. But getting there is no simple task. Forced to flee from one city to the next, the group finds their salvation in the most unexpected of places.
788 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 8, 2025
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About the author
Michael Wisehart
22 books614 followersLATEST RELEASES:
1. The Tunnels Beneath (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 4) Releasing December 6th, 2022 on ebook and paperback.
2. Wildfire (Street Rats of Aramoor: Book 5) on Pre-Order. It releases April 5th on ebook.
3. The Four-Part Key (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 3) Released October 5th, 2021 on ebook.
For more information on my work, visit: https://michaelwisehart.com/
If you're interested in signed copies of my books or collecting in-world merchandise, feel free to stop by Aramoor Market: https://store.michaelwisehart.com/
I don't spend a lot of time writing blog posts, but I do spend a good deal of time keeping up with my readers on Facebook. Feel free to pop in and say hello: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelWiseh...
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ABOUT ME:
I graduated with honors in Business Accounting, but instead of pursuing this field, I returned to school to study film. I spent the next several years honing my visual craft, which I put to good use as I took what I’d learned behind the camera and applied it to the written word.
On April 14, 2014, I opened my laptop and began typing what would become two multiple award-winning series: The Aldoran Chronicles, and Street Rats of Aramoor (both set within the same world, but twenty years apart). By the time my second book released, I had quit my day job, walking away from production altogether, to pursue my writing career.
You can get The White Tower's FREE prequel: (Shackled) by copying and pasting this link in your browser: www.michaelwisehart.com/shackled-wt
1. The Tunnels Beneath (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 4) Releasing December 6th, 2022 on ebook and paperback.
2. Wildfire (Street Rats of Aramoor: Book 5) on Pre-Order. It releases April 5th on ebook.
3. The Four-Part Key (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 3) Released October 5th, 2021 on ebook.
For more information on my work, visit: https://michaelwisehart.com/
If you're interested in signed copies of my books or collecting in-world merchandise, feel free to stop by Aramoor Market: https://store.michaelwisehart.com/
I don't spend a lot of time writing blog posts, but I do spend a good deal of time keeping up with my readers on Facebook. Feel free to pop in and say hello: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelWiseh...
Or if you prefer video: I've just opened a new YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsCw...
ABOUT ME:
I graduated with honors in Business Accounting, but instead of pursuing this field, I returned to school to study film. I spent the next several years honing my visual craft, which I put to good use as I took what I’d learned behind the camera and applied it to the written word.
On April 14, 2014, I opened my laptop and began typing what would become two multiple award-winning series: The Aldoran Chronicles, and Street Rats of Aramoor (both set within the same world, but twenty years apart). By the time my second book released, I had quit my day job, walking away from production altogether, to pursue my writing career.
You can get The White Tower's FREE prequel: (Shackled) by copying and pasting this link in your browser: www.michaelwisehart.com/shackled-wt
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January 2, 2026
I have really enjoyed the series up to now but this one really fell flat for me. I got to 20% (which is quite a bit for a book this long) but couldn't go on. So far the story had not really progressed at all. Also, it seems that the authors style had gotten so much more verbose, overly describing everything with very flowery language.
December 27, 2025
Good series
Lots of rich character development, some unexpected love stories, and a few strong dark forces that seem indomitable. Recommended read
Lots of rich character development, some unexpected love stories, and a few strong dark forces that seem indomitable. Recommended read
January 14, 2026
Disappointing
This author is an excellent writer. I pre-ordered this because the first books were excellent. But this isn't a story, it's a summary.
The first 2/3 are nothing but flowery prose to remind you of what happened in the earlier books. The only portions where anything happens, serve to move one group across the map, link up two other groups, just to have them sit down reminiscing for 20 pages.
The only portions that actually tell a story should have been included in the last book. I doubt it would have been more than 100-150 pages. The othe 600 odd pages were a waste of time.
This author is an excellent writer. I pre-ordered this because the first books were excellent. But this isn't a story, it's a summary.
The first 2/3 are nothing but flowery prose to remind you of what happened in the earlier books. The only portions where anything happens, serve to move one group across the map, link up two other groups, just to have them sit down reminiscing for 20 pages.
The only portions that actually tell a story should have been included in the last book. I doubt it would have been more than 100-150 pages. The othe 600 odd pages were a waste of time.
January 17, 2026
A little disappointed...
I had really enjoyed everything written by this author until now. I felt like there were far too many similes and metaphors used to describe the details of the scenes, especially in the first half of the book. It was to the point that the story felt slow and tedious.
The book did get better in the second half. However, at about 90% through, one of the main characters gave a full (and some what lengthy) recap of his story that would have been better suited to the beginning of the book. Having it in the middle of the climax just felt jarring.
Overall, I really like the story. I just hope the next book does a better job telling it.
I had really enjoyed everything written by this author until now. I felt like there were far too many similes and metaphors used to describe the details of the scenes, especially in the first half of the book. It was to the point that the story felt slow and tedious.
The book did get better in the second half. However, at about 90% through, one of the main characters gave a full (and some what lengthy) recap of his story that would have been better suited to the beginning of the book. Having it in the middle of the climax just felt jarring.
Overall, I really like the story. I just hope the next book does a better job telling it.
January 12, 2026
can’t wait for #6
Michael I really liked this book, and I know what you are doing by bringing all the characters together, but at times your descriptions are overly expansive. But I am so looking forward to the next one, so much going on and about to explode.can’t wait for you to bring it all together
Michael I really liked this book, and I know what you are doing by bringing all the characters together, but at times your descriptions are overly expansive. But I am so looking forward to the next one, so much going on and about to explode.can’t wait for you to bring it all together
December 29, 2025
I have to say I really enjoyed reading this. I absolutely love his first series and the series leads up to this current book. All I can say is he takes you on one heck of a thrill ride. In the world is very diverse and intriguing with all the characters I definitely can can’t wait for more.
January 1, 2026
Such a great story! Feels like coming home after the three-ish year wait. I’ve enjoyed the world that Michael Wisehart has created from book one. I am along for the journey, and though I don’t cherish the wait, it will definitely be worth it!
January 3, 2026
Worth the wait
Felt like forever for the next book to come out, and it was soooo worth the wait. Adventure, magic, action, good vs evil. My heart was hammering at parts willing my heros on. Next book please 🥺
Felt like forever for the next book to come out, and it was soooo worth the wait. Adventure, magic, action, good vs evil. My heart was hammering at parts willing my heros on. Next book please 🥺
January 2, 2026
Engaging but prost can get Verbose and overwrought
January 7, 2026
great series
Not sure why this is rated the way it is, but it’s a great storyline for all ages. Just hate having to wait for the next one!
Not sure why this is rated the way it is, but it’s a great storyline for all ages. Just hate having to wait for the next one!
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