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Eight #5
The Saint of Water
The hunt begins immediately.
In the wake of Old Baxteiyel, Eight and Fala pursue a fleeing spy, only to discover hints of a Maltran conspiracy threatening all they know and love, called Project Birthright.
One spy leads to another, and Eight and Fala must take on new identities as they follow the trail through the deep wilderness and into enemy territory. Their target is a heavily fortified stronghold, far beyond the reach of allies or rescue. Sabotage is the goal. Survival isn’t guaranteed.
Along the way, Eight, Fala, Yuki, and even the Deer God must reckon with what it means to be silvered. New powers awaken—deadly and strange—and every choice they make has the potential to reshape them in ways they can’t take back.
To protect what they love, each will have to decide what they're willing to become.
The Saint of Water is the final chapter in Eight’s story. It’s a tale of espionage and wilderness survival, of faith and transformation, and of a man who was never meant to be a hero but became one anyway.
In the wake of Old Baxteiyel, Eight and Fala pursue a fleeing spy, only to discover hints of a Maltran conspiracy threatening all they know and love, called Project Birthright.
One spy leads to another, and Eight and Fala must take on new identities as they follow the trail through the deep wilderness and into enemy territory. Their target is a heavily fortified stronghold, far beyond the reach of allies or rescue. Sabotage is the goal. Survival isn’t guaranteed.
Along the way, Eight, Fala, Yuki, and even the Deer God must reckon with what it means to be silvered. New powers awaken—deadly and strange—and every choice they make has the potential to reshape them in ways they can’t take back.
To protect what they love, each will have to decide what they're willing to become.
The Saint of Water is the final chapter in Eight’s story. It’s a tale of espionage and wilderness survival, of faith and transformation, and of a man who was never meant to be a hero but became one anyway.
482 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 23, 2026
About the author
Samer Rabadi
12 books102 followersSamer grew up on stories of science fiction and fantasy. Books have always been his second home, and being able to share his own is a wish come true.
Professionally, he's had an eclectic career—working with a mix nonprofits and doing his best to make the world a better place.
He lives in Northern California with his wife Mary.
Professionally, he's had an eclectic career—working with a mix nonprofits and doing his best to make the world a better place.
He lives in Northern California with his wife Mary.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a fantastic book and a great addition to the series. To me, this book clearly signals the end to the first major arc in Eight's story. He has fully integrated with his new world, established himself and who he is, as well as his relationships to those around him. Eight is no longer reactive; now he has much more agency. He has spent the time and effort to improve himself to the point where he can safely explore the world. This includes his sense of purpose, as his power and authority have coalesced into a purpose consistent with his identity and goals. It was great to finally see Eight come into his own and move through this world with agency. I am looking forward to the next arc and seeing where Eight's journey takes him now that he has the power to actively explore his world.
March 5, 2026
Fifth of Eight. I wonder if this is the last installment of this series. It came to a nice conclusion, though the main character clearly has more adventure left in him. It's nice that there isn't an obvious cliffhanger or world-ending threat that he needs to resolve. At this point, I suspect he is more of a threat to the world than anything else.
I've enjoyed this series with an adult from Earth being transported to a new world as an eight-year-old with all his memories and experiences intact. And through the series he's grown and learned and changed to his now-16-year-old self.
I've enjoyed this series with an adult from Earth being transported to a new world as an eight-year-old with all his memories and experiences intact. And through the series he's grown and learned and changed to his now-16-year-old self.
March 5, 2026
With Gratitude
I finished this story with gratitude for a story well considered, written, and shared. Throughout this series I have marveled at the insight and depth the author manages to sneak into the characters and their struggles. I have learned helpful and important lessons from these books, which is the greatest value stories can carry, *a truth*. Thank you for these truths.
I finished this story with gratitude for a story well considered, written, and shared. Throughout this series I have marveled at the insight and depth the author manages to sneak into the characters and their struggles. I have learned helpful and important lessons from these books, which is the greatest value stories can carry, *a truth*. Thank you for these truths.
March 14, 2026
A Fantastic Finale
The entire series has been a pleasure to read, and I've consumed each book as it was released. It set a good pace, and kept me both engaged with the MC as well as the other characters presented. Highly recommend, and I'll likely keep it on me read again list.
The entire series has been a pleasure to read, and I've consumed each book as it was released. It set a good pace, and kept me both engaged with the MC as well as the other characters presented. Highly recommend, and I'll likely keep it on me read again list.
April 2, 2026
bad egg
A well constructed ending. Big events leading to massive fights, with unexpected complications.
This was a good series. I liked the additional flavors and the RPG/Cultivation style.
A well constructed ending. Big events leading to massive fights, with unexpected complications.
This was a good series. I liked the additional flavors and the RPG/Cultivation style.
July 3, 2026
This is an excellent series. The world building, magic system, relationships, and characterization are highlights. Overall, the writing is unique and compelling - highly recommend this series. A series that really nails the ending and makes you deeply imagine what our Eight will go on to do.
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October 27, 2026Wow, I feel like this series has been very under rated in terms of Litrpg.
It's a slow burn and build up. It does seem like it's not for everyone but the way he's written it makes me feel like what's next around corner.
I'm glad I found this book and happy I was on this journey with Eight.
It's a slow burn and build up. It does seem like it's not for everyone but the way he's written it makes me feel like what's next around corner.
I'm glad I found this book and happy I was on this journey with Eight.
February 26, 2026
Exceptional characters and outstanding world building. Utterly unique and a highlight of the LitRPG genre.
February 27, 2026
A perfect ending
This book is a perfect ending to a great story. If you haven't read it yet, by all means start from the beginning. You won't be disappointed.
This book is a perfect ending to a great story. If you haven't read it yet, by all means start from the beginning. You won't be disappointed.
March 3, 2026
Fantastic Series of books
Well written, detailed when needed but always moving the story forward. Very enjoyable and recommend to any that like this genre of books.
Well written, detailed when needed but always moving the story forward. Very enjoyable and recommend to any that like this genre of books.
March 3, 2026
A Pleasant Ending
While I was a bit uncertain I wanted to follow along with the direction the series was going, I find myself satisfied having stayed til the end.
While I was a bit uncertain I wanted to follow along with the direction the series was going, I find myself satisfied having stayed til the end.
August 6, 2026
Good series
This book is a fitting end to the series but still leaves the possibility of another book open. I have enjoyed it all.
This book is a fitting end to the series but still leaves the possibility of another book open. I have enjoyed it all.
March 3, 2026
5 star - Perfect
4 star - i would recommend
3 star - good
2 star - struggled to complete
1 star - could not finish
4 star - i would recommend
3 star - good
2 star - struggled to complete
1 star - could not finish
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