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Thanos #1
Dawn of Man
Even a servant can be a hero.
At the birth of the universe, a new species, man, has been created by the Gods. What path will man take in this new world? Thanos has been home of elves, dwarves, and orc: the sentient races. Magic, fae, and mystical creatures live side by side as the Gods introduce man to see what path will be taken.
When the palace of the Kingdom of Gratu is overrun by the three traitor brothers, the only thing that the sho-ka, protectors of royalty, can do is escape with the king and queen amidst the bloodbath. They must survive in the wild and lay low, keeping their anonymity and preparing for when they can return and take back their kingdom.
At the birth of the universe, a new species, man, has been created by the Gods. What path will man take in this new world? Thanos has been home of elves, dwarves, and orc: the sentient races. Magic, fae, and mystical creatures live side by side as the Gods introduce man to see what path will be taken.
When the palace of the Kingdom of Gratu is overrun by the three traitor brothers, the only thing that the sho-ka, protectors of royalty, can do is escape with the king and queen amidst the bloodbath. They must survive in the wild and lay low, keeping their anonymity and preparing for when they can return and take back their kingdom.
474 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 17, 2015
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About the author
Thomas A. Watson
54 books209 followers Thomas A Watson was born in Bossier City, Louisiana, in 1970, and grew up in Doyline, Louisiana and Grenada, Mississippi. He was the assistant manager of W.C. Plastics in Grenada Mississippi for several years before joining the U.S Army, he was stationed at Bad Hersfeld, Germany. After serving fours years in the Army, he returned to W.C. Plastics where he was the acting manager for four years.
He attended Holmes Community College in the evenings while working at W.C Plastics, taking core classes. He moved back to Bossier City area to be closer to his and his wife's family and attended Northwestern State University in Shreveport, Louisiana, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After working 10 years as an emergency room nurse in and around Shreveport, he and his wife and two children, moved to Missoula, Montana.
Watson, meet his wife Tina in Grenada, Mississippi, they will celebrate 25 years of marriage in May of 2015. They have three children, Nicholas, Khristian and Phillip. Watson, penned his first book in January of 2012, after moving to Missoula, Montana. His parents, Larry Watson and Kay Boykin, instilled the love of reading at a very early age. He has read and enjoyed most genres. His first published book Blue Plague: The Fall was released on Amazon and Createspace in August 2012.
Watson, signed a publishing contract with Winlock Press a division of Permuted Press in December of 2014. His Blue Plague series and Dark Titan series will be re-released in 2015 under Winlock Press.
Also in 2015 from Amazon self-publishing, his newest Thanos: Dawn of Man, a fantasy series.
He attended Holmes Community College in the evenings while working at W.C Plastics, taking core classes. He moved back to Bossier City area to be closer to his and his wife's family and attended Northwestern State University in Shreveport, Louisiana, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After working 10 years as an emergency room nurse in and around Shreveport, he and his wife and two children, moved to Missoula, Montana.
Watson, meet his wife Tina in Grenada, Mississippi, they will celebrate 25 years of marriage in May of 2015. They have three children, Nicholas, Khristian and Phillip. Watson, penned his first book in January of 2012, after moving to Missoula, Montana. His parents, Larry Watson and Kay Boykin, instilled the love of reading at a very early age. He has read and enjoyed most genres. His first published book Blue Plague: The Fall was released on Amazon and Createspace in August 2012.
Watson, signed a publishing contract with Winlock Press a division of Permuted Press in December of 2014. His Blue Plague series and Dark Titan series will be re-released in 2015 under Winlock Press.
Also in 2015 from Amazon self-publishing, his newest Thanos: Dawn of Man, a fantasy series.
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December 1, 2016
Wonderful story! Mr. Watson has begun his journey into the realm of fantasy....and with great success!
An absorbing, interesting and very creative story with tantalizing, magical aspects and the strong underlying sense of honor. Vivid characters in perilous situations makes this book addictive and intriguing. Well done!
An absorbing, interesting and very creative story with tantalizing, magical aspects and the strong underlying sense of honor. Vivid characters in perilous situations makes this book addictive and intriguing. Well done!
April 27, 2018
Ninety Five Percent GReat
Stupid name, stupid prologue with the ole God creator tell the good,bad, and others gods to make his humans and let them have freewill . So then the bad god pushes limits of instructions and the good guys gets a champion. All that has little to do with the story of a kings bodyguard who teaches the prince from birth all he knows from his 300 years of preparation. Same great story you want in a Fantasy Story in a Standard RPG Fantasy World. The wax on wax off teacher training a prince and princess to reclaim his throne from the evil god champions.
Stupid name, stupid prologue with the ole God creator tell the good,bad, and others gods to make his humans and let them have freewill . So then the bad god pushes limits of instructions and the good guys gets a champion. All that has little to do with the story of a kings bodyguard who teaches the prince from birth all he knows from his 300 years of preparation. Same great story you want in a Fantasy Story in a Standard RPG Fantasy World. The wax on wax off teacher training a prince and princess to reclaim his throne from the evil god champions.
April 30, 2019
Unbelievably good
Once again I cannot belie had this book in my library for so long before reading it. It’s more confusing because Thomas A Watson is my favorite author and I’ve read an re-read all his other books countless times.
Once again I cannot belie had this book in my library for so long before reading it. It’s more confusing because Thomas A Watson is my favorite author and I’ve read an re-read all his other books countless times.
August 22, 2020
5 stars
I’ve read almost all of this author’s series except this one for some reason and I’m sorry I waited so long! Excellent storytelling, world building and writing. Super enjoyable and fun to read. Can’t wait for book 2.
I’ve read almost all of this author’s series except this one for some reason and I’m sorry I waited so long! Excellent storytelling, world building and writing. Super enjoyable and fun to read. Can’t wait for book 2.
November 6, 2017
I can't get enough of this author!
I am reading my way through all of his books and I always feel as if I know the characters. Please don't ever stop writing!
I am reading my way through all of his books and I always feel as if I know the characters. Please don't ever stop writing!
March 23, 2018
This is a great book
I waited entirely too long to read this. I like the other genre this author writes and was not sure I would like this book but it is great.
I waited entirely too long to read this. I like the other genre this author writes and was not sure I would like this book but it is great.
May 10, 2020
Thanos great fantasy read
Started ready at 12:30 today finished at 8:00 THomas Watson does fantasy as good as any I have read.im gonna enjoy the rest of this series great job
Started ready at 12:30 today finished at 8:00 THomas Watson does fantasy as good as any I have read.im gonna enjoy the rest of this series great job
December 27, 2023
Great
This is a very exciting story. The world building is amazing. I really enjoyed the characters as well. I couldn't put this book down.
This is a very exciting story. The world building is amazing. I really enjoyed the characters as well. I couldn't put this book down.
December 31, 2020
Awe inspiring story with a wondrous setting
This is an inspired tale of a time when humans were new to the world. A real fu n read that has something to enjoy for the entire family.
This is an inspired tale of a time when humans were new to the world. A real fu n read that has something to enjoy for the entire family.
January 12, 2016
What a rare find. Read finished reading this mere moments ago. I started reading this a couple of days ago and just could not put it down. Every spare moment, and there isn't a whole lot of it between balancing work, household chores, and family, was spent pouring over every page to find out what happens next. I love the characters of this story. The main character, Ahnon, is a very complex figure and I can tell the writer did a really great job fleshing him out so he is awesome but you understood his motivations too.
Kenna and Jedek are great characters as well. I was having fits with some of the conversation these two kids would have with Ahnon and some of the other characters.
i cannot wait until the next book. I am crossing my fingers and sending out good vibes that there will be another soon. I can imagine it in my head how Thanos is like and how the characters look like. It would be such a shame if I do not get to find out what happens to the Ahnon, Jedek and Kenna.
Kenna and Jedek are great characters as well. I was having fits with some of the conversation these two kids would have with Ahnon and some of the other characters.
i cannot wait until the next book. I am crossing my fingers and sending out good vibes that there will be another soon. I can imagine it in my head how Thanos is like and how the characters look like. It would be such a shame if I do not get to find out what happens to the Ahnon, Jedek and Kenna.
January 8, 2017
Being a fan of Thomas Watson’s, I had no idea what to expect with a fantasy book by him. I am not really a big reader of the fantasy genre but thought I would give it a shot because of the author and I am so glad I did! This was such an enjoyable story! I laughed…I cried…I cheered and I swore! It has everything in it from Griffons to dragons, from kings to wizards, love and hate and friendships that will pass the test of time! There is action and there are many tense moments when you’re not sure who is going to win! Thomas Watson has created such an entertaining world with this story that I couldn’t put it down. I must admit I thought it started on the slow side but once it got going…bam! I was in hook…line and sinker! Please do not let the word “fantasy” scare you off of this gem. I’m glad I didn’t. I definitely recommend this one to be added to everyone’s TBR list!
September 6, 2016
5 Star
An enchanting tale full of magic and mystery. A great plot with excellent character interaction. I started reading this while on vacation, and it was a struggle to put down to do anything else. This one will suck you right into the pages and keep you hooked from start to finish. I can't wait for book 2 to be released as I really want to know what happens next. I loved this book.
An enchanting tale full of magic and mystery. A great plot with excellent character interaction. I started reading this while on vacation, and it was a struggle to put down to do anything else. This one will suck you right into the pages and keep you hooked from start to finish. I can't wait for book 2 to be released as I really want to know what happens next. I loved this book.
July 5, 2015
Very Good Read
I've read all of Watson's other books and he is an excellent author. This was a great read and look forward to the rest of the series. It had a nice mythos and the characters were very well rounded. One of the better fantasy books I've read in the last five years.
I've read all of Watson's other books and he is an excellent author. This was a great read and look forward to the rest of the series. It had a nice mythos and the characters were very well rounded. One of the better fantasy books I've read in the last five years.
May 17, 2016
A different and exciting genre for Thomas A Watson!
I didn't know what to expect from Thanos, but like everything else Mr. Watson writes, it is a unique blend of humor and action with lovable characters who win you over. When is the next one coming out, kind sir? Please?
I didn't know what to expect from Thanos, but like everything else Mr. Watson writes, it is a unique blend of humor and action with lovable characters who win you over. When is the next one coming out, kind sir? Please?
November 3, 2016
Enjoyable read.
At first I had a hard time with the story but as the pages turned I quickly fell in love with the main people. I would recommend this book to my nephews and friends. I really enjoyed the twists of the plot and very much look forward to the next book.
At first I had a hard time with the story but as the pages turned I quickly fell in love with the main people. I would recommend this book to my nephews and friends. I really enjoyed the twists of the plot and very much look forward to the next book.
March 15, 2016
WOW
.Not much of a fantasy lover, but this one was a great one. Many times was laughing fool head off. The wit and banter do not disappoint. Very well written.
.Not much of a fantasy lover, but this one was a great one. Many times was laughing fool head off. The wit and banter do not disappoint. Very well written.
July 9, 2015
Hooked me again!
Loved the story. It did take me a bit to get into to it, after that I did not want to put it down. Looking forward to the next book.
Loved the story. It did take me a bit to get into to it, after that I did not want to put it down. Looking forward to the next book.
December 22, 2015
Great read.
Great read. When does the next one come out?
Eleven more words are required, so I am typing more words.
Great read. When does the next one come out?
Eleven more words are required, so I am typing more words.
February 29, 2016
Great
Thoroughly enjoyed the book, well worth a read! Can't wait for the second instalment which will hopefully be as good as the first
Thoroughly enjoyed the book, well worth a read! Can't wait for the second instalment which will hopefully be as good as the first
March 31, 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It has been a long time, too long, since I read a good fantasy novel and Thanos ticks all the boxes. The hero Ahnon is a brilliant character, good humour and very likeable. The plot is kept ticking over, it is solid with a good deal of action and interaction.
The ending was a bit abrupt for me but I do want to read the sequel which is always a good indicator that I've enjoyed a book.
Definitely a book that I'd recommend. I loved it.
The ending was a bit abrupt for me but I do want to read the sequel which is always a good indicator that I've enjoyed a book.
Definitely a book that I'd recommend. I loved it.
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