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Path of the Warrior: Falcon Chronicle Entry 1
Murder, sacrifice, vengeance. Secrets and the art of war.
In early Korea, Land of the Morning Calm, an angry general exiles Tae Chisun for killing a traitor. Willing to sacrifice his life, his love, and his future for his people, Tae puts everything on the bartering table before yet another enemy. He may lose more than his life, setting in motion a ripple through the world that only time will reveal as good or evil.
So begins the journey of a hero who dares tread the Path of the Warrior in the tradition of apprentices and masters from the beginning of time.This first companion entry will please readers of Patrick Carr's The Shock of Night.
Book Excerpt:
Paekche lifted his hand. The men holding Tae’s arms stiffened, their fingers binding as steel. The sixth guard stepped forward, a moon-blade halberd in his hands.
Tae bowed his head. He had one thing left to lose. Master of lights, with whom there is no shifting shadow. ... Give me your tiger’s heart, the heart of your son. ...
“Speak, if you wish me to hear.”
“Your pardon, honorable Kuksun. I said, ‘I will walk to the Master of the Stars.’”
Paekche snorted and stroked the medallion resting against his silk-clad chest.
Tae blinked and drew a deep breath. “My Kuksun—Paekche Kim—my father, do not believe crooked tongues who seek their own power. They would see you fall and take your place. I have silenced Woon Chong.”
Paekche’s mouth twitched and his hand tightened on the medallion. “A treacherous murderer speaks wisdom. Your words I will heed.” He gestured, and with a rustle of the guard’s robe the moon-blade loomed above Tae.
If my Kuksun were not blind … but he may yet see—when it is too late. My lord, Master of the stars, have mercy on us. Tae choked on a thickness in his throat. Huen. “My Kuksun, give Huen my sword and my mother’s land.” If he could be calm ... there would be time, after his death, for Paekche to think again.
Tae found his hands shook and straightened his arms, pushing against the hold of Paekche’s men on either side.
Escape would be quick. One twist left, a spin and a kick to the knee; a strike of the sword taken from the guard on his left who kept licking his lips—then he would be free. His executioner would fall in his own blood and the moon-blade would be in his hands.
Rigid, Tae leaned forward.
They were only loyal. Paekche did not mean to surrender—he would need every man to hold the wall.
Crossover: Find the Eternal, the Adventure
In early Korea, Land of the Morning Calm, an angry general exiles Tae Chisun for killing a traitor. Willing to sacrifice his life, his love, and his future for his people, Tae puts everything on the bartering table before yet another enemy. He may lose more than his life, setting in motion a ripple through the world that only time will reveal as good or evil.
So begins the journey of a hero who dares tread the Path of the Warrior in the tradition of apprentices and masters from the beginning of time.This first companion entry will please readers of Patrick Carr's The Shock of Night.
Book Excerpt:
Paekche lifted his hand. The men holding Tae’s arms stiffened, their fingers binding as steel. The sixth guard stepped forward, a moon-blade halberd in his hands.
Tae bowed his head. He had one thing left to lose. Master of lights, with whom there is no shifting shadow. ... Give me your tiger’s heart, the heart of your son. ...
“Speak, if you wish me to hear.”
“Your pardon, honorable Kuksun. I said, ‘I will walk to the Master of the Stars.’”
Paekche snorted and stroked the medallion resting against his silk-clad chest.
Tae blinked and drew a deep breath. “My Kuksun—Paekche Kim—my father, do not believe crooked tongues who seek their own power. They would see you fall and take your place. I have silenced Woon Chong.”
Paekche’s mouth twitched and his hand tightened on the medallion. “A treacherous murderer speaks wisdom. Your words I will heed.” He gestured, and with a rustle of the guard’s robe the moon-blade loomed above Tae.
If my Kuksun were not blind … but he may yet see—when it is too late. My lord, Master of the stars, have mercy on us. Tae choked on a thickness in his throat. Huen. “My Kuksun, give Huen my sword and my mother’s land.” If he could be calm ... there would be time, after his death, for Paekche to think again.
Tae found his hands shook and straightened his arms, pushing against the hold of Paekche’s men on either side.
Escape would be quick. One twist left, a spin and a kick to the knee; a strike of the sword taken from the guard on his left who kept licking his lips—then he would be free. His executioner would fall in his own blood and the moon-blade would be in his hands.
Rigid, Tae leaned forward.
They were only loyal. Paekche did not mean to surrender—he would need every man to hold the wall.
Crossover: Find the Eternal, the Adventure
50 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 14, 2015
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A satisfying, happy ending, the fate of the world, and story tension fascinates her. She explores how to shape words so they wield meaning.
Every word holds the force of an arrow, shot either for good or ill. A well-placed bolt can protect, defend, and encourage. Every day is a good day to fight for the kingdom!
Her debut Noblebright fantasy novel was released in 2015. When she isn’t writing her next magic free series you can find her growing things, raiding bookstores, or hiking the wild.
Her website is the hub for all her books, news, and reader resources. https://azaleadabill.com
Or find my books at your favorite retailer pretty much wherever books are sold.
You can find me on:
GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/azaleadabill
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/azalea.dabill
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azaleadabil...
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Happy reading!
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May 24, 2021
This short story provides background that enhances the Falcon Chronicle I tale.
January 17, 2025
Interesting historical fiction short story (it says historical fantasy, but if there are fantasy elements they are so subtle I didn't catch them). I've never read anything from this time period in Korea before, and it was really interesting to see how Tae responded to the Christian missionary he met in China. I took one star off because there is a key scene where I was really confused about what happened and why one character attacked another.
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