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The Fourth Age: Shadow Wars #2
Conspiracy
Bruno the Dwarf and Lithir the Elf are dispatched to investigate the Dwarven and Elven connections within the plot to kill Prince Alfrahil. Centuries of distrust between their races must be overcome if they are to be successful in their mission. Journey with an unlikely duo as they penetrate into the Dwarven mines of Nerea; where they are confronted by a maniacal religious sect. The Flame Priests’ lust for power threatens to consume all Dwarves with their racial hatred towards Elves and Men, and they vow to stop Bruno and Lithir at any price. Later, the North Forest Elves seem inviting at first, but Bruno and Lithir soon learn that it is an elaborate ruse and treachery soon stalks them at every turn. Desperate to learn the secrets of an ancient seer our duo travels deep into the wild forest where they face their most dire challenges yet.
How will they escape the traps set for them by their own peoples to bear their hard won secrets back to their lords? Conspiracy, the next episode in the Shadow Wars series, is filled with innovative magic and takes the reader on an epic journey into the realms of Dwarves and Elves, where Bruno and Lithir must rely on each other to survive if they have any hope of fulfilling their mission.
How will they escape the traps set for them by their own peoples to bear their hard won secrets back to their lords? Conspiracy, the next episode in the Shadow Wars series, is filled with innovative magic and takes the reader on an epic journey into the realms of Dwarves and Elves, where Bruno and Lithir must rely on each other to survive if they have any hope of fulfilling their mission.
- GenresFantasy
160 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 6, 2016
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About the author
David N. Pauly
25 books10 followersDavid Pauly grew up in Winnetka, IL, attending the University of Wisconsin—Madison, majoring in History. Working for a year as a Domino’s Pizza manager convinced him of the need for higher education, so he attended Washington and Lee University School of Law.
Moving to New Mexico David opened his own law practice in 1992 and remains a solo practitioner.
During a sabbatical in Paris, David attended Le Cordon Bleu, earning certificates in pastry and cuisine. Recently married, he and his wife Anne have several furry children, but no human children as of yet.
Interests include cooking, weather forecasting, martial arts, writing obviously and Japanese swords.
Moving to New Mexico David opened his own law practice in 1992 and remains a solo practitioner.
During a sabbatical in Paris, David attended Le Cordon Bleu, earning certificates in pastry and cuisine. Recently married, he and his wife Anne have several furry children, but no human children as of yet.
Interests include cooking, weather forecasting, martial arts, writing obviously and Japanese swords.
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April 29, 2018
Even better than Assassins!
This is the 2nd book in this series, and it's even better than the first. I remember comparing the first to AD&D, and this still is extremely reminiscent of the game. It also reminds me of Lord of the Rings. It's resplendent with myth and dwarves and elves! I love these creatures and their different mythical worlds and lives, and i love seeing how each author finds ways to bring them to life. In the first book, we encountered men, and i suspect the next we will again, but not so much here. Which was just fine... the dwarves and elves were fantastic and amazing! I truly enjoyed this book, read it in just a couple if sittings, and highly recommend it as must-read material for all fantasy lovers!!
This is the 2nd book in this series, and it's even better than the first. I remember comparing the first to AD&D, and this still is extremely reminiscent of the game. It also reminds me of Lord of the Rings. It's resplendent with myth and dwarves and elves! I love these creatures and their different mythical worlds and lives, and i love seeing how each author finds ways to bring them to life. In the first book, we encountered men, and i suspect the next we will again, but not so much here. Which was just fine... the dwarves and elves were fantastic and amazing! I truly enjoyed this book, read it in just a couple if sittings, and highly recommend it as must-read material for all fantasy lovers!!
September 29, 2018
Compelling Story
I gave it 5 stars even tho at times the story drags without enough imagery or action to hold my interest, and just when I think the plot has skinnied out—-boom—-I’m sucked back in. It truly is a good read... ready for book 3
I gave it 5 stars even tho at times the story drags without enough imagery or action to hold my interest, and just when I think the plot has skinnied out—-boom—-I’m sucked back in. It truly is a good read... ready for book 3
October 25, 2023
Very detailed in it's plot and worth the read. Planning on reading the next one right away to see where it goes.
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