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The Morus Chronicles #3
The Tower Below
Book Three of the Morus Chronicles
Now a trained treasure hunter, Ethan Morus finds himself and his closest companions on the run. The Dark. The Light. Even the police are hunting for him. The loss of the Spirit of Steel proved what most believed all along, that a trained treasure hunter is more dangerous than the Dark itself. To set the world right again, Ethan must find an artifact so powerful, the details remain secret to even the highest ranking wizards and alvar.
As Ethan’s enemies grow in power, the world continues to darken. He knows he must locate the ancient artifact, but fears the impact of its terrible power in the wrong hands. Will the temptation be too much for his most trusted allies to resist? Join Ethan on his most dangerous adventure yet, and stay by his side as the Dark spreads terror and despair. Can the fading Light beat back the darkness? Or is all hope lost?
Now a trained treasure hunter, Ethan Morus finds himself and his closest companions on the run. The Dark. The Light. Even the police are hunting for him. The loss of the Spirit of Steel proved what most believed all along, that a trained treasure hunter is more dangerous than the Dark itself. To set the world right again, Ethan must find an artifact so powerful, the details remain secret to even the highest ranking wizards and alvar.
As Ethan’s enemies grow in power, the world continues to darken. He knows he must locate the ancient artifact, but fears the impact of its terrible power in the wrong hands. Will the temptation be too much for his most trusted allies to resist? Join Ethan on his most dangerous adventure yet, and stay by his side as the Dark spreads terror and despair. Can the fading Light beat back the darkness? Or is all hope lost?
268 pages, Paperback
Published December 2, 2016
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About the author
J.R. Roper
17 books136 followersJ.R. Roper is the author of The Morus Chronicles, a fantasy series for middle grade readers. The Hunter Awakens, The Spirit of Steel, The Tower Below, and The Silver Spear are now available along with a collection of short stories titled Mel & the Black Rider. Roper's work has appeared in ChildGood Magazine, Families First Monthly, and in anthologies by Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing, Horrified Press, and Thirteen O'Clock Press. His essay, Over The Edge, was published in Imagine This! An ArtPrize Anthology Volume 3, and nominated for a Pushcart Prize.
Awards include a 2017 Children's Literary Classics Award, 2016 Moonbeam Award for best series, a FOREWORD REVIEWS' 2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award Finalist, a 2015 Children's Literary Classics Award , 2015 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Award for Children's Action, and the Best Children's Novel of 2014: Preditors & Editors Readers' Poll.
Awards include a 2017 Children's Literary Classics Award, 2016 Moonbeam Award for best series, a FOREWORD REVIEWS' 2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award Finalist, a 2015 Children's Literary Classics Award , 2015 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Award for Children's Action, and the Best Children's Novel of 2014: Preditors & Editors Readers' Poll.
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April 8, 2017
Ethan’s visit to his grandparents just keeps getting more and more intense as his world has been turned upside down and inside out as he becomes a trained treasure hunter and now everyone is after him! Is he as dangerous as is believed? His mission now, besides staying alive and uncaptured is to find the world’s most powerful artifact, an artifact that holds more secrets than even the most powerful beings know of. The race is on to keep it from the hands of the Dark, but can this object tempt even the most honorable of allies? The power of the Dark is growing and the world is at its mercy as Ethan races against all odds to set things right. Talk about pressure! Talk about having the weight of the world on his young shoulders? Is Ethan up for the task?
Hang on tight as J.R. Roper puts Ethan under the gun again in THE TOWER BELOW, a middlegrade fantasy adventure that will thrill readers of ALL ages! As with the previous books in this series, J.R. Roper gives us his all and brings Ethan to life, a little older, a little wiser and in a lot more trouble!
Fall into this tale, feel the tension, the determination and the clash of forces beyond our knowing as we ride the roller coaster of magic and mayhem along with Ethan and his friends. Watch Ethan come of age, learn the magic of travel through portals and feel part of the group as they banter back and forth and give each other strength or a stern talking to if needed. Get ready to grab the edge of your seat, to help seek the answers Ethan needs, just don’t forget he can’t hear you!
This is the kind of creative reading children (and adults) need to flex their own imaginations! Start to finish, this entire series is a keeper!
I received this copy from J. R. Roper in exchange for my honest review.
Series: The Morus Chronicles - Book 3
Publisher: CHBB Publishing (December 1, 2016)
Publication Date: December 1, 2016
Genre: Middlegrade Fantasy
Print Length: 160 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
Hang on tight as J.R. Roper puts Ethan under the gun again in THE TOWER BELOW, a middlegrade fantasy adventure that will thrill readers of ALL ages! As with the previous books in this series, J.R. Roper gives us his all and brings Ethan to life, a little older, a little wiser and in a lot more trouble!
Fall into this tale, feel the tension, the determination and the clash of forces beyond our knowing as we ride the roller coaster of magic and mayhem along with Ethan and his friends. Watch Ethan come of age, learn the magic of travel through portals and feel part of the group as they banter back and forth and give each other strength or a stern talking to if needed. Get ready to grab the edge of your seat, to help seek the answers Ethan needs, just don’t forget he can’t hear you!
This is the kind of creative reading children (and adults) need to flex their own imaginations! Start to finish, this entire series is a keeper!
I received this copy from J. R. Roper in exchange for my honest review.
Series: The Morus Chronicles - Book 3
Publisher: CHBB Publishing (December 1, 2016)
Publication Date: December 1, 2016
Genre: Middlegrade Fantasy
Print Length: 160 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
October 21, 2017
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite
In The Tower Below from J.R. Roper’s fantasy series, The Morus Chronicles, fourteen-year-old treasure hunter, Ethan Morus, and guardians of The Light search for another ancient artifact. This is very significant because its powerful secrets were even withheld from senior wizards. Lord Dehric, the leader of the Dark, is desperate to learn the treasure’s knowledge and tries to lure Ethan to do evil.
Ethan gets a vision from Lady Aillte containing clues to the artifact so the group journeys to The City of Light. They observe people suddenly shifting to the Dark, including allies. The treasure hunter soon encounters life-threatening obstacles and wonders if he can complete the mission. He also develops doubts about a few of his own group members who display shadowy behavior.
“Expect the unexpected and trust no-one” when reading J.R. Roper’s series, The Morus Chronicles. The Tower Below, Book Three, is an exciting children’s fantasy and science fiction tale. I’ve read the previous books in the series and recommend the same to understand the purpose of treasure hunters and alvars. The characters are uncanny ones, like stone snakes. Destry, Ethan’s feisty little sister, is handy with a slingshot and her sharp retorts are amusing.
The novel is an intriguing adventure that never lags behind. It’s easy to catch on with relevant information of past activities. J.R. Roper is a talented author who holds an audience with superb, original storytelling. Teens will not regret reading The Tower Below and the other books in The Morus Chronicles.
In The Tower Below from J.R. Roper’s fantasy series, The Morus Chronicles, fourteen-year-old treasure hunter, Ethan Morus, and guardians of The Light search for another ancient artifact. This is very significant because its powerful secrets were even withheld from senior wizards. Lord Dehric, the leader of the Dark, is desperate to learn the treasure’s knowledge and tries to lure Ethan to do evil.
Ethan gets a vision from Lady Aillte containing clues to the artifact so the group journeys to The City of Light. They observe people suddenly shifting to the Dark, including allies. The treasure hunter soon encounters life-threatening obstacles and wonders if he can complete the mission. He also develops doubts about a few of his own group members who display shadowy behavior.
“Expect the unexpected and trust no-one” when reading J.R. Roper’s series, The Morus Chronicles. The Tower Below, Book Three, is an exciting children’s fantasy and science fiction tale. I’ve read the previous books in the series and recommend the same to understand the purpose of treasure hunters and alvars. The characters are uncanny ones, like stone snakes. Destry, Ethan’s feisty little sister, is handy with a slingshot and her sharp retorts are amusing.
The novel is an intriguing adventure that never lags behind. It’s easy to catch on with relevant information of past activities. J.R. Roper is a talented author who holds an audience with superb, original storytelling. Teens will not regret reading The Tower Below and the other books in The Morus Chronicles.
June 27, 2017
In Book Three of the Morus Chronicles readers are whisked away to a fantastic fantasy adventure as Ethan Morus and friends experience their greatest challenge yet. Ethan, a treasure hunter, and his friends are on the run. Everyone, including the police, are looking for them. There’s a matter of an artifact which has power beyond imagination. The Dark want him for treasure hunting, the Light want to keep him from finding anything and the police are after him for... well... this little matter of blowing up his school... and more. A fluid read, with back-to-back action-packed moments and vividly penned scenes, readers will be thoroughly immersed in this book which earns our Seal of Approval. The Tower Below is recommended for home and school libraries.
November 28, 2016
I received this book from the author but this did not influence my review.
The Tower Below is packed with emotion, action, and suspense that left me eagerly anticipating what will become of my favorite hero and his friends.
If you’ve read The Morus Chronicles to this point, you know that J.R. Roper weaves a magical tale with expert precision. He has a unique ability to bring the elements of myth, fantasy, and reality together to create a captivating story for people of all ages. The Tower Below is no different. This story kept me guessing about who would do what and how it would all unravel or come together. I love getting lost in a book and I was absolutely engulfed in this one; complete with nail biting and talking out loud to myself and anyone who would listen. There is nothing about this story that isn’t awesome. I love how Mel and Ethan are changing through the series. I love Destry’s feistiness, her humor, and strength. Oh! As a reader, I love the lesson about the portals. It is truly a unique addition to this fantastic world created by the author. It is an ingenious mode of travel! The best things about this story, and the other books in The Morus Chronicles, are all the little details.
***Review has been done in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official. For more information regarding our reviews please visit our Fan Site: www.facebook.com/NerdGirl.NG***
The Tower Below is packed with emotion, action, and suspense that left me eagerly anticipating what will become of my favorite hero and his friends.
If you’ve read The Morus Chronicles to this point, you know that J.R. Roper weaves a magical tale with expert precision. He has a unique ability to bring the elements of myth, fantasy, and reality together to create a captivating story for people of all ages. The Tower Below is no different. This story kept me guessing about who would do what and how it would all unravel or come together. I love getting lost in a book and I was absolutely engulfed in this one; complete with nail biting and talking out loud to myself and anyone who would listen. There is nothing about this story that isn’t awesome. I love how Mel and Ethan are changing through the series. I love Destry’s feistiness, her humor, and strength. Oh! As a reader, I love the lesson about the portals. It is truly a unique addition to this fantastic world created by the author. It is an ingenious mode of travel! The best things about this story, and the other books in The Morus Chronicles, are all the little details.
***Review has been done in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official. For more information regarding our reviews please visit our Fan Site: www.facebook.com/NerdGirl.NG***
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