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The Windmaster Novels #2
Windmaster Legacy
Ellspeth and the dark-haired archmage Dal, escort his mother to her ancestral lands. Their plans change when mercenaries under the control of a rogue mage attack. Dal's mother is fatally wounded. Ellspeth is captured and her sole hope for escape is Nobyn, an untrained wizard going through the throes of awakening magic. However, Nobyn is Bashim's apprentice and under the mage's total control.
Dal must make an impossible decision -- Rescue Ellspeth, save his mother, or thwart Bashim's plans. As archmage, Dal might be able to survive killing the future of magic, but as a man could he live with the knowledge he caused the death of a loved one.
Dal must make an impossible decision -- Rescue Ellspeth, save his mother, or thwart Bashim's plans. As archmage, Dal might be able to survive killing the future of magic, but as a man could he live with the knowledge he caused the death of a loved one.
252 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 3, 2012
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Helen B. Henderson
24 books20 followersAlthough I wrote fiction for myself as long as I can remember, and been a professional writer for many years, pursuing publication for my fiction is a more recent endeavor. As a person, I have tried to find a balance between my typical Gemini characteristics. My heritage is also a reflection of contrasts -- the descendent of a coal-miner's daughter and an aviation flight engineer. I grew up knowing the simple life on a farm, yet my professional career was designing computers.
This dichotomy shows in my writing which crosses genres. Fantasy and science fiction is written to the lilting tunes of Celtic harp and flute. While the Ashokan Farewell calls forth the muse for historical adventures and westerns.
My published non-fiction in regional and national publications covers antiques, travel, history, and several articles on battlefield archeology (yes, I do know the subject and have participated in digs using both traditional screen and trowel methods and the new-fangled metal detectors). I'm also proud of my local histories, "Matawan and Aberdeen - Of Town and Field" and "Around Matawan & Aberdeen," both published under the Arcadia Press imprint. The most-recent book, "From the Back Street to Main Street - A Chronicle of the Methodist Community of Middletown Point" celebrated 180 years of a local organization.
Join me as we journey among the stars, to the past both near and far, or to worlds of imagination. I love to hear from readers so feel free to use the buttons below.
This dichotomy shows in my writing which crosses genres. Fantasy and science fiction is written to the lilting tunes of Celtic harp and flute. While the Ashokan Farewell calls forth the muse for historical adventures and westerns.
My published non-fiction in regional and national publications covers antiques, travel, history, and several articles on battlefield archeology (yes, I do know the subject and have participated in digs using both traditional screen and trowel methods and the new-fangled metal detectors). I'm also proud of my local histories, "Matawan and Aberdeen - Of Town and Field" and "Around Matawan & Aberdeen," both published under the Arcadia Press imprint. The most-recent book, "From the Back Street to Main Street - A Chronicle of the Methodist Community of Middletown Point" celebrated 180 years of a local organization.
Join me as we journey among the stars, to the past both near and far, or to worlds of imagination. I love to hear from readers so feel free to use the buttons below.
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March 21, 2020
Windmaster Legacy (The Windmaster Novels Book 2) by Helen Henderson
“Windmaster Legacy” begins with a fair bit of drama around Ellspeth. If you haven’t read book 1, “Windmaster,” this will give you a clear picture of Ellspeth’s character. She is a strong, well-balanced woman who lives a bit too much in her head. However, she has also turned this into a strength by weighing and balancing the situations around her before she reacts.
Lord Dal, an ex-mercenary, who has gained the position of Archmage over all territories, is about to become handfasted to Ellspeth, a sea captain in her own right. It’s been said for all time that magic and the sea don’t mix. Lord Dal and Ellspeth are taking on the challenge to put that misconception to rest.
Their mutual friend King Fraunces of the Second Kingdom has commissioned them to imbue his new ship Windmaster with all modes of magical protection. On Windmaster’s maiden voyage Dal and Ellspeth have a two-fold mission. To escort Dal’s mother, Eilidh, on her final journey back to her ancestral lands, and secondly to bring back a special passenger on behest of the King. It’s all smooth sailing at sea, however, once they are on solid land again, things slowly start falling apart.
When Ellspeth is captured by an evil mage with visions of grandeur, he blocks Dal’s and Ellspeth’s ethereal connection using black magic. During the abduction Dal’s mother is severely injured. It’s all Barris, Dal’s young apprentice mage, can do to keep Eilidh alive until Dal arrives. Once Eilidh is stable, Dal leaves her in Barris’s reliable hands. He’s a smart young man who thinks outside the box, he refuses to let Lord Dal down so he perseveres above and beyond to figure out why Eilidh keeps relapsing.
So now the race is on to try to find Ellspeth. The Fàlaire, magical beasts that look like huge horses play a large part in this book. We get to know several of them by name. The storyline is a rollercoaster of plot twists as no one is in any one place for very long. Dal is all over the countryside always two steps behind the demented mage and his minions. Ellspeth can do nothing with iron manacles on her hands and feet which allow little movement. She must gain Nobyn’s, Bashim's apprentice mage, to help them both escape Bashim’s control, and then hope beyond all hope that Dal is able to locate them before Bashim catches up with them.
I love this series! The characters come to life and jump into your heart. Except for Bashim. You’ll want to see him burn in the pits of hellfire.
FYI: “Windmaster Legacy” is book 2 in Ms. Henderson’s The Windmaster Novels, following “Windmaster.” **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** February 19, 2020
Format/Typo Issues: Nothing to note.
“Windmaster Legacy” begins with a fair bit of drama around Ellspeth. If you haven’t read book 1, “Windmaster,” this will give you a clear picture of Ellspeth’s character. She is a strong, well-balanced woman who lives a bit too much in her head. However, she has also turned this into a strength by weighing and balancing the situations around her before she reacts.
Lord Dal, an ex-mercenary, who has gained the position of Archmage over all territories, is about to become handfasted to Ellspeth, a sea captain in her own right. It’s been said for all time that magic and the sea don’t mix. Lord Dal and Ellspeth are taking on the challenge to put that misconception to rest.
Their mutual friend King Fraunces of the Second Kingdom has commissioned them to imbue his new ship Windmaster with all modes of magical protection. On Windmaster’s maiden voyage Dal and Ellspeth have a two-fold mission. To escort Dal’s mother, Eilidh, on her final journey back to her ancestral lands, and secondly to bring back a special passenger on behest of the King. It’s all smooth sailing at sea, however, once they are on solid land again, things slowly start falling apart.
When Ellspeth is captured by an evil mage with visions of grandeur, he blocks Dal’s and Ellspeth’s ethereal connection using black magic. During the abduction Dal’s mother is severely injured. It’s all Barris, Dal’s young apprentice mage, can do to keep Eilidh alive until Dal arrives. Once Eilidh is stable, Dal leaves her in Barris’s reliable hands. He’s a smart young man who thinks outside the box, he refuses to let Lord Dal down so he perseveres above and beyond to figure out why Eilidh keeps relapsing.
So now the race is on to try to find Ellspeth. The Fàlaire, magical beasts that look like huge horses play a large part in this book. We get to know several of them by name. The storyline is a rollercoaster of plot twists as no one is in any one place for very long. Dal is all over the countryside always two steps behind the demented mage and his minions. Ellspeth can do nothing with iron manacles on her hands and feet which allow little movement. She must gain Nobyn’s, Bashim's apprentice mage, to help them both escape Bashim’s control, and then hope beyond all hope that Dal is able to locate them before Bashim catches up with them.
I love this series! The characters come to life and jump into your heart. Except for Bashim. You’ll want to see him burn in the pits of hellfire.
FYI: “Windmaster Legacy” is book 2 in Ms. Henderson’s The Windmaster Novels, following “Windmaster.” **Originally written for "BigAl’s Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy.** February 19, 2020
Format/Typo Issues: Nothing to note.
August 4, 2023
Helen B. Henderson weaves a fantasy world like a sunset painting … but add swords and a handsome hero! I look forward to reading more from this author. If you enjoy fantasy or sword/magic in your books than I’d highly recommend Windmaster Legacy. FULL REVIEW - https://thetbrpile.weebly.com/reviews...
December 28, 2012
In Windmaster Legacy, Helen B Henderson takes up where she left off in Windmaster, her stellar first book in this duo. Newly-weds, archmage Lord Dal and his wife Ellspeth set out to escort his mother to her ancestral lands. Their plans change when mercenaries under the control of a rogue mage, Bashim, attack. Dal's mother is severely wounded and Ellspeth is captured. Her sole hope for escape is Nobyn, an untrained wizard going through the throes of awakening magic. However, Nobyn is Bashim's apprentice and under the mage's total control.
Dal must make an impossible decision between rescuing his wife, curing his mother, or thwarting Bashim's plans. More than who lives or dies is at stake. He might be able to live with his responsibility for the death of a loved one, but he dare risk destroying the future of all magic?
Dal must make an impossible decision between rescuing his wife, curing his mother, or thwarting Bashim's plans. More than who lives or dies is at stake. He might be able to live with his responsibility for the death of a loved one, but he dare risk destroying the future of all magic?
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Magical Journey - Fascinating story and wonderful characters make for a great read. Sit back, let your imagination flow, and enjoy! L.F.
Magical Journey - Fascinating story and wonderful characters make for a great read. Sit back, let your imagination flow, and enjoy! L.F.
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