Fatemarked Origins: Volume II

by David Estes

n the spirit of fantasy epics like George R.R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones and Brandon Sanderson’s The Way of Kings, The Fatemarked Epic promises immaculate world building, an ancient prophecy, a mysterious source of magic, a diverse cast of characters, war, political intrigue, and romance. Five Fatemarked short stories capturing the origins of some of the most pivotal and loved characters in the epic fantasy series, bringing the world of David Estes’ creation to life in a whole new way. The creation of the fatemarks, a brewing rebellion in the fighting pits of Zune, a romp into the Hinterlands, the gathering of Teran slaves, and the start of the southern plague. Includes the origin stories of Bear Blackboots, Viper Sandes, Heinrich Gäric (first Crimean explorer to discover the Four Kingdoms), Shanti Parthena Laude, and Chavos (the Beggar).

Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Magic, Adventure

243 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 22, 2017

About the author

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David Estes has written more than 40 science fiction and fantasy books. He loves chatting with his readers, all of whom he considers to be his friends. David lives in Hawaii with his beautiful Aussie wife, Adele, his moody cats, Bailey and Luna, and his rambunctious sons, Beau and Brody.

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Books by David Estes:

-The Fatemarked Epic- For fans of A Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, and The Way of Kings! Four kingdoms. A century-old war. One ancient prophecy that could change everything.

-The Kingfall Histories- a follow up series to the #1 Amazon bestselling series, The Fatemarked Epic

-Strings- “A wonderful retelling of the Pinocchio story…I simply couldn’t put this book down.”—Rysa Walker, bestselling author of TIMEBOUND

-The Dwellers Saga and the Country Saga. Voted books to read if you enjoyed the Hunger Games on Buzzfeed and Listopia.

-Salem's Revenge trilogy- the witch apocalypse begins!

-Slip Trilogy- "Someone must die before another can be born..."

-The Adventures of Nikki Powergloves- Kid superheroes? 'Nuff said.

Reviews

[David Estes]

Fatemarked Origins: Volume II is now included for FREE when you buy Truthmarked. These origins stories are the Postludes at the end of the novel. Enjoy!

[Karen’s Library · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this as a beta read and will give a full review when I've read the final copy! Loved these stories!

[Lema · Rating 2 out of 5]

Didn’t add anything to the story, I was mostly skimming to get it over with.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

In story # 1 Young Henry loses his mother aka the Western Oracle to a violent death when he is but a child.He leads a impossibly long and very lonely life due to a spell his mother placed upon him before her death.Henry over the years grows in the legendary figure known as Bear Blackboots.

The second story depicts the young boy Chavos transformation into the plague bringer simply known as the beggar.

In the third stanza Heinrich leads a expedition into a strange and mysterious land where along with his men he and them will be put to the ultimate test of survival.

In the fourth story Shanti Pathena Laude learns a valuable lesson from her father at a early age.

In the final story we learn how Viper Sandes raised a formidable army in the lowliest of fighting pits.

[Lucee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I usually can't stand it when a series has between-book novellas, but this series has made it one of my favorite aspects of the story. My understanding of the history of the world and characters grow with every individual story, which is exactly what a novella should do. I look forward to seeing what character stories we get in the next origin chapter!

[Victoria Zigler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I fell in love with the main characters from these stories during the main books of the series, so enjoyed learning more about their pasts in these tales. The stories in this collection make a great addition to the series, as well as being entertaining reads in their own right.

[JustBooks · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you love this series like I do, you must read the addendum books to the main ones that gives you more insight of your favorite characters! In fact I recommend reading these books as it will help you understand why a character behaves the way they do.

[Shikha · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you love this series like I do, you must read the addendum books to the main ones that gives you more insight of your favorite characters! In fact I recommend reading these books as it will help you understand why a character behaves the way they do.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must keep reading!

[Think · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it, of course.

[Heather Knight · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cool to see the back story of some of the legend s.

[Todd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting short stories filling in some of the blanks of the history behind a handful of the supporting characters from the Fatemarked series

[Evil Secret Ninja · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is nice that this book was included at the end of the e-book. It has the origins of some of the characters. It was fun and interesting it adds to the world of the series