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The Seven Signs #3
The Old Man of the Temple
With the Conclave shattered from within, the fate of all Eldath hangs in the balance.
Fugitives from the place they once called home, Dormael and his friends flee the Conclave with the armlet in their possession. Hounded by their former allies, they undertake a dangerous trek to an ancient ruin, a place where the only things older than the stones are the secrets buried beneath them. With enemies on all sides, the party searches for the key to unlocking the mystery of the Nar’doroc—but they’re not the only ones seeking its power.
The shadows of antiquity can conceal terrible truths.
Will they discover the origins of the ancient weapon, or be destroyed by those who wish its power for themselves?
Fugitives from the place they once called home, Dormael and his friends flee the Conclave with the armlet in their possession. Hounded by their former allies, they undertake a dangerous trek to an ancient ruin, a place where the only things older than the stones are the secrets buried beneath them. With enemies on all sides, the party searches for the key to unlocking the mystery of the Nar’doroc—but they’re not the only ones seeking its power.
The shadows of antiquity can conceal terrible truths.
Will they discover the origins of the ancient weapon, or be destroyed by those who wish its power for themselves?
334 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 17, 2017
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D.W. Hawkins
16 books106 followersD.W. Hawkins haunts the badlands of southern Arizona and Sonora, Mexico. Sightings in the wild are rare, and this creature should be approached with caution. If you insist on pursuing this dangerous animal, you can find out more about him by visiting his website.
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July 27, 2020🎁 Books 1 -3 in the Series are FREE on Amazon today (7/27/2020)! 🎁
July 12, 2017
So well written the pages of battle sequences are brilliant.
This writer should be at the top in fantasy authors.
Please hurry with the next installment of this amazing story.
This writer should be at the top in fantasy authors.
Please hurry with the next installment of this amazing story.
July 12, 2017
Unputdownabale
Brilliant, can't wait for the next one, seriously as an avid fantasy reader this is up there with the best
Brilliant, can't wait for the next one, seriously as an avid fantasy reader this is up there with the best
May 19, 2017
I'm gutted
I have now got to wait for the next book,
The characters have now begun to come alive
My heart was in my mouth when I thought they
Were on the verge of death, so well written
Very descriptive, you feel you are there
Read and enjoy, please hurry with the next
one
I have now got to wait for the next book,
The characters have now begun to come alive
My heart was in my mouth when I thought they
Were on the verge of death, so well written
Very descriptive, you feel you are there
Read and enjoy, please hurry with the next
one
October 9, 2020
The Old Man of the Temple, the 3rd book of the Seven Signs series starts with a bang and keeps on going. I'm really growing attached to Shawna, D'Jenn, Allen, Bethany and Doramel after spending the past three books reading about their exploits. Each of the characters is growing and developing in their own ways.
D.W. Hawkins is a strong writer who paints vivid pictures of the world in which his story is set. If I had to knit pick anything it would be there can be a bit of repetition in the battle sequences, but when they're 20% of the book that's bound to happen.
I'd highly recommend the Seven Signs series to anyone who likes dark fantasy. This is a story that only gets better with each book.
D.W. Hawkins is a strong writer who paints vivid pictures of the world in which his story is set. If I had to knit pick anything it would be there can be a bit of repetition in the battle sequences, but when they're 20% of the book that's bound to happen.
I'd highly recommend the Seven Signs series to anyone who likes dark fantasy. This is a story that only gets better with each book.
September 10, 2019
I liked the first, loved the second and am now obsessed by how the series will end! The Old man of the Temple continuous the story of Dormael, D’jenn, Shawna, Bethany and Allen.
D.W. Hawkins does a great job with the world building and the character development. The interaction between the characters is simply amazing and realistic. You see how they warm up to each other, get to know each other and learn from each other during the long hours on the road.
The story is astonishing, it develops at just the right pace; the odds between good and evil are ever in balance, leaving you on edge in hope that it will all turn out well (it will, right? I so hope it will).
D.W. Hawkins does a great job with the world building and the character development. The interaction between the characters is simply amazing and realistic. You see how they warm up to each other, get to know each other and learn from each other during the long hours on the road.
The story is astonishing, it develops at just the right pace; the odds between good and evil are ever in balance, leaving you on edge in hope that it will all turn out well (it will, right? I so hope it will).
July 27, 2017
Engaging, detailed, properly paced
I've read too many kindle unlimited books that speed through characters attaining skills, powers and so on.
This is the total opposite as a series.
Care and attention has been paid when fighting happens, when skills are attained, and when events occur. This gives a satisfaction in reading that I like a lot.
Its a great series and deserves to be up there with many of the best in fantasy.
Thanks Mr Hawkins.
I've read too many kindle unlimited books that speed through characters attaining skills, powers and so on.
This is the total opposite as a series.
Care and attention has been paid when fighting happens, when skills are attained, and when events occur. This gives a satisfaction in reading that I like a lot.
Its a great series and deserves to be up there with many of the best in fantasy.
Thanks Mr Hawkins.
June 5, 2020
This series is so much fun to read! I have thoroughly enjoyed Dormael and D'Jenn's journey. Each book delves in to the secrets for the Conclave and it's surrounding world. You'll find twists and turn when you least expect it, likable characters, witty banter, awesome magic systems and frenzied practiced fight scenes. DW Hawkins weaves a masterful tale that is fluid and smooth bringing characters and storylines together seamlessly. Can't wait to delve deeper in the coming books!
May 16, 2017
I have enjoyed all 3 stories and this o e just as much. My only criticism is the use of the word dear which doesn't seem to fit with the characters and the way they normally speak.
I loved this story and have enjoyed all 3 so far. My only criticism is the occasional use of the word dear, it doesn't seem to fit in with the characters and the way they normally speak.
I loved this story and have enjoyed all 3 so far. My only criticism is the occasional use of the word dear, it doesn't seem to fit in with the characters and the way they normally speak.
September 21, 2017
Top marks / well done
Yet another enthralling installment by far the best of the trilogy but only just as books one and two were excellent reads and I'm so glad another is on its way there's so much you need to know, what happens with the conclave and where does the story take you next I hope its noir too long before its release.
Yet another enthralling installment by far the best of the trilogy but only just as books one and two were excellent reads and I'm so glad another is on its way there's so much you need to know, what happens with the conclave and where does the story take you next I hope its noir too long before its release.
October 25, 2017
When your dreaming and try to summon your kai!
I love this series. Its been a rollercoaster of wit, sarcasm, awesome story telling and magic. The characters are brilliant. You know the books have really made an impact on you, when you are dreaming you are being attacked and you try to summon your kai hahaha. Can't wait for the next installment.
I love this series. Its been a rollercoaster of wit, sarcasm, awesome story telling and magic. The characters are brilliant. You know the books have really made an impact on you, when you are dreaming you are being attacked and you try to summon your kai hahaha. Can't wait for the next installment.
September 11, 2017
Grippng
The character development and inter group relationships are believable. Good mix of humour too.
The descriptions are so detailed and I could visualise the scene. Looking forward to the next adventure
The character development and inter group relationships are believable. Good mix of humour too.
The descriptions are so detailed and I could visualise the scene. Looking forward to the next adventure
December 4, 2017
Love love love this author
These books are amazing. It brings you into the characters world you can believe you are in the story with them joining there adventure. Highly recommend these books
These books are amazing. It brings you into the characters world you can believe you are in the story with them joining there adventure. Highly recommend these books
April 16, 2021
Great series
I can't put these books down. The main characters are so likable and human full of emotion. Non stop action , D.W. is in the top 10 of my favorite authors can't wait to read his other books
I can't put these books down. The main characters are so likable and human full of emotion. Non stop action , D.W. is in the top 10 of my favorite authors can't wait to read his other books
August 1, 2017
Great!
Loving the series and the characters so glad no one has died. Again left on a cliffhanger.
Can't wait for more.
Loving the series and the characters so glad no one has died. Again left on a cliffhanger.
Can't wait for more.
September 1, 2017
Easy read
I found this book a very easy flowing read, a nice escape from reality. Looking forward to the continuing story.
I found this book a very easy flowing read, a nice escape from reality. Looking forward to the continuing story.
September 16, 2017
More please, more!
I've loved this 3rd installment of the series, and really sad that the next one isn't published yet. Hope it isn't too long a wait!
I've loved this 3rd installment of the series, and really sad that the next one isn't published yet. Hope it isn't too long a wait!
January 24, 2018
Entertaining
Good read but at times very slow in places and it seemed to not go into enough detail around important storylines. Really enjoyable xx
Good read but at times very slow in places and it seemed to not go into enough detail around important storylines. Really enjoyable xx
January 11, 2020
Book 3
Book 3 had errors throughout and was a fun read. The characters and plot have grown throughout this series. I look forward to book 4
Book 3 had errors throughout and was a fun read. The characters and plot have grown throughout this series. I look forward to book 4
August 15, 2022
Wonderful series continues to intrigue me.
September 23, 2019
Awesome series
It really is an awesome series. Lots of action, magic and cussing. Going on to book 4 and I’m just hoping that there is a happy ending for all of them.
It really is an awesome series. Lots of action, magic and cussing. Going on to book 4 and I’m just hoping that there is a happy ending for all of them.
May 3, 2017
Great
These books are amazing the story has you in its grip from the start and keeps you spellbound all the way
These books are amazing the story has you in its grip from the start and keeps you spellbound all the way
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