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Age of Magic: The Rise of Magic #6
Darkness Rises
Magic’s biggest secrets are finally revealed.
After weeks of travel aboard the Unlawful, Hannah, and Team BBB make it to their destination on the far corner of the known world.
New Romanov.
The home of the Oracle.
And they arrive not a moment too soon as the evil forces bent on Irth’s destruction launch another attack. Hannah’s new enemy is bigger and badder than anything she’s encountered, and it is going to take all the power of her team—and more—to stop it.
Just an ordinary day in the extraordinary world of The Rise of Magic.
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 21, 2017
About the author
C.M. Raymond
48 books68 followersC.M. Raymond holds a PhD in philosophy, which qualifies him to write pop fiction but not much else. His home is in a river valley of Western Pennsylvania.
Outside of reading and writing, he loves to spend time with his family in the woods and wilds or the city streets.
You can also check out his Steel City Heroes saga and fast-paced thrillers, The Jack Carson Stories (beginning with The Devil's Due).
Outside of reading and writing, he loves to spend time with his family in the woods and wilds or the city streets.
You can also check out his Steel City Heroes saga and fast-paced thrillers, The Jack Carson Stories (beginning with The Devil's Due).
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September 28, 2017
Brotherhood
Wow reading author's notes I realize that a 65 yr old grandmother who rides an 86 fxrs HD has so much in common with sci-fi people. I have over 50 books of dragonlance series and read and reread them over many years. Cried and laughed with the characters while sitting in my parlor on the couch. I am eternally grateful for having picked up Michael's book and starting this journey again. Ty all so much .
Wow reading author's notes I realize that a 65 yr old grandmother who rides an 86 fxrs HD has so much in common with sci-fi people. I have over 50 books of dragonlance series and read and reread them over many years. Cried and laughed with the characters while sitting in my parlor on the couch. I am eternally grateful for having picked up Michael's book and starting this journey again. Ty all so much .
August 18, 2022
They did it again!
Lee, Chris, and Michael seem to have hit on an unbeatable recipe for a damned good yarn and, with every book I finish from this series, it just seems to get better.
With Aysa now a part of their crew, the intrepid bunch are travelling to release Aysa's people from captivity and slavery and, with her usual inimitable style, Hannah is determined to live up to that promise.
While they travel, Ezekiel is making Hannah and Laurel practice weather magic - not without some problems - both for the practice itself, and to disguise their approach to the mines where Aysa's people have ended up.
But, with their usual planning out of the window, and Hannah breaking all the rules, yet again - and after a lot of fighting and mayhem - the group are able to continue on their way, to help save Lilith, the Oracle who had taught Ezekiel all that he knew.
As they reach New Romanov, at last, Ezekiel, Hannah, and their crew find themselves fighting almost the moment they reach the town. Not only for their own lives, but for those of the people of New Romanov.
They find that a rift has been opened by a dark enemy of Lilith's, and the deadly Skrima are being sent through, to kill Lilith, and help subdue the people of Irth.
With one battle after another, and many enemies of mankind seemingly joining together to topple the town, Ezekiel, Hannah, Parker, Laurel, Gregory, Hadley, Aysa, and Karl, join Olaf, Mika, and the survivors of New Romanov, in a series of battles that will not only determine whether they'll be able to save Lilith, but also mankind, and the Irth, itself.
I'm really loving the way that Lee, Chris, and Michael use humour to leven the horror of battle and loss. I guess it's a very human thing that we do, so that the horrors can't overwhelm, but it's very effective for me, and I just keep on coming back for more.
I'm getting to the point where I can see the ending of the whole, amazing, journey, both through time, and space, with the KU, and I'm just glad that I've got many, many more of the various authors' other works to look forwards to but, until then, I'm determined to enjoy each book that I have left to read.
On that note, the next book in my reading list, means that I return to the New Dawn series, to read book three: Dawn of Deliverance.
I've been left with just two books to read in this series, but am going back to the New Dawn series - the people who organised this list, have a cruel and unusual streak, as they seem to love sending me all over the place, frustrating me, just as I get to the endings of each series! Lol
Lee, Chris, and Michael seem to have hit on an unbeatable recipe for a damned good yarn and, with every book I finish from this series, it just seems to get better.
With Aysa now a part of their crew, the intrepid bunch are travelling to release Aysa's people from captivity and slavery and, with her usual inimitable style, Hannah is determined to live up to that promise.
While they travel, Ezekiel is making Hannah and Laurel practice weather magic - not without some problems - both for the practice itself, and to disguise their approach to the mines where Aysa's people have ended up.
But, with their usual planning out of the window, and Hannah breaking all the rules, yet again - and after a lot of fighting and mayhem - the group are able to continue on their way, to help save Lilith, the Oracle who had taught Ezekiel all that he knew.
As they reach New Romanov, at last, Ezekiel, Hannah, and their crew find themselves fighting almost the moment they reach the town. Not only for their own lives, but for those of the people of New Romanov.
They find that a rift has been opened by a dark enemy of Lilith's, and the deadly Skrima are being sent through, to kill Lilith, and help subdue the people of Irth.
With one battle after another, and many enemies of mankind seemingly joining together to topple the town, Ezekiel, Hannah, Parker, Laurel, Gregory, Hadley, Aysa, and Karl, join Olaf, Mika, and the survivors of New Romanov, in a series of battles that will not only determine whether they'll be able to save Lilith, but also mankind, and the Irth, itself.
I'm really loving the way that Lee, Chris, and Michael use humour to leven the horror of battle and loss. I guess it's a very human thing that we do, so that the horrors can't overwhelm, but it's very effective for me, and I just keep on coming back for more.
I'm getting to the point where I can see the ending of the whole, amazing, journey, both through time, and space, with the KU, and I'm just glad that I've got many, many more of the various authors' other works to look forwards to but, until then, I'm determined to enjoy each book that I have left to read.
On that note, the next book in my reading list, means that I return to the New Dawn series, to read book three: Dawn of Deliverance.
I've been left with just two books to read in this series, but am going back to the New Dawn series - the people who organised this list, have a cruel and unusual streak, as they seem to love sending me all over the place, frustrating me, just as I get to the endings of each series! Lol
October 22, 2026
Brilliant Series
Darkness Rises: Age Of Magic (The Rise of Magic Book 6) by CM Raymond, LE Barbant & Michael Anderle. The air ship (Unlawful) finally reaches its destination New Romanov. Creatures they’d named Skrim are coming through a rift from another planet. The Oricle or Lillith has been doing her best to hold the rift closed but some Skrim are making it through. While everyone else is fighting the Skrim, Gregory is finding a way to boost Lillith’s energy which is fading. Using the Amphoralds from the ships cannons he thinks by connecting them to Lillith it will boost her strength
Darkness Rises: Age Of Magic (The Rise of Magic Book 6) by CM Raymond, LE Barbant & Michael Anderle. The air ship (Unlawful) finally reaches its destination New Romanov. Creatures they’d named Skrim are coming through a rift from another planet. The Oricle or Lillith has been doing her best to hold the rift closed but some Skrim are making it through. While everyone else is fighting the Skrim, Gregory is finding a way to boost Lillith’s energy which is fading. Using the Amphoralds from the ships cannons he thinks by connecting them to Lillith it will boost her strength
April 18, 2021
Ah, the action scenes
I’ve enjoyed this series a ton so far. It stands on its own, and the set of characters are fantastic. Next to the banter between BA and her Bitches (read the Kurtherian gambit series if you don’t know what I mean) this is my favorite set of characters. There’s such fun in a story where people with different talents stand with each other and learn to complement each other perfectly. So I adore the action scenes and the snark with them. Plus there *is* actually a moment when the light probably does shine through an enemy’s backend....
I’ve enjoyed this series a ton so far. It stands on its own, and the set of characters are fantastic. Next to the banter between BA and her Bitches (read the Kurtherian gambit series if you don’t know what I mean) this is my favorite set of characters. There’s such fun in a story where people with different talents stand with each other and learn to complement each other perfectly. So I adore the action scenes and the snark with them. Plus there *is* actually a moment when the light probably does shine through an enemy’s backend....
October 23, 2017
The Kurtherian Gambjt rides on!!
Another great read starring Hannah, the Arcadian equal to Michael Anderle's Bethany Anne! Great characters that blend into the Universe flawlessly, tying together the prices that everyone (well, me, anyway) want to see joined together. It's amazing to watch these authors do this piecing of the various worlds so well. Keep up the great job, boys. Looking forward to more.
Another great read starring Hannah, the Arcadian equal to Michael Anderle's Bethany Anne! Great characters that blend into the Universe flawlessly, tying together the prices that everyone (well, me, anyway) want to see joined together. It's amazing to watch these authors do this piecing of the various worlds so well. Keep up the great job, boys. Looking forward to more.
March 11, 2018
Finalmente el grupo BBB llega a New Romanov, hogar de la Pitonisa. Los monstruos que atraviesan una grieta interespacial son gigantes, muy inteligentes y difíciles de vencer. Sin embargo, trabajando divididos en tres grupos logran perseguir y vencer a tres de ellos en pocos días.
Gregory empieza a entrenar a Aysa, el nuevo miembro de la tierra de Irth, como mecánica. También idea una forma de mantener viva a la Pitonisa mientras consiguen una fuente de poder permanente para ella.
Gregory empieza a entrenar a Aysa, el nuevo miembro de la tierra de Irth, como mecánica. También idea una forma de mantener viva a la Pitonisa mientras consiguen una fuente de poder permanente para ella.
June 25, 2021
Loved it
I know this is a littte. Late. I have just finished reading the 1st 6 books of the series and loving every minute. Thanks for sharing your amazing characters with us. I started this journey at the beginning of the KGB and over a year later am still trying to catch up. I can't wait to see what happens next. Between Karl and Sal am.am laughing as much as intrigued by the storyline.
I know this is a littte. Late. I have just finished reading the 1st 6 books of the series and loving every minute. Thanks for sharing your amazing characters with us. I started this journey at the beginning of the KGB and over a year later am still trying to catch up. I can't wait to see what happens next. Between Karl and Sal am.am laughing as much as intrigued by the storyline.
October 10, 2017
Another winner
The kutherian world is growing so fast it's incredible and I started reading when death becomes her was first out, however, one thing continues to impress me and that's the caliber of the books released and I can honestly say that this book continues the trend. Enjoy, I know that I did and will continue to do so.
The kutherian world is growing so fast it's incredible and I started reading when death becomes her was first out, however, one thing continues to impress me and that's the caliber of the books released and I can honestly say that this book continues the trend. Enjoy, I know that I did and will continue to do so.
October 10, 2017
Funtastic
Another book in the Kutherian gambit series. These writers are wonderful characters are interesting and fun they make it a point to get to laugh throughout the book even when the serious stuff comes out. You will lose sleep because you will be reading books until the end.
Another book in the Kutherian gambit series. These writers are wonderful characters are interesting and fun they make it a point to get to laugh throughout the book even when the serious stuff comes out. You will lose sleep because you will be reading books until the end.
July 14, 2020
Adventure n a flying ship.
Hannah and her friends are going to the Oracle to save Irth. On the way they stop to take a break and strange people. They hunt for a list boy. After they find him with help from a new friend. Then they leave with their new friend. All of them are needed to save the Oracle. Exciting and dangerous. Great book. Love the series The Age of Magic!
Hannah and her friends are going to the Oracle to save Irth. On the way they stop to take a break and strange people. They hunt for a list boy. After they find him with help from a new friend. Then they leave with their new friend. All of them are needed to save the Oracle. Exciting and dangerous. Great book. Love the series The Age of Magic!
November 22, 2021
Books of the Kurthurian Gambit.
I love these books! I've just started reading them within the last month and I've read several of the series but every time I start a new one I feel like I'm not reading them in sequence. Is there any way that a list could be made of start to finish of the series? Did I mention how much I love these books?
I love these books! I've just started reading them within the last month and I've read several of the series but every time I start a new one I feel like I'm not reading them in sequence. Is there any way that a list could be made of start to finish of the series? Did I mention how much I love these books?
September 26, 2017
Excellent next installment
The authors continue to serve a good tale. Hannah seems to grow in power with each book and other characters like Gregory fill out as well. A
Always look forward to the next book.
The authors continue to serve a good tale. Hannah seems to grow in power with each book and other characters like Gregory fill out as well. A
Always look forward to the next book.
September 28, 2017
Best yet! Loved every moment of it.
This is far and above the best yet interesting the Age of Magic series and I can't wait to read the next one. These guys write books that really take you away into your imagination.
BUY THIS BOOK!!!
This is far and above the best yet interesting the Age of Magic series and I can't wait to read the next one. These guys write books that really take you away into your imagination.
BUY THIS BOOK!!!
October 3, 2017
More!
Start reading the book..can't stop reading..finished reading and want more! The characters and their interactions make an awesome team with their sense of humor and strength makes this a great read!
Start reading the book..can't stop reading..finished reading and want more! The characters and their interactions make an awesome team with their sense of humor and strength makes this a great read!
October 12, 2017
Great Series
Once again I was amazed at how quickly I ended up reading one of these books. The authors do such a great job of keeping the action going and I enjoy the witty banter between the characters. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
Once again I was amazed at how quickly I ended up reading one of these books. The authors do such a great job of keeping the action going and I enjoy the witty banter between the characters. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
October 17, 2017
OMG another great read
BBB’s are in it up to there necks. A rift has been opened for a while and things are coming through. Not good things but things that kill and destroy. More evil is coming and I can’t wait to see what happens!!
BBB’s are in it up to there necks. A rift has been opened for a while and things are coming through. Not good things but things that kill and destroy. More evil is coming and I can’t wait to see what happens!!
October 25, 2017
Gah! It can't stop there!!!!!
Seriously! Never mind that this is the funniest of all the little pockets of Michael's universe (it really is, I die laughing every book!) You can't make me wait for the next one!
Seriously! Never mind that this is the funniest of all the little pockets of Michael's universe (it really is, I die laughing every book!) You can't make me wait for the next one!
October 26, 2017
I enjoyed this book, had a few laughs and couldn't wait to see what happened next.
I just hope the next one comes out soon. It's funny that I can read these books in a couple of days, when I can't anything else.😀
I just hope the next one comes out soon. It's funny that I can read these books in a couple of days, when I can't anything else.😀
December 13, 2017
One of my Favorites!!..
I have to agree with Lee!! This is one of my Favorites in The Age of Magic series!! Starting next one right after I finish this review...congrats guys !!! Loved it!!
I have to agree with Lee!! This is one of my Favorites in The Age of Magic series!! Starting next one right after I finish this review...congrats guys !!! Loved it!!
May 4, 2018
Onwards and upwards!
It never ceases to amaze me how well multiple authors are working together to provide a cohesive story. It is smooth, flowing, and moving along well. It's a great series within an amazing universe, and each book shines.
It never ceases to amaze me how well multiple authors are working together to provide a cohesive story. It is smooth, flowing, and moving along well. It's a great series within an amazing universe, and each book shines.
January 7, 2019
At some point this should end
This is getting as frustrating as "The Wheel of Time." It only took 400 pages to figure out the cannons could kill the bad guys. Wow. I fear this will go on forever but I will not.
This is getting as frustrating as "The Wheel of Time." It only took 400 pages to figure out the cannons could kill the bad guys. Wow. I fear this will go on forever but I will not.
March 15, 2022
Captivating read
Brabant, Anderle and Raymond, the terrific trio capture the readers attention, pulls them in and slams them with loads of laugh out loud moments, adventure and action in this brilliantly written book. Bring on the next book!!
Brabant, Anderle and Raymond, the terrific trio capture the readers attention, pulls them in and slams them with loads of laugh out loud moments, adventure and action in this brilliantly written book. Bring on the next book!!
September 25, 2017
A little short but still keeping me entertained.
Great humour.
Great humour.
September 26, 2017
Great story
Such a great story. I was waiting for it to continue, but it was a great stopping point in preparation for the next book. Love the growth of everyone.
Such a great story. I was waiting for it to continue, but it was a great stopping point in preparation for the next book. Love the growth of everyone.
October 19, 2017
Oh Hell, Yeah! The Kurtherians are on the horizon again! This arc is going to be so much fun!! :)
November 20, 2017
Next in the series
Each of these books are an enjoyable read. Interesting the characters are growing with each book. I am looking forward to the next one.
Each of these books are an enjoyable read. Interesting the characters are growing with each book. I am looking forward to the next one.
June 29, 2018
Hannah is such a bad ass, I am glad her team is growing and is so diverse.
March 1, 2020
I have enjoyed the series so far and I am excited to see what happens to our intrepid adventurers next.
September 17, 2020
Still enjoying this series.
Read date is a bit out
Read date is a bit out
November 26, 2021
Another great story
Skrima are bad but Laughter is worse, I hope Lilith and the BBB are up to the task. Can’t wait till Lilith remembers the queens parting gift.
Skrima are bad but Laughter is worse, I hope Lilith and the BBB are up to the task. Can’t wait till Lilith remembers the queens parting gift.
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