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The Blackwood Saga #1-3
The Brothers Three / The Spirit Mage / The Last Cleric
What if all of our myths and legends were true?This boxed set contains the first three books in the bestselling fantasy saga about three ordinary siblings plunged into a dangerous fantasy world that mirrors our own. #1 New Adult & College Bestseller#1 Sword and Sorcery Bestseller#2 Epic Fantasy BestsellerTop Ten Fantasy Bestseller (Overall)All Will Blackwood ever wanted was a little adventure. A fantasy addict and apprentice builder in New Orleans, struggling to make ends meet, he has long wished for an escape from the real world.Late one night, Will and his brothers receive a surprise a staff with a mysterious stone on top, a pair of rogue's bracers, and a sword that Will can barely lift. They are even more shocked when a man wearing strange clothing—and who can stop bullets with a glance—shows up to take the sword.Running for their lives, desperate for an explanation, it is not until a magical key whisks Will and his brothers across time and space, into a terrifying version of Earth ruled by wizards, that they discover a family secret more incredible than they could ever have imagined. To survive, Will and his brothers are forced to hire a deadly adventuress to navigate a new world that is the source of the myths and legends of their own.It seems Will Blackwood has found his adventure. But this isn't one of his fantasy novels, or a gaming campaign with friends. In his father's world, magic and monsters are real. Choices are life and death. And Will and his brothers have no idea how to get home . . .PRAISE FOR THE BLACKWOOD SAGA"An extraordinary new series" - Book Reader's Heaven“Volume 4 is on the top of my “Waiting impatiently for” list — just under Jim Butcher and Patrick Rothfuss.” - The Irresponsible Reader“One of the best books I have read this year” – O.D. Book reviews (November Pick of the Month, and Top 7 Books of 2017)"So far in this year of books this is my absolute favorite. I doubt that there are other authors that can match Layton Green’s imagination. If you want a fantasy adventure, then this is the book for you . . . not a moment of boredom.” -Jo Reason, Reading in Ecuador "A fantasy geek's dream come true . . . I love Green's writing and his ability to sweep me completely into a story."- Girl Who Reads Book Blog"I just couldn’t get my eyes off the pages of this novel . . . [I] can’t wait to join the brothers in their next journey. – Life Within the PagesO.D. Book Reviews "Action packed and exciting . . . reading this book has left me wanting to go on a fantasy bender.""I love this book!" - Book Room Reviews"One of the best fantasy quest books that I have read in a long time" - Blood Rose Books"I do believe Layton Green has moved into my top 5 author category - not an easy feat to attain!" - A Novel Source"Layton Green is an absolutely brilliant writer" - Everything to Do With Books
1289 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 18, 2018
262 people are currently reading
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About the author
Layton Green
21 books429 followersLayton Green is a bestselling author who loves to tell powerful, edge-of-your-seat stories across a range of genres, including mystery & thriller, suspense, horror, and fantasy (and often blending them together). He is the author of the Dominic Grey series, the Blackwood Saga, the Genesis Trilogy, and other works of fiction. Layton's work has been nominated for numerous awards (including a rare three-time finalist for an International Thriller Writers award), optioned for film, published in multiple languages, and has reached #1 on many genre lists.
In addition to writing, Layton attended law school in New Orleans and was a practicing attorney for ten very long years. He has also been an intern for the United Nations, an ESL teacher in Central America, a bartender in London, a seller of cheap knives on the streets of Brixton, a door to door phone book deliverer in Florida, and the list goes downhill from there.
Layton lives with his family in Southern California. You can visit him on Facebook, Goodreads, or on his website (www.laytongreen.com).
In addition to writing, Layton attended law school in New Orleans and was a practicing attorney for ten very long years. He has also been an intern for the United Nations, an ESL teacher in Central America, a bartender in London, a seller of cheap knives on the streets of Brixton, a door to door phone book deliverer in Florida, and the list goes downhill from there.
Layton lives with his family in Southern California. You can visit him on Facebook, Goodreads, or on his website (www.laytongreen.com).
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December 16, 2020
Brothers
This KU library three book boxed set chronicles the journey of three brothers from Earth after they are transported to Urfe, an alternate dimension where wizards rule. Book one largely keeps the Blackwood brothers together in this strange and deadly place, book two takes them on two paths, and book three has each on a separate quest. The storyline is interesting and the characters and world building are well developed. I've checked out book four and, after the deaths of so many close to the brothers, am cautiously optimistic about the outcome.
This KU library three book boxed set chronicles the journey of three brothers from Earth after they are transported to Urfe, an alternate dimension where wizards rule. Book one largely keeps the Blackwood brothers together in this strange and deadly place, book two takes them on two paths, and book three has each on a separate quest. The storyline is interesting and the characters and world building are well developed. I've checked out book four and, after the deaths of so many close to the brothers, am cautiously optimistic about the outcome.
May 23, 2019
3 x the magic
Emotional rollercoaster. Through all three books the ups and downs have been continuous. Mixing it up with each brother's quests , their joys, fears, triumphs and loses has been a real delight. I hope book 4 doesn't take long to get on the shelves.
Emotional rollercoaster. Through all three books the ups and downs have been continuous. Mixing it up with each brother's quests , their joys, fears, triumphs and loses has been a real delight. I hope book 4 doesn't take long to get on the shelves.
October 7, 2019
Blackwood Saga
An adventure brokered through many different realms, intense, romance, despair all of which the Three Blackwood brothers face in this other world that their father once called home.
An adventure brokered through many different realms, intense, romance, despair all of which the Three Blackwood brothers face in this other world that their father once called home.
May 25, 2020
Excellent read
This box set is really good. Good characters, fast paced and exciting. I had never heard of the author but saw it offered as a cheap read and took the bait. I have already downloaded the next one from kindle library and recommend the series to everyone.
This box set is really good. Good characters, fast paced and exciting. I had never heard of the author but saw it offered as a cheap read and took the bait. I have already downloaded the next one from kindle library and recommend the series to everyone.
December 29, 2020
Good series
The story has good pacing and leaves you wanting to know what happens next.
The author is good at creating atmosphere, painting a picture in the minds eye of exotic worlds parallel to our own.
The story has good pacing and leaves you wanting to know what happens next.
The author is good at creating atmosphere, painting a picture in the minds eye of exotic worlds parallel to our own.
July 24, 2021
WOW!! What a series!
I couldn't put it down! The descriptive writing made me feel like I was there! As I D&D player, I could relate to the way Will thinks. I recommend this series to anyone who likes fantasy!
I couldn't put it down! The descriptive writing made me feel like I was there! As I D&D player, I could relate to the way Will thinks. I recommend this series to anyone who likes fantasy!
November 29, 2021
Great fun!
Holy nerd references batman! Lol. These books are very fun to read. A bit long winded in places, but the general storyline is cool. The whole "destined for greatness" trope is over done on many levels but it's entertaining. I do think I'll carry on reading.
Holy nerd references batman! Lol. These books are very fun to read. A bit long winded in places, but the general storyline is cool. The whole "destined for greatness" trope is over done on many levels but it's entertaining. I do think I'll carry on reading.
August 27, 2018
Quite an adventure!
Wow! Captivating and really tough to put down, it was quite an adventure. Can't wait to read the next book!
Wow! Captivating and really tough to put down, it was quite an adventure. Can't wait to read the next book!
February 9, 2019
More please
A good balance goofyness and grimdark. More please. Twelve more words required, screw Flanders screw Flanders screw flanders, screw Flanders.
A good balance goofyness and grimdark. More please. Twelve more words required, screw Flanders screw Flanders screw flanders, screw Flanders.
March 9, 2019
The first 3 books were an adventurous journey, I really enjoyed all 3 books, the brothers are great together.
January 18, 2020
Fantasy fan's Rejoice!
One of the best fantasy sagas I have read! Lots of action, magic and swoon worthy heroes. I would recommend this tale to everyone.
One of the best fantasy sagas I have read! Lots of action, magic and swoon worthy heroes. I would recommend this tale to everyone.
June 10, 2020
Just not for me
I read the book for a while but didn't get very far. Struggled to connect with the book (personal preference)
I read the book for a while but didn't get very far. Struggled to connect with the book (personal preference)
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