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The Sword-Mage Chronicles #4
Resistance
It's cards on the table time.
With Bentley and crew signed up for helping the androids recover from the rogue rebel attack, life briefly seems to be getting back to normal.
Apart from Bentley's nightmares and her growing compulsion to follow the mysterious coordinates she's been receiving in her dreams.
With the fate of the rebellion at stake, and still suffering effects from the retinal activator, can Bentley ensure the resistance is on track for the fight of the millennia?
Will the Three finally put all their cards on the table?
Can Bentley uncover answers about her own past, and who brought her to the Chesed?
More is revealed in this next instalment of the Sword Mage Chronicles.
Discover it for yourself, now!
265 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 10, 2018
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Ell Leigh Clarke
71 books126 followersRelapsing theoretical physicist, professional geek, sci fi novelist, and Doctor Who fan.
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Though she is originally from England, she is mostly what her friends call a “digital nomad”, hanging in whichever country calls to her… as long as it has good wifi, and coffee.
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February 21, 2019
Sword-Mage 4
Spaceships, misses, blasters, and one awesome sword. What more could you want? Since it is from the somewhat twisted (in a good way) mind of Ell Leigh Clarke good characters and a great storyline is a given and she has delivered in spades on this series.
Spaceships, misses, blasters, and one awesome sword. What more could you want? Since it is from the somewhat twisted (in a good way) mind of Ell Leigh Clarke good characters and a great storyline is a given and she has delivered in spades on this series.
April 4, 2023
This book is so aptly titled.
We have Bentley resisting the role that she is being prepared for by Legba.
Then we have Blackfriar, and his race of Androids, doing all they can to resist the rule of Amroth and, ultimately, Malleghan.
Then, not to be overlooked, we have the three fallen Gods, Shango, Olofi, and Loco, resisting the idea that, even if Bentley does open up the Portal into their true home, they would be destroyed if they tried to enter there.
All of these people are fighting for something that they truly believe in, but it takes an utter disaster for them all to be determined to fight on together, and to make certain that both humanity, and Androids, will have the chance of a future free of utter slavery and fear.
Once again, I was kept on the edge of my seat while reading this, and I'm eager to go on to book five: Legba, as he seems to be at the centre of everything that Bentley has become, so I'll see you on the flip side, to let you know what happens next - and it's bound to be good!
We have Bentley resisting the role that she is being prepared for by Legba.
Then we have Blackfriar, and his race of Androids, doing all they can to resist the rule of Amroth and, ultimately, Malleghan.
Then, not to be overlooked, we have the three fallen Gods, Shango, Olofi, and Loco, resisting the idea that, even if Bentley does open up the Portal into their true home, they would be destroyed if they tried to enter there.
All of these people are fighting for something that they truly believe in, but it takes an utter disaster for them all to be determined to fight on together, and to make certain that both humanity, and Androids, will have the chance of a future free of utter slavery and fear.
Once again, I was kept on the edge of my seat while reading this, and I'm eager to go on to book five: Legba, as he seems to be at the centre of everything that Bentley has become, so I'll see you on the flip side, to let you know what happens next - and it's bound to be good!
December 17, 2018
Explosive
Bentley and friends return, battling Amroth and fighting for freedom for all. We see personal growth, solidarity, love in its different forms, grief, and triumph. Watching the characters grow is fascinating and we learn more about Bentley as she discovers her past.
The end is a big surprise, and a lead in to book 5. I can’t wait!
Bentley and friends return, battling Amroth and fighting for freedom for all. We see personal growth, solidarity, love in its different forms, grief, and triumph. Watching the characters grow is fascinating and we learn more about Bentley as she discovers her past.
The end is a big surprise, and a lead in to book 5. I can’t wait!
January 15, 2019
Good conclusion with possibilities.
Battles, training sessions, Legba (finally), and of course the fallen gods. More of the same from the first two books plus androids. However, I finally lost patience with slow-witted young women who keep asking questions and acting like stereotypical high school cheerleaders.
Battles, training sessions, Legba (finally), and of course the fallen gods. More of the same from the first two books plus androids. However, I finally lost patience with slow-witted young women who keep asking questions and acting like stereotypical high school cheerleaders.
December 11, 2018
Perfectly snarky space opera
This series is great! We got more answers in this book and a good space battle. I laughed out loud several times at the banter between characters. Keep these coming. Great job!
This series is great! We got more answers in this book and a good space battle. I laughed out loud several times at the banter between characters. Keep these coming. Great job!
December 24, 2018
Love this series
Youa never know what will happen next!! Crew members fight, laugh and make new friends! One of the bad guys is now dead. You will have to read it to find out what happens
Youa never know what will happen next!! Crew members fight, laugh and make new friends! One of the bad guys is now dead. You will have to read it to find out what happens
January 9, 2019
Go Bentley, great story
Bentley finally is starting to come into her own. She is putting the pieces together with Svend and Legba help. Still not sure about the crew of the Chesef but time will tell. Full of lots of action and adventure.
Bentley finally is starting to come into her own. She is putting the pieces together with Svend and Legba help. Still not sure about the crew of the Chesef but time will tell. Full of lots of action and adventure.
March 19, 2019
More from my book 5 review
What i was saying in summation is if you snap it along with the plot 6 will be the last book of yours I'll pay for! Come on get to the point already. Along with that the end notes suck. Way to long about things that have nothing to do with me!
What i was saying in summation is if you snap it along with the plot 6 will be the last book of yours I'll pay for! Come on get to the point already. Along with that the end notes suck. Way to long about things that have nothing to do with me!
December 14, 2018
The section on "training" was lacking in duration and newness .
March 7, 2019
Solid story
Strong characters and equally strong story make for a good read. Lots action and a few answers to previous mysteries. looking forward to the next installment.
Strong characters and equally strong story make for a good read. Lots action and a few answers to previous mysteries. looking forward to the next installment.
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December 14, 2018Great fun read!
This is the fourth and best entry in the Sword Mage Chronicles. We get some answers, relationships deepen and there’s a fierce battle. Androids and humans and gods - oh my!
This is the fourth and best entry in the Sword Mage Chronicles. We get some answers, relationships deepen and there’s a fierce battle. Androids and humans and gods - oh my!
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