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Trial by Combat: Versatile Layer book 1
The M’falme tribe has ruled the Arez empire for over 8 decades. They are a proud tribe that hold fast to duty and tradition. Princess Adeola M'falme has finally healed from the wounds she suffered at the hands of the humans. But her soul has still not healed from the loss of her mother. She embarks on a journey to find herself and assert her independence from the royal family. This puts her at odds with First Mother, Oyodiin who is the lead queen and first wife of her father.
Her quest leads her to a hermit who has created a mysterious martial art known as Broken Cup. When someone she loves is imprisoned for a crime they did not commit. Adeola will have to use what she has learned to save them in a trial by combat. New challenges and adversaries await Adeola as she is pulled into political machinations and adventure. Get a deeper look at the Arez's unique alien culture. Explore the world of Samael and learn the epic history of the royal family, the M'Falme Tribe.
Are you prepared to lay it all on the line in a Trial by Combat? I believe you are.
Her quest leads her to a hermit who has created a mysterious martial art known as Broken Cup. When someone she loves is imprisoned for a crime they did not commit. Adeola will have to use what she has learned to save them in a trial by combat. New challenges and adversaries await Adeola as she is pulled into political machinations and adventure. Get a deeper look at the Arez's unique alien culture. Explore the world of Samael and learn the epic history of the royal family, the M'Falme Tribe.
Are you prepared to lay it all on the line in a Trial by Combat? I believe you are.
198 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 11, 2019
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September 6, 2020
Excellent Science Fiction
Despite some typos, I enjoyed this story immensely. Adeola is a great main character whose journey is both interesting and profound. The world-building is vivid, and I especially liked the ever-more-complex political intrigue.
I also appreciate that this book has a clear sense of closure even though the story obviously continues in later books.
I will likely be reading more of these.
Despite some typos, I enjoyed this story immensely. Adeola is a great main character whose journey is both interesting and profound. The world-building is vivid, and I especially liked the ever-more-complex political intrigue.
I also appreciate that this book has a clear sense of closure even though the story obviously continues in later books.
I will likely be reading more of these.
June 21, 2019
This is such a unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy with the best of both. I loved Adeola and her pluck. Pap Pap won my heart from the first nip LMAO. There is a real adventure, trial by fire sort of feel to Adeola's thread, while the alternating perspectives delve into the society, adding a beautiful richness to the world. I can't wait to read more in this series.
June 13, 2019
Willing to Prove Herself
Don’t let the cover fool you, this is an epic coming-of-age story. I could easily imagine this being made into a movie with the levels of complexity in the society, the richness of the history, and the relationships between the people. From the very first pages, I was drawn into the story.
I loved how Adeola knew she wanted something different for her life than that of a privileged royal daughter. She was willing to risk everything to stand up for what she believed. She was willing to face adversity, hatred, sorrow, and test friendships head-on to prove to herself and others that she was going to make a difference in other people’s lives.
What’s coming up next for Adeola? I look forward to continuing on with this series to find out! I highly recommend this book!
Don’t let the cover fool you, this is an epic coming-of-age story. I could easily imagine this being made into a movie with the levels of complexity in the society, the richness of the history, and the relationships between the people. From the very first pages, I was drawn into the story.
I loved how Adeola knew she wanted something different for her life than that of a privileged royal daughter. She was willing to risk everything to stand up for what she believed. She was willing to face adversity, hatred, sorrow, and test friendships head-on to prove to herself and others that she was going to make a difference in other people’s lives.
What’s coming up next for Adeola? I look forward to continuing on with this series to find out! I highly recommend this book!
October 16, 2019
One of my new favorite series. I love the dynamics of the characters and Adeola’s storyline. I agree with another reviewer about the covers; the artwork might put off some readers, but the story within is just so good. The writing and adventures will make you fans, I promise.
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