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Malison
Malison: The Complete Series
All four books of the internationally bestselling MALISON series, combined in one volume! The histories of Old Earth record that in the Year of Our Lord 778, Charlemagne’s rearguard under the command of Count Roland of the Breton March was ambushed and slain to a man. But Roland and his men were drawn through a magical gate, to a new and strange world of magic and deadly creatures. A world where every man, no matter what his estate or rank, no matter how poor or common or rich and influential, was born with the power of magic. But the magic of this world carries a deadly curse, and the price for abusing its power is ruinous. This, then, is the story of the kingdom they built, and the knight who would decide its fate.
- GenresFantasyScience Fiction
542 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 14, 2019
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About the author
Jonathan Moeller
404 books669 followersStanding over six feet tall, USA Today bestselling author Jonathan Moeller has the piercing blue eyes of a Conan of Cimmeria, the bronze-colored hair of a Visigothic warrior-king, and the stern visage of a captain of men, none of which are useful in his career as a computer repairman, alas.
He has written the DEMONSOULED series of sword-and-sorcery novels, and continues to write THE GHOSTS sequence about assassin and spy Caina Amalas, the COMPUTER BEGINNER'S GUIDE series of computer books, and numerous other works. His books have sold over one million copies worldwide.
He has written the DEMONSOULED series of sword-and-sorcery novels, and continues to write THE GHOSTS sequence about assassin and spy Caina Amalas, the COMPUTER BEGINNER'S GUIDE series of computer books, and numerous other works. His books have sold over one million copies worldwide.
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March 19, 2021
Purchased the whole series from kobo. No regrets as all four stories are about as long as a standard stephen king novel.
The four books follows the path of one Sir Tyrcamber Rigamond, who is nineteen when the story starts. He is one of a race of humans descended from the armies of Roland, a general of charlemagne. Roland and his men were sucked into a different world where all humans can use magic but risk being turned into crazed and/or malicious dragons if they do so excessively. The force which allows them to use magic, also responsible for the risk, is the malison of the title.
Young Tyrcamber fights one major battle in each of the four books, and they each have an impact on his path. In turn, his path could impact that of the world he lives in.
I love dragons. I love Knights. I sympathized with Tyrcamber, and there were many well handled spots. A crucial part of the final book felt a bit draggy but it was necessary.
One thing that nagged at me was the repetitive description of the malison. I felt that could have been better handled with more exposition of what it was.
Overall, a good fantasy tale.
The four books follows the path of one Sir Tyrcamber Rigamond, who is nineteen when the story starts. He is one of a race of humans descended from the armies of Roland, a general of charlemagne. Roland and his men were sucked into a different world where all humans can use magic but risk being turned into crazed and/or malicious dragons if they do so excessively. The force which allows them to use magic, also responsible for the risk, is the malison of the title.
Young Tyrcamber fights one major battle in each of the four books, and they each have an impact on his path. In turn, his path could impact that of the world he lives in.
I love dragons. I love Knights. I sympathized with Tyrcamber, and there were many well handled spots. A crucial part of the final book felt a bit draggy but it was necessary.
One thing that nagged at me was the repetitive description of the malison. I felt that could have been better handled with more exposition of what it was.
Overall, a good fantasy tale.
July 1, 2024
This is a series of short stories, with each book being around 130 to 140 pages long, which should have made them fairly quick, enjoyable reads. Unfortunately, except for the last book, they didn't come across as that gripping, which is a shame as the overall premise sounded very interesting.
The characters are reasonably likeable, though mostly shallow and underdeveloped, except for Tyrcamber, who being the main character is developed to a greater extent.
Overall, the short story format was a detriment to these tales as there is no time to develop the themes and characters to the depth they deserve.
The characters are reasonably likeable, though mostly shallow and underdeveloped, except for Tyrcamber, who being the main character is developed to a greater extent.
Overall, the short story format was a detriment to these tales as there is no time to develop the themes and characters to the depth they deserve.
June 27, 2020
Beware the Malison
When I saw the four book set was combined and offered for a dollar, I couldn’t buy it quick enough.
The books follow the progression of Sir Tyrcamber Rigamond’s military career as the Empire prepares for the dark elf Valedictor’s pending invasion.
I have to admit, the ending felt abrupt but overall the series was exactly what I expect from Moeller...which is pure awesomeness!
I thought this was a stand alone series but somehow it ties in to the Dragontiarna series, which is part of the Frostborn/Seven Swords saga.
When I saw the four book set was combined and offered for a dollar, I couldn’t buy it quick enough.
The books follow the progression of Sir Tyrcamber Rigamond’s military career as the Empire prepares for the dark elf Valedictor’s pending invasion.
I have to admit, the ending felt abrupt but overall the series was exactly what I expect from Moeller...which is pure awesomeness!
I thought this was a stand alone series but somehow it ties in to the Dragontiarna series, which is part of the Frostborn/Seven Swords saga.
July 7, 2020
Easy read.
I found it fairly quick and easy to read. There is some interesting concepts in this world, and some unexpected turns of event. The end leaves definitely the door open to much more stories in this world.
Surprisingly, for a story where a lot of fighting happens, I find the fight to not to be over consuming of the story, and not too unrealistic (except a few bits). There is enough description of the politics to make it interesting, seeing humans at their best and their worst.
I found it fairly quick and easy to read. There is some interesting concepts in this world, and some unexpected turns of event. The end leaves definitely the door open to much more stories in this world.
Surprisingly, for a story where a lot of fighting happens, I find the fight to not to be over consuming of the story, and not too unrealistic (except a few bits). There is enough description of the politics to make it interesting, seeing humans at their best and their worst.
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September 30, 2025A romping good read.
Magical beings, knights in shining armour & horrible demons . Death & destruction & a fight for survival.
I found it an enjoyable series to read & take me out of my own head. The sort of tale to read in a comfy chair by the fire, a bit predictable, but it still kept my attention.
Magical beings, knights in shining armour & horrible demons . Death & destruction & a fight for survival.
I found it an enjoyable series to read & take me out of my own head. The sort of tale to read in a comfy chair by the fire, a bit predictable, but it still kept my attention.
October 30, 2020
Wow. What a brilliant story. Can't wait to read the next installment, Please keep them coming a fantastic writer how on earth do you do it?
And the names of the caricatures what an imagination you have.
Once again thank you I have not been able to put my Kindle down at all.
And the names of the caricatures what an imagination you have.
Once again thank you I have not been able to put my Kindle down at all.
February 6, 2021
An absolutely good read
The last book was a complete surprise and the ending was brilliant the first book was very engrossing and built up the characters superbly,the second book was all action all in all the Malison series was excellent
The last book was a complete surprise and the ending was brilliant the first book was very engrossing and built up the characters superbly,the second book was all action all in all the Malison series was excellent
March 24, 2021
Interesting take on dragons
Despite the manifest mistakes and spelling errors, quite a good read.
Omnipotent wizards however should be able to smite the enemy more easily, and every fight see!ed to follow the same pattern
Despite the manifest mistakes and spelling errors, quite a good read.
Omnipotent wizards however should be able to smite the enemy more easily, and every fight see!ed to follow the same pattern
December 7, 2023
I prefer books 2 and 3 over the first and last ones in the series. The characters show great growth, but some repeated lines became a bit much. The ending felt rushed, leaving room for improvement. Overall, an engaging series with room for refinement.
2/3 would be 4 stars
1/4 would be 3 stars
2/3 would be 4 stars
1/4 would be 3 stars
November 19, 2022
very exciting!
I really enjoyed the characters. The story flowed very well and was very hard to put down. The author did a great job of keeping their beliefs.
I really enjoyed the characters. The story flowed very well and was very hard to put down. The author did a great job of keeping their beliefs.
December 7, 2022
Pretty good little series
December 24, 2022
An enjoyable ride
Nothing particularly new but well executed. Good narration. Good for listening while doing something simple. Short for four books but recommended.
Nothing particularly new but well executed. Good narration. Good for listening while doing something simple. Short for four books but recommended.
October 8, 2023
Well worth 99p
Really enjoyed this book.
Great characters , battles , magic , elves , ogres , dragons etc.
Good storyline and kept me interested throughout.
Definitely worth 99p
Really enjoyed this book.
Great characters , battles , magic , elves , ogres , dragons etc.
Good storyline and kept me interested throughout.
Definitely worth 99p
November 15, 2023
A Good Set!
This was an interesting series with tragedy in the first volume, with a shocking ending that led to a happy ending in the third volume and it led to good conclusion.
This was an interesting series with tragedy in the first volume, with a shocking ending that led to a happy ending in the third volume and it led to good conclusion.
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