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Age of Magic: The Rise of Magic #9
Solyrian Conspiracy: Age Of Magic
She’s back!
The Rifts are closed.
Irth is no longer under threat.
And yet peace doesn’t stop people from acting like idiots.
When a routine supply run turns into an all out fight, Hannah and her faithful team of warriors must solve the murder of a king before his kingdom tears itself apart.
But there are those within the kingdom who will stop at nothing to make sure that murder stays a mystery.
The Solyrian Conspiracy follows the epic adventures of the world’s strongest magician as she uses her power to bring justice back to Irth.
An action packed adventure full of twists and turns, Rise of Magic Book 09 will leave you on the edge of your seat.
318 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 17, 2019
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About the author
C.M. Raymond
49 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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October 14, 2021
See Hannah and Bethany and me.
Still waiting on Bethany Ann's return. Goodread but in the book 8 they handed at Bethany Ann's return and book 9 showed nothing of it. I'd like to see Hannah and Bethany and meet. I hope that's enough words.
Still waiting on Bethany Ann's return. Goodread but in the book 8 they handed at Bethany Ann's return and book 9 showed nothing of it. I'd like to see Hannah and Bethany and meet. I hope that's enough words.
January 22, 2020
No i dont like her
Aysaya whatever, she is just irritating. Disrespectful she does not have endearing qualities. You say she is like a sister. But I don't get it. She looks at guys like she wants to show oats. But not. That didn't work for me at all. Thanks for a follow up book. Loved the series. Excellent fun I really enjoyed it and it stuck with me. More than most. There are a lot of books in this universe. Thanks guys great jpb
Aysaya whatever, she is just irritating. Disrespectful she does not have endearing qualities. You say she is like a sister. But I don't get it. She looks at guys like she wants to show oats. But not. That didn't work for me at all. Thanks for a follow up book. Loved the series. Excellent fun I really enjoyed it and it stuck with me. More than most. There are a lot of books in this universe. Thanks guys great jpb
October 4, 2022
What a great ending to this series - or is it? When I read the Author's Notes, it was hinted that another book might appear some time, and I really hope it does, as I really love reading about Hannah and the BBB Team!
This story picks up after the folds in space are closed, and Hannah and the gang are travelling around, hoping to right wrongs. After being attacked by pirates, the ship is damaged, and Arya insists they find the nearest city, to find the parts to fix it.
But when they reach a city set in what seems to be an idyllic place, they come across a King's murder, and a city at war with itself. Hannah is determined to find the killer of the king, and to work out why the people of the city are getting ever closer towards a civil war, and she finds surprise after surprise, as she and her team look at making peace, before war is declared.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and really didn't want it to end, but end it did, and so I reached for my reading list, to discover what comes next. What does come, is book seven of the Magic Below Paris series; Trading by Stormlight, which I'm very eased about, as I'm impatient to see what happens next.
So I'm off over there now, despite the time, and I'll meet you on the flip side, to tell you what happens next!
This story picks up after the folds in space are closed, and Hannah and the gang are travelling around, hoping to right wrongs. After being attacked by pirates, the ship is damaged, and Arya insists they find the nearest city, to find the parts to fix it.
But when they reach a city set in what seems to be an idyllic place, they come across a King's murder, and a city at war with itself. Hannah is determined to find the killer of the king, and to work out why the people of the city are getting ever closer towards a civil war, and she finds surprise after surprise, as she and her team look at making peace, before war is declared.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and really didn't want it to end, but end it did, and so I reached for my reading list, to discover what comes next. What does come, is book seven of the Magic Below Paris series; Trading by Stormlight, which I'm very eased about, as I'm impatient to see what happens next.
So I'm off over there now, despite the time, and I'll meet you on the flip side, to tell you what happens next!
August 2, 2023
Love the Series, Hate Stumbling Around looking for the link to have BA destroy Death.
Only thing bad is you can't follow into what comes next. We all know Bethany Ann comes back and Hannah plays a part in it along with the others. She had her own sets of books. Hannah had hers, Julianne as well, etc. But I haven't been able to find the book that ties it all together, about what pulls them together. I'm tired of at the end of the current hero's books your just told about another group of books that have nothing to do with what your reading at the time. Great stories, characters but unless you're in "that series" you have no idea what to read next and just stumble around looking for the ties.
Only thing bad is you can't follow into what comes next. We all know Bethany Ann comes back and Hannah plays a part in it along with the others. She had her own sets of books. Hannah had hers, Julianne as well, etc. But I haven't been able to find the book that ties it all together, about what pulls them together. I'm tired of at the end of the current hero's books your just told about another group of books that have nothing to do with what your reading at the time. Great stories, characters but unless you're in "that series" you have no idea what to read next and just stumble around looking for the ties.
August 4, 2020
Whodunnit? Long live the King!
This installment was a blast! So many fun twists & turns, like an alpine slide on a summer day!
I think I felt more for the Citizens than my "friends" BBB. I enjoyed immersing myself in this story, more than the others. Don't ask why - read the book & you'll see! Really excellent writing & awesome characters. Sal, Karl & Vitali, my new fav!
I really hope the authors have gotten the next trilogy started. Maybe Hannah & crew can come to NH's Lakes Region; there are many resources & amazing beauty. (We host a Bike Week every year - look it up!)
I am still digging this series & I hope to read more about the B&B Brigade! Lots more!
This installment was a blast! So many fun twists & turns, like an alpine slide on a summer day!
I think I felt more for the Citizens than my "friends" BBB. I enjoyed immersing myself in this story, more than the others. Don't ask why - read the book & you'll see! Really excellent writing & awesome characters. Sal, Karl & Vitali, my new fav!
I really hope the authors have gotten the next trilogy started. Maybe Hannah & crew can come to NH's Lakes Region; there are many resources & amazing beauty. (We host a Bike Week every year - look it up!)
I am still digging this series & I hope to read more about the B&B Brigade! Lots more!
May 3, 2021
Didn't really fit
Wasn't the follow up it could have been.. set some time after the series boxset Hannah, Parker, Aysa, Karl, Vitali and Sal go off in the unlawful and stumble into a town in trouble. With a murder to solve and two warring factions in the city it's not anything like the series. So what actually happened next after they freed Lilith from the box? Where's the connection to the series written about Juliana which ends with Hannah and Ezekiel calling for help from the ship? What is going on in Arcadia? Nothing seems to tie up. Frustrating.
Wasn't the follow up it could have been.. set some time after the series boxset Hannah, Parker, Aysa, Karl, Vitali and Sal go off in the unlawful and stumble into a town in trouble. With a murder to solve and two warring factions in the city it's not anything like the series. So what actually happened next after they freed Lilith from the box? Where's the connection to the series written about Juliana which ends with Hannah and Ezekiel calling for help from the ship? What is going on in Arcadia? Nothing seems to tie up. Frustrating.
August 23, 2023
Wow
So much has changed yet stayed the same for Hannah and the BBB since the day she was first discovered by Zeke. I was afraid that all we would see of them would be guest appearances in the future but the author's notes give me hope we'll see more. We've got Zeke and Lillith with Arryn and Hadley has shown up with Bastion so who knows what comes next. I also would love to see Gregory and Laurel and New Romanov. Maybe I'm nuts but I can dream and hint! Enjoy!
So much has changed yet stayed the same for Hannah and the BBB since the day she was first discovered by Zeke. I was afraid that all we would see of them would be guest appearances in the future but the author's notes give me hope we'll see more. We've got Zeke and Lillith with Arryn and Hadley has shown up with Bastion so who knows what comes next. I also would love to see Gregory and Laurel and New Romanov. Maybe I'm nuts but I can dream and hint! Enjoy!
December 28, 2019
My favorite KG series. Love Hannah and the gang
So glad to have another book added to this series. Wonderful action & terrific characters. I give this 5 stars. It totally lived up to & exceeded my expectations. I recommend it to all Lutheran Gambit readers and also to anyone else. It would still be good without reading the complete Rise of Magic set
So glad to have another book added to this series. Wonderful action & terrific characters. I give this 5 stars. It totally lived up to & exceeded my expectations. I recommend it to all Lutheran Gambit readers and also to anyone else. It would still be good without reading the complete Rise of Magic set
January 7, 2020
Where do heroes go?
Wherever they are needed. And when they are needed everywhere? They board a flying ship and wander around the world. Such is the story of Hannah and the BBB. The adventure continues, some of the team have moved in different directions but the core of Hannah, Parker, Karl, Asa, and Sal, the dragon. Are here, letting fate direct them. A good read.
Wherever they are needed. And when they are needed everywhere? They board a flying ship and wander around the world. Such is the story of Hannah and the BBB. The adventure continues, some of the team have moved in different directions but the core of Hannah, Parker, Karl, Asa, and Sal, the dragon. Are here, letting fate direct them. A good read.
January 16, 2020
Really good!
Fast, fun and clever. I'm thinking that I'll go back and read the first eight books now. Can't believe I didn't find them before. This may be the best of the spin-offs from the Kurtherian Gambit series. Fantasy, magic, and characters you will want to read about again and again.
TW.
Fast, fun and clever. I'm thinking that I'll go back and read the first eight books now. Can't believe I didn't find them before. This may be the best of the spin-offs from the Kurtherian Gambit series. Fantasy, magic, and characters you will want to read about again and again.
TW.
January 12, 2021
I truly love this series. I love the characters, the action, the comedy, everything. I sincerely hope they do write more about Hannah and her crew. Modern time setting books aren't really my forte, but this series has me wondering about the Matriarch and the Patriarch , so going to the start of this universe in The Kurtherian Gambit series.
June 11, 2021
Magic and Mystery
First time I have read this ,author but he had me enthralled from the certified page. You always
Knew that the good guys would win but so many twists and turns. I didn't want to put the book down. Excellent read and I just loved the thought of a Dragon drugged up on coffee and going on the rampage.
First time I have read this ,author but he had me enthralled from the certified page. You always
Knew that the good guys would win but so many twists and turns. I didn't want to put the book down. Excellent read and I just loved the thought of a Dragon drugged up on coffee and going on the rampage.
December 7, 2021
Another adventure
Somehow this story seemed out of place after reborn, I still loved the story and characters and wish to read more of the bbb. But like Bethany Anne and Stephanie Morgana it seems I need to wait and hope. Thanks to all the authors involved it’s been a pleasure reading your works.
Somehow this story seemed out of place after reborn, I still loved the story and characters and wish to read more of the bbb. But like Bethany Anne and Stephanie Morgana it seems I need to wait and hope. Thanks to all the authors involved it’s been a pleasure reading your works.
December 22, 2019
Go Hannah Go!
The BBB strikes out again, exporting justice to all who need it.
To CME, LEB, and MA: please don't let BBB settle on Earth. They need more going out of planet experience before settling down like in Devon or High Tortuga!
The BBB strikes out again, exporting justice to all who need it.
To CME, LEB, and MA: please don't let BBB settle on Earth. They need more going out of planet experience before settling down like in Devon or High Tortuga!
December 25, 2019
Who is on which side???
Hannah and m are in a foreign city being torn apart by deceit, greed, and self-entitlement. Who is on the right side? *IS* there a right side? They have their hands full unravelling this craziness, but triumph in the end to being justice and peace.
Hannah and m are in a foreign city being torn apart by deceit, greed, and self-entitlement. Who is on the right side? *IS* there a right side? They have their hands full unravelling this craziness, but triumph in the end to being justice and peace.
December 26, 2019
Good to see Hannah back
Fine story with all the usual characters. Hannah finds nothing but trouble in the latest city they visit. Magic, murder and shapeshifters. Root out murderer and find a way to peace. Big job but Hannah is up to the challenge.
Fine story with all the usual characters. Hannah finds nothing but trouble in the latest city they visit. Magic, murder and shapeshifters. Root out murderer and find a way to peace. Big job but Hannah is up to the challenge.
December 28, 2019
BBB kicks butt
Hannah and crew are stopping at a city for some R&R. Before they get there they are attacked by pirates. The air ship is damaged so they head to town to get what they need to fix it. You know it is never that easy. Let the adventure begin.
Hannah and crew are stopping at a city for some R&R. Before they get there they are attacked by pirates. The air ship is damaged so they head to town to get what they need to fix it. You know it is never that easy. Let the adventure begin.
December 30, 2019
Not as happy!
I love the characters, but the story wasn't up to par. There needs to be more reaching for something. It seems to undirected, just floating along. I'm missing the goal I guess.
I love the characters, but the story wasn't up to par. There needs to be more reaching for something. It seems to undirected, just floating along. I'm missing the goal I guess.
December 31, 2019
Hannah is BACK!
So good to see BBB back in business!
What I NEED to know is when does she meet Bethany Anne?
Book book book book book book book book!!!!!!!!!
Howard S (the S stands for super fan)
So good to see BBB back in business!
What I NEED to know is when does she meet Bethany Anne?
Book book book book book book book book!!!!!!!!!
Howard S (the S stands for super fan)
March 31, 2020
Want more!!
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Love the storyline, I have recommended the series to my friends and family that are readers. Especially now that we are going through this lock down! This series is upbeat and spontaneous!
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Love the storyline, I have recommended the series to my friends and family that are readers. Especially now that we are going through this lock down! This series is upbeat and spontaneous!
May 1, 2020
Does not really follow the previous story
While I loved being able to read Hannah's adventures again, I found that the timeline was a bit out of wack from what I read in the previous book.
While I loved being able to read Hannah's adventures again, I found that the timeline was a bit out of wack from what I read in the previous book.
September 12, 2020
Good reading
Loved it , the king does and all the crazies come out of the woodwork to try to claim the thrown. To bad no one fights fair. The BBB can't figure out who is the bad guy in the mess. Would love to see more from them.
Loved it , the king does and all the crazies come out of the woodwork to try to claim the thrown. To bad no one fights fair. The BBB can't figure out who is the bad guy in the mess. Would love to see more from them.
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December 12, 2020More please...
Love the book 😊 love the BBBs ... The readers need to know where Hannah & her crew go from here. And will we see friends/family from previous books return to join them to build a new home?
Love the book 😊 love the BBBs ... The readers need to know where Hannah & her crew go from here. And will we see friends/family from previous books return to join them to build a new home?
January 18, 2021
Bbb
I do hope more shows up of the BBB as they travel. The future is never certain, as we can attest to from the past year, but I amalso certain there will be more on this group . Thank you, the books have been a joy to read.
I do hope more shows up of the BBB as they travel. The future is never certain, as we can attest to from the past year, but I amalso certain there will be more on this group . Thank you, the books have been a joy to read.
July 10, 2021
Great Ending but Not Enough!
This was a total joy to read, with the continuation of some of my favorite characters. It just can’t end here!
And Michael your Mom’s Chili sounds Devine, sorry I missed out on meeting her.
This was a total joy to read, with the continuation of some of my favorite characters. It just can’t end here!
And Michael your Mom’s Chili sounds Devine, sorry I missed out on meeting her.
December 20, 2019
Wonderful story
Hannah and hang are at it again, fighting for the good, solving problems. Rooting out evil and making changes. But always together.
Hannah and hang are at it again, fighting for the good, solving problems. Rooting out evil and making changes. But always together.
December 26, 2019
Looks like the beginning of another series that's sure to be one to add to your list.
April 27, 2020
Once again another awesome book
I love reading these books and hearing more about Hanna and the BBB!!!! I can’t wait to read the next one!!!!
I love reading these books and hearing more about Hanna and the BBB!!!! I can’t wait to read the next one!!!!
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June 27, 2020You can't get much better than the rush a
Actually it's hard to keep your hopes up but, occasionally you are blessed with a very good idea off of a anthology
Actually it's hard to keep your hopes up but, occasionally you are blessed with a very good idea off of a anthology
January 30, 2021
Book review
I love saving the world fantasy stories. I really loved the characters and can't wait to read the next book .
I love saving the world fantasy stories. I really loved the characters and can't wait to read the next book .
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