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The Chronicles of Fid
For two decades, the supervillain known only as Doctor Fid has left a trail of blood and violence in his wake. He’s never been caught, he’s never been unmasked, and his motives are as alien and unknowable as the stars displayed upon his powered armor’s surface.
But time changes all things, and the man behind Doctor Fid’s mask has grown since the day he was twisted away from a quiet life in academia and instead set towards a life of violence and revenge.
Follow Doctor Fid’s adventures as he confronts heroes, other villains, and the traumas of his own past. In the end, the veteran supervillain may be forced to risk everything he’s ever worked for in order to save a world he’d once sought to terrorize.
This compilation includes the following volumes:
- Fid's Crusade: Book One in the Chronicles of Fid
- Behind Distant Stars: Book Two in the Chronicles of Fid
- Starfall: Book Three in the Chronicles of Fid
But time changes all things, and the man behind Doctor Fid’s mask has grown since the day he was twisted away from a quiet life in academia and instead set towards a life of violence and revenge.
Follow Doctor Fid’s adventures as he confronts heroes, other villains, and the traumas of his own past. In the end, the veteran supervillain may be forced to risk everything he’s ever worked for in order to save a world he’d once sought to terrorize.
This compilation includes the following volumes:
- Fid's Crusade: Book One in the Chronicles of Fid
- Behind Distant Stars: Book Two in the Chronicles of Fid
- Starfall: Book Three in the Chronicles of Fid
943 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 6, 2020
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October 16, 2021
One of the best book series I've ever read.
I have reread this series twice. It has everything I look for. Interesting characters who are nuanced have depth and flaws. Rather than cardboard cutouts that moved across a playroom floor.
It's about a super intelligent technico villain who has understandable reasons for being a villain. The story drops you in the prime of his power keeping up the pace of the book with very brief flashbacks that don't drag down the story and add to your understanding and depth of why things are happening.
The author has created a super intelligent main character that uses in his intellect and planning to overcome problems. It's hard to create a character that is believably intelligent not only because how alien that mindset has to be. It also avoids the trope of the main character making a mistake or misinterpreting something that makes the big bad thing of the plot happen. Which makes it feel like a world built and then a character put in rather than a world built around a character.
I have reread this series twice. It has everything I look for. Interesting characters who are nuanced have depth and flaws. Rather than cardboard cutouts that moved across a playroom floor.
It's about a super intelligent technico villain who has understandable reasons for being a villain. The story drops you in the prime of his power keeping up the pace of the book with very brief flashbacks that don't drag down the story and add to your understanding and depth of why things are happening.
The author has created a super intelligent main character that uses in his intellect and planning to overcome problems. It's hard to create a character that is believably intelligent not only because how alien that mindset has to be. It also avoids the trope of the main character making a mistake or misinterpreting something that makes the big bad thing of the plot happen. Which makes it feel like a world built and then a character put in rather than a world built around a character.
March 13, 2022
A brilliant trilogy
I’ve read a lot of books. I’ve read a lot of superhero books. Few of the former have completely stolen my attention, even fewer so the latter.
But these did.
This series is one of pain and vengeance, of redemption and hope, of wounds unhealed and dreams unforgotten, and of being broken and trying to be better.
It is about the weight of sins, and about the responsibility of admiration. It is also about what one puts into the world and what one received from it.
Fid is a complicated person, and he lives in a complicated world that misunderstands him desperately, and only some of that is of his own design. He has deep-seated and largely reasonable problems with the world and heroes in particular, and the means with which to make his feelings known. That means is actually only sometimes through the use of his power suit and arsenal of blasters and armaments, but that is also probably the method he most enjoys.
He is absolutely brilliant, but bitter, and angry, and broken, and so very lonely. He has a pretty good sense of humor about it, disregarding all the violence of course. Sometimes including the violence, now that I think about it.
And it was really very touching.
I’ve read a lot of books. I’ve read a lot of superhero books. Few of the former have completely stolen my attention, even fewer so the latter.
But these did.
This series is one of pain and vengeance, of redemption and hope, of wounds unhealed and dreams unforgotten, and of being broken and trying to be better.
It is about the weight of sins, and about the responsibility of admiration. It is also about what one puts into the world and what one received from it.
Fid is a complicated person, and he lives in a complicated world that misunderstands him desperately, and only some of that is of his own design. He has deep-seated and largely reasonable problems with the world and heroes in particular, and the means with which to make his feelings known. That means is actually only sometimes through the use of his power suit and arsenal of blasters and armaments, but that is also probably the method he most enjoys.
He is absolutely brilliant, but bitter, and angry, and broken, and so very lonely. He has a pretty good sense of humor about it, disregarding all the violence of course. Sometimes including the violence, now that I think about it.
And it was really very touching.
December 12, 2021
Truly an outstanding Is set of books!
I really enjoyed the books, they're really extremely well written is open!
I also enjoyed the fact that it improved my vocabulary, comma lol!
But what made the books so good was how it tied all together with his journey as a young man, doing bad things for good Reasons, With lots of excellent action.
And then hes thinking as an older man and it really is that he made many mistakes as a young man, how He dealt with His actions now that he was older.
I read all 3 the books all the way through almost at once, the books are really that good!
Thank you for your attention.
I really enjoyed the books, they're really extremely well written is open!
I also enjoyed the fact that it improved my vocabulary, comma lol!
But what made the books so good was how it tied all together with his journey as a young man, doing bad things for good Reasons, With lots of excellent action.
And then hes thinking as an older man and it really is that he made many mistakes as a young man, how He dealt with His actions now that he was older.
I read all 3 the books all the way through almost at once, the books are really that good!
Thank you for your attention.
October 27, 2023
If you like superheroes or villains, this is for you.
I picked this up because it was a recommended book similar to Drew Hayes’s Super Powereds and Forging Hephaestus series. If you liked those, or superheroes in general, this is a good read. Maybe not the most lighthearted read ever, but it makes for a truly sympathetic main character, even though he is a self professed monster. It’s pretty rare that a book can make me feel strongly, but the tragedy that sparked Doctor FID to become a villain actually made me cry a bit. On the other end of the spectrum, when he triumphantly bellows ‘I am Doctor FID’ it’s just plain awesome. I strongly recommend this series!
I picked this up because it was a recommended book similar to Drew Hayes’s Super Powereds and Forging Hephaestus series. If you liked those, or superheroes in general, this is a good read. Maybe not the most lighthearted read ever, but it makes for a truly sympathetic main character, even though he is a self professed monster. It’s pretty rare that a book can make me feel strongly, but the tragedy that sparked Doctor FID to become a villain actually made me cry a bit. On the other end of the spectrum, when he triumphantly bellows ‘I am Doctor FID’ it’s just plain awesome. I strongly recommend this series!
March 18, 2021
An absolute masterclass in storytelling
Every word start to finish in this book was absolutely perfect. start to finish, it was an absolute masterclass in both a great superhero story, and an even better redemption tale. It never felt fake, it never felt forced. Every single character stood out as a completely individual person, I can't stress enough how much I love this book. I cannot wait to get these on audio and re-listen to them now
This is immediately jumping to the list of one of the top five books I've ever read, and I'm currently just over 10,000
Every word start to finish in this book was absolutely perfect. start to finish, it was an absolute masterclass in both a great superhero story, and an even better redemption tale. It never felt fake, it never felt forced. Every single character stood out as a completely individual person, I can't stress enough how much I love this book. I cannot wait to get these on audio and re-listen to them now
This is immediately jumping to the list of one of the top five books I've ever read, and I'm currently just over 10,000
September 25, 2021
I am so sorry. You should read this book.
If you read this novel it will ruin your days off. Ruin vacations. Probably ruin study periods. You will not put it down. It will eclipse your life for a period. Luckily you can read it in about 18 hours. Maybe twelve if you don’t bother eating. Sleep is certainly over rated. This novel is one of the first in several years that had an emotional impact beyond mindless happiness. This happens rarely in todays amazon world where even awful novels sit happily at 4 stars. So lucky you. A novel good enough to be read more than once.
If you read this novel it will ruin your days off. Ruin vacations. Probably ruin study periods. You will not put it down. It will eclipse your life for a period. Luckily you can read it in about 18 hours. Maybe twelve if you don’t bother eating. Sleep is certainly over rated. This novel is one of the first in several years that had an emotional impact beyond mindless happiness. This happens rarely in todays amazon world where even awful novels sit happily at 4 stars. So lucky you. A novel good enough to be read more than once.
July 31, 2022
Surprisingly and Surpassingly Excellent
I read a lot of fantasy — embarrassingly so — and I don’t rate many books at five stars, and I leave far fewer written reviews but this deserves both. Easily one of the best things I’ve ever read.
I will also mention that I despise grim-dark books and novels where the characters lack a moral compass. Despite the premise, this book is neither. I was surprised to find it one off the more heartwarming things I’ve read recently.
Delightful.
I read a lot of fantasy — embarrassingly so — and I don’t rate many books at five stars, and I leave far fewer written reviews but this deserves both. Easily one of the best things I’ve ever read.
I will also mention that I despise grim-dark books and novels where the characters lack a moral compass. Despite the premise, this book is neither. I was surprised to find it one off the more heartwarming things I’ve read recently.
Delightful.
June 19, 2021
An optimistic story about a bad guy.
All three books display excellent, though, in some cases shallow characters. They have plot is easy to follow if somewhat interspersed with flashbacks that break up the flow a tad bit too much for my taste. The main character Doctor Fid is nuanced in ways very few authors manage to pull off while remaining relatable to the reader. The dialogue is also nuanced and delivered well.
All three books display excellent, though, in some cases shallow characters. They have plot is easy to follow if somewhat interspersed with flashbacks that break up the flow a tad bit too much for my taste. The main character Doctor Fid is nuanced in ways very few authors manage to pull off while remaining relatable to the reader. The dialogue is also nuanced and delivered well.
January 13, 2021
My absolute favorite!
I love hero stories that challenge the protagonist to grow or at leased to consider their actions from many perspectives, this is by far the best example I've come across. The hero knows what he is but doesn't stop his own growth, but doesn't get caught in the trap of trying to be something they are not. Excellent story!
I love hero stories that challenge the protagonist to grow or at leased to consider their actions from many perspectives, this is by far the best example I've come across. The hero knows what he is but doesn't stop his own growth, but doesn't get caught in the trap of trying to be something they are not. Excellent story!
May 19, 2021
A breath of fresh air
In the world of science fiction authors who dabble in the exploits of villains of the fail but this is truly a work to behold. The emotion, the story telling, the building of the universe. It is a phenomenal read that I highly recommend if you like to be enthralled.
In the world of science fiction authors who dabble in the exploits of villains of the fail but this is truly a work to behold. The emotion, the story telling, the building of the universe. It is a phenomenal read that I highly recommend if you like to be enthralled.
June 24, 2023
Very good. The writer's style is easy to read. The action flows seamlessly. The perspective of a villain is always interest. It reminded me of 'Confessions of a D-List supervillian', Drew Haynes Villains codex, and 'Soon I will be Invincible', all great examples of Super hero books from a villain's point of view. I definitely recommend reading the entire 3 book series.
January 26, 2025
I very well written Journey - of Evil (or not) Iron Man
To keep it short - this story taken with all 3 books was a great read! I enjoyed it all the way through and had a hard time putting g it down at the end of the day.
Interesting read in how/why one super genius becomes a supervillain and takes in different actions.
To keep it short - this story taken with all 3 books was a great read! I enjoyed it all the way through and had a hard time putting g it down at the end of the day.
Interesting read in how/why one super genius becomes a supervillain and takes in different actions.
August 16, 2020
I've read this series many times
This is a series that will constantly draw you in. I finally decided to just buy it that way I will always have it. Looking forward to other books by David Reiss.
This is a series that will constantly draw you in. I finally decided to just buy it that way I will always have it. Looking forward to other books by David Reiss.
April 17, 2022
Great superhuman book
This is a great book written from a villains point of view. I love that the author takes into account the humanity and potential reality aspects of a society that has people with powers.
This is a great book written from a villains point of view. I love that the author takes into account the humanity and potential reality aspects of a society that has people with powers.
August 5, 2022
couldn’t stop reading
If you love series like super Powereds and others from Drew Hayes then you will love this series. Lots of great character development and a ton of fun. I absolutely spent days if my life binging these stories! I look forward to the next one!
If you love series like super Powereds and others from Drew Hayes then you will love this series. Lots of great character development and a ton of fun. I absolutely spent days if my life binging these stories! I look forward to the next one!
December 1, 2024
Engaging, delightful, and constantly moving
This is like reading an entire book of sanderlanche. It's a bit of a feel good story, combined with great dialogue and eschews the usual tropes. Great read!
This is like reading an entire book of sanderlanche. It's a bit of a feel good story, combined with great dialogue and eschews the usual tropes. Great read!
September 29, 2020
Excellent
Fantastic world building and story but especially characters. Some of the best character growth I’ve read in a long time
Fantastic world building and story but especially characters. Some of the best character growth I’ve read in a long time
January 6, 2022
If iron man went bad
I truly enjoyed this omnibus. Fid is a complex character who is supremely written. Without giving any away just imagine Tony Stark as an amoral ass.
I truly enjoyed this omnibus. Fid is a complex character who is supremely written. Without giving any away just imagine Tony Stark as an amoral ass.
January 30, 2022
engaging series on villainy
Really enjoyed this series and it was $10 well spent. Read through the entire 3 books in one day! Will check out some of the authors other works.
Really enjoyed this series and it was $10 well spent. Read through the entire 3 books in one day! Will check out some of the authors other works.
August 5, 2022
Gret book!
Surprised how good this was! Very pleased! I will have to find more by this author! Keep up the great work!
Surprised how good this was! Very pleased! I will have to find more by this author! Keep up the great work!
July 11, 2024
Three thoroughly enjoyable books!
October 16, 2022
Action Packed Anti-Hero with a Conscience
I enjoyed devouring this 3 book series. The origin story, the sequence of actions taken by the protagonist, and the comforting concluding resolution. It makes for fun storytelling. There's a lot to assume that the author allows the reader to determine: this does not happen in our earth time frame so, sigh, alternate universe theory allows for all kinds of conveniences, yawn. The back and forth between present and past to catch the reader up makes for Q/A the intrigues the reader then sets them back on the path.
Overall, the action is fun, the protagonist is challenging in his angst and his ultimate fight to become a hero
I enjoyed devouring this 3 book series. The origin story, the sequence of actions taken by the protagonist, and the comforting concluding resolution. It makes for fun storytelling. There's a lot to assume that the author allows the reader to determine: this does not happen in our earth time frame so, sigh, alternate universe theory allows for all kinds of conveniences, yawn. The back and forth between present and past to catch the reader up makes for Q/A the intrigues the reader then sets them back on the path.
Overall, the action is fun, the protagonist is challenging in his angst and his ultimate fight to become a hero
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