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The Windmaster Novels #4
Windmaster Golem
Kia, sister to the current Oracle of Givneh, is expected to one day assume the mantle and lead the temple’s followers. Her emerging powers force an impossible decision. For to have magic demands she turn her back on her family, her heritage and the teachings of the Oracle.
Banishment to a remote village as healer, a position he despised, fueled Relliq’s desire for revenge. The discovery of a mythical city and an army of clay soldiers provided the means to control all mages--including the one he wanted most—Kia.
Brodie, weaponsmith for the School of Mages, couldn’t refuse his friend's request to act as escort for a healing team fighting a curse upon the land. But how can a man without any magic of his own fight a curse or protect a friend from an invisible stalker?
Banishment to a remote village as healer, a position he despised, fueled Relliq’s desire for revenge. The discovery of a mythical city and an army of clay soldiers provided the means to control all mages--including the one he wanted most—Kia.
Brodie, weaponsmith for the School of Mages, couldn’t refuse his friend's request to act as escort for a healing team fighting a curse upon the land. But how can a man without any magic of his own fight a curse or protect a friend from an invisible stalker?
273 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 10, 2020
About the author
Helen B. Henderson
24 books20 followersAlthough I wrote fiction for myself as long as I can remember, and been a professional writer for many years, pursuing publication for my fiction is a more recent endeavor. As a person, I have tried to find a balance between my typical Gemini characteristics. My heritage is also a reflection of contrasts -- the descendent of a coal-miner's daughter and an aviation flight engineer. I grew up knowing the simple life on a farm, yet my professional career was designing computers.
This dichotomy shows in my writing which crosses genres. Fantasy and science fiction is written to the lilting tunes of Celtic harp and flute. While the Ashokan Farewell calls forth the muse for historical adventures and westerns.
My published non-fiction in regional and national publications covers antiques, travel, history, and several articles on battlefield archeology (yes, I do know the subject and have participated in digs using both traditional screen and trowel methods and the new-fangled metal detectors). I'm also proud of my local histories, "Matawan and Aberdeen - Of Town and Field" and "Around Matawan & Aberdeen," both published under the Arcadia Press imprint. The most-recent book, "From the Back Street to Main Street - A Chronicle of the Methodist Community of Middletown Point" celebrated 180 years of a local organization.
Join me as we journey among the stars, to the past both near and far, or to worlds of imagination. I love to hear from readers so feel free to use the buttons below.
This dichotomy shows in my writing which crosses genres. Fantasy and science fiction is written to the lilting tunes of Celtic harp and flute. While the Ashokan Farewell calls forth the muse for historical adventures and westerns.
My published non-fiction in regional and national publications covers antiques, travel, history, and several articles on battlefield archeology (yes, I do know the subject and have participated in digs using both traditional screen and trowel methods and the new-fangled metal detectors). I'm also proud of my local histories, "Matawan and Aberdeen - Of Town and Field" and "Around Matawan & Aberdeen," both published under the Arcadia Press imprint. The most-recent book, "From the Back Street to Main Street - A Chronicle of the Methodist Community of Middletown Point" celebrated 180 years of a local organization.
Join me as we journey among the stars, to the past both near and far, or to worlds of imagination. I love to hear from readers so feel free to use the buttons below.
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October 13, 2021
Blurb: Kia, sister to the current Oracle of Givneh, is expected to one day assume the mantle and lead the temple’s followers. Her emerging powers force an impossible decision. For to have magic demands she turn her back on her family, her heritage and the teachings of the Oracle. Banishment to a remote village as healer, a position he despised, fueled Relliq’s desire for revenge. The discovery of a mythical city and an army of clay soldiers provided the means to control all mages--including the one he wanted most—Kia. Brodie, weaponsmith for the School of Mages, couldn’t refuse his friend's request to act as escort for a healing team fighting a curse upon the land. But how can a man without any magic of his own fight a curse or protect a friend from an invisible stalker?
Thoughts: I have to admit, I had a love/hate relationship with this book. I loved the story. It was imaginative and intriguing with a mixture of romance, magic, adventure, good vs. evil, and more. Everything you want in a fantasy book. Though I haven’t read the other books in the series, I didn’t feel like I was missing anything. The story itself came across beautifully.
So why the hate? The editing. Maybe it’s a Canadian vs. American thing, but having the emotions act as speaking characters threw me completely. Took me completely out of the story. There were other editorial issues also that jarred me.
That being said, I still enjoyed the story. It’s a good fantasy story that I enjoyed except for the editing.
Recommendations: I do recommend the book with the caveat that, if you are a stickler for editing, turn off your internal editor and just read for the story. It’s a good fantasy.
Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
Thoughts: I have to admit, I had a love/hate relationship with this book. I loved the story. It was imaginative and intriguing with a mixture of romance, magic, adventure, good vs. evil, and more. Everything you want in a fantasy book. Though I haven’t read the other books in the series, I didn’t feel like I was missing anything. The story itself came across beautifully.
So why the hate? The editing. Maybe it’s a Canadian vs. American thing, but having the emotions act as speaking characters threw me completely. Took me completely out of the story. There were other editorial issues also that jarred me.
That being said, I still enjoyed the story. It’s a good fantasy story that I enjoyed except for the editing.
Recommendations: I do recommend the book with the caveat that, if you are a stickler for editing, turn off your internal editor and just read for the story. It’s a good fantasy.
Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book with the hope that I will leave my unbiased opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
January 6, 2021
I received a free copy from Voracious Readers. Really enjoyed this book. Not run of the mill. Highly recommend
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