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In The Emperor, the first book in this trilogy, a young man called Audun discovered that he was the illegitimate son of Alberon, the Emperor of the North. Audun blamed the Emperor for the death of his mother and his grandparents. In Aldene Castle’s dungeons, he recovered a mysterious red stone which was all that remained of Oien, the ancient alchemist whose essence was locked away centuries earlier by the white magic of Alastair Munro. Now in this sequel, Audun has to harness the power of the stone and learn the secrets of the Staff of Power before he can claim his inheritance.
- GenresFantasy
340 pages, Paperback
Published June 24, 2021
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About the author
Robert Reid
5 books2,271 followersRobert (Bob) Reid grew up in Scotland’s beautiful border country. Hawick was home until it was time to go to university in Edinburgh. A degree and a PhD in Chemistry followed. It was in Edinburgh that Bob met and married Phyllis. Work opportunities took them south, and their son Simon was born in Cheshire and their daughter Charis some years later in Swindon. Highworth, near Swindon, became home in 1982. It still is home and has become a special place to Bob and Phyllis.
Bob’s career of forty years was initially in technical management, then general management and business consulting. Work generally took priority over creativity. Semi-retirement in early 2018 created the time, family and friends the encouragement, for Bob to develop his writing. His first novel “White Light Red Fire” was published in April 2019 and is a historical fantasy loosely based on the Scottish wars of independence of the early 14th Century. ‘The Emperor’ was the first of a trilogy based in the same lands as “White Light Red Fire” but placed two hundred years later, in the early 16th century. The Son continued Audun’s story and the story of the red fire.
The third book, ‘The Thief’, was published 27th February 2022 and brought to a close the story of Raimund, Audun and the red fire.
The Empress tells Sylva and her son's story after their banishment by Audun. Sylva and the Princes will become engaged in a struggle for the rights of thrones.
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Bob’s career of forty years was initially in technical management, then general management and business consulting. Work generally took priority over creativity. Semi-retirement in early 2018 created the time, family and friends the encouragement, for Bob to develop his writing. His first novel “White Light Red Fire” was published in April 2019 and is a historical fantasy loosely based on the Scottish wars of independence of the early 14th Century. ‘The Emperor’ was the first of a trilogy based in the same lands as “White Light Red Fire” but placed two hundred years later, in the early 16th century. The Son continued Audun’s story and the story of the red fire.
The third book, ‘The Thief’, was published 27th February 2022 and brought to a close the story of Raimund, Audun and the red fire.
The Empress tells Sylva and her son's story after their banishment by Audun. Sylva and the Princes will become engaged in a struggle for the rights of thrones.
Follow Bob on Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/robertreidau...
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September 6, 2023
Delve into the captivating world of historical fantasy with Robert Reid's second installment, "The Son: The Emperor, the Son, and the Thief Book 2." With masterful storytelling, Reid showcases his prowess as he weaves a compelling narrative. The foundation of the story is robust, centered around the Emperor, the Son, and the Thief trilogy, while the characters show remarkable depth and growth. The plot is a web of intricacies and heightened emotions, creating an exciting experience. The abundance of detail and the surge of intensity make this novel an unequivocal recommendation. Immerse yourself in a tale that effortlessly marries history and fantasy. A great read.
September 16, 2023
So I read this shortly after finishing the first book and was surprised by how fast I went through it. It is shorter than the first book but still has a good story.
I absolutely loved the character development in this book. We find out a lot about The Emperor and The Son (but not so much about The Thief yet). The Son's journey, in particular, takes centre stage, and it's a rollercoaster of emotions. His growth, struggles, and the choices he makes are both relatable and thought-provoking. His relationship with the red stone and the staff was also interesting. (I also liked the appearance of The Bear).
I enjoyed this book a lot more than the first. I guess it's because it didn't have as many details. This book focuses on the backstories of the main characters. I really found this book hard to put down once I started it. I finished it in about 3 days on my commute to work.
The second instalment of this series not only met but exceeded my expectations. If you enjoyed the first, you will enjoy this one even more. Just so you know, I'm writing this after reading all the books, and I am trying not to give away anything from the next book.
I absolutely loved the character development in this book. We find out a lot about The Emperor and The Son (but not so much about The Thief yet). The Son's journey, in particular, takes centre stage, and it's a rollercoaster of emotions. His growth, struggles, and the choices he makes are both relatable and thought-provoking. His relationship with the red stone and the staff was also interesting. (I also liked the appearance of The Bear).
I enjoyed this book a lot more than the first. I guess it's because it didn't have as many details. This book focuses on the backstories of the main characters. I really found this book hard to put down once I started it. I finished it in about 3 days on my commute to work.
The second instalment of this series not only met but exceeded my expectations. If you enjoyed the first, you will enjoy this one even more. Just so you know, I'm writing this after reading all the books, and I am trying not to give away anything from the next book.
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