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The King's Ranger #4
The Ranger's Sorrow
A ranger’s duty. The rotten heart of a king. Rebellion spilled from the blood of family.
In Book 4 of the King’s Ranger series, Rew and his companions find themselves transported across the kingdom and flung into the teeth of waiting danger. There’s no time to rest as they go from one deadly circumstance to another. It’s a trap, but are they the trap’s bait or its jaws?
As the companions continue their quest against the king and the princes of Vaeldon, they discover they’re the masters of horrific power. Their strength rivals that of the greatest swordsmen and spellcasters in the kingdom’s history, but when they use that strength, the cost is weighed in lives.
The price of victory is high, and Rew and his friends carry the burden of that sorrow. Are the spoils of victory worth the tragic loss it takes to achieve them? Can Rew and his companions justify their crusade against the Mordens when the line separating them grows ever thin?
The King’s Ranger is a classic fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Michael J Sullivan, Brent Weeks, James Islington, and AC Cobble’s Benjamin Ashwood Series.
In Book 4 of the King’s Ranger series, Rew and his companions find themselves transported across the kingdom and flung into the teeth of waiting danger. There’s no time to rest as they go from one deadly circumstance to another. It’s a trap, but are they the trap’s bait or its jaws?
As the companions continue their quest against the king and the princes of Vaeldon, they discover they’re the masters of horrific power. Their strength rivals that of the greatest swordsmen and spellcasters in the kingdom’s history, but when they use that strength, the cost is weighed in lives.
The price of victory is high, and Rew and his friends carry the burden of that sorrow. Are the spoils of victory worth the tragic loss it takes to achieve them? Can Rew and his companions justify their crusade against the Mordens when the line separating them grows ever thin?
The King’s Ranger is a classic fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Michael J Sullivan, Brent Weeks, James Islington, and AC Cobble’s Benjamin Ashwood Series.
320 pages, Paperback
First published July 29, 2021
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About the author
A.C. Cobble
31 books635 followersAC Cobble is the author of Wahrheit, The King's Ranger, Benjamin Ashwood, and The Cartographer series. Signed print copies of all of his books are available at Merrick Bookshop:
https://merrickbookshop.com/collectio...
Wahrheit is a classic epic fantasy adventure. It is packed full of political intrigue, epic battles, spies & assassins, ancient magic, a little humor, a young man and woman against impossible odds, and dragons. If you liked AC Cobble's other books, you will love this series.
The King's Ranger is a clean, action-packed adventure. Rew, the titular ranger, wants only to manage the wilderness he is responsible for, but the arrival of three youths in his jail cell force him to embark on an epic journey. To protect the youths, he's forced to confront a darkness in his past and join a swirling conflict that will envelope the entire kingdom.
Benjamin Ashwood is AC's take on the classic farm boy with a sword fantasy story. It starts much like they all do, but in Ben's world like the real world, heroes are made not born, and the good guys don't always win. Try it today and find out why this series has sold hundreds of thousands of copies!
The Cartographer is a little sexier and a little darker, but has the same sense of fun and adventure as Benjamin Ashwood. Think world spanning travel and exploration, occult rituals, dark seductresses, bodies dropping like flies, and bar fights. Fans of Rhys will love Oliver and Sam. Join the adventure today!
For series artwork, maps, the newsletter signup, the blog, and more, head over to: https://accobble.com/.
https://merrickbookshop.com/collectio...
Wahrheit is a classic epic fantasy adventure. It is packed full of political intrigue, epic battles, spies & assassins, ancient magic, a little humor, a young man and woman against impossible odds, and dragons. If you liked AC Cobble's other books, you will love this series.
The King's Ranger is a clean, action-packed adventure. Rew, the titular ranger, wants only to manage the wilderness he is responsible for, but the arrival of three youths in his jail cell force him to embark on an epic journey. To protect the youths, he's forced to confront a darkness in his past and join a swirling conflict that will envelope the entire kingdom.
Benjamin Ashwood is AC's take on the classic farm boy with a sword fantasy story. It starts much like they all do, but in Ben's world like the real world, heroes are made not born, and the good guys don't always win. Try it today and find out why this series has sold hundreds of thousands of copies!
The Cartographer is a little sexier and a little darker, but has the same sense of fun and adventure as Benjamin Ashwood. Think world spanning travel and exploration, occult rituals, dark seductresses, bodies dropping like flies, and bar fights. Fans of Rhys will love Oliver and Sam. Join the adventure today!
For series artwork, maps, the newsletter signup, the blog, and more, head over to: https://accobble.com/.
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March 12, 2022
Fast paced and action packed. Ready for the next book.
October 11, 2021
Looking forward to the next book.
August 3, 2021
When I first found out about The King's Ranger series, I burned through the first three books in less than a week. Ever since then I have been waiting desperately for the fourth book to come out. And The Ranger's Sorrow did not disappoint.
I really enjoyed the character growth in all the characters. They are finally starting to understand why Rew is so hesitant about what they are planning on doing. They finally understand why he has been so secretive about some things. And I loved to see these characters grow.
The book once again was very very fast-paced, and I flew through it as I desperately wanted to know what happened next. I love the fact that it is plot-focused but also character-focused at the same time. We get introduced to some new characters this book and I am very excited to see where the story goes from here.
Overall I genuinely really enjoyed this book so so much and am so excited for the next book in the series. Cant believe more people don't know of this series!
I really enjoyed the character growth in all the characters. They are finally starting to understand why Rew is so hesitant about what they are planning on doing. They finally understand why he has been so secretive about some things. And I loved to see these characters grow.
The book once again was very very fast-paced, and I flew through it as I desperately wanted to know what happened next. I love the fact that it is plot-focused but also character-focused at the same time. We get introduced to some new characters this book and I am very excited to see where the story goes from here.
Overall I genuinely really enjoyed this book so so much and am so excited for the next book in the series. Cant believe more people don't know of this series!
May 8, 2024
While the author writes well, the topics of violence, anger, necromancers, witch craft, etc are delving into the dark side of fantasy. Yes dark spirits do exist. Just read the Old Testament and Jesus dealing with demons. This story has thousands dying. This is heavy stuff with complex plots. Not uplifting, edifying your spirit kinds of action, and readers should know this fantasy set of stories are not for young people. Our society is hooked or too used to violence and civil lawlessness as it is, so reading dark fantasy only feeds these appetites. As in the days before Noah's flood, this civilization would fit right in when violence was everywhere.
August 4, 2021
Couldn’t put it down!
What an action packed and exciting continuation to the story. I laughed, I cried. Well I laughed. Several times. I enjoy AC ‘s sense of humor. From the outset this book is nonstop and intense. We learn more and more about Rew and Anne. More of their backstory, and the histories of those around them. I look forward to the next book and what lies ahead for the companions!
What an action packed and exciting continuation to the story. I laughed, I cried. Well I laughed. Several times. I enjoy AC ‘s sense of humor. From the outset this book is nonstop and intense. We learn more and more about Rew and Anne. More of their backstory, and the histories of those around them. I look forward to the next book and what lies ahead for the companions!
June 16, 2023
Starting to drag
Initially I liked the series, but it started to drag on after the first two books, it has the feeling of a story that was Initially planned as a trilogy, and later stretched into a longer series. This may also be due to the fact that I did the audible version for the first three and then read this one, I'm going to try to finish the series in audible, I fell asleep reading this one too frequently.
Initially I liked the series, but it started to drag on after the first two books, it has the feeling of a story that was Initially planned as a trilogy, and later stretched into a longer series. This may also be due to the fact that I did the audible version for the first three and then read this one, I'm going to try to finish the series in audible, I fell asleep reading this one too frequently.
September 2, 2025
Hi two day's ago I finished reading Book 4 of A C Cobble The Kings Ranger series, so far I just loved the continuous changes in the characters that are involved in this series & how the Ranger keeps finding ways to keep his fellow Travelers alive along with helping to train them, I'm now reading Book 5 Raise The Banner, as previous Books their adventures keep on keeping on I just Love this kind of Stories. I would highly recommend anyone who even Likes Adventure / Fantasy stories they try Author AC Cobble, Laurie Stuart
August 16, 2021
Great 4th book
This series grows on me. The first book was a bit slow, but now things are raging and it is very entertaining. The mysteries are slowly being explained as the world get more fleshed out. The characters are much less annoying now, yet some are still underutilized. Good series.
This series grows on me. The first book was a bit slow, but now things are raging and it is very entertaining. The mysteries are slowly being explained as the world get more fleshed out. The characters are much less annoying now, yet some are still underutilized. Good series.
February 22, 2022
So good!
I’m one of those people who fangirls over an author for 30 years waiting for the rest of the story. It’s actually really refreshing to get a dose of great fantasy that I can read in an afternoon and know the next book will be out in six months. This is just good solid mile-a-minute storytelling. I love it!
I’m one of those people who fangirls over an author for 30 years waiting for the rest of the story. It’s actually really refreshing to get a dose of great fantasy that I can read in an afternoon and know the next book will be out in six months. This is just good solid mile-a-minute storytelling. I love it!
November 15, 2022
Good story weaving
So far, I’ve enjoyed each of the four books. Cobble has managed to keep the character depth consistent and story web moving at a nice pace. These have been a nice way to enjoy a fun story lines and enough twists & turns to wonder what will happen next. I’ll be moving onto #5 next.
So far, I’ve enjoyed each of the four books. Cobble has managed to keep the character depth consistent and story web moving at a nice pace. These have been a nice way to enjoy a fun story lines and enough twists & turns to wonder what will happen next. I’ll be moving onto #5 next.
August 22, 2021
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September 19, 2021
A page-turning continuation of the tale
Another excellent, entertaining read from AC Cobble, taking Rew, Anne and the children much further than they'd ever anticipated. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
Another excellent, entertaining read from AC Cobble, taking Rew, Anne and the children much further than they'd ever anticipated. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
August 2, 2021
Very Enjoyable Read
Cobble does a masterful job of making it believable and releasing just enough secrets to keep the story spinning. I have enjoyed all the books.
Cobble does a masterful job of making it believable and releasing just enough secrets to keep the story spinning. I have enjoyed all the books.
August 6, 2021
Wow
This book builds and continues to entertain. Can’t wait for the conclusion of this series. The pace is quick with details and info. Read this series it worth it.
This book builds and continues to entertain. Can’t wait for the conclusion of this series. The pace is quick with details and info. Read this series it worth it.
August 6, 2021
Captivating
Each book in this series is more captivating than the next. I can't wait to see what twists and turns the next book holds!
Each book in this series is more captivating than the next. I can't wait to see what twists and turns the next book holds!
August 9, 2021
When is the next one releasing?
I cannot wait for the next one in the series. Alas it will be some time at least till it's released.
I am loving the story so far.
I cannot wait for the next one in the series. Alas it will be some time at least till it's released.
I am loving the story so far.
August 10, 2021
Great addition
This is a great addition to the story of Rew. I couldn't put it down. The surprises keep on coming.
This is a great addition to the story of Rew. I couldn't put it down. The surprises keep on coming.
September 15, 2021
Awesome!
The adventure continues. I just love reading this series so much. Thanks AC for a book that does not disappoint.
The adventure continues. I just love reading this series so much. Thanks AC for a book that does not disappoint.
September 21, 2021
I have read all that are out and I've found it entertaining. I would recommend the series.
September 25, 2021
The hero's plan seems to be working.
Lots of complexity and compelling complications and action. Unorthodox solutions. Lies upon lies. Truth assembles pieces by piece. My thanks
Lots of complexity and compelling complications and action. Unorthodox solutions. Lies upon lies. Truth assembles pieces by piece. My thanks
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October 14, 2021Exciting, good pace, interesting characters, heroics
November 2, 2021
I'm struggling a little. If probabilities were a thing in this world then the Ranger would be dead ten times over.
November 10, 2021
Another Amazing Book by A.C. Cobble
This book kept me reading, until I finished it..It left me breathless..I loved it..You will love it, too..Cheers for A.C. Cobble
This book kept me reading, until I finished it..It left me breathless..I loved it..You will love it, too..Cheers for A.C. Cobble
November 24, 2021
Great read
Loved the story and the pace of the storyline. Great character building and the slow approach to learning more about Rew.
Loved the story and the pace of the storyline. Great character building and the slow approach to learning more about Rew.
November 30, 2021
classic fantasy
Happy to find throwback fantasy writer. Characters you actually like. I will leave all the dark, anti-hero, books with gratuitous rapes to others.
Happy to find throwback fantasy writer. Characters you actually like. I will leave all the dark, anti-hero, books with gratuitous rapes to others.
December 8, 2021
Excellent
The game is afoot! Our heroes are still alive but there may be trouble ahead, not that there wasn’t any behind . Bring on book 5.
The game is afoot! Our heroes are still alive but there may be trouble ahead, not that there wasn’t any behind . Bring on book 5.
December 31, 2021
This is a well written and developed characters. The story is catching and with the strong characters makes for a very enjoyable read. Great Reading Everyone!
February 13, 2022
Alsome twist
Keeps you glue till the next page. Very well writen. The plots thicken. I didn't see what came after. I guest some of the outcome but there are unknow supprise.
Keeps you glue till the next page. Very well writen. The plots thicken. I didn't see what came after. I guest some of the outcome but there are unknow supprise.
August 19, 2022
By far the best of the series so far. The kids have grown so they're actually useful now and actually listening to Rew rather than thinking they're smarter just because they're nobles.
March 18, 2023
Enjoying this series ... can't wait to find out the ending of the Investiture. Poor Rew seems to be stuck between a rock and a hard place all the time.
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