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The King's Ranger #5
Raise the Banner
A ranger’s duty. The rotten heart of a king. Rebellion spilled from the blood of family.
Rew’s sorrow clings to him like a cape. He’s wrought death and destruction in his quest to defeat the princes, but the alternative is worse. The Mordens have ruled Vaeldon for centuries, and every generation collects its tithe in blood. It’s time for it to stop. It’s time to raise the banner, and march to the final battle.
Anne has felt Rew’s pain, and she finally understands why he’s kept her at bay. Cinda knows the grim price for victory, and that she must pay it. Raif and Zaine grasp for a life they can understand, but it is beyond them. The rangers are broken and scattered, hiding from the king they once served. All of them must come together behind the banner, or Vaeldon will be lost.
The king and his sons have twisted the people of Vaeldon into shadows of what they were. They’ve used nobles and common alike to feed their ravenous hunger for power. The rot in the kingdom begins at the throne, but it does not end there. Will Rew and his companions have the nerve to cut deep enough to remove the horror that has infected all of Vaeldon, or will their quest be for naught?
Rew’s sorrow clings to him like a cape. He’s wrought death and destruction in his quest to defeat the princes, but the alternative is worse. The Mordens have ruled Vaeldon for centuries, and every generation collects its tithe in blood. It’s time for it to stop. It’s time to raise the banner, and march to the final battle.
Anne has felt Rew’s pain, and she finally understands why he’s kept her at bay. Cinda knows the grim price for victory, and that she must pay it. Raif and Zaine grasp for a life they can understand, but it is beyond them. The rangers are broken and scattered, hiding from the king they once served. All of them must come together behind the banner, or Vaeldon will be lost.
The king and his sons have twisted the people of Vaeldon into shadows of what they were. They’ve used nobles and common alike to feed their ravenous hunger for power. The rot in the kingdom begins at the throne, but it does not end there. Will Rew and his companions have the nerve to cut deep enough to remove the horror that has infected all of Vaeldon, or will their quest be for naught?
346 pages, Paperback
Published December 1, 2021
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About the author
A.C. Cobble
30 books632 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:
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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 14, 2022
Never a dull moment. I was a little bummed about Alsayer’s fate for some reason but other than that, it was fast paced and action packed. It kept me invested in the story and these characters.
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January 10, 2025
With Caleb and Heimdal dead, Rew sets his eyes on Halcyon and has a simulacra. In order to win, he'll need Alsayer to train Cinda to be under her control. Even with his New family, can he defeat Valchon and then the undead king?
December 31, 2021
An engaging fantasy for a comfy chair
The characters are well developed and draw your empathy. There are many interesting elements to the plot but not so many you feel angst to follow and remember, a good balance.
I enjoyed the escape but I have one complaint, AC has taped this obnoxious marketing technique of writing short books that don't stand alone I assume so he can charge more. It's more like a soap building a dilemma you must buy the next chapter to resolve.
Wait a couple of years until you can pick these up for $1.99.
The characters are well developed and draw your empathy. There are many interesting elements to the plot but not so many you feel angst to follow and remember, a good balance.
I enjoyed the escape but I have one complaint, AC has taped this obnoxious marketing technique of writing short books that don't stand alone I assume so he can charge more. It's more like a soap building a dilemma you must buy the next chapter to resolve.
Wait a couple of years until you can pick these up for $1.99.
September 24, 2025
Just finished Book 5 Raise the Banner by Author A C Cobble, the story just keeps on keeping on & keeps expanding & involving different characters as Ranger Rew along with Cinda, Raif, Zaine & Ann head towards a confrontation with Rew's Father the King, After confronting his Brothers in an attempt to find witch Brother will become the New King, the current King will then take their sole & appearance, I've now started book 6 The Rangers Lament, I hope the story just keep getting more interesting. try this Author A C Cobble Laurie Stuart
December 2, 2021
A great read
The book was enjoyable and read very quickly. This is a great overall series. Of course, there is another book coming, plus there are hints of another book after the next one.
The book was enjoyable and read very quickly. This is a great overall series. Of course, there is another book coming, plus there are hints of another book after the next one.
December 15, 2021
More twists and growth
The continuing story stays fresh. The characters grow as they survive more perils and learn more about themselves and others. Replete with gruesome consequences, but not gratuitous ones.
The continuing story stays fresh. The characters grow as they survive more perils and learn more about themselves and others. Replete with gruesome consequences, but not gratuitous ones.
December 18, 2021
Still good
So far, so much blood death and fratricide - put like that and you have to think what’s so good about that (and I forgot to mention the 2 towns that got wiped out)? Answer: um…….good point but, I still want to know what happens next
So far, so much blood death and fratricide - put like that and you have to think what’s so good about that (and I forgot to mention the 2 towns that got wiped out)? Answer: um…….good point but, I still want to know what happens next
December 21, 2021
Good but not excellent
Another fine installment but lacks the fast paced action sequences and deep character development of previous books. It is more of a house keeping and stage setting piece that puts everything in order for the conclusion.
Looking forward to reading book 6!
Another fine installment but lacks the fast paced action sequences and deep character development of previous books. It is more of a house keeping and stage setting piece that puts everything in order for the conclusion.
Looking forward to reading book 6!
January 2, 2022
Worth waiting
I thought this was a trilogy book 4 made m e wish it was. This book was well worth the wait and hopefully the last book 6 will not disappoint. I hope it will not be my lament.
I thought this was a trilogy book 4 made m e wish it was. This book was well worth the wait and hopefully the last book 6 will not disappoint. I hope it will not be my lament.
January 25, 2022
Wishy washy Rew, doing his best!
Long running adventures that span a kingdom of increasingly difficult challenges to end the despotic rule of Rew's family including his necromancer father.
Long running adventures that span a kingdom of increasingly difficult challenges to end the despotic rule of Rew's family including his necromancer father.
August 22, 2022
This series took a bit to get rolling, but once it did, it's nonstop. The children Rew took under his wing in the first book are now powers, to varying degrees in their own right.
There's one prince left between Rew and the king. Let it be done
There's one prince left between Rew and the king. Let it be done
May 13, 2024
Imagination
The wonderful imagination of the author is incredible! All the characters, unique and strong, continue their journeys into perilous circumstances where conflicts and intrigue abound. It’s definitely a great story!
The wonderful imagination of the author is incredible! All the characters, unique and strong, continue their journeys into perilous circumstances where conflicts and intrigue abound. It’s definitely a great story!
September 11, 2024
Love it
There are no dislikes for the 5th volume. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoy great sword fights and magic. So well written, it's easy to form a picture of the scene being read.
There are no dislikes for the 5th volume. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoy great sword fights and magic. So well written, it's easy to form a picture of the scene being read.
December 9, 2021
A little too much exposition...found myself skimming pages waiting for something to happen. Still like the story and will finish the last book in March.
December 10, 2021
Gripping stuff!
An excellent read, and an exciting money - despite being a little predictable. This writer has the touch of a real storyteller, and leaves the reader wanting more!
An excellent read, and an exciting money - despite being a little predictable. This writer has the touch of a real storyteller, and leaves the reader wanting more!
February 25, 2022
Continue on
I enjoyed the suspense throughout the whoole book and the unexpected twists at the end. I look forward to the final book.
I enjoyed the suspense throughout the whoole book and the unexpected twists at the end. I look forward to the final book.
March 31, 2022
Another great book! Really enjoyed the continuation of this story!
April 1, 2022
The best one so far!
I can't wait to see what happens in the finale. This series has been so much fun to read, and they just keep getting better.
I can't wait to see what happens in the finale. This series has been so much fun to read, and they just keep getting better.
August 4, 2022
Great Book
Another great book by AC Cobble! I strongly encourage you to read this book be ready for all the twist and turns and Enjoy.
Another great book by AC Cobble! I strongly encourage you to read this book be ready for all the twist and turns and Enjoy.
April 11, 2023
Enjoyed this installment of the story and looking forward to the final book in the series.
March 5, 2025
The banner is raised
Many twists and turns to a plot that has been as diverse as any I’ve read. Can’t wait to see the finale!!!
Many twists and turns to a plot that has been as diverse as any I’ve read. Can’t wait to see the finale!!!
April 2, 2022
Wonderful
AC Cobble’s best work yet! Definitely some surprises and I love where the story leads. I can wait to read the next book.
AC Cobble’s best work yet! Definitely some surprises and I love where the story leads. I can wait to read the next book.
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