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The Antiheroes #3
Probably it's Prophecy
The only thing rarer than a homicidal chicken is a hero who lives to see retirement.
Dannen Ateran spent the week following his battle with the necromancer and his undead army doing exactly what he enjoyed most—nothing.
Certainly nothing heroic. At least nothing more heroic than lying in Claire’s bed and reveling in the feeling—depressingly unfamiliar—of having no one try to kill him.
At least, that was, until Perandius summoned him to the land of the gods once more with a mission to rescue a shepherd boy foretold of in prophecy.
Dannen didn’t care for shepherd boys—the fools never could seem to stay out of trouble—and he cared even less for prophecies. But considering that the messenger god confiscated the Divining Stone—which Dannen had given to Claire as a necklace and which she loved, likely more than him—he decided it might be best to leave Talinseh for a time.
And so Dannen, hoping to keep breathing a bit longer, sets off to the south with his companions. But that was the thing about fleeing from death—no matter how fast a man runs, it’s always ahead of him.
And that death, this time, might well come in the form of wererats, plague-ridden beasts infesting the sewers of a port city or, perhaps, in an ancient sea monster and, if all else fails, there’s always the group of assassins hunting them.
Plenty of ways to die and die horribly but then, Dannen had lived long enough to know that if a man went looking for ways to die, he never had to look very far.
Probably it’s Prophecy is the third installment in the humorous, action-packed epic fantasy series, The Antiheroes. It is a story of magic and magical beasts, of assassins and blades in the dark, of monsters out of myth and men out of their minds. And one unfortunate, reluctant hero, known as the Bloody Butcher, who is only trying to survive it all.
Dannen Ateran spent the week following his battle with the necromancer and his undead army doing exactly what he enjoyed most—nothing.
Certainly nothing heroic. At least nothing more heroic than lying in Claire’s bed and reveling in the feeling—depressingly unfamiliar—of having no one try to kill him.
At least, that was, until Perandius summoned him to the land of the gods once more with a mission to rescue a shepherd boy foretold of in prophecy.
Dannen didn’t care for shepherd boys—the fools never could seem to stay out of trouble—and he cared even less for prophecies. But considering that the messenger god confiscated the Divining Stone—which Dannen had given to Claire as a necklace and which she loved, likely more than him—he decided it might be best to leave Talinseh for a time.
And so Dannen, hoping to keep breathing a bit longer, sets off to the south with his companions. But that was the thing about fleeing from death—no matter how fast a man runs, it’s always ahead of him.
And that death, this time, might well come in the form of wererats, plague-ridden beasts infesting the sewers of a port city or, perhaps, in an ancient sea monster and, if all else fails, there’s always the group of assassins hunting them.
Plenty of ways to die and die horribly but then, Dannen had lived long enough to know that if a man went looking for ways to die, he never had to look very far.
Probably it’s Prophecy is the third installment in the humorous, action-packed epic fantasy series, The Antiheroes. It is a story of magic and magical beasts, of assassins and blades in the dark, of monsters out of myth and men out of their minds. And one unfortunate, reluctant hero, known as the Bloody Butcher, who is only trying to survive it all.
- GenresFantasyEpic Fantasy
405 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 10, 2021
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February 12, 2023
I need the next book so bad! I really want to find out what happens to Dannen’s little god friend cause if he’s being tortured or hurt, I won’t be a happy reader. I had so much fun reading this and I absolutely adore these characters. Please don’t make me wait too long for the next!
December 14, 2021
Here come the antiheroes again! Dannen thought he would get a vacation after taking on a necromancer and undead army. But no such luck, Perandius summons him yet again, this time to save a shepherd boy of prophecy. And he was taken right out of bed with Claire no less. Him and his companions end up on another hilarious journey as they try to survive. I really enjoy the sense of camaraderie that keeps growing among the group. This book is action packed and fun and well written. Definitely read this series if you enjoy humorous high fantasy!
I received an ARC from the author and I’m voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received an ARC from the author and I’m voluntarily leaving an honest review.
December 15, 2021
Perandius yet again recruits Dannen and his friends for another mission. This time they must travel far south to save a shepherd boy. As usual with this bunch nothing is ever simple and easy. We are soon into a mega adventure which could spell the death of all of them. There is so much action going in this tale you will definitely lose sleep just so you can see what happens next. An eclectic cast of characters, non stop action and a very well written story line will keep you wanting more.
July 24, 2022
As in the previous two books, the humor is still alive, especially with Dannen. I found this book a bit more on the serious side. We learn more about Dannen, Fedder, Mariana, Telser and Maela. On yet another mission from Perandius, the Antiheros continue to find their journey rife with peril, but then again they handle it as well as can be expected. The characters are growing, learning, and sarcastic. Just the way I prefer. A great read that I finished in one sitting.
July 25, 2025
No Rest for the Wicked
Barely recovered from one quest, the oddly endearing band of disparate rogues are sent blundering on another. More dark "magic" , same dark humour, often laugh out and and same levels of violence and philosophising. All the components for a comic homage to the epic sword and sorcery fantasies.
Barely recovered from one quest, the oddly endearing band of disparate rogues are sent blundering on another. More dark "magic" , same dark humour, often laugh out and and same levels of violence and philosophising. All the components for a comic homage to the epic sword and sorcery fantasies.
December 16, 2021
I love these stories of Dannon, Fedder and company. They bring forth many laughs as they meet the challenges of their latest quest from Perandius, the Messenger God, who always brings such good news
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December 16, 2021
This is my favorite series from the author, and book three doesn't disappoint. Every thing that can go wrong for our unlucky heroes, does go wrong. Will they overcome these setbacks or will they fall? Find out in this book filled with action, adventure and humor. Don't miss it.
January 12, 2022
He’s done it again.
The third book in this series continues seamlessly on after books 1&2. We must now wait for the fourth book of the series. I only hope that the wait is not too long.
The third book in this series continues seamlessly on after books 1&2. We must now wait for the fourth book of the series. I only hope that the wait is not too long.
August 24, 2023
Sometimes after a good story you are better off letting the characters rest. This book is fine, but the jokes about Fedder have become a little stale, the new quest doesn't have the immediacy and sense of importance the first one did, and the main character's motivation isn't as believable.
January 1, 2022
Loved it! These books are so action packed and funny, yet charming and full of character. Looking forward to the next one.....
January 11, 2022
The Antiheroes are on the job again. Dannen just needs a vacation, unfortunately not yet. He has work to be done.
August 3, 2022
Ends on a hellva cliffhanger but enjoyable throughout.
September 27, 2022
For a comedy book its a fun ride. This series definitely has the vibes of a Dungeons and Dragon campaign at this point. Not necessarily a bad thing, especially if thats a genre you enjoy.
November 22, 2022
Great read!!
I love this series the characters are funny and the quips keep me snickering, I have enjoyed the books immensely so far and hope to enjoy the next!!
I love this series the characters are funny and the quips keep me snickering, I have enjoyed the books immensely so far and hope to enjoy the next!!
October 26, 2024
Enjoyable fantasy antihero fluff. One knock against it is that is does not finish the plot line in this book.
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