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Enemies of Light
Roan wants adventure. She finds destiny.
When Roan agrees to join the Serpents on a heist in the city of Esmeraldi, she expects it to go smoothly. Nothing could have been further from the truth. On the run for her life, she'll need to deceive soldiers, generals, and inquisitors of her identity and gender. It's illegal for a woman to be a soldier, after all.
Before long, she dives right into the hands of her pursuers, hiding in plain sight. At least Roan isn't facing down the Accursed in their mountain strongholds, hundreds of kilometers to the north...
In Legacy of Light , you witnessed the story of Ermo as she freed her people from the iron grip of the Holy Empire. In Enemies of Light , witness the war through the eyes of the other side. Not everything is as it seems.
Continue exploring the Compendium today.
When Roan agrees to join the Serpents on a heist in the city of Esmeraldi, she expects it to go smoothly. Nothing could have been further from the truth. On the run for her life, she'll need to deceive soldiers, generals, and inquisitors of her identity and gender. It's illegal for a woman to be a soldier, after all.
Before long, she dives right into the hands of her pursuers, hiding in plain sight. At least Roan isn't facing down the Accursed in their mountain strongholds, hundreds of kilometers to the north...
In Legacy of Light , you witnessed the story of Ermo as she freed her people from the iron grip of the Holy Empire. In Enemies of Light , witness the war through the eyes of the other side. Not everything is as it seems.
Continue exploring the Compendium today.
123 pages, Paperback
Published April 1, 2020
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About the author
C.D. Tavenor
20 books68 followersC. D. Tavenor is a science fiction and fantasy author based in Columbus, Ohio.
He is excited to tell stories that engage readers beyond a desire for entertainment, whether through philosophical inspiration or social inquiry. A firm believer in connecting every piece of fiction to reality, whether through their themes or their settings, he hopes his writing binds readers to the real world.
When he's not writing, Tavenor enjoys the more than occasional board game, his favorite being Eclipse.
He is excited to tell stories that engage readers beyond a desire for entertainment, whether through philosophical inspiration or social inquiry. A firm believer in connecting every piece of fiction to reality, whether through their themes or their settings, he hopes his writing binds readers to the real world.
When he's not writing, Tavenor enjoys the more than occasional board game, his favorite being Eclipse.
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Displaying 1 - 9 of 9 reviews
June 29, 2020
A delightful story about Roan. Unfortunately things aren’t going well for her and she’s on the run. Can’t wait for the next book.
May 28, 2020
This is the second book of The Compendium and is just as enjoyable as Book 1, Legacy of Light. Full of adventure, suspense, and intrigue, it kept me reading long after I should have been doing other things. It tells the story of Roan who through misadventure finds herself in a situation totally out of her control. This book will appeal to readers of fantasy and adventure. It’s well worth the read.
June 22, 2020
Another sad outcome for reviewing! Why can't this author write a book without inappropriate language?? I really got into the story when about 1/3 of the way into the book the crude language hit. I have to admit I did not go any further. I am so disappointed not to be able to finish the book. So sad to me. :(
August 23, 2020
In another deep and meaningful exploration of what it means to be sentient and what it means to be valid in a fantasy setting, this time Tavenor takes on the Chosen One trope, turns it on its head, and rewrites all your expectations. It's a lovely story from a series I'm really coming to enjoy, and the perfect thing for the days we live in!
April 26, 2020
Enemies of Light (The Compendium #2), my third read from author C.D. Tavenor. Highly enjoyable follow-up to Legacy of Light! I was given a Kindle copy of this book & am voluntarily reviewing it. I look forward to the next book in the series. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
August 14, 2020
Every bit as good as the first book. A wonderful story, captivating and highly entertaining. This is short, but has miles of entertainment value. I received a free review copy of the audio version of this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 4, 2021
Overall, I enjoyed the story, but it took quite a while to get going. I felt that the writing was very short and clipped. That did not impress me at all. That may be why it took a while to get into the story. The idea seemed intriguing, but it just didn’t live up to what was promised.
December 30, 2020
Loved this sequel to “Legacy of Light.” A robbery gone wrong, involuntary joining of the army, and a brother and sister’s bond. Well-drawn characters to root for and surprises along the way. A quick read that I highly recommend.
May 6, 2021
I really enjoyed listening to this book in audio format and enjoyed the story. I liked the creativity of the world and the way the characters came apart and then together.
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