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A World Within
Fourteen year-old Daniel Harwick's powerless days bullied at Ekhart Academy are about to end. Traumatically catapulted into a beautiful but terrifying world within, Daniel finds himself on the run from Pirates, Dragons, Shapeshifters, Spider-Elves, Griffins, Krakens, Cyborgs and even "Death" himself. Reluctantly, Daniel joins with a strange band of ragtag warriors questing for the legendary Wielder who alone can defeat the spread of the Necrom Void across the Living Land. But as Daniel begins to exhibit a strange ability to escape overwhelming danger his friends wonder if the Wielder may be the least one they expect!
“James Somers is one of my favorite authors. His pacing, creativity and the unique spiritual perspective he brings to his stories never disappoints.” – Jeremy Robinson, author of PULSE and INSTINCT.
PRAISE THE REALM SHIFT TRILOGY
"The Realm Shift's intrigue is second only to its action!" -- Wayne Thomas Batson, author, The Berinfell Prophecies and The Door Within Trilogy.
"The Realm Shift doesn't just draw you in, it sucks you in! The story is full of mystery, adventure, danger and inspiration. I highly recommend it!" -- Brian Tubbs, Pastor, Sligo Baptist Church.
"The Realm Shift is written in a grand mythic type of storytelling reminiscent of Tolkien's Lord of the Ring Trilogy. It grabs the reader from the get-go and takes you on an intense ride through its thrilling, unstoppable trajectory!" -- Rai Aren, author, The Secret Sands.
"The Realm Shift is spiritual warfare as you've never read it before. An awesome book!" -- Betty Dravis, author, Toonies Invade Silicon Valley and 1106 Grand Boulevard.
PRAISE THE CHRONICLES OF SOONE
"...an intense, action packed sci-fi story with a heart. A gripping story, not to be missed!"—Jeremy Robinson, Bestselling Author PULSE, INSTINCT & BENEATH
“Sparks of Creative Somers' strength is plotting. No bog down scenes here. It just keeps amping. Wait until you meet the cyborg assasin Vale. He alone adds a rogue suspense mechanism worth the price of admission. The Vorn, the Barudii, the transdimensional rift--all very cool elements. A Story Worth Hearing!”—Wayne Thomas Batson, Bestselling Author The Door Within Trilogy, Isle of Fire & The Berinfell Prophecies
“Everything an action sci-fi fan could ask Full of battle. From the opening scene I was captivated. Woven into the action are moral dilemmas and tragedy, coupled with a unique perspective on the battle between good and evil. An excellent read.”—Craig Alexander, Author The Nineveh Project & The Assassi
“James Somers is one of my favorite authors. His pacing, creativity and the unique spiritual perspective he brings to his stories never disappoints.” – Jeremy Robinson, author of PULSE and INSTINCT.
PRAISE THE REALM SHIFT TRILOGY
"The Realm Shift's intrigue is second only to its action!" -- Wayne Thomas Batson, author, The Berinfell Prophecies and The Door Within Trilogy.
"The Realm Shift doesn't just draw you in, it sucks you in! The story is full of mystery, adventure, danger and inspiration. I highly recommend it!" -- Brian Tubbs, Pastor, Sligo Baptist Church.
"The Realm Shift is written in a grand mythic type of storytelling reminiscent of Tolkien's Lord of the Ring Trilogy. It grabs the reader from the get-go and takes you on an intense ride through its thrilling, unstoppable trajectory!" -- Rai Aren, author, The Secret Sands.
"The Realm Shift is spiritual warfare as you've never read it before. An awesome book!" -- Betty Dravis, author, Toonies Invade Silicon Valley and 1106 Grand Boulevard.
PRAISE THE CHRONICLES OF SOONE
"...an intense, action packed sci-fi story with a heart. A gripping story, not to be missed!"—Jeremy Robinson, Bestselling Author PULSE, INSTINCT & BENEATH
“Sparks of Creative Somers' strength is plotting. No bog down scenes here. It just keeps amping. Wait until you meet the cyborg assasin Vale. He alone adds a rogue suspense mechanism worth the price of admission. The Vorn, the Barudii, the transdimensional rift--all very cool elements. A Story Worth Hearing!”—Wayne Thomas Batson, Bestselling Author The Door Within Trilogy, Isle of Fire & The Berinfell Prophecies
“Everything an action sci-fi fan could ask Full of battle. From the opening scene I was captivated. Woven into the action are moral dilemmas and tragedy, coupled with a unique perspective on the battle between good and evil. An excellent read.”—Craig Alexander, Author The Nineveh Project & The Assassi
274 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 8, 2009
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About the author
James Somers
41 books39 followersJames Somers is the author of more than a dozen Sci-fi and Fantasy novels available on Kindle including: The Serpent Kings, Percival Strange, Perdition's Gate, and The Realm Shift Trilogy. He has also written several Bible studies for Kindle including: "What's So Great About Salvation?" and "What Does it Mean to be Born Again?"
Upcoming novels include sequels to The Serpent Kings, Percival Strange, and A World Within; as well as a brand new Fantasy entitled, Fallen.
In addition to writing, James serves as the Pastor of Ozone Baptist Church in Rockwood, Tennessee and also works in Knoxville as a Surgical Technologist. He is married and have five children.
Upcoming novels include sequels to The Serpent Kings, Percival Strange, and A World Within; as well as a brand new Fantasy entitled, Fallen.
In addition to writing, James serves as the Pastor of Ozone Baptist Church in Rockwood, Tennessee and also works in Knoxville as a Surgical Technologist. He is married and have five children.
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Displaying 1 - 9 of 9 reviews
January 18, 2025
This has all the makings of a good Fantasy. I did get a bit lost in places and feel it needs an ending.
January 10, 2014
Mostly what I liked about this book is the allegorical message. As far as characters, there isn't anything really new or amazing. The setting is interesting and the alliances for the upcoming war prove the author spent some time with world building.
Most of the "plot twists" were easy for me to predict. This isn't unusual. I'm a writer and a voracious reader. If you can trick me and have the proper groundwork in place to back up your twist, I'm impressed.
For me, the allegory is too plain here. It isn't preachy yet, but I suspect it might become that way before the series is finished. Of course, this makes me want to check out the next book to see if I'm right.
While this installment in the series does seem to have a story problem that is resolved (find the wielder) it isn't the main character's problem. His problem is feeling like an outcast in his home reality and I guess that is resolved in the story. It seems pretty easily resolved to me. The plot is strong for the story but the character arc is weak.
If you like quests, magic, elves, dragons and battle scenes, you will probably enjoy this book. If you like fiction with a spiritual message, this book is for you. If you want amazing characters who grow and change; sorry, you can't always get everything you want.
Most of the "plot twists" were easy for me to predict. This isn't unusual. I'm a writer and a voracious reader. If you can trick me and have the proper groundwork in place to back up your twist, I'm impressed.
For me, the allegory is too plain here. It isn't preachy yet, but I suspect it might become that way before the series is finished. Of course, this makes me want to check out the next book to see if I'm right.
While this installment in the series does seem to have a story problem that is resolved (find the wielder) it isn't the main character's problem. His problem is feeling like an outcast in his home reality and I guess that is resolved in the story. It seems pretty easily resolved to me. The plot is strong for the story but the character arc is weak.
If you like quests, magic, elves, dragons and battle scenes, you will probably enjoy this book. If you like fiction with a spiritual message, this book is for you. If you want amazing characters who grow and change; sorry, you can't always get everything you want.
January 21, 2017
Excellent storyline! Great fantasy read..... where is the rest of the series?
This is a great, exciting read....kind of like watching anime fantasy, especially the fight scenes. My favorite parts were where we (the audience) get a glimpse of Truth, but the characters don't get it. The saddest thing about this book is that it clearly doesn't finish the storyline. You're left wondering how it will end and the series has not been finished, or even continued yet...... but hopefully Somers will pick up with the rest soon !
This is a great, exciting read....kind of like watching anime fantasy, especially the fight scenes. My favorite parts were where we (the audience) get a glimpse of Truth, but the characters don't get it. The saddest thing about this book is that it clearly doesn't finish the storyline. You're left wondering how it will end and the series has not been finished, or even continued yet...... but hopefully Somers will pick up with the rest soon !
December 14, 2013
I was pleasantly surprised by Mr. Somers book, 'A World Within'. The story of a young boy who struggles with his belief. I will not go into further detail of exactly what happens, I highly recommend you read this book.
The character development was well done. The story line is believable and well thought out. Although a work of fantasy, this book will make you think a little about your own faith.
The character development was well done. The story line is believable and well thought out. Although a work of fantasy, this book will make you think a little about your own faith.
April 13, 2014
Once again James Somers has not disappointed. This story is about Daniel, a young boy who doesn't know who he is and is dragged into another world to help defeat Mortis who wants to wage war. He meets up with several characters who he befriends and they help him as he helps them on their journeys. Definately a great start to another fantastic series.
September 20, 2014
I really liked this book and thought it would be a great read for a young boy to read. The ending however was very abrupt and just ended in the middle of everything. It did not feel like any kind of stopping point.
Where is the conclusion???
Where is the conclusion???
July 14, 2014
A promising high fantasy for early teens--a bit of Tolkien and a touch of CS Lewis, but a totally original adventure, brilliantly performed by Will M. Watt. Viewpoints are a little distant, but high action provides plenty of entertainment.
January 8, 2013
surprisingly good book.
October 7, 2014
Not very good but read for your self.
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