Shades of the Past

The Morcyth Saga #6

by Brian S. Pratt

During his expedition to find the lost priests of Morcyth, James learned in part what he was brought to this world to do. But to accomplish what needs to be done, the City of Light must again be free of the Empire. In order for that to happen, however, he must devise a campaign through which that can be made a reality.

Once the spring thaw begins, and the passes are once more clear, he leads all but a few from The Ranch over the mountains into Madoc. Beginning at Lythylla, the capitol of Madoc, he sets into motion events which he believes will drive the Empire from Madoc's soil.

A friend's past brings unexpected allies and James stumbles upon a dark secret buried deep beneath the ground for centuries. A secret better left alone.

Genres: Fantasy, Magic, Fiction, Science Fiction Fantasy, Adventure, Adult, Action

348 pages, Paperback

First published September 19, 2006

About the author

Brian was born in Modesto, California. He graduated high school in 1985 and went straight into the Air Force where he was trained as an Avionic Specialist on the F-117A Stealth Fighter.

When his tour of duty was over, he joined Pizza Hut as a delivery driver where he quickly rose to become a General Manager of a delivery unit in Edmonds, WA.

Then after a short stint as a taxi driver, he spent two years as a driving instructor and now writes full time.

He currently lives in Boswell, OK and missing the three most wonderful children in the world: Joseph, Breanna, and Abigayle. They truly are the lights of his life.

Reviews

[Sebastien · Rating 4 out of 5]

Après 5 livres, on pourrait croire que l'auteur pourrait se planter dans ce sixième opus. He bien, détrompé vous car ce livre est encore une fois une réussite. Le build-up que l'auteur prépare pour le livre laisse présager un septième livre vraiment grandiose, mais non, surprise, le gros fight a lieu dans ce livre.

Encore une fois, des éléments de cette histoires ont été utilisé pour donner du piquant à une aventure de Warhammer que j'aie écrit. Les joueurs ont non seulement adoré l'histoire, mais en plus ont applaudie la fraicheur de ces idées. Donc dites vous que j'ai aussi apprécié le tout dans ce roman.

J'aime la manière dont l'auteur fait ressortir que le Héros, bien que puissant, ne peut pas tout faire. Il ne connait pas tout et est limité par ses propres connaissances. Même quand il a accès à encore plus de puissance, ce n'est pas suffisant car il ne l'utilise pas bien.

Encore une fois une réussite et un roman que je recommande à toute personne qui aime les histoires de type "héros venu de notre monde" car malgré un début qui laisse penser à l'échec, ce roman lui est loin d'échouer dans son but de divertir et de nous garder accroché à l'histoire.

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Morsyth Saga is an interesting action-fantasy series. I seem to remember the pacing being a little bit off on the sixth book, and I still haven’t finished the seventh (and I won’t necessarily read the sequel series). But it’s a fun yarn, and the author does a pretty good job of not making magic insanely OP and of putting James in real danger, despite the foregone conclusion that he survives and stays on the ranch in this world (I’m making a wild guess at that last bit, but I really don’t think James will go back home now).

[Annette brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the main character and have read all the books but the last one. I like the main character and want to know the conclusion of the whole matter. Because of his creativity I can overlook writing mistakes and his writing improved over the different books that he wrote. The writers personal story is important me also. He went for his dream and I give him kudos for raising kids and writing and keeping it all together as well as he did.

[Franklin J. Vergara M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most underrated series out there. Are you looking for a fun engaging plot, with a quick pace, and inviting characters. Give this series a chance. Perfect for a immersive session of just a few hours.

[Nyssy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wonder is the plot will ever change. Seems to be war, fight, James win .. war, fight, James win... 💬

[pdarnold · Rating 4 out of 5]

The saga continues for James and Miko. Miko comes into his own here and James faces many new trials and tribulations. A story of friendship, good vs. evil, fighting battles and finding the courage to do what is right. There is a new magical element introduced in this book and is a interesting addition. Love, friendship, teamwork and mercy prevail.

[Connie Fogg-Bouchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

becoming that which you hate

revenge, even for the right reasons, is a gut-wrenching decision to make. planning to take it against an entire country is destruction that burns to the soul. The Empire is being pushed back by James and his friends, but the horrors burn both ways and the burning magic leaves scars

[Ramdas Ormond · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story, weak writing. This is the case throughout the whole series.

"Then we do stood a chance," he said with a grin.

This quote, lifted from the third book is only one of many examples. I read the series anyway and enjoyed it. The writing did set my teeth on edge at times.

[Alan Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think written for teenagers but reminding me of BelGarion, love this series even tho its style is simple, I find that refreshing and interesting too. Looking forwards to more of James in the future. His story can end with the last book, surely?

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Proofread, proofread, proofread! WTF!

[Kane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Haven't been disappointed by any book in this series so far. Highly recommend it, it's an easy read and a great one at that.

[Gloria · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED the entire series!!

[Muhammad Gibran · Rating 5 out of 5]

The war has begun. What arsenal that james have in his sleeves?

[Angie Selix · Rating 5 out of 5]

love it

[Johnathan Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recommend this book because, long story short they lose a friend somehow and they need to find him before something bad happens.