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Getting closer to the end now. They've met the Oracle now. The tension between Teclis, Gotrek and the others works really well.

So I'm re-reading this series. I loved it and I might even read beyond this - the last book I own. I think there's another Omnibus now, unlike when I first read it.

I have published Deathsworn Arc 6: Emergence. I honestly thought I never would. It's been 7 years since 'The Temple of the Mad God', I've probably worked on this book more than any of the previous. Is it the last? I don't think so. Will I finish the series? I want to, I want to get my writing career back on track. I've already started planning Deathsworn Arc 7. I can't wait to see the first reviews come in!

I honestly thought it might never happen, but it’s here… 7 years late, I finally published Deathsworn Arc 6: Emergence just ebook on Amazon for now, paperback will follow soon!

Emergence (Deathsworn Arc Book 7) https://amzn.eu/d/09IGGPOK

Wow... This has been an absolutely amazing read. I wanted to read it for a long time, because I started with book 2. The first book wasn't amazing if I'm honest but Skaven Slayer was Amazing and Daemon Slayer is proving to be equally so! Only downside is I can see the flavour of my own writing in this. I wrote all my stuff first, but I can see why people might think... Urgh! Should have read this years ago!

I love these books and wish I'd read this years ago. I also wish I had more time to read lately. And write! Still working on Deathsworn Arc 6, really in the final edit. I just hope I can it sorted soon. Difficult when you have two kids at highschool with busy lives to operate around. My job has been a lot nusier than usual lately.

The present Mrs. Stanley does NOT approve of these books. She doesn't respect 'Black Library' Literature. I have to say though, I love William King's Gotrek and Felix stories. They're dark, gritty, adult, interesting. The world is fascinating and the idea of telling the story from the perspective of the bard Felix is genius.

Urgh! Wanted to read this for ages! 60 pages in and I’m loving it!

It's been a busy week... But Deathsworn Arc 6 lives on! I'm at an all day Chess event on Sunday, but I will plough through a couple more chapters over the weekend. I don't know when, but Deathsworn Arc 6 is coming!

I'm still editing Deathsworn Arc 6! We're now going through chapter 26/40 or so! I know it's late, I know anyone reading the series has probably lost interest by now but dammit - I will finish and publish this book!

I've been told, that at least a good portion of my mental health issues are related to death anxiety. I was recommended this book to that effect. I'm a good way in now, and Irvin has talked about many case studies and methods and suggestions for dealing with patient's 'death anxiety'. Really this book reads like it's aimed at counsellors and psychotherpists rather than people suffering. It's still very interesting!

This has been fantastic. It's massive, yet I finished it in 3 days. Stellar review coming soon!

I finished 'Eye of the World' and another book! Review is here:- https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I have read Deathsworn Arc 6: Emergence, and it is good. It is VERY good think. I can't wait to share it with you all! I just need long-suffering wife and proof-reader to give it the once over then we'll be ready to rock!

I am now reading Deathsworn Arc 6: Emergence. It is amazing. Can't wait to share it with you guys! :) Check out the amazing cover art here- https://www.facebook.com/DeathswornArc Also, if you're looking to get started in writing and publishing, I started a YouTube video series to help! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMty5...

I've added more videos to my series on writing and publishing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMty5...

Having a blast reading this again. I know some people didn't like the many, many branching stories in this one, but I personally love each and every one of them! Getting close to a final read of Deathsworn Arc 6: Emergence now!

I finally started my writing and publishing video guide series! First video is about plotting vs pantsing and starting your first novel. If you're thinking you want to publish. please check it out. Or if you're a Deathsworn Arc fan and just want to see me waffle on about my writing process... Anyway! The video is here:- https://youtu.be/eMty5AtvZQk

Wow... Nearly through this. I actually think I prefer this to book 3. I really love this book. Highlights? The battle at the start, the encounter with Olwyn Blackhand, Vexis introduction, the trial by combat, the witch trial, Brael's magical space rocket bit, the fall out of Tubol and Tavion rocking up... I'm on the final duel of the book now. I really like it. I also like the little bits of characterisation in this.

Just read the introduction to Vexis. From the vetinary duties in Berman's Rock to the dark dreams in Durth Orza and Kirkfell and back. I think this was a really brilliant introduction to her character. I have to say, I think this bit is one of my favourite bits in the series!

Still really enjoying this. The delve into Vashni's past and the encounter with Crispin and the Orion's Hand chap are excellent. Really enjoying this!

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What a fantastic opening! I really, really love the opening events of this book. Possibly one of my favourite bits in the entire series!

I can definitely see why so many loved this book. I think the exploration of the back stories of the characters that occurs here is really interesting.

Really enjoying this so far. I can see why so many people cite this as their favourite Deathsworn Arc book!

Hello my friends! Sorry for the long silence. I've been working on a number of projects, but alas life has been getting in the way somewhat recently. Deathsworn Arc fans, be rest assured - book 6 IS coming. It's coming soon! I have a top cover artist booked for April and I'm re-reading the series so I can read into book 6 and make sure everything ties up okay. Book 6 is really interesting, Things get a bit Sci-fi! :)

I finished my re-read of book 1 and I'm getting stuck into book 2. I actually think I prefer this to the first book, but I don't think I could enjoy this as much as I'm enjoying it without getting to know the group as you do in book 1. Highlights so far? Well, the journey to and the events in Strak definitely. The encounter with the Dragon Priest Ramon Hern and the verkreath infested Beren'Gedt Holt. Book 6 = coming!

I'm actually really enjoying re-reading this! It's been aaaaaaaaaaaages!

Finished this again! Important note: Vashni hadn't seen Hal for over 500 years. When he went to Eldenizar to replace his sword, Vashni went to Briem to collect the bounty on the Troll. Have to remember that!

re-reading so I can read the whole series into Deathsworn Arc 6 and make sure everything 100% makes sense!