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Explore the origins of Blaine McFadden and his allies in this short story prequel to the epic Ascendant Kingdoms Saga from Gail Z. Martin.
Condemned to exile in an arctic prison colony for murdering his sister's attacker, Blaine McFadden has lost everything — his title, his family and his fiancéé. Velant Prison holds the worst of the kingdom's convicts, overseen by brutal guards who are exiles themselves. When a sadistic guard takes things too far, Blaine's insubordination makes him a target of the prison's notorious commander. To survive, Blaine needs to rely on his wits and his fists — and a few good friends to watch his back.
Praise for the Ascendant Kingdoms Saga
"Epic fantasy as it was meant to be read: gripping, action packed, and larger than life. A delight for any fan of the genre!" —Rachel Aaron
"Epic fantasy at its best." —Aaron Rosenberg
"A vivid, engrossing tapestry woven from epic heroism, post apocalypse struggles, perilous magic and darkest fantasy. A distinct and distinctive achievement." —Juliet McKenna
"A book that will take over readers' thoughts until long after the final page." — RT Book Reviews
Ice Forged
Reign of Ash
War of Shadows
Shadow and Flame
No Reprieve
Condemned to exile in an arctic prison colony for murdering his sister's attacker, Blaine McFadden has lost everything — his title, his family and his fiancéé. Velant Prison holds the worst of the kingdom's convicts, overseen by brutal guards who are exiles themselves. When a sadistic guard takes things too far, Blaine's insubordination makes him a target of the prison's notorious commander. To survive, Blaine needs to rely on his wits and his fists — and a few good friends to watch his back.
Praise for the Ascendant Kingdoms Saga
"Epic fantasy as it was meant to be read: gripping, action packed, and larger than life. A delight for any fan of the genre!" —Rachel Aaron
"Epic fantasy at its best." —Aaron Rosenberg
"A vivid, engrossing tapestry woven from epic heroism, post apocalypse struggles, perilous magic and darkest fantasy. A distinct and distinctive achievement." —Juliet McKenna
"A book that will take over readers' thoughts until long after the final page." — RT Book Reviews
Ice Forged
Reign of Ash
War of Shadows
Shadow and Flame
No Reprieve
Explore the origins of Blaine McFadden and his allies in this short story prequel to the epic Ascendant Kingdoms Saga from Gail Z. Martin.
Condemned to exile in an arctic prison colony for murdering his sister's attacker, Blaine McFadden has lost everything — his title, his family and his fiancé...
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Gail Z. Martin discovered her passion for SF/fantasy in elementary school. The first story she wrote -- at age five -- was about a vampire. Her favorite TV show as a preschooler was Dark Shadows. At age fourteen she decided to become a writer. She enjoys attending SF/Fantasy conventions, Renaissance fairs and living history sites. She is married and has three children, a Himalayan cat and a golden retriever.
Gail Z. Martin discovered her passion for SF/fantasy in elementary school. The first story she wrote -- at age five -- was about a vampire. Her favorite TV show as a preschooler was Dark Shadows. At age fourteen she decided to become a writer. She enjoys attending SF/Fantasy conventions, Renaissa...
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