The Struggle for Authority

The Struggle for Authority

Allan N. Packer

Allan N. Packer

Arvenon is controlled by a traitor. The kingdom of Castel teeters on the brink. With the unseen hand of King Agon of Rogand pulling the strings, a mantle of oppression is slowly settling over the four kingdoms. Now recovered from the assassination attempt, King Steffan of Arvenon sets out to wrest back control of his kingdom, vigorously supported by Will, Rufe, Thomas, and their allies. Unlikely influences might ultimately tip the balance. In a desperate attempt to block Agon, Will and Thomas set out for Rogand. What each of them encounters there will shake them to the core. The fate of four kingdoms will hinge upon the Stone of Authority. Note: The Struggle for Authority (The Stone Cycle Book 4) is a complete story within a multi-part saga. The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle...
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The Hope of Vitality

The Hope of Vitality

Allan N. Packer

Allan N. Packer

Desperate to free the royal hostages, Will Prentis and King Krasmir of Rogand face off against the scheming Grand Vizier of Ahr. As the specter of war looms ever larger, only the Emperor of Ahr has the power to avert catastrophe. With the Grand Vizier remaining a step ahead of his enemies, a mysterious captive might hold the key to exposing his objectives. Everything will depend on three remarkable talismans, and the courage of those bearing them into deadly peril. Note: The Hope of Vitality is Book 6 of The Stone Cycle, a multi-part saga that ends with this final installment. The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book 1) The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) The Stone of Authority (Book 3) The Struggle for Authority (Book 4) The Stone of Vitality (Book 5) The Hope of Vitality (Book 6) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer:...
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The Hard Edge of Magic

The Hard Edge of Magic

Allan N. Packer

Allan N. Packer

Hungry and desperate, Kylen knows what it's like to be an outcast. Plucked from the streets by a tight-lipped stranger, he begins to dream of a better life. But his rescuer turns out to be a renegade mage. In an instant Kylen finds himself transformed from a person of no account to a dangerous fugitive. But much more than his life might be at stake. Dark forces are stirring, and an ancient evil is poised, ready to be unleashed on an unsuspecting kingdom. Comfortable and arrogant, the kingdom's mages are bent on destroying the one person capable of saving them. On the run with his mentor, Kylen tries to ignore the voices whispering about his destiny. Of what use is a fabled destiny when you're struggling to survive? Note: The Hard Edge of Magic is book 1 of The Ruptured Kingdom, a multi-part saga. The story will continue in book 2, The Riven Land. If you enjoy epic fantasy with gripping action and relatable characters in a compelling coming...
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