Wonderfully unique and wildly satisfying.
Kole’s fifteen years have not been easy. An orphaned refugee with no memory of his childhood, he lives in fear of the Warden’s tyranny while hunkering in the shadow of an insatiable and all-consuming fire, the Black Wall. Still, his life in the magical forest of Solpate is filled with purpose. There is a lot to learn about the continent of Ohr’s curious history and the fascinating creatures in the forest, and Kole’s ambitious heart is set on caring for his fellow orphans. An apprentice to the shepherd Russé, Kole hones his skills at wrangling the powerful trees that roam the night, though his enthusiasm to become a proper shepherd often overshadows his good sense. While out exploring the wonders of Solpate, Kole and his closest friend discover an urgent threat on their camp. The Black Wall burns closer than ever before and the cruel Warden’s reach has cut straight into the shelter of their unique forest habitat. What was once a fragile stability crumbles before his eyes and this young apprentice has to rely on his evolving instincts to help the Liberation preserve what is left. The trouble is, too many things have been kept from Kole and his confidence has been shaken. As he ventures out from his ruined home, the naive teen begins to realize how little he knows about the bigger picture. His choices have consequences but no matter what happens or who proves untrustworthy, Kole won’t set aside his desire to do what seems right.
Crafted with a custom blend of beloved fantasy themes, Warden’s Reign boasts a warm sense of familiarity but quickly transports readers to a land conceived with an unfathomable depth of imagination. Sorcery, mind-links, enchantments, and experimental beings are just a few of the means Parris Sheets uses to innovate and elevate such a well-explored genre. The breathtaking worldbuilding has a deliberate pace, never overwhelming readers, but warmly inviting them inside. In this, the author meticulously paints a world where gods walk among the populace, trees can be tamed, and man communes intimately with nature. Featuring a teenage protagonist, sure-handed battles, and intelligent themes, the story is suitable for readers of any age who love being transported. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve read every fantasy book under the sun, rest assured, you’ve never read a book quite like this! Wonderfully unique and wildly satisfying, Warden’s Reign is just the right mix of dark versus light, fear versus bravery, and desire versus destiny.
