The Moon’s Eye
The Relics of War: Book One
Synopsis:
Chosen for advanced training by the god of war himself, Vardak is considered a paragon amongst his people, the Scorpion Men. Yet his position and training come with a cost: He must serve the whims of the god, with no questions asked. Only days after his training is complete, he is sent far away from his desert homeland in order to act as the protector of the Fire Maiden’s mortal daughter, Janna.
Janna has been tasked with the recovery of a magical relic known as The Moon’s Eye, but she has little worldly experience to guide her. The Immortals deem the relic’s recovery imperative, for it alone can combat the rise of the Soulless—those sworn to the fallen, nameless god of death. The Soulless are ruthless and powerful, and eager to wage war upon the land in order to appease the god they serve.
Though Vardak is skilled in battle, he must lead Janna through several perilous areas in order to reach the relic she seeks, pushing his abilities to the limit. Unbeknownst to the pair, the Soulless raise an army and begin their conquest, leaving a path of destruction in their wake. Will they secure The Moon’s Eye before all is lost, or will the relic itself prove to be their undoing?
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Editorial Reviews:
“Calvin’s engaging epic tale opens with a dense and emotionally complex narrative… This intricate fantasy will delight seasoned genre fans.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Calvin’s layered and nuanced world-building is exceptional. Her prose is illuminating, and vivid.” – Before We Go Blog
“Calvin’s writing really brought this story to life on so many levels, and the action and pacing made this book a quick, enjoyable read that was a lot of fun. It really did feel like I had dived into a classic epic fantasy.” – Beneath a Thousand Skies Blog
“An epic fantasy that brings you back to the classic stories of the 80’s and 90’s, but with plenty of modern and original twists, The Moon’s Eye is an excellent start to The Relics of War trilogy. With intriguing and lovable protagonists, frightening and brutal villains and an incredibly well built world, A.J. Calvin has crafted a solid launching point to what looks to be a fantastic fantasy trilogy.” – Escapist Book Co.
“I loved everything about this story – the rich and intricately woven world building, the complex and intriguing plot, the array of interesting and unique characters.” – Books with DanSamEnd Blog
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