Magician's Pride: A free YA fantasy novella
Check out this FREE prequel novella to my Sorceror Saga series, and fall in love with the world of Azaria...
A talented young Magician is about to take her first steps into the world of magic…and face the trials and responsibilities that come with it.
Jessie Balthanders is exhilarated to finally embark on her magical career. As the youngest mage to ever enter the prestigious Magician University, she’s keen to discover which of the five disciplines will be hers to master, and make new connections to those who share her power.
Yet not everyone wants her to succeed, and a chance accident forces Jessie to contend with a bitter, unwanted rivalry that could smother her bright future.
As she navigates challenging lessons and fledgling friendships, Jessie will discover there’s more to learn than what studies alone can teach, and her determination and drive will be as important as her skills if she wants to truly flourish in the world of Magicians…
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“The Sorceror’s Lament introduces us to a captivating story in a novel and well-crafted world of magic, with three classes or factions of magic users: Magicians, Warlocks and Enchanters. But magic doesn’t come for free in this world, and the steep cost of it is the woven thread that binds the story and the main characters together. The price of wielding magic sets this universe apart from others, and it’s what I felt was the most refreshing about this delightful and successful endeavour on world building and story crafting.”
– Almudena (United Kingdom)
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“The continuation of the story from book one steps up the action as well as the political intrigue as we witness Jessie, Lahara, and countless suspicious individuals fight over control of an incredibly valuable relic. It's quite the journey, and I grew increasingly smitten with a lovable hunter as the story progressed. A great page turner, I'm excited to jump into book 3!”
– Shannon (Canada)
★★★★★
“What an amazing ending to a wonderful series. I was on the edge off my seat and couldn't put it down! Jesse's and Lahara's story was one of adventure, betrayal, bloodlust, love and friendships formed in unlikely places. The twists and turns the story took were enough to have you crying out loud and screaming at the characters involved. I loved this book and the series. It's just a shame it's come to an end as I truly enjoyed getting to know the characters. I look forward to future work by this author.”
– Holly (United States)
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My name is Sam Dogra, the Mad Doctor Artist! I’m a General Practitioner (family doctor) working in the UK. Between prescribing antibiotics, taking blood pressures, examining children’s ears and requesting MRI scans, I’m also an artist and author.
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