A Promise of Blood: The Tales of Old

Blurb -

Aricia, born to the greatest house in Exelia and heir to its throne finds herself at the centre of the city's greatest recorded conflict, everything she loved torn from her. Never knowing blood and death, she is thrusted into a gruesome new world, one of which she is willing to indulge in for Exelia's lawful right of freedom.

Carnade became the commander of the exelian military as a young man due to his vast knowledge and skill in combat. His loyalty is unmatched, willing to do whatever it takes to defend his family and the rightful exelian heir, even if that means opposing his king.

Vermont, known for his honor and his code, so much so that he was named the golden warrior, will fight for his cause, for the defectors, even if that means forcing Exelia to submit. Outraged by the dishonors of war, he will do his damnedest to precede with caution, but when there is conflict, there will always be men looking for exploitation.

Joba, seeking vengeance against the soul devourers who took his family from him, joined the defectors and brought them to Exelia. This may have been his greatest mistake, forcing him into a moral dilemma. On one side, duty tells him to fight for the defectors and seek vengeance, but love tells him to fight for Exelia. No matter his choice, he will have to live with the consequences.

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A Promise of Blood takes place in the fantasy world of Alatine. My previous book, The Chronicles of Darkness, The Tales of Old, also takes place in the world of Alatine, but they don't need to be read after one another. This novel focuses on Exelia and its civil dispute with the defectors.

There are 4 POV's that you experience the novel through. Aricia, the princess of Exelia. Carnade, the commander of Exelia's military. Vermont, the high kalris (or commander) of the earth sector (infantry) for the defectors. And lastly, Joba, who is a defector, but also an exelian through marriage.

This is an epic tale that you won't want to miss. It's only a small piece of what is to come within the world of Alatine.

Sit back, pour a glass of milk or coffee, and enjoy. Some candle light and a nice bath is also a very nice combo to add to the read.