Download or read book The Rise of the Crimson Dragons written by Barbara Page and published by Elementum Dracones. This book was released on 2018-12-30 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There once was a dragon who created the world. He was mighty, benevolent, and kind. Known as the Divine Dragon, he created others in his image. These were known as the Clan dragons, each in charge of helping the world prosper and flourish. They lived in harmony with the other races of the world - that is, until one dragon grew jealous of the Divine's power. Now the Age of Dragons is over. The dragons have disappeared, their power sealed away in crystals known as Dragon Eyes. Thought lost, the Crimson Dragon's Eye has reemerged, choosing a man with a mysterious fire mark to become the bearer of the power of the Crimson Dragons.With the help of Rhinehart and the mysterious dual-elf, Elania, the Crimson Dragons are but the first to rise again.

Download or read book The Crimson Sword written by Eldon Thompson and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 724 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Age of Man has begun. The "undesirable" creatures of legend have been driven from their lands, magic has been forsaken, the old gods reduced to myth.Now humans will rule the kingdoms of the island continent of Pentania. But they are not alone. Alson's king has been assassinated, its capital besieged by a malevolent wizard. The chaos and terror now sweeping the land have come to the remote village of Diln -- sending young Jarom far from his home to seek aid against the nefarious usurper. But a mysterious council has decreed Jarom must find one of the mythical Swords of Asahiel -- the divine talismans the elven avatars used to forge the earth -- in order to save a quarrelsome, fledgling humanity. For a Demon Queen has awakened from the abyss -- and humankind is about to discover its powerlessness in the face of the ancient terrors of the world.

Download or read book Song of the Crimson Flower written by Julie C. Dao and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-11-05 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the acclaimed author of Forest of a Thousand Lanterns comes a fantastical new tale of darkness and love, in which magical bonds are stronger than blood. Will love break the spell? After cruelly rejecting Bao, the poor physician's apprentice who loves her, Lan, a wealthy nobleman's daughter, regrets her actions. So when she finds Bao's prized flute floating in his boat near her house, she takes it into her care, not knowing that his soul has been trapped inside it by an evil witch, who cursed Bao, telling him that only love will set him free. Though Bao now despises her, Lan vows to make amends and help break the spell. Together, the two travel across the continent, finding themselves in the presence of greatness in the forms of the Great Forest's Empress Jade and Commander Wei. They journey with Wei, getting tangled in the webs of war, blood magic, and romance along the way. Will Lan and Bao begin to break the spell that's been placed upon them? Or will they be doomed to live out their lives with black magic running through their veins? In this fantastical tale of darkness and love, some magical bonds are stronger than blood.

Download or read book The Red Dragon Rising Series written by Larry Bond and published by Forge Books. This book was released on 2018-12-04 with total page 1674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Red Dragon Rising Series discounted ebundle includes: Shadows of War, Edge of War, Shock of War, Blood of War "Larry Bond is the literary heir of Tom Clancy.”—Stephen Coonts More than twenty years ago, Larry Bond helped Tom Clancy write Red Storm Rising, the iconic techno thriller of the Cold War era. Now he returns (with Jim DeFelice) to start a new classic series for our era, Larry Bond’s Red Dragon Rising, which imagines the globe torn apart by climate change and its economic and geopolitical fallout. Shadows of War Rapid climate change leads to mass riots in China, and a new communist premier seeks to relieve pressure by marching on traditional Chinese enemies in Southeast Asia. Desperately coping with its own problems, the United States wants to avoid nuclear war at all costs--but ultimately must fight to preserve world peace. Edge of War CIA officer Mara Duncan faces her most grueling assignment yet: get scientist Josh MacArthur and a seven-year-old witness to Chinese atrocities in Vietnam out of the country safely. With a relentless Chinese monk turned commando and the entire Chinese secret service in Vietnam at their back, it's not going to be easy. Shock of War Under secret orders from the President, U.S. Army Major Zeus Murphy sabotages a Chinese invasion fleet on the eve of its assault against Vietnam. But after Murphy and fellow officer Win Christian are trapped behind enemy lines, Christian's erratic behavior gives them away. The pair shoot their way out of a Chinese airport terminal, hijack a bus, then barely escape two truckloads of soldiers before disappearing into the night. Blood of War As depression and drought wrack China, the country's new premier has launched a deadly war with Vietnam. The assault has left the world on the precipice of disaster....U.S. Army Major Zeus Murphy disobeys his commander and plunges headlong into the conflict, leading the Vietnamese in a covert attack against the Chinese army massing on the border. If the gambit fails, China will roll over Vietnam—and Zeus will lose the only woman he has ever loved, kept prisoner in a secret base north of Hanoi. Forge books by Larry Bond & Jim DeFelice First Team Series Larry Bond's First Team Larry Bond's First Team: Angels of Wrath Larry Bond's First Team: Fires of War Larry Bond's First Team: Soul of the Assassin At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book Crimson Dragon written by Stephen Collier and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2022-03-19 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Murder. Abduction. Two cities. Two cops... A police raid goes disastrously wrong. People die. Today, the police officers involved in the swoop are dead. All except the serial commander.

Download or read book The Dragon s Promise written by Elizabeth Lim and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2022-08-30 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of Six Crimson Cranes comes the thrilling next adventure! A journey to the kingdom of dragons, a star-crossed love, and a cursed pearl with the power to mend the world or break it... Fans of Shadow and Bone will devour this soaring fantasy. Princess Shiori made a deathbed promise to return the dragon's pearl to its rightful owner, but keeping that promise is more dangerous than she ever imagined. She must journey to the kingdom of dragons, navigate political intrigue among humans and dragons alike, fend off thieves who covet the pearl for themselves and will go to any lengths to get it, all while cultivating the appearance of a perfect princess to dissuade those who would see her burned at the stake for the magic that runs in her blood. The pearl itself is no ordinary cargo; it thrums with malevolent power, jumping to Shiori's aid one minute, and betraying her the next—threatening to shatter her family and sever the thread of fate that binds her to her true love. It will take every ounce of strength Shiori can muster to defend the life and the love she's fought so hard to win.

Download or read book Chronicles of the Green Dragon written by Jen McCracken and published by BalboaPress. This book was released on 2011-10-27 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the planet Evan, there is tumultuous change on the wind. The southern continent has been embroiled in a long period of war, and its ruler, Prince Stefan, has long been preoccupied with protecting it from the subversion of his wifes family. A diverse group of travellerssoldiers, healers, shape-shifters, animals, and extraterrestrial beingsexperience a shift in consciousness as they interact with strange beings and powerful, mystical forces on the Arcadian Plateau who want to teach the travellers how to listen to the songs that play within their own hearts. Leading the group is Commander Ian Vandos, a battle-hardened warrior who is also a man of great gentleness and principle. His journey across the Plateau opens him to the vulnerability of love and to the stirrings of intuition. His ally, Marconious, a shape-shifter, struggles with the karmic responsibility of his race. When he allows himself to explore the hope offered through his wife, Jardene; their remarkable offspring; and the cleansing power of a new consciousness, Marconious finds a potential path to salvation. At centre stage is the magnificent green solar dragon, Zineac. Powerful, pithy, and just a tiny bit manipulative, Zineac directs events and individuals while just managing to avoid transgression of their free will. He appears with critical timing to act as their guide, protector, and counsel. Yet, in order to strengthen and transform them, the wise dragon will not hesitate to thrust them into experiences that are provocative and at times terrifying.

Download or read book A Dragon Will Rise written by Erynn Lehtonen and published by White Raven Chronicles. This book was released on 2022-03-26 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aihi creates dragons with her hands. Her constructs are animated, and yet lifeless without the essential ingredient of life: a spirit. Artificial spirits should be impossible. But shortly after she’s made aware of the world-changing discovery, assassins eager to take the artificial spirit strike after her life. They interrupt her wedding plans and endanger her future husband and wife. Once used, the spirit can’t be separated from its host. She could use the spirit to bring one of her dragons to life and stop the threat. However, she could also heal the damage done to her brother’s spirit when he inadvertently became a war hero. But what if he doesn’t want to be saved? A Dragon Will Rise is a supplementary novella occurring after the conclusion of the Yokai Calling series. Tap that buy button for dragons, epic battles, magic, and more!

Download or read book The Crimson Crown The Seven Realms Series Book 4 written by Cinda Williams Chima and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2013-07-04 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The stunning final book in the critically acclaimed Seven Realms epic fantasy series from Cinda Williams Chima

Download or read book The Curse of the Crimson Throne written by Tito Leati and published by . This book was released on 2008-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The heroes return to Korvosa to find their home city in a stranglehold of martial law and cruelty -- and that Queen Ileosa has neared her goal of achieving immortality! With the holy weapon Serithtial in their hands, they must confront old enemies and explore ancient Thassilonian ruins if they hope to save the people of Korvosa from fueling a mad queen's lust for immortality. This installment of Pathfinder closes out the Curse of the Crimson Throne Adventure Path, and also features a discussion of Varisia's largest dungeon -- the untold vaults below Castle Korvosa, full details on the notorious dragon behind the Curse of the Crimson Throne, and many new monsters to vex and plague high-level heroes.

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Download or read book Supreme Emperor written by Deng XiaWuYu and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2019-12-11 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young man named Qin Feng, who was the ninth son of Dragon Emperor in the previous life, was attacked by his brother in a war, and his army was overwhelmed. Not only that, even his family was killed by his brother and his beloved woman was token away. Unwilling to die like this, he practiced for a full 10,000 years, and finally practiced his martial arts. In this life, he must return to the peak and revenge ten times.☆About the Author☆Dengxia Wuyu is a well-known online novelist. He has rich creative experience, strong writing ability, and has authored many novels. Among his representative works are: Sword Master Close to the Sky, Supreme Emperor. His novels are loved for deeply describeing the characters.

Download or read book Under Dragon s Wing written by John Kendall and published by Wizards of the Coast. This book was released on 1984 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The reader as young Prince Treon must find a way, with the help of a magical dragon ring and an ancient sorcery book, to rid the country of the evil Crimson Wizard and his legions.

Download or read book The Beginning written by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson and published by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson. This book was released on 2010-05-25 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine a world as rich as Tolkien’s Middle-earth, a plot as multifaceted as Harry Potter, an adventure that rivals Eragon, and characters as memorable as the Wings of Fire dragons. The Legend of Oescienne is an epic fantasy series beloved by children and adults alike! A young heroine in training, eager to prove her worth, a domineering dragon, determined to test her fortitude, and an ancient curse threatening the very existence of their world. High fantasy at its best! In the twelve years since coming to live in Oescienne, Jahrra has grown and learned about the magical world around her, facing personal dangers, challenges, and enemies of her own, despite having a dragon to watch over her. Yet, as the months pass, her dragon guardians begin to grow anxious. There is evidence of an unknown evil in their midst - a threat they cannot see or hear, but one they can sense like a bad omen. And it's only a matter of time before Jahrra becomes aware of the prophecy she is meant to fulfill, and what she must sacrifice in order to survive what lies ahead. Only one question remains: will she be ready to face the Crimson King when the time comes, or will the fate of Ethöes be forever sealed in darkness? ***Literary Classics Winner for Best Young Adult Series***

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Download or read book Crimson and the Battle of Lonely Mountain written by Valerie Pike and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-06-14 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The lonesome dragon Crimson is stranded in a cave with a wish-catching bat fairy, Flame Twig, and is determined to make the best of a bad situation. When he sheds his scales, they turn into rubies. The spirited dragon does not fit in with the other greedy dragons and misses his family. Crimson soars out into the unknown lands surrounding his cave. During his adventure, he meets other dragons, including Sparks Snorter, a clever and sly warrior dragon who lives in a cave at the bottom of the ocean, Green Smasher the Gold Hoarder, who lives in a lair near an inactive volcano, and Green Smasher's two-headed daughter, Amethyst, who embodies the best and worst of dragon character. Unfortunately, friendship is not what Crimson finds. Soon a Princess Penelope who lives at the base of Lonely Mountain in the Castle of Contentment ventures to his lair in search of love. They become friends and get into various adventures together. Crimson gives Penelope a magical ruby necklace. Readers will delight in the adventures of Crimson and Penelope as they encounter fairies and get caught up in an epic dragon battle of greed and revenge that threatens to destroy Penelope's Kingdom. Will Crimson win at the end and restore harmony to the townspeople? Will Crimson overcome his loneliness and find a kind soul to be a friend?

Download or read book Knighthood of the Dragon written by Chris Bunch and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-03-07 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A tale of epic war and sorcery with a strong appeal to dragon lovers of all ages.”—Library Journal Having proved his mettle as a dragon flier in the war against the Roche, Hal Kalais has earned his place as Dragonmaster of Deraine’s aerial forces. Taking advantage of the enemy’s retreat, Hal leads three squadrons in a combined land and air assault to push the Roche back to their capital and end the war once and for all. But just as victory appears imminent, the Roche reveal the true strategy of their withdrawal. Digging in behind fortifications on mountainous terrain, they can keep Deraine’s forces at bay indefinitely. The tide of battle turns for the worse when Hal is wounded and captured by the enemy—who are fully aware of the prize Dragonmaster in their possession. Now bound to a prison castle by dark sorcery, Hal plans a daring escape to secure not only his freedom, but also the freedom of his people…. “Bunch does an excellent job of grabbing the reader from the word go.”—SF Crowsnest “Lots of action.”—Booklist