Their archers had found the cracks in Abdor’s armor and taken him down, leaving no one else who cared to continue the assault. People hurried out of the way, though she wouldn’t have knocked anyone aside. “I’d hate to have to break your nose when you’ve somehow managed to survive all these years of battles without a blow to crook it.”. A disease of the blood? That makes this a mistake. “So, you’re going to be as social here as you were in the company.”, “There is nothing I wish to say to humans. Unable to add item to List. You might enjoy my Dragon Blood series. “I would certainly be honored to be chosen for the position, Archmage.”. If you hate waiting, you can always sign up for my Patreon campaign. But the white-haired Archmage Sazshen was anything but diminutive, and when she yelled at the boys to get off the dragon, they leaped down and sprinted away so quickly they tripped over their own feet. But why would they be? Eye of Truth: Agents of the Crown is the first book in a brand new series by author Lyndsay Buroker and it was an absolute treat from start to finish. Jev wanted to get him past the city walls as quickly as possible. A witness in the temple had seen the man slip the donation coins into the pouch, so there was no question that they belonged to the Order. Eye of Truth (Agents of the Crown, #1) by Lindsay Buroker Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Yes, please! Cutter touched one of the many leather pouches and kits attached to his belt, one that held his jewelry tools. Cutter’s own nose looked like a sculptor’s drunken apprentice had battered at it for years with a hammer. As his father’s eldest—and now only—son, Jev knew how the government and the succession worked, but he couldn’t think of anything that would account for this. I really enjoyed the Eye of Truth audiobook! 4.8 out of 5 stars 142 ratings. What had the Orders been thinking? Love the interaction between characters. Not that Jev would lie if the subject came up. Zenia lifted her arms and stepped toward him. And Zenia was… well, her father had never acknowledged her existence, so it didn’t matter that she was technically half zyndar. “You going to live here among the humans, Lorn?” Cutter asked. Unfortunately, the audiobooks take a couple of months to produce and get up. By choice? She’d passed her thirty-second birthday, and she was established in her profession. You would make the rules.”, Sazshen patted her on the shoulder. In addition, there is a substantial admixture of sci fi elements in many of Buroker’s works. Jev and Targyon glanced toward the high stone walls that stretched into the Anchor Sea, creating a protected harbor for the docks and swimming beaches. , awaiting 4. want to see arecognitionand marriage. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. “You’ll have to discuss it with the archmages,” Jev said neutrally. It had been weeks, if not months, since she’d had a truly demanding assignment. Or because she, too, had been feared by men rather than loved by them? Was it possible a high-profile task was already on the horizon? The characters are charming, witty, funny, and have great personalities. Finish Book 2 on 9/7. If the laws were ignored for one, they might as well be ignored for a thousand. Since Targyon looked like he might pry, Jev hurried to add, “What will you do, Lieutenant?”, “Go back to school and finish my classes. The capital city of Korvann had been unusually restful since news of the king’s death and the end of the war had arrived, as if its one million residents believed a period of prosperity would return now that resources would no longer be funneled across the sea to the north. When I originally left a comment I appear to have clicked on the -Notify me when new comments are added- checkbox and now He rubbed his face. His nose crunched loudly enough that Zenia heard it from several paces away, even over the rumble of a nearby steam carriage and the gurgle of the fountain. And don’t tell me you don’t know it.”. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. His elegant facial features were impossible to read as he glanced past them and toward the ships. Zyndar Jevlain Dharrow gripped the railing as the ship turned, knifing through the gleaming waves of the Anchor Sea, and Korvann came into sight. Perhaps his father need never know an elf was on his land. “You would be the boss over the whole temple. That struck down all three princes in the prime of their lives? The war hadn’t touched these shores, and the capital was as he remembered it, the whitewashed plaster walls, the red-clay tile roofs, and the four pillars to the four founding dragons rising up from the winter, spring, summer, and fall quarters of the city. Rhi produced a jangling pouch and handed it up to Zenia. “Where’s the ship’s captain, Morfan?”. She was as stout as a dwarf, one of their temple’s enforcers, no doubt. Torrent Contents. Is it hard making friends when you’ll stick pointy metal in anyone you meet?”. It was very possible one of the Orders’ law enforcers would opt to pick him up instead of letting him roam free in the city. I wish there were some way to leave information for others about the author in general that didn’t involve star ratings on specific works. The plot was good and not once did I feel bored as it was not longwinded and drawn out with constant rehashing of the same thing over and over again. Eye of Truth: Agents of the Crown is the first book in a brand new series by author Lyndsay Buroker and it was an absolute treat from start to finish. He was sure his father would be quick to put him to work again on the estate, which had to have been neglected since the king had required that Jev recruit eighty of their men to form up a company to join the army with him. , Any news on release date for book 5 please and, having read the series, which would be the closest next series to read please/. But not quite long enough to forget… other things.”. Hey, Kim! For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions. My father’s land is fifteen miles that way.” Jev pointed up the river and past the ridge. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. I particular like that this author doesn't rely on profanity or graphic violence to tell a good story. Or maybe they assumed since I volunteered to serve in the army that I would—no, this must be a mistake. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. “Thought I saw the boy under the table last week,” came a deep male voice from behind them, the timbre reminiscent of rocks grinding together. I am allowed to leave up a couple of preview chapters, so those are below for anyone who missed the earlier postings. Jev locked that smile onto his face, though it wanted to drop off onto the deck of the ship. The Agents of the Crown Fantasy Series Kicks off with Eye of Truth (preview chapters) Posted on August 23, 2018 by Lindsay Many thanks to those of you who read all of Eye of Truth (Agents of the Crown, Book 1) on my blog this summer. Super fantasy with castles, elves, dwarfs, magic, etc!!! I’ll be taking a break from the world after Book 5, but it’s always a possibility that I could return one day. On paper, the Orders and the kingdom government had equal power over the land, but the archmages tended to get what they wanted, especially in those rare incidents when all four Orders worked together toward a common goal. No, it was frozen open. “I find it encouraging that you appear more excited about an assignment than a promotion,” Sazshen said, smiling slightly. Observing and waiting. He’s practically swooning. His crusty old father? Realizing that Rhi was almost to the top of the stairs with the prisoner, Zenia trotted up after them. More than once, she’d hinted that she might suggest Zenia to her colleagues at the other temples as a possible replacement, but Zenia hadn’t been holding her breath. Any idea when the audiobook for Blood Ties will be available? Recently appointed Crown Agents Jev and Zenia must prove they're worthy of their new jobs and young King Targyon’s trust. A sortable list in reading order and chronological order with publication date, genre, and rating. Cutter assured him it was too difficult for humans to pronounce, even though Jev spoke six languages in addition to a smattering of Preskabroton Dwarf. All the soldiers had been gone for years, so they couldn’t be associated with any recent trouble in the city. “You may have noticed the flag message we received a short while ago.”. “Of six boys. It seems like alot of real estate to just abandon, especially when there’s so much left to explore in this rich world you’ve created. Jev nodded. Here and there, squat olive trees rose between buildings, and one could glimpse the dark mangroves stretching up the Jade River, but to an elf accustomed to the dense northern forests across the sea, Jev supposed the foliage seemed sparse. “Maybe,” Jev said, “but dwarves have about fifty words for dirt. The first book, Balanced on the Blades’ Edge is free. That gripe aside i did enjoy this series. Kudos! “Don’t let anyone tell you differently. And from the nobility. Thankfully, all the Orders had grown more lenient in dispensing justice these last few years. Their mission? One didn’t typically disapprove of gort until one had tasted it. Please try again. Jev hoped the Orders’ inquisitors were crawling all over the castle looking for signs of foul play. He tries to charm her with his twinkling eyes and easy smile, but she’s not letting any man get between her and her dreams. “I would not mind,” Zenia said calmly, hoping her feelings didn’t show. Or dwarves.”, “Or elves either, apparently,” Cutter said, “seeing as how you’re fine with poking them with arrows these days. I lasted til 27%, when i was too exasperated to continue...i do not know if the text improved, and i do not think i will go back and check...i simply could not stand the protracted ”banter” between the protagonists...would they have sex? (Death Before Dragons). We have a lovely bog where we grow lots of gort leaves.”, “Hm.” The single note held disapproval, for the paucity of trees rather than for the gort bog, Jev assumed. Free delivery on qualified orders. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Jev felt numb as he watched them go, having a hard time envisioning Targyon as king. “Good. He gave her a nod, recognizing the large silver clasp at her shoulder, the emblem of an inquisitor. Groaning and dazed, the man brought shaky hands to his nose but did not object to the search. It is very entertaining and worth your time. Your monk. Repeatedly. I thoroughly enjoyed these books. How had this happened? It seems like alot of real estate to just abandon, especially when there’s so much left to explore in this rich world you’ve created. The Emperor’s Edge is my other big fantasy series, and that’s also free. The blow dropped the man to his back. “I’ve heard you have to join some kind of criminal guild if you want to be an assassin in a human city,” Cutter said. My only complaint is one i have for many books now. As Jev rehearsed the defense he would utter if the woman stopped Lornysh, she reached out a hand to stop him. You became a soldier the day you stopped hiding under the table in the mess hall and started helping me ferret out the activities of the Taziir.”. He couldn’t imagine young Targyon saying no or even arguing with those intimidating figures. “Considering nothing but berries grow on the elves’ benighted continent.”, “So long as there was a reason your dusty butt was top-up like a dirt flower sprouting from a rock.”. “Yes, ma’am.” Rhi escorted her charge into the cool temple interior. This is a great series. Sazshen was everything Zenia longed to be, with a career and power that nobody could take from her, but she’d also never married and she had no children. Thanks for listening! They typically proved correct. Horror for the deaths of the princes, Jev guessed. She was ready to spring into action. And disbelief because—, “I’m the youngest,” Targyon managed to blurt. “Korvann remains beautiful,” Jev said, hoping the young officer wouldn’t notice that he didn’t quite answer the question. So many women had been without their husbands for so long. A full-blooded one? I suspect that would have to be one of the stipulations of the promotion, that you would continue to tackle difficult assignments as an inquisitor.”. All she has to do is find the Eye of Truth, and her superiors are certain that Jev has it. The blue-robed woman from the Water Order still waited at the bottom of the gangplank. There has to be a means you can remove me from that service? As Zenia approached, Rhi knelt to pat down the thief. Thanks for reading, Jason. Sazshen gazed calmly after them, then around the square. These promotions will be applied to this item: Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. Targyon offered a lopsided grin, silently alluding to how few zyndar captains had wanted the king’s scholarly nephew in their company. Something went wrong. See all formats and editions Hide other formats and editions. Become a professor of the sciences, as I’d always planned. Agents of the Crown (The Complete Series: Books 1-5): An epic fantasy boxed set. Because an artifact was stolen from the temple several years ago. Sheer terror flashed in his eyes, making Zenia feel like some tyrannical troll that ate those who trespassed in its territory. “Brakkor will drop a few lashes on his back to ensure he thinks twice about stealing again.”. Older and more experienced. 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She weaved through the crowds like a dancer, the six-foot olive-wood staff a natural extension of her body rather than a clunky weapon, and if people hadn’t made exclamations of surprise as she ran past, her target never would have heard her. We have fields for the cows and sheep, but there are copses here and there near the water. A green-clad figure with pointed ears and silver hair walked toward Jev and Cutter, his pack slung over one shoulder and his longbow visible over the other. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Anyone looking for a good book to read will hit the jackpot if they buy this box set of stories. That surprised Jev since Targyon and his escort were moving away from the docks, the colored robes of Order representatives all around him, including someone else in a blue robe. I really did not care...i wanted the adventure to continue, i wanted the (admittedly rather simple) plot to unfold...i wanted more of the complicated and interesting world, its culture, politics and history...i did not want a hero and a heroine who acted like insecure, jealous young teenagers...please...maybe that is the designated readership? Or laughing at the ones others told. But seeing the city he’d visited so often in his youth and knowing he would soon ride past the farms and vineyards of his family’s estate brought all the memories back. This is an enjoyable series and typical of Lindsay Buroker. I searched and didn’t see your email address subscribed in the database, so I’m hoping you found a way to unsubscribe. Hi, David! Pick up the rest of the book at Amazon: https://amzn.to/2w83RlF. later kids.!!!!!!!!!!!!! “Let’s save that talk for the future and discuss this new assignment. Archmage Sazshen had been threatening to retire for years. Someone walked up from behind and thumped Jev on the shoulder. “I do know where his shop is, assuming it hasn’t moved in the last ten years.” Jev looked to Targyon since he’d been in the city far more recently. Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2020, Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2019. Great!