In the world of Sorl, a devastating disease born of dark magic has ravaged the land, forcing the Seven Kingdoms to isolate themselves behind towering walls. This dystopian reality is a grim reminder of the cost of magic gone awry. However, legend speaks of powerful artifacts crafted by the gods, including the fabled Stone of Light, believed to hold the power to eradicate the disease and restore the world. Ivor, a young man from the impoverished Kingdom 1, yearns for a life beyond the confines of his kingdom's walls. Driven by a desire to change his fate and inspired by tales of the Stone of Light, he embarks on a quest to find this mythical artifact. After a decade of rigorous training under a mysterious mentor, Ivor steps into the perilous world beyond, determined to make a difference. His journey leads him to an unexpected alliance with Zoe, a talented magician, and Snubs, a hopeful blacksmith. Together, they navigate a world rife with danger, from undead fairies to a menacing dragon under the thrall of a dark queen. Along the way, they face moral trials, uncover secrets about the disease, and develop bonds that test their loyalty and courage. Their quest climaxes in the legendary City of Light, where they must undergo trials to prove their worthiness for the Stone. Yet, even as they grasp at hope, they confront betrayal and revelations that challenge everything they know about their world and themselves. "The Seven Kingdoms Book 1: The Stone of Light" is a gripping fantasy tale of bravery, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of a cure for a world on the brink of despair. It sets the stage for an epic saga filled with rich lore, intricate characters, and the timeless battle between light and dark. As Ivor and his companions strive to heal their world, they discover that the true battle is not just against external darkness, but the shadows within themselves.

“A breathtaking new epic fantasy series. Morgan Rice does it again! This magical saga reminds me of the best of J.K. Rowling, George R.R. Martin, Rick Riordan, Christopher Paolini and J.R.R. Tolkien. I couldn’t put it down!” --Allegra Skye, Bestselling author of SAVED The epic coming of age story of one special boy, a 14 year old from a small village in the Kingdom of the Ring. The youngest of four, the least favorite of his father, hated by his brothers, Thorgrin senses he is different from the others. He dreams of becoming a great warrior, of joining the King’s men and protecting the Ring from the hordes of creatures on the other side of the Canyon. When he comes of age and is forbidden by his father to try out for the King’s Legion, he refuses to take no for an answer: he journeys out on his own. But King’s Court is rife with its own power struggles, ambitions, jealousy, violence and betrayal. King MacGil must choose an heir from amongst his children, and the ancient Dynasty Sword, the source of all their power, still sits untouched, waiting for the chosen one to arrive. Thorgrin arrives as an outsider and battles to be accepted, and to join the King’s Legion. Thorgrin comes to learn he has a special gift, and a special destiny. He falls in love with the king’s daughter, and as he struggles to make sense of his powers, the king’s sorcerer takes him under his wing and tells him of a mother he never knew, in a land far away, beyond the Canyon, beyond even the land of the Dragons. With its sophisticated world-building and characterization, A QUEST OF HEROES is an epic tale of friends and lovers, of rivals and suitors, of knights and dragons, of intrigues and political machinations, of coming of age, of broken hearts, of deception, ambition and betrayal. It is a tale of honor and courage, of fate and destiny, of sorcery. It is a fantasy that brings us into a world we will never forget, and which will appeal to all ages and genders.

❝Judging by the rest of its body, the RK800 has clearly been damaged by an explosion. And yet, the skull...looks intact, other than the missing memory drive.❞ ❝We're here to fix this war machine, not to play detectives.❞ [WW2 AU] In which you work as Elijah Kamski's personal assistant and encounter your biggest challenge yet: fixing the RK800 model, which appears to have lost its memory drive during a bombing. Warning! Contains mature themes such as war, foul language, and very slight gore. Disclaimer! All characters appearing in this story are owned by David Cage and the creators of Detroit: Become Human, with the exception of two original characters and the Reader. Cover edited by me.