"A Bear's Burden is the story of unlikely heroes accidentally thrown into a world of elves, orcs, dwarves, pirates, and great beasts. In addition, themes of depression, anxiety, suicide, racism, slavery, murder, sacrifice, survival, loss, and even war are present throughout the story but are offset with religion, love, friendship, forgiveness, acceptance, and redemption. Hard times forge individuals into their true selves. Battles decide the fate of Redpass, Verdenia, and Goldlamp. Greed and animosity prey on the weak-willed, while all the while, the world refuses to give up." Hello, I'm Richard Vance and this is the first chapter to my book " A Bear's Burden." I got it published back in August. I would like to have some feedback on whether or not it is liked. If you want to read the book further or in its entirety, the first forty pages are available when you google the book. It's on Barnes n Noble, Google Play, Apple iBooks, and Amazon. It is available in ebook and paperback formats. I do appreciate each and every one of you that read and I appreciate all feedback. Please enjoy!