The Hickory Staff: The Eldarn Sequence Book 1

This is the first novel in the The Eldarn Sequence, here is a bit of the story. We begin in the world of Eldarn where the ruling Royal families are gathering together for peace talks, while the ruling Prince of Rona gives a speech he is struck down by a fatal dark magic, within a few days all the ruling families are dead and open war breaks out between those who are left to take power, what they fail to see is that one dark power now controls the Eldarn world. It's the late nineteenth and in the city of Idaho Springs Colorado a strange man enters a bank, this man has left behind him many brutal deaths using magic and superhuman strength, in the bank he wishes to open a safe deposit box, in the box he will place the key to another world, a world filled with dark magic and brutal conflict. Now we come to modern day times, where me meet Steven and Mark who are two friends, one a teacher the other a bank manager,Steven has a curious side and while looking through his banks old records he finds a secret that will bring himself and his friend to a new world, a world of evil, war and dark magic. This book is a well written, action packed thrill ride with everything a lover of fantasy could ask for, war, magic, assassinations and the fight to make a world a better place.

This books gets you involved right away and keeps you wanting more..I can't wait for the next one to get here!!

Before reading this book, I had never been a big fan of fantasy fiction. I'd curl my lip to rival any angst-ridden teenager as I slunk past that section of the book store. But this book had me hooked right from the start - it's got everything: wraiths, grettans, Seron, freedom-fighters, magic, betrayal, romance. Buckle your seatbelt and take a deep breath people because this read is one wild ride ...

This is truly the start of an exciting new fantasy series. I've read the book twice, and am counting the days until the second installment. A must-read for fantasy fans looking for something a little more grown-up than Tolkien. Read it now, but be prepared to want to read it again, and again, and again.......

I just finished this book and I loved the story. It kept me entertained throughout. I found that I carried it to and from work to sneak time to read. The characters are well-developed and real. I feel like I know them and am intrigued about what the next installment holds. Perfect for fans of epic adventure. The only drawback is the time I have to wait for the next book. Highly recommended.