The New Magic

ANCIENT MAGIC. MODERN STEEL. "Tell me who you ride beside, and I'll tell you who you are." - Falconsrealm proverb Jarrod Torrealday is Lord Protector of Falconsrealm and a knight in the secretive Order of the Stallion, "the king's eyes and ears." He awakens one glorious fall morning to find his castle under siege and his alliances shattered as a new threat rises in the west: a revolution driven by a sorceress trained to kill and led by an unstoppable swordsman from the world he left behind. Worse yet, the weapons Jarrod brought with him are now rocking the country on its heels and threatening everything he came to save. At a candlelit crossroads of dark sorcery and espionage, Jarrod must choose whether to embrace profane wizardry for the good of the realm, or gamble the future of the kingdom in a showdown of ancient magic against modern steel. Vivid swordplay meets intrigue and espionage in the adrenaline-fueled sequel to Joseph Malik's critically acclaimed fantasy bestseller DRAGON'S TRAIL. Historical accuracy, magical realism, and irreverent humor create a world so immersive and authentic that it has left readers asking how to get there. "A seamlessly structured portal fantasy that largely stands alone . . . Malik's style is energetic and engaging." - The Booklife Prize ------ Praise for Joseph Malik and DRAGON’S TRAIL: "Malik’s debut novel sparkles with a fresh take on some traditional epic fantasy tropes . . . showcasing Jarrod as James Bond in tarnished armor. Detailed descriptions of equipment and tactics don’t distract from the plot; rather, they add a layer of depth and dimension that carries the tale to the next level. This is a highly enjoyable story for fans of self-aware epic fantasy." - Publishers Weekly "Fantasy with a twist . . . executed with verve and intelligence." "[Dragon's Trail] features immersive detail and hold-your-breath battle scenes." - The BookLife Prize "All the makings of a future classic." - RisingShadow.net