Description
As Philem Clane grapples with the cryptic nature of his new master, King Wren, Philem uncovers a dormant magic pulsating within his very essence—an ancient power feared by most, for it marks him as a descendant of a mythical race long thought extinct.
But as Philem delves deeper into the depths of his newfound abilities, he is burdened with a perilous task: retrieve a weapon that threatens to unleash cataclysm upon his homeland.
Now faced with an impossible choice, Philem must decide whether to obey his master’s ominous decree or forsake his sacred oath as a lorianas, joining forces with the King’s illegitimate son to safeguard both their realms.
As the shadows of war loom ominously on the horizon, Philem stands at a pivotal crossroads, torn between allegiance to his newfound comrade and the ancient principles that have governed his life. Amidst shifting alliances and impending conflict, he must summon the courage to confront the King whose ambitions would see his homeland reduced to ashes.
The Song of the Checkered Court marks the gripping second installment in the enthralling dark fantasy saga, The Servant’s Lament. It’s a chilling tale set in uncharted fantasy realms, where monstrous horrors lurk and unsung champions rise. Immerse yourself in a world that ignites the senses, where heroes emerge from the depths of darkness, and destiny unfolds in the most unexpected of ways. Prepare for an enthralling odyssey that will captivate your imagination and never let go.
Reviews for Book 1—The Servant & the Scoundrel:
“An absolutely brilliant novel and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.” –Amazon Reviewer
“With engaging storytelling and immersive world-building, the book keeps readers hooked as they delve into a world of political intrigue and morally complex characters.” –Amazon Reviewer
“This is an absorbing novel with well-portrayed and dynamic characters. I was glued to it after reading the first lines. Now I’m waiting to continue reading the next parts. I highly recommend it.” –Amazon Reviewer
“Sendrowski has created his own way to telling a tale that is totally unpredictable. You don’t need to have read previous volumes as this is a stand alone novel, with a sequel coming soon. But if, like me, you have read all there is to read (so far) about Retrac Daor, you will enjoy the references to places and characters we’ve met previously.” –Amazon Reviewer
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Song of the Checkered Court by Chris R Sendrowski 5/5
Gritty and unpredictable!
The thing I love most about Sendrowski’s books is the sense of being in the world he has created. I also love the characters he writes about and Philem Clane is up there among my favourites! This is an uncompromising tale, full of people and environments that are hostile, violent and down right ugly. And I love it!
This is dark fantasy at its best and it is certainly not for the squeamish. This book (2 of 3) deals with Clane’s struggles to find his own identity. He finds it hard not to serve, as that is what he has been bred for. And, as his hitherto unexplored powers grow, he has to adjust to a new outlook on life.
This is a wild tale, full of death and danger, but with a lovely undertone of loyalty and hope. If you’ve not yet discovered Scavengers and krill, Juriden and Riders, Desmonians and Strantodians, buy this book today and get yourself acquainted with them!