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Ridge: Day One (Ridge Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Shawn P. B. Robinson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 42 ratings
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The darkest hour is just before dawn. But with bloodthirsty Beasts cutting brief lives shorter, can one man beat the ticking clock?

Rezin Hamel will protect his people until his dying breath. Resolving to carry on past every dearly departed loved one, the forty-four-year-old General has no idea how he’s lived over a decade beyond the average life expectancy. But when he’s shamed and cast out for an out-of-character act, he sets out to end the constant attacks from creatures staining the walls with death.

Searching for answers in society’s seedy underbelly, Hamel is shocked by the conditions ravaging the lower rungs of the city. But the strategic genius’s quest takes a staggering turn when he’s blindsided by a secret that could tear his tight-knit community to shreds.

Can Hamel restore his honor and stop the carnage before he’s the next one taken by the Dusk?

Ridge: Day One is the action-packed first book in the Ridge dystopian thriller series. If you like fantastic worlds, heart-trembling suspense, and twisted surprises, then you’ll love Shawn P. B. Robinson’s peek behind the Ridge veil.

Buy Ridge: Day One to mark the calendar of doom today!

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Editorial Reviews

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"Ridge: Day One is a startling adult debut written with excellent style and stunning precision. Not a mark is missed, not a page lets you down."

Nathaniel Luscombe, hecticreadinglife


"WOW, this is a fantasy thriller filled with action and surprises. I really felt for General Rezin Hamel. His love for his people and family as well as everything he goes through in the story makes me respect his position in the story. I thought the Epilogue was perfect and left me wanting book 2 to be out now."

Delphia, Goodreads Reviewer


"The plot of Ridge is clever and exciting with lots of twists and turns and colorful characters including friends, enemies, and a race of deadly beasts. Ridge: Day One is an intelligent dark fantasy that gives its readers a true hero on a quest worth cheering for."

Scott Cahan, Author of Caged Animals and the Glazed Man series


"I enjoyed this book alot. It captivated my attention within the first few pages, it has a great storyline. The cultures are interesting and theres lots of action. I'm waiting for book 2 excited to see how it all unfolds."

Jordan Mitchel, Kickboxer Extreme

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08ZRG1GQQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ BrainSwell Publishing (June 7, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 7, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2478 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 705 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 42 ratings

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Shawn P. B. Robinson

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Shawn P. B. Robinson hails from the Great White North, and he suspects his dislike of cold and snow is part of what drives him to immerse himself in other worlds. Whether he’s writing epic fantasy or middle-grade humor, he passionately pours his heart into his writing, seeking to create characters that we can all relate to and stories that engage the heart and soul.

In Shawn’s early 40s, he contracted a viral infection in his brain (encephalitis) which left him unable to work a normal job, but able to write when he has energy. In the midst of such loss, Shawn’s family, faith, and writing have brought joy to his heart and continue to motivate him.

Shawn continues to make his home in SW Ontario with his beautiful wife and two sons.

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Mr. G
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2023
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Wow, what a ride this first book in the Ridge series was. Meet Hamel a no-nonsense leader who takes us on a journey to find out the hidden truth about the people of the Ridge. The book grabs your interest right from the start as you are introduced to the Beasts. From there you soon find out that the citizens of Ridge die at an early age from what is called the Dusk. It doesn't take very long for our hero Hamel to draw you in as he finds his life being turned upside down. Why are Hamel's people dying? Why do the Beasts continue to attack the city? Will Hamel make it to Olmos to find his old friend? Will he find the answers he is looking for? These are some of the questions you'll ask yourself as you read through this tale of adventure and suspense. I'm so glad I found this series and I look forward to the second book in the series as the author leaves you wanting more!
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Mary Schmidt
4.0 out of 5 stars Epic story
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2022
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Two nations, one of honor and the other not as much, trials and tribulations hit. Disgraced general, Hamel, decides to infiltrate the other nation and find out what he could in regards to his nations death rate. His daughter is the nations matir and together the plan is hatched to get down to the bottom of what is going on. There are battles and blood, one nation honor and duty, the other no honor and malice all around, and they keep certain people as slaves. Will Hamel find the answers? Will he survive? How will events unfold? The reader will discover more than originally thought, and the ending will leave you questioning how this tragic story continues in book two.
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Debbie Harris
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2023
I thought this book was quite interesting. Outstanding characters with lots of intense moments. Hamel was determined to gain his honor back at all costs. Trying to find out what the Dusk was and causing devastation to the people of the Ridge Capital. and why the Beasts were attacking more frequently. A great book to read.
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NekoLisa
5.0 out of 5 stars Great first book of a series
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2023
Day One is the first book in author Shawn P. B. Robinson's Ridge Series. This book was an exciting ride, I found myself drawn in from the very beginning and did not want to stop even after it had ended! The pages just flew by, this is a book you can really get into. Do yourself a favor and grab this book now!!
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E. Thiessen
5.0 out of 5 stars Great start to a new series
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
4.5 stars

Let me start by saying that I'm a huge fan of this author, but this is the first serious book I've read by him and it's geared towards an older audience. I was both hopeful and skeptical when I heard about this book, but I like his writing, so I decided to give this book a try. And I'm so glad I did! His previous books had to do with Arastana, a make-believe world that parallels our world, but you can reach Arastana through various portals, including one that sucks you through a toilet. Perhaps that gives you an idea of what kind of books those are! They're absurd middle school books and they were always a fun palate cleanser when I needed a break from more serious books. So back to Ridge. I can see some of Shawn's style in this book, including moments of levity, but also pretty easy reading where you get into the mind of the narrator/main character. Ridge is a town that is protected by high walls and the inhabitants have been protecting themselves from the Beasts for decades. The inhabitants typically die at around 33 or 34 years when the Dusk takes them (some sort of disease?). Our main protagonist is Rezin Hamel, who at 44, has somehow managed to avoid the Dusk. He is a General in the army but has also been the Honored Pater (Mayor of sorts) of their town and has spent his life protecting and nurturing his people. You can tell pretty quickly that honor and blessings are a big part of their daily life. When he allows himself to be dishonored and shamed and shunned by his people (but not exiled, just shunned), you know that something has to be up. This takes him on a completely different journey than he has hitherto experienced and while I don't think it's completely unpredictable (the author really gives us a lot of hints), you can't help but feel connected with Hamel and figure out how he's going to get out of it. The series is geared towards adults, but other than the highish body count, I really think older kids could read and enjoy this book. There are some pretty explicit lessons about honor and the evilness of slavery and some of the good vs bad stuff is pretty black and white, but overall, I really loved this book and I can't wait for the next one! Shawn Robinson, I was on the fence about how I would like this book, but once I started, I couldn't stop reading. Kudos on another great start to a series--I can't wait to see how this story resolves itself!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Not what you'll expect
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2021
This was a definite page turner. It's a testament to the author's storytelling that I could not stop reading. I was expecting a good fantasy monster book, but this tome has war, political intrigue, and a main character who at first is confusing but quickly becomes the kind of selfless hero you're rooting for against the entire world.

I think this story built a great world exploring how people are trapped by the invisible walls their societies create. In many stories, the hero will not act or behave the way Hamel does, because to many of us, showing that level of restraint is just plain crazy. Hamel's culture is very rigid, almost religious in the way they follow traditions of honor. It contrasts perfectly with the society of the neighboring allied country Hamel eventually finds himself in.

But despite the many opportunities to "take the easy way", and especially after Hamel discovers the many horrible secrets that have been kept from him, he continues to exude the honor his culture instilled in him because he clearly values it above everything else, no matter what it costs him.

My only real complaint --a personal preference thing-- was the dialog in many spots between the MC and a girl that he rescues. These are great characters, but I admit I jumped past several of their conversations (I won't describe them because I don't want to ruin the plot). It was a bit too Shakespeare-ish for me.

One other minor quibble is some of the action scenes, and one in particular. The hero, in disguise, lures several soldiers into a guard shack and kills them in about two sentences. It's easy to accept Hamel as a skilled soldier, but nothing in the story ever prepared me to believe he was Batman.

I'm really looking forward to the next chapter in this series, and can't wait to see what's next for Gollos!
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Nathaniel Luscombe
5.0 out of 5 stars A twisty book with an ENDING
Reviewed in Canada on July 2, 2021
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There are two things I love when reading the first book in a trilogy. The first thing is a good introduction to the world. One that doesn't include info-dumping, and doesn't slow down the plot. The second thing is an ending that makes you want book two immediately. This book has both of those. Shawn Robinson knows how to craft a story flawlessly. I will admit that the first 100 pages were a bit slow, but once I reached the end I had so much appreciation for them. It wasn't that they were slow, as much as it was that I didn't fully get what the main character was trying to do. But the ending clears it all up in a way that I have never seen done before. I am absolutely dying with anticipation for the next book in this series. Robinson is a fantasy writing force to be reckoned with.
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Amanda
4.0 out of 5 stars A compelling page turner
Reviewed in Canada on July 1, 2021
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Shawn has crafted a story that draws the reader in, with enough twists and turns to keep you guessing. Ridge follows the trademarks of the genre well, has a compelling protagonist, and hints at a story larger than the one being told. I look forward to book 2.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Fantasy/Thriller
Reviewed in Canada on October 29, 2021
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I devoured this book from start to finish; it finished with a great cliffhanger and left me wanting more. As the first in a trilogy or series, Ridge - Day One has all the elements of a hit series. From the clear setting of the world we are entering to a fantastic job in character development without losing sight of the story line. Kudos to the author. I am eagerly anticipating the release date of book 2.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Fantasy/Thriller
Reviewed in Canada on October 29, 2021
I devoured this book from start to finish; it finished with a great cliffhanger and left me wanting more. As the first in a trilogy or series, Ridge - Day One has all the elements of a hit series. From the clear setting of the world we are entering to a fantastic job in character development without losing sight of the story line. Kudos to the author. I am eagerly anticipating the release date of book 2.
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5.0 out of 5 stars HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Reviewed in Canada on January 13, 2022
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Really well written, lots of twists and turns and attention to details. I love this book, GET IT ASAP!!!!
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Debbie
5.0 out of 5 stars A very good read! exciting too!
Reviewed in Canada on August 16, 2021
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I really enjoyed this book ! Looking forward to continuing the series.
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