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The Shadow of the Gods (The Bloodsworn Saga, #1)
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Malice (The Faithful and the Fallen, #1)
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Valor (The Faithful and the Fallen, #2)
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Ruin (The Faithful and the Fallen, #3)
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The Hunger of the Gods (The Bloodsworn Saga, #2)
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Wrath (The Faithful and the Fallen, #4)
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2016
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A Time of Dread (Of Blood and Bone, #1)
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A Time of Blood (Of Blood and Bone, #2)
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A Time of Courage (Of Blood and Bone, #3)
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“I wish it need not have happened in my time," said Frodo.
"So do I," said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
― The Fellowship of the Ring
"So do I," said Gandalf, "and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
― The Fellowship of the Ring
“Never violate a woman, nor harm a child. Do not lie, cheat or steal. These things are for lesser men. Protect the weak against the evil strong. And never allow thoughts of gain to lead you into the persuit of evil.”
― White Wolf
― White Wolf
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Ah, thanks so much :)
Happy Reading
John
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Hi Erich, it's great to be Goodreads friends. I have a bit of bad news for you, though. At present Audible.com have no plans to record the rest of the series. Audible.uk have recorded all four, but I'm not sure if regional restrictions will be a problem for. Sorry I can't be of more help.
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You're more than welcome, Craig, and thank you for accepting, it's great to be Goodreads friends. Yes, authors do lurk on here :) As well as being like-minded book-people it's a great way of interacting with readers. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed Malice and hope that you enjoy the rest of the series. Best, John
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You're more than welcome, Justyna, it's great to be Goodreads friends. I'm so pleased that you're enjoying the series so far.
Best,
John
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Hi Stephen. You're most welcome, it's great to be Goodreads Friends :) I'm so glad that you enjoyed Malice, and hope that you enjoy the rest of the series just as much.
Just to let you know, I'm going through the edit of Wrath today, the fourth and final book in the series. It's due for publication this coming November.
All the best,
John
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Hi Zak, I'm so pleased to hear that you're enjoying the series so far, and thanks for taking the time to let me know, I really appreciate that. Not too long to wait now for Ruin :)
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Glad you're enjoying the series so much, Felix :) Goldsboro do make beautiful editions. I know they did do a run on Valour, but I'm not sure whether it was a limited edition or not.
Hope you enjoy Ruin as much as you have the first two.
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Hi Yostman - thanks for the message, and also for the kind words. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed Malice and Valor, and to hear that you're recommending them has made my day. And to your daughter - it's really lovely to hear that Malice and Valor have become a fun way of connecting for you both. The books have had a similar effect in my family - as I was writing them I'd often tell parts to my boys and the following conversations would always be great fun. When I caught them re-enacting scenes (usually fight scenes involving Conall!) it would always put a smile on my face.
Glad to hear that you're looking forward to Ruin, hopefully you'll enjoy it just as much as the first two.
Thanks again for getting in touch.
All the best,
John
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Evan wrote: "Mr. Gwynne, I'd like to say that your book Malice has had a pretty significant check-out rate at my library. I can't say how often I've checked it out to patrons, in the same stack as Martin, Jorda..."
Hi Evan, thanks for getting in touch, and that is great news - shocking, as well. I'm still getting used to being published, so when I hear things like this, well, it makes me shake my head and grin. Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know, I really appreciate it.
And I hope you enjoy Malice :)
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Thanks Scott - glad you enjoyed Valor. Book 3 is written, titled Ruin and going through edits at the moment. I'm not sure when it's out in the US yet, but I'll post that info as soon as I hear it.
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Thanks for the message - you're welcome regards the friend invite. Very glad to hear that you enjoyed Malice. Thanks for the kind words, and also for the encouragement about book 3. I do appreciate that, and agree with you.
I hope that you enjoy Valor.
All the best,
John
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You're welcome Cody. Really pleased that you enjoyed Malice and Valour - sorry about the frequent POV changes :)
Take care and Happy Reading,
John
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Hi David - thanks for the message - I'm really pleased that you enjoyed Malice and Valour, and thanks for taking the time to let me know.
As far as book 3 goes (there are 4 planned in the series) I'm still writing it at the moment, nearly finished though. My publishers haven't told me a release date yet, but I'd guesstimate summer/autumn 2015. Don't quote me on that, though. I will be giving updates on my blog as and when I have solid information.
Hope that helps,
All the best,
John
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Hope you enjoy it Tracey :)
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Hi Bentley, thanks for the message and no worries about the friend-add. I'm really pleased that you enjoyed Malice, and thanks for taking the time to let me know. All the best with the writing,
John
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Can't wait for the next book!
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Thank you for your friend request. This was a pleasant surprise to see. I soon hope to be able to read the second book of your series, as the end left me wanting for more.
Kind regards,
Wieteke
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Cheers."
No problem Michelle - great to be Goodreads friends. So glad that you enjoyed Malice, and thanks for taking the time to let me know. Book 2, Valour, is out in March, so not too long to wait.
Best,
John
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Cheers.
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Thanks again for the interest, and happy New Year to you.
Best,
John
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have you a definitive date for Valour yet Mr Gwynne?
in time for my birthday on the 14th would be good
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!"
Hi Johannes - glad to be friends on goodreads, and I'm really pleased that you enjoyed Malice. Sorry about the delay for book 2 - Valour, it's out in March 2014, so not too long to wait, I hope.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
All the best,
John
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!