Ashes - Paul J Bennett

Ashes

By Paul J Bennett

  • Release Date: 2019-09-23
  • Genre: Epic Fantasy
Score: 4
4
From 141 Ratings

Description

Magic is the key... but will it save them, or consume them? To be discovered with magical potential is to be feared. The gifted few dread their future, for while a life of ease awaits those who succeed, failure leads to a much darker destiny. For Natalia, whose magical abilities revealed themselves at an early age, there is no choice. Torn from her mother's arms, she was borne away to the Volstrum, an institution steeped in mystery. There, trained as a battle mage, she has the potential to be one of the most powerful spellcasters ever. Yet the price they demand of her is too high! Athgar's life was shattered the day his magical potential was released by the very fire that nearly consumed him. Even while the Orcs taught him to master his new talents, he could not forget those who were savagely ripped away. Blindly driven by revenge, it's not until he meets Natalia and nearly dies again that he realizes something much more sinister is unfolding. Now, she is on the run from her family while he desperately hunts for his! Together, they embark on a voyage to unearth a dark conspiracy that has remained secret for years. Discover a land infused with magic and mystery as Paul J Bennett's Sword & Sorcery series, The Frozen Flame, begins in Ashes. Curl up with your copy of Ashes and enjoy a spellbinding tale today! Reviews for The Frozen Flame Series "Another excellent book series!!" "If you like fantasy fiction, then this is a must-read." "This story gripped me and kept me turning the pages." "Action, Intrigue, Adventure, Romance and some twists!" "I love the book, had me on edge and could not put it down!" "The most amazing adventure with a strong magical influence." "The action is paced just right, the characters are well written and believable, and the editing was great." The Frozen Flame Series: Awakening - Prequels Ashes Embers Flames Inferno Maelstrom Vortex Torrent Cataclysm The Duality of Magic Series: Voices From The Past – (Spring 2025) Heir to the Crown Series: Battle at the River - Prequel Servant of the Crown Sword of the Crown Mercerian Tales: Stories of the Past Heart of the Crown Shadow of the Crown Mercerian Tales: The Call of Magic Fate of the Crown Burden of the Crown Mercerian Tales: The Making of a Man Defender of the Crown Fury of the Crown Mercerian Tales: Honour Thy Ancestors War of the Crown Triumph of the Crown Mercerian Tales: Into the Forge Guardian of the Crown Enemy of the Crown Mercerian Tales: The Spark of Change Peril of the Crown Power Ascending Series: Tempered Steel - Prequel Temple Knight Warrior Knight Temple Captain Warrior Lord Temple Commander Warrior Prince Temple General The Chronicles of Cyric: Into the Maelstrom – Prequel A Midwinter Murder The Beast of Brunhausen A Plague in Zeiderbruch

Reviews

  • Decent story and adventure

    3
    By KtSnshn
    The story was good and even though I figured out the twists beforehand, it was enjoyable. I cannot give it 4 stars as some of the dialogue was inconsistent for the characters and sometimes a bit stilted, along with wanting a bit more polishing.
  • The Frozen Flame

    5
    By Sporty Harris
    Book One of the Ashes series by Paul J Bennett. Loved this book it had me by the first chapter. The characters were compelling, I was rooting for them throughout the entire read. The story painted was vivid and exciting enough to make me want to keep reading even when a tired old man was exhausted from the day’s activities. I am looking forward to the next book. Thank you Mr. Barrett for your thoughts, time and imagination. Sincerely, J.W. Harris Jr.
  • I like it!

    4
    By eluptak
    Fast reading with a good plot
  • Out of the park!

    5
    By tolistari
    Loved the new series opener. Great new characters and in another part of the same world. I wonder if the two story lines will eventually meet. It was over too soon. I am ready for more. I was given a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review, and asked to read this book prior to the prequel. I would recommend reading the prequel first.