What does it take to rule? Kasri Ironheart's future as the Vard of Ironcliff looms over her every waking moment. Her father wants her to forge with a Dwarf of the highest standing, but her heart has other plans. Herdwin Steelarms' future was sealed the day he left the smith's guild in Stonecastle. After decades honing his skills in Wincaster, he was content to remain a bachelor until she came along. To prove his worth, they must now travel east to the city of his birth to make amends. But all is not as it seems, for an unknown enemy lurks on the eastern reaches of the Dwarven lands. Can Herdwin and Kasri stop this menace before it conquers the Dwarven people? Mercerian Tales: Into the Forge explores the complex nature of Dwarven society and its grip on its people. This book is best read between books ten and eleven of the Heir to the Crown series. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime when you crack open your copy of Into the Forge! New to the series? Meet Gerald Matheson, the steadfast warrior in Servant of the Crown, Heir to the Crown: Book One, available in eBook, Audiobook, and Paperback. Books by Paul J Bennett 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 The Frozen Flame Series: Awakening - Prequels Ashes Embers Flames Inferno Maelstrom Vortex Torrent Power Ascending Series: Tempered Steel - Prequel Temple Knight Warrior Knight Temple Captain Warrior Lord Temple Commander The Chronicles of Cyric: Into the Maelstrom - Prequel A Midwinter Murder The Beast of Brunhausen What readers say about Paul J Bennett’s books: ★★★★★ -"Fantastic Fantasy!" ★★★★★ -"Epic Battle Scenes! ★★★★★ -"I’m hooked on this series!" ★★★★★ -"Exciting Sword and Sorcery." ★★★★★ -"Outstanding work of fantasy." ★★★★★ -"Another excellent book series!!" ★★★★★ -"I just could not stop reading them." ★★★★★ -"This author has a way to tell stories.” ★★★★★ -"Easy to follow, but difficult to put down.” ★★★★★ -"Wow! Best book I’ve read in a LONG time!" ★★★★★ -"Thoroughly absorbing, exciting, and mystical." ★★★★★ -"A real fantasy that that springs off the pages.” ★★★★★ -"I love the strong and smart female characters.” ★★★★★ -"Give this a read... you will end up hooked as I did.” ★★★★★ -"If you like fantasy fiction, then this is a must-read!" ★★★★★ -"Each character fits snugly into the wildly, active plot.” ★★★★★ -"This story gripped me and kept me turning the pages." ★★★★★ -"This jaw-dropping continuation is well worth the read.” ★★★★★ -"Action, Intrigue, Adventure, Romance and some twists!" ★★★★★ -"I love the book, had me on edge, could not put it down!" ★★★★★ -"Full of suspense, intrigue and action throughout the story." ★★★★★ -"The imagination and detail of this epic tale is mesmerizing.” ★★★★★ -"This story will take you through every emotion that you have.” ★★★★★ -"The tale is full of twists and turns and never-ending possibilities.” ★★★★★ -"The characters you love in the books come to life in such a fabulous way." ★★★★★ -"The tale flows effortlessly along, blending action, and heartwarming scenes."
