Dragons and Demons, The Prophecy of the Kings, a Fantasy Trilogy by David Burrows

I love to read

2012-01-29T00:26:00.000-08:00

As well as fantasy I like historical fiction. My favourite authors are Bernard Cornwell and Simon Scarrow. I've recently read Glyn Iliffe and I must get some of his other books. It was the Armour of Achilles that I read. A really entertaining book.

In Science Fiction, Dune and Battle Earth stand out.

I like reading on trains most, but have also read whilst at airports. There's something comforting being on a train and reading.

Check out my library collection and reviews on Goodreads and Librarything.

Reading suggestions - fantasy

2012-01-28T01:13:00.000-08:00

Some of these are good reads:

1. J R R Tolkien. I especially liked the Silmarillion and the tale of Turin Turambar.
2. Ian Irvine - Nish, a cracking character who first appears in The Geomancer, The Well of Echoes Novels. Ian creates several really good characters. A master of creation!
3. Terry Goodkind. The Sword of Truth series are cracking reads. No one character leaps out though. I found the series a struggle after the Temple ofthe Winds.
4. Weiss and Hickmann - Raistlin is my favourite character and the Twins novels my favourite series.
5. J K Rowling - Harry Potter books. Many really good characters! Luna Lovegrove has to be high on the list!
6. David Gemmell - Druss is my favourite in the Legend of Druss.
7. Robin Hobb and the Farseer and Tawny Man Trilogies
8. Michael Moorcock - He has written many good books, my favourite character is Elric
9. Joe Abercrombe - The Blade Itself and in particular Glokta. One of the best characters for a while.
10. Brent Weeks - Beyond the Shadows, favoiurite character has to be Kylar.
11. Stan Nicholls, Orcs. Quite a brutal tale.
12. Raymon Feist and Magician and Talon of the Silver Hawk.
13. James Clemens - The Wit'ch Fire series
14. Christopher Paolini, Eragon, but I didn't enjoy later books as much

Let me know your thoughts on my list. Have I missed anyone. There are many author's I haven't read yet.

My new novel Drachar's Demons is out. Give it a try. It's a good introduction to Prophecy of the Kings and is a stand alone novel.

Good reading

David

Good week!

2012-01-20T11:11:00.000-08:00

It's been a good week. I gave away 650 ebooks of Drachar's Demons. Not sure how that compares to other promotions but it seems good to me. Thanks everyone for taking part. Hope you all enjoy it.

Drove to Bristol and back today. They closed the Motorway but I managed to avoid hold ups. :)

Anyone recommend War Horse? I can feel an outing coming on.

Last day tomorrow - free Kindle ebooks

2012-01-16T11:46:00.000-08:00

Get your free copy of Drachar's Demons NOW. Last day of the promotion, tomorrow 17th Jan. I've given away 600 ebooks to date and would like to break 1000. Download your free copy of Drachar's Demons and enjoy the novel that leads into Prophecy of the Kings.

Hurry, while the offer lasts.

Great reviws to date so don't miss out. For those with a copy. Let me know what you think.

David

Free ebook - Kindle, Drachar's Demons

2012-01-13T12:31:00.000-08:00

My new novel is free from today - but only until Sunday 15th Jan. Help me create a buzz! Passs this on to all fantasy fans.

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Also on Amazon.co.uk!!

Free Kindle ebook - Drachar's Demons

2012-01-12T11:58:00.000-08:00

Drachar's Demons is free to download for Kindle users. Please visit Amazon to get a free copy from Friday 13th January until Sunday 15th January - only

US Customers http://www.amazon.com/Drachars-Demons-ebook/dp/B006F63352/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1326398148&sr=8-1

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Please review your copy. It is a fantasy novel so it's really for fantasy fans.

Goodreading

David

Another Great Review - Drachar's Demons

2012-01-12T11:52:00.000-08:00

Drachar's Demons has just had another great review.

4.0 out of 5 stars Action packed adventure, January 11, 2012

kehs (Hertfordshire, England) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Drachar's Demons (Paperback)

Wow! I was lucky enough to be given a copy of this book by the author and am so pleased to be able to say I loved it. I was drawn into the adventure from the opening pages. What's not to like! There's magic, elves, sorcerers and demons woven into a magical tale about a fight against evil. I thought this had all been done before but Burrows has created his own world and people and I thoroughly enjoyed the read. I highly recommend Drachar's Demons. I just wish I was as eloquent as the author as my words do not do justice to his book.

Check it out at http://www.amazon.com/Drachars-Demons-David-Burrows/dp/1441471456/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1326386949&sr=8-4

Coupon offer - 25% off fantasy books by David Burrows

2012-01-10T10:51:00.000-08:00

HURRY. There's a massive 25% off my books at http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/jdavidburrows until 31st Jan only. Use the coupon code LULUBOOKUK305 to get the discount. There may be a limit on how many people can qualify for this so be quick.

Pass this on to all fantasy fans, please. You can use the voucher on any of the books in the Prophecy of the Kings trilogy or Drachar's Demons, my brand new book.

Best wishes

David

Brilliant reviews - thanks and keep them coming

2012-01-08T11:05:00.000-08:00

Great reviews from Amazon.com. Many thanks. Don't forget the FREE kindle ebook of Drachar's Demons from the 13th January 2012 for 3 days - only!!

Ellen_mom "Ellen" (Emmett, ID USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Drachar's Demons (Kindle Edition)

Ok, so I actually had to read this, then put it down for a week and then read it again. There is so much going on that I felt I might have missed something. Which is AWESOME!! I really enjoyed reading about Drachar and I appreciate the opportunity to read it and review it.

Drachar is an outcast Eldric on the hunt for ultimate power. Along the way he uses Demons and the demon world to assist him, as well as unlikely allies such as the Krell. The rest of the Eldric have to do things they find distasteful to try to track him down and stop him. The Eldric will never be the same again either way!

It is a wonderful prequel to the "Prophecy of the Kings" books!!

Elf2060 "Elf2060" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Drachar's Demons (Kindle Edition)

"Drachar's Demons" by David and Andrew Burrows is the intriguing prequel to David Burrows' `Prophecy of the Kings trilogy'. The origin of the evil Drachar is detailed in this sometimes chilling fantasy tale that describes the Eldric as they discover the powers and uses of the previously shunned demons. Lothanal, an ambitious sorcerer, discovers that unimaginable power is available through alliance with demons who can be conscripted with the promise of souls. One man's actions may be enough to overthrow the entire Eldric society as he pursues power to the exclusion of any consideration of appropriate morals. His former colleagues will have to learn concepts that have previously been considered anathema to their entire race and unlikely allies will be needed to combat the actions that threaten to destabilize the entire region. Beings and defenses formerly believed to exist only in legends will need to be utilized to combat the threat initiated through the actions of a single sorcerer and the lives of the Eldric and their neighboring kingdoms will be forever changed. The overwhelming odds faced by the brave defenders of the lands may be unsurmountable if they cannot find a successful defense against the demons who want to overrun the world.

Free ebook - Drachar's Demons

2012-01-01T07:51:00.000-08:00

My new book, Drachar's Demons, is being promoted soon and for 3 days will be free on Kindle, as an ebook. Check it out between the 13th to 15th January.

His people, the Eldric, realisethat they must learn to combat the growing threat by summoning demonsthemselves to exploit any weakness they may find. However, it is anexceptionally brave man that confronts a demon let alone tries to kill one.Their scales are impervious to blades and any mistake results in the demonclaiming another soul for eternal damnation.

The race is on for war threatens;a war like no other for sorcerer will battle sorcerer and demon set against demon.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Drachars-Demons-ebook/dp/B006F63352/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1325432871&sr=1-1

Global reviews for the Prophecy of the Kings

2011-12-24T21:03:00.000-08:00

As an Indie author it is not easy getting genuine reviews. On Amazon, my books have only a smattering of reviews and being a trilogy they are diluted across the three books and the omnibus. However, across many review sites the books have many great reviews. Check out my website below for a more comprehensive list of reviews and links to these:

http://davidburrows.org.uk/reviews.html

Some example reviews with links to their source:
Legacy of the Eldric is pure escapism, a high fantasy novel that manages to entertain from beginning to end with an easy to read narrative, interesting characters and intelligent world building, I highly recommend this novel to any fan of fantasy fiction. http://sfbook.com/legacy-of-the-eldric.htm (5/5 stars)

Yes there are is a prophecy, dwarfs, demons and dragons, but the story is captivating, exciting and fast-moving and you will find it difficult to put down. David Burrows has added some nice touches to what could have turned out to be a run of the mill fantasy. If you love Raymond E Feist or Robin Hobb you will not regret adding this book to your bookshelf. http://www.waterstones.com/waterstonesweb/products/david+burrows/the+prophecy+of+the+kings+trilogy/6433368/ (4/5stars)

In Legacy of the Eldric he has certainly achieved his aim; the characters are memorable and the plot is fast-paced and exciting. It is an opening chapter in a series that I look forward to reading the mid and end parts to. This is solid fantasy; exactly what a fantasy doctor would order for those looking for an enjoyable escape from reality, fans of Tolkien, Hobb and Moorcock will love what they find here. Definitely recommended. http://www.fantasybookreview.co.uk/David-Burrows/Legacy-of-the-Eldric.html (8/10 stars)

While the writing is good, and the battle scenes are excellent, the true highlight of these novels for me, were the characters. Each were distinct and interesting. While it did take me a bit of time to absorb their personalities, once I did, I deeply cared for the outcome of their lives. Kaplyn, whom was the main character, was very likable, and Vastra, a wizard with a secret, was compelling all the way through. There was also a decent amount of character development, which is something I always enjoy. For me, if the characters aren’t interesting, the writing will never truly grab me. http://tyrionfrost.wordpress.com/2009/12/25/the-prophecy-of-the-kings-trilogy-by-david-burrows/ (4/5 stars)

Fantastic fantasy series! This series has everything a fantasy lover like me wants out of a story. It had me constantly turning the pages to find out what happens next! Very exciting and gripping in every aspect of the word. I recommend this series to all fantasy lovers, I know you'll love it as much as I do! (5 out of 5 stars) http://www.librarything.com/work/6600779/reviews/

The Prophecy of the Kings trilogy is a fantastic epic. David Burrows creates a vibrant and compelling world which captivates his readers. The first book started a little slow but quickly grabs a hold of the reader. Burrows develops his characters well and by the end of the first book you feel compelled to keep reading to find out the outcome of the tribulations the characters must go through. The second and third books are equally engaging and the pace quickens with every page. I truly enjoyed this novel and would recommend to all fantasy fiction fans. (5 out of 5 stars) http://www.librarything.com/work/6600779/reviews/

I really enjoyed the story and found that the books were very easy to ready and very enjoyable. I felt that these characters all brought something to the story while still not making the story so complex that it was hard to follow. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the fantasy genre of book. (4 out of 5 stars) http://www.librarything.com/work/6600779/reviews/

Great reading and a Merry Christmas

David

A great review for Drachar's Demons!

2011-12-24T09:19:00.000-08:00

Great review on Drachar's Demons. "An imaginative and action-packed fantasy that provides a background for the events that end the halcyon days of the Eldric. The insidious descent into evil dictated by one man’s search for power and the defense mounted by those who support goodness is presented in this entertaining tale which features wonderfully intriguing beings such as the flying grakyn and the evil krell. A great introduction to the series. (The Prophecy of the Kings)"

Check it out at:
http://www.nightowlscifi.com/nor/Reviews/ELF-reviews-Drachars-Demons-by-David-Burrows-and-Andrew-Burrows.aspx

Thanks Tammie King

Merry Christmas all

David

First Review - Drachar's Demons. Terrific prequel

2011-12-13T10:34:00.000-08:00

Thanks Kendra for the first review of Drachar's Demons on Amazon.com. 4 stars!

This is a prequel to the first three books written by Mr. Burrows; it fills the reader in on what triggered the prophecy and the story in the trilogy. Another interesting book, lots of plot-line and action, the book grabs one and pulls the reader back into this familiar world. The author does a good job of giving the bad guy a voice, and while you don't like him, he definitely holds your attention. Solid main characters have you rooting for the good guys, but fascinated with the bad guy!

http://www.amazon.com/Drachars-Demons-David-Burrows/dp/1441471456/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1323800977&sr=8-4

David

Drachar's Demons - a new fantasy novel

2011-12-11T09:53:00.001-08:00

I am very pleased to announce my new novel Drachar's Demons is out on Kindle. Check my website for details.

Drachar, banished by his ownpeople, forges an unholy alliance with the demons by offering them ten thousandsouls, but the demons demand one hundred thousand and without quibbling Dracharaccepts. Only all out war will deliver so many souls and the old enemyTrosgarth is his only potential ally, but he must cross the land to confronttheir king and persuade him to his cause. Drachar has the power of the demonworld at his command, but madness threatens when the demons plague his dreams,demanding souls.

The race is on for war threatens;a war like no other for sorcerer will battle sorcerer and demon set against demon.

Good reading and Merry Christmas soon

David

Fantasy - Christmas special offer

2011-12-10T02:48:00.001-08:00

Calling on all US fantasy fans.

For a limited period. Get the Prophecy of the Kings Omnibus at a discount. Visit http://prophecyofthekings.com/ - click on the link and use the discount code provided.

Good reading

Genuine reviews - Prophecy of the Kings

2011-12-10T02:37:00.001-08:00

Hi. I was recently informed some Indie authors pay for 4/5 star reviews. Shocking. Mine are all genuine and I have linked them to the source, so please check out my reviews or better still, if you have read the novels, send me your thoughts or post a review on Amazon. I'd love to hear from you.

Reviews - Prophecy of the Kings

David

Fantasy video clip

2011-12-04T09:20:00.000-08:00

I have just published a premotional video clip for the Prophecy of the Kings. Have a look at http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=b6VM0sL-9EM

Let me know what you think.

David

Thanks all UK Kindle fantasy lovers

2011-11-30T04:18:00.001-08:00

Thanks all Kindle fantasy lovers in the UK for the tremendous sales. It's really appreciated. All comments/reviews are welcome. Join me on my facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Prophecy-of-the-kings-a-fantasy-novel/197567296949644?sk=wall

David :)

Free book chapters, Prophecy of the Kings

2011-11-19T05:47:00.000-08:00

Please visit my website to download seven free book chapters, taken from Legacy of the Eldric - Book 1 of the Prophecy of the Kings. Many thanks for the excellent reviews to date - as an Indie author these are really appreciated. Please keep them coming. I would love to hear from you.

Sales on Kindle have been really good, so thanks to all those who have purchased copies.

http://www.davidburrows.org.uk/

http://www.prophecyofthekings.com/

Coming soon - Drachar's Demons. The book is in its last stages of editing and a few review copies have been issued for feedback.

Drachar, banished by his own people, forges an unholy alliance with the demons by offering them ten thousand souls, but the demons demand one hundred thousand and without quibbling Drachar accepts. Only all out war will deliver so many souls and the old enemy Trosgarth is his only potential ally, but he must cross the land to confront their king and persuade him to his cause. Drachar has the power of the demon world at his command, but madness threatens when the demons plague his dreams, demanding souls.

His people, the Eldric, realise that they must learn to combat the growing threat by summoning demons themselves to exploit any weakness they may find. However, it is an exceptionally brave man that confronts a demon let alone tries to kill one. Their scales are impervious to blades and any mistake results in the demon claiming another soul for eternal damnation.

The race is on for war threatens; a war like no other for sorcerer will battle sorcerer and demon set against demon.

Many thanks

David

Fantasy fans - $5 discount

2011-10-29T06:10:00.000-07:00

Calling on all US fantasy fans.

For a limited period. Get the Prophecy of the Kings Omnibus at a discount. Visit http://prophecyofthekings.com/ - click on the link and use the discount code provided.

Good reading

New fantasy book - Drachar's Demons

2011-07-30T00:51:00.001-07:00

Here is the artwork for Drachar's Demons. The book is being edited and will be available soon.

New fantasy novel - Drachar's Demons

2011-05-15T09:27:00.000-07:00

Hurray. Just finished first draft of a new novel, Drachar's Demons.
Feels great. Took 5 months compared to Prophecy of the Kings trilogy which took
4 years!

Drachar's Demons is a prequel to Prophecy of the Kings and it tells about Drachar's rise to power and how the prophecy comes about. I have a long slog now editing it.

Free books

2011-04-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

I'm offering 10 more copies of the trilogy - in exchange for reviews on Amazon. That's thirty books in total. Simply contact me on prophecyofthekings@blueyonder.co.uk Don't forget the competitions below. Best of luck David

Free books

2011-03-27T01:39:00.000-07:00

I am running a competition from May to July offering free copies of my trilogy each month. The competition is as follows.

Let me know why you want a copy of the trilogy. I bags, because I just do, dude so that doesn't count. At the end of May I will announce the winner on this blog page. Entries should be posted on my blog under the comment box. If this is difficult to do then email me your answer to prophecyofthekings@blueyonder.co.uk.

Email me three names of the main heroes. Hint - have a look at my website and the free sample chapters. In the event of a tie I will draw names from a hat. Email to the same address above. I will announce the winner at the end of June.

Send me a fantasy related joke. I will post these on my blog. Feel free to decide which is your favourite, but my decision is final. For example jokes check some initial jokes out at http://davidsfantasyjokes.blogspot.com/ You can convert most the jokes you know to fantasy ones; give it a try. I will announce the winner at teh end of July.

Good luck and best wishes

David

New book art

2011-03-04T03:25:00.001-08:00

Sorcerers vs wizards

2011-02-20T10:54:00.000-08:00

Just assume that a sorcerer’s power is through the spirit world, a wizard’s via a capacity within himself; a well for magic to precise. Which would be the more powerful? The spirit world, with its elementals, air, fire, earth and water, or the power from within? But elementals are not the only spirits. Elementals exist on our plane, but their cousins the demons live in another world from ours.

Demons of immense power.

Demons that spread ill within the world, plague and disease.

But what of a kara stone. A stone that can contain magic. A well to enhance a wizard's power.

Who now is the more powerful?

Vastra's tale

2011-02-10T11:01:00.000-08:00

I was day dreaming, staring deep into the dying embers of the coal fire, my eyeballs dry from the heat as I ignored the howl of the wind on a bitter January night. I jumped when a knock at the door interrupted my reverie. This was an insistent knock, a loud demanding knock; one that shattered the calm, refusing to be ignored. Sighing, I went to the door, angered by the loss of solitude made worse by the frigid wind that greeted me.

He was an old man with an old man’s frailties. His face was long, and his flesh grey and wrinkled. Dark bags beneath his eyes suggested insomnia, the curse of the old.

“Yes,” I said, not hiding the anger that I felt.

“I need to speak with you,” he snapped, seemingly equally irritable.

“Do I know you?” I asked, for his tone was one of a relative, making demands.

I did not like his look and was already pushing the door to when, remarkably swift for an old man, an arthritic claw grabbed the door and a boot thudded against the base.

I was scared now. He had shocked me. Feral eyes locked on mine, deep dark and accusing. “I need to talk,” he insisted.

My first thoughts were to call for help. Phone the police perhaps, but that would be too late. He was wild – a mad man standing halfway in my house. The simplest course seemed to be to let him in and listen to his ramblings, after all he was an old man and what harm could he do?

As he swept inside, I noticed for the first time his attire. It was outlandish to say the least, a long flowing tunic, grimed with dirt, and the cuffs frayed. At one time it had probably been blue, a deep rich colour, but under the dirt it was now hard to say. He smelt old, and a scent lingered that I found hard to place, but an image of a dragon swept to mind and I shivered, even though the door was now shut.

With a thud he dropped a sizeable doorstep of papers on the coffee table. The paper was sun-bleached and aged as much as he was. I shook my head; it was going to be a long night.

As I sat, a hand shot out and with strength belittling his years seemed to seek to crush my bones as though talking was insufficient to hold my attention. Well that did it; he had my attention now as dread coursed through my veins.

“I am Vastra,” he announced as though it was of some importance. “Vastra,” he repeated, his mouth agape. .

“My arm,” I wheedled for I did not relish the pain.

He looked at me, before releasing his grasp. My wrist was red and burned still from his grip. The wind rattled the window, deepening the mood.

“I have done much wrong and I need to atone,” he said, looking at me fiercely. I nodded and he sat back. His eyes swept around the room, glancing at the TV and the hi-fi, but somehow unseeing.

“I did them all wrong. I betrayed them, but I tried … in the end. Oh, yes, I tried. It is in the manuscript, I have written it all down. A labour of love some would say, but to me it is a curse, for my part in it was real, too real and the impact had repercussions across the world, ours and theirs.”

“Theirs?” I asked.

He nodded. “Demons. Dragons,” he said in a hushed voice

I believed him. Why shouldn’t I?

“Go on,” I said, enthralled.

“I was an ambitious fool. I thought that I controlled the imp, but I didn’t.”

When he said the word imp, something appeared, hovering by his side. A small demon-like creature, hairless, a green glow emanating from deep within its flesh. I jumped and could not hide my fear.

“Do not worry,” he sneered, glancing at the creature. “It is a memory, a shaol, a guardian spirit. That is all…

“Some guardian though! I can see yours, faint across the expanse of time. He will protect you as best he can; a sixth sense in the darkest hour. But why did I trust an imp? I was warned, by my friends … but I knew better, and the very people who would have helped me, I ignored, and worse, betrayed.”

His gaze dropped and the final word was barely a whisper. A tear slid down his cheek and fell upon the manuscript.

“No one is alone,” I said. “You must have friends, talk to them.”

He sniffed wiping the tears with his cuff, shaking his head. “I cannot, for I am banished from that world. Shastlan understood. The ghost of a dead emperor, exiled from his own world for deeds as bad as mine. What a pair we made, arrogant and foolish, engrossed in our own self-importance.

“And what of the people I betrayed. Kaplyn. As good a friend as any, but so far beneath my ambitious scheming. Of all the people, I hurt him the worst. I would make amends but I cannot.

“Because of me, his family and friends all died. I was responsible for Shastlan becoming his shaol. Mad whispering in the dark of the night. And dragons! An evil curse to blight the world. Demons and dragons, the choice was unfair. How could anyone choose and remain sane?”

“Surely it cannot be that bad,” I said when he fell silent, his gaze riveted to the manuscript.

“Read it,” he said through clenched teeth. “Judge me then, not before. I must atone.”

“How is this atoning?” I said. “You chastise yourself with a stick of your own making. How can I be your judge? Surely your friends have judged and forgiven you. Everyone has a spark of good deep within. They must have seen yours.”

“Read it!” he insisted.

I picked it up. Reverently. It was heavy as though weighted by the souls of the damned. When I looked up, he was gone. Yet the tearstain on the cover was as real as anything I had ever seen.

The Prophecy of the Kings, the title said. Flicking to the back cover it was signed Vastra.

Having now read the manuscript I wonder at our meeting. Was he a shoal, or a restless spirit wandering the worlds seeking redemption? Of one thing I am certain, if his world was real then the tale must be told. By doing so, it honours the dead, and forgives those who need to be forgiven.

Excuse me then for claiming to be the author. It is a wondrous story and it will move you. As you read, think then upon Vastra, and Shastlan. Perhaps we can find it in our hearts to forgive, for now I know why so many people in their worlds would not. But then, that was Vastra’s intent, and if he knocks on your door in the dead of night, listen to his tale. It will move you, as it has moved me.

Dragons, are they good or evil?

2011-02-06T08:16:00.000-08:00

Tolkien portrayed dragons as evil. Weiss and Hickman sat on the fence; dragons were good or evil depending upon their colour.

Read the Prophecy of the Kings to see what that author thinks, sentient beings or a dumb brute, lazy and a hoarder, or ravagers of nations? Undoubtedly powerful, what is their nemesis? How to destroy a dragon? That was uppermost in Ariome’s mind during the second battle of DrummonCall. A witch of great beauty: a mind of twisted evil. How could she please her Lord? Destroy a dragon! How would you do it! Moments have passed and a dragons wrath is vengeful. Time is running out.

Kill the dragon or die. Check out the website http://davidburrows.org.uk

Guardian Angels - do you believe?

2011-01-28T10:18:00.000-08:00

Apparently 40% of people believe in guardian angels. What do you believe? Read the Prophecy of the Kings and see how the author deals with this subject.

For most people the link with their guardian angel is tenuous, a warning in the dark of the night, a feeling on entering a room for the first time, ghostly eyes and not being alone …

Imagine then a guardian angel being your twin: a twin who died in the womb and was never born. How much closer would your link be with your guardian? How would that affect your life, being closer to the spirit world? Would you use that power for good, or for ill?

Imagine your guardian spirit being the shade of a dead emperor from another world: a world not much different to yours; a world at war, a war at the behest of the emperor who is now your guardian; a world with a dreadful secret. How would this affect your dreams? Could you sleep?

Imagine your guardian being a demon. Now the link to the spirit world is complete. At night your dreams are no longer your own. Look into the demon world and see the horror they create. Live with that … and rejoice. What would that make you?

These are the characters in the books. Read the novels and see who you are most like. How would you cope?

The Prophecy of the Kings - cost savings

2011-01-04T08:51:00.001-08:00

New website - check out http://davidburrows.org.uk/

Check out Amazon's offer of free postage
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Check out the latest reviews on http://davidburrows.org.uk/reviews.html

David :)

Latest Excellent Fantasy Review

2010-11-27T20:29:00.000-08:00

This is the latest review from Amazon.co.uk:

two bits of good news: Start the journey home tonight and the latest review on my book: This is the most captivating fantasy work that I have read in the last 10 years. The tale starts as a simple adventure but soon runs into magic, parallel worlds, dragons and souls connected through time and space. If you like your fantasy with twists and turns written with a refreshing originality, then this is the book for you.

Brilliant reviews, keep them coming :)

2010-10-16T21:07:00.000-07:00

Many thanks for the brilliant reviews. The books are clearly very popular amongst the fantasy community. Check out the latest review on Amazon.co.uk.

Keep the reviews coming, they mean so much to me. I would love to hear from you and to help this happen I have created a Facebook Group's page; http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=122804761106404

I am back in the UK for 1 week starting from the 20th October so feel free to contact me :)

Hi all from down a hole

2010-10-07T20:51:00.000-07:00

Fell down a ditch last night so feeling rather embarrased and bruised. I wasn't even drinking which makes it worse. Gorgeous night though with plenty of stars.

Fantasy Novel Gold Award

2010-09-18T20:41:00.000-07:00

Good news! The Prophecy of the Kings has just been awarded a gold award on Readersfavorite.com - check it out at http://readersfavorite.com/cat-71.htm?review=3451

I am very pleased with the award and it crowns June's book of the month on Science Fiction and Fantasy. I should travel to exciting places more often. :)

David

Fantasy Novel Book of the Month

2010-07-18T09:50:00.001-07:00

The Prophecy of the Kings is book of the month on Science Fiction and Fantasy. Check it out at http://www.sciencefictionandfantasy.co.uk/

latest review

2010-07-10T01:05:00.000-07:00

http://www.sciencefictionandfantasy.co.uk/shadow-of-the-demon.htm

The above is the review from book 3 from the Editor of Science Fiction and Fantasy. A cracking review:

Shadow of the Demon is triumph of high fantasy, a rich, rewarding end to a phenomenal series and should not be missed.

I was greatly pleased by this. Check out the rest of the review by clicking the link above

Good reading

David

New review

2010-06-27T06:19:00.000-07:00

Another great review. Check out Science Fiction and Fantasy web site, http://www.sciencefictionandfantasy.co.uk/dragon-rider.htm

The books have merited 5 out of 5 stars for Books 1 and 2 and I'm looking forward to the review for book 3.

If you like fantasy then Prophecy of the Kings could be just for you.

David

Cracking fantasy review

2010-06-19T00:59:00.001-07:00

I've had another good review, this one from Antony at science fiction and fantasy: http://www.sciencefictionandfantasy.co.uk/legacy-of-the-eldric.htm

The list of reviews is growing and they consistently recommend the books. If you are a fantasy fan, they may just be right for you.

David :)

New website

2010-06-12T09:09:00.000-07:00

Check out my new website at http://davidburrows.org.uk

Read sample chapters, a synopsis and reviews. The reviews are pretty good so far and to show they are genuine you can follow the link back to the original review.

Trials and Tribulations of a Self Published Author

2010-06-03T12:41:00.000-07:00

http://davidburrows.org.uk/Events.html

I am giving a presentation about my experiences getting published. Check out the link above for the venue details and timing. 22nd June!

Maidstone, Waterstones, book signing

2010-05-15T09:33:00.000-07:00

My first book signing went well. Many thanks to all those who attended and especially the staff who made this possible. I went in 'fantasy kit' but my sword was on the other side :(

New Review

2010-05-08T00:32:00.000-07:00

Check out the Waterstone's review of my book at http://www.waterstones.com/waterstonesweb/products/david+burrows/the+prophecy+of+the+kings+trilogy/6433368/

Unfortunately they have tagged it against the first edition, even though they had the second edition. I will correct that.

Book signing

2010-04-24T09:26:00.000-07:00

On Saturday the 15th May I'm holding a book signing signing of The Prophey of the Kings at Waterstones book shop, Fremlin Walk, Maidstone, between 10:00 and 12:30. Everyone welcome.

Second Edition of The Prophecy of the Kings

2010-04-04T02:03:00.001-07:00

The second edition of The Prophecy of the Kings is finally out in the UK. To celebrate I am giving copies away both on goodreads.com and Librarything.com. Sign up and win a free copy.

Prophecy of the Kings on Kindle

2010-03-08T00:45:00.000-08:00

For Kindle fans, the Prophecy of the Kings is now out as an ebook. Check out the website http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-text&field-keywords=%22prophecy+of+the+kings%22

David

Second Edition - coming soon

2009-11-21T01:12:00.000-08:00

Nearly completed the second edition. This has new book covers. Phil has done a tremendous job and I especially like book 3.

Second Edition - coming soon

2009-10-24T03:39:00.000-07:00

I'm working hard on a second edition. I'm excited over the new book covers which are currently in draft. Coming soon, watch this space...

Goodreads Reviews

2009-08-23T03:26:00.000-07:00

Many thanks to those folk who posted reviews on Goodreads. Some very good reviews so far and it's very much appreciated. Thanks to you all. I'm looking forward to any more postings, good or bad. Check them out at http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6019725.The_Prophecy_of_the_Kings_Trilogy

David

Librarything competition

2009-04-25T08:56:00.000-07:00

The librarything competition ended yesterday and today I sent the books to the selected winners. As a bonus I have sent the full trilogy to some folk so an additional congratulations. I hope you enjoy the books as much as I have enjoyed writing them. Be patient with the mail, it may take until the 21st May to receive your copy.

David

Photo and Fantasy artwork competition

2009-03-17T11:39:00.000-07:00

For fun I'm running a photo and fantasy artwork competition. I've put some extracts from my three novels in the link box below. Have a read and if any of the locations or scenes described match a photo you might have (mountains, woodland etc) or artwork, post them here or email them (if they won't post) to legacyoftheeldric@blueyonder.co.uk.

Above is a possible view of Ban Kildor (a mountain from book 1)

Check out the excerpts at http://prophecyofthekings.com/Companyofwolves.htm

David

David

The Prophecy of the Kings - a Review by Lee at fantasybookreview.co.uk

2009-03-14T06:50:00.000-07:00

Long ago the Eldric mysteriously disappeared from the land, shortly after the Krell Wars when Drachar’s shade was finally banished from the world. Perhaps they believed the threat was gone, but in leaving they took with them sorcery, the only effective means of defeating demons. Then came the Prophecy and only one thing is certain in the cryptic lines, Drachar’s shade will one day return. Against this backdrop three men seek what became of the Eldric. One man, Vastra, recklessly ambitious and driven by greed for power, harbours a secret and will kill to protect it. His companions, Kaplyn and Lars have their own reasons for helping, but who will succeed?

If you have having a bad day, or worse still a bad week then a fantasy book can come to the rescue - no other genre can offer the complete escapism that fantasy does. Legacy of the Eldric, the first book in The Prophecy of the Kings trilogy by David Burrows is a book that offers this escapism; within its pages is everything that a fantasy fan needs to allow them to let their imaginations soar free.

There are three main characters - Kaplyn, Lars and Vastra – and they are good, strong personalities. Kaplyn is noble; Lars is a rough diamond and Vastra provides the sinister element - the character you do not know if you can trust or not. David Burrows is a big fan of The Lord of the Rings and the friendship between Kaplyn and Lars can be seen as an affectionate tip of the hat to that of Frodo and Sam, both feature the same traits that so endeared the two hobbits to readers worldwide. The extract below shows Kaplyn’s second impressions of Lars shortly after he had saved him from certain death at the hands of bandits:

Legacy of the Eldric is written in the third person although an argument could be made that it could also have made an excellent first person narrative with the reader experiencing events through Kaplyn’s eyes. The settings were vibrant with two locations in particular standing out; the magical ruins of Tanel and the majestic forest realm of Gillfillan:

David Burrows’s interest in fantasy began with The Lord of the Rings. Inspired by the epic tale he put pen to paper, determined to create a story with bold characters and an intriguing plot. In Legacy of the Eldric he has certainly achieved his aim; the characters are memorable and the plot is fast-paced and exciting. It is an opening chapter in a series that I look forward to reading the mid and end parts to.

This is solid fantasy; exactly what a fantasy doctor would order for those looking for an enjoyable escape from reality… fans of Tolkien, Hobb and Moorcock will love what they find here. Definitely recommended.
http://www.fantasybookreview.co.uk/David-Burrows/Legacy-of-the-Eldric.html

David Burrows' Blog Page

2008-12-26T08:10:00.000-08:00

Welcome to my blog site. My website, see below, has sample chapters from each of the books in the trilogy and I've also enabled Read Inside for book 1 on Amazon.co.uk. Hopefully this will help you to decide if the books are for you.

I started writing the tale before my sons, Andrew and Stuart, were born. They are 15 and 14 now which shows how long it has taken to take the tale from the initial scene to a final version. The initial scene was a dark cavern, deep in the heart of a mountain. Two brothers are trapped and ghostly voices all around them are a prelude to the evil to follow. I had it in mind that one brother would betray the other. This scene eventually became the end of the first novel.

I enjoyed writing and it was almost like reading a book. I occasionally became stuck with the characters in a tight spot. Sometimes it took months for inspiration to strike but when it did, it was like turning the page of someone else's tale. I also struggled with names. I eventually used anograms of people's names that I knew. For example, a witch in book 2 became Ariome an anaogram of Moira, my mother in law. Boy was I in trouble.

I've listed reviews from everyone who has commented on my website. These are genuine. http://prophecyofthekings.com/

Good reading

David