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Mage's Burden: Fire of the Jidaan Trilogy, #1
Mage's Burden: Fire of the Jidaan Trilogy, #1
Mage's Burden: Fire of the Jidaan Trilogy, #1
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Mage's Burden: Fire of the Jidaan Trilogy, #1

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Fans of Both Epic Fantasy and Superheroes Agree: it's LOTR meets The Avengers!

Evil Arises
For over two thousand years, the Realm of Talwynn has known peace. But now, an unfathomable evil has broken free. Mordak has risen, and the time for battle has come once more.

An Ancient Legacy Awakes
Brunar, a noble Mage, turns to the magick of the Jidaan for aid. The Jidaan, six powerful and ancient weapons, were once wielded by trained Guardians. They had been fierce warriors, highly skilled in using the magickal powers of the Jidaan. Now, those Guardians are long dead, and the Jidaan lay silent.

Guardians Assemble
Even as Brunar searches for the newly chosen Guardians, Mordak unleashes his army of hideous creatures and undead soldiers across the land, drenching it in blood. Brunar works feverishly to train his new Guardians in time, but not all those Chosen accept their destiny. 

Bloodthirsty Creatures vs Courageous Heroes! 
As war erupts, Talwynn's bravest men, women, and the elf-like Weya answer the call to arms. Brunar leads the struggle against Mordak's bloodthirsty horde of abominations. The untested Guardians must rise to the challenge, or else watch Talwynn burn...

Packed full of action & adventure, Mage's Burden is perfect for fans of Dennis L. McKiernan's Mithgar series, Simon R. Green's Forest Kingdom tales, or Raymond Feist's Riftwar Saga.
 

Interview with the Author

Q - So, what makes the Fire of the Jidaan series special?

A – This epic fantasy series came about because years ago, I read two books from a series that was new to me…and I hated them! I wanted a certain kind of sword and sorcery tale that had noble heroes, evil villains, and lots of action and adventure! Frustrated, I figured it was time I wrote the story I wanted to read.

A lifelong martial artist (I now own and run a martial arts school), I also wanted to add a certain 'kung fu flavor' to the tale. I integrated martial arts concepts into the story. I've always loved long-bladed Chinese weapons, & they inspired the magickal spears that are central to the plot. I actually had one made!

The Fire of the Jidaan is a solid fantasy tale set in an exciting and astonishing world of blades, magick, and monsters!

Q – Will there be more books set in the same world?

A – Yes! A duology will be published in the Summer of 2018. Familiar characters will return, along with new ones you'll love…or love to hate! It's set about 20 years after the events of the trilogy.

Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?

A – Let's let the readers answer that!

"True to the fantasy genre in all respects Mage's Burden is a must read. Move over Game of Thrones, there's a new story in town. Great characters, descriptive narrative, and a villain we can loathe."

"All in all it is storytelling done right and I can't wait to read the next installment."

" Whit's martial arts background gives life to the fight scenes and to the characters learning their way around the different weapons."

Readers who enjoy epic fantasy with mages, monsters, swords, sorcery, and heroes battling against all odds will definitely enjoy this series! 

- Epic Fantasy

- Sword & Sorcery Fantasy

- Action & Adventure

- Myths & Legends

- Dragons & Mythical Creatures

- Superheroes

LanguageEnglish
Release dateJun 7, 2014
ISBN9781500237714
Mage's Burden: Fire of the Jidaan Trilogy, #1

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    From the first page the action grabs you as the return of Mordock threatens to end the lives of the people of the world.The old Mage is first woken, much earlier then needed, and told to go in search for the new Guardians. The threat of Mordock is imminent.All but one of the chosen agree to training for this honor and begin so. Unfortunately, Mordock has received powers much quicker then the two years from his first encounter with the Mage.I enjoyed how Whit McClendon brought his characters to life, and the situation in the realm of magick seemed so real.I hightly recommend "Mage's Burden" by Whit McClendon to anyone who enjoys a good story with lots of action.I can't wait for the next book in the series!

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