Haven: The Story of Lightning

By Roger Alderman Jr.

On the magical island of Haven, Lightning the young and reckless unicorn struggles to define who he is before he can become the leader his people need him to be. Lightning must overcome a coup, led by the people his family had protected for a millennium. "Haven: The Story of Lightning" is a fast-paced story full of magic, conspiracy, fantasy, and exploration of the remains of a primeval world waits for the reader inside, enjoy.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Roger Alderman Jr.
• Release date: Dec 6, 2018
• ISBN: 9781790578573

Book preview

Dedication

SEPTEMBER, 2018;

I finish the last of the story you hold in your hands now. I must ensure proper respect is given to a very special person in my life. My father has always stood by me in each and every endeavor I choose to pursue.

This particular book was his brain child, but he claimed he did not have the ability to turn it into a book. I took up the challenge and gave words to his vision. The research he did to put the information together was astounding.

It took me a very long of time to pour over to find all the research to identify the necessary story points to unify that vision. In the end, I just hope he is happy with the result. To my father, Roger lee Alderman Sr.

~Roger L. Alderman Jr.

Unicorn Documentation

THERE ARE SEVERAL CULTURES that have recognized the unicorn different cultures have different name (because of language differences). They also have different depictions of the unicorn. But one thing is common among these is a single horn protruding from the center of the creature’s forehead, therefore the name unihorn (Single horn) which became unicorn. The Unicorn is even mentioned in (The King James Bible: mentioned (6) times in the Old Testament) below are the verses mentioning the fabled Unicorn.

Numbers 23:22

GOD BROUGHT THEM OUT of Egypt; he hath as it were the strength of a unicorn.

Numbers 24:8

GOD BROUGHT HIM FORTH out of Egypt; he hath as it were the strength of a unicorn: he shall eat up the nations his enemies, and shall break their bones, and pierce them through with his arrows.

Job 39:9

WILL THE UNICORN BE willing to serve thee, or abide by thy crib?

Job 39:10

CANST THOU BIND THE unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?

Psalms 29:6

HE MAKETH THEM ALSO to skip like a calf; Lebanon and Sirion like a young unicorn.

Psalms 92:10

BUT MY HORN SHALT THOU exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER ONE      PAGE 10

Chapter Two       Page 21

Chapter Three     Page 31

Chapter Four     Page 44

Chapter Five       Page 54

Chapter Six     Page 66

Chapter Seven  Page 77

Chapter Eight  Page 87

Chapter Nine  Page 98

Chapter Ten  Page 109

Chapter Eleven  Page 122

Chapter Twelve  Page 134

Chapter Thirteen  Page 145

Chapter Fourteen  Page 155

Chapter Fifteen  Page 168

About the Author

ROGER ALDERMAN has always been a story teller at

heart. His family lived in numerous cities up and

down the eastern seaboard of the United States of

America. He spent the better part of his teens and

twenties carefully crafting his storytelling style to

best share his unique vision. In his thirties he

finally decided to attend college seeking a

Master’s Degree in Fine Art to better learn the

discipline to advance his storytelling.

Now, in his forties, he has decided to start sharing

the countless tales stored in the deepest recesses

of his creative mind. At this point he has become a

filmmaker and writer. His stories can be found in

print and visual media. 

Roger L. Alderman Jr.

Acknowledgements:

VICTORIA ALDERMAN, I would like to thank my wife

Victoria for both her support and encouragement

in writing this book.

Roger L. Alderman Sr, my father for his trusting

me enough to create the story he wanted to write,

but never had the time. As he worked very hard to

support his families over the years.

Alexis W. Alderman, my daughter for her

encouragement and love. He energy and drive

have always been an inspiration to me.

Roger l. Alderman Jr, my son for whom I based

the character Lightning upon. My memories of

his growing up helped me to understand the mind

set of a child experiencing the world through open

accepting eyes.

Jeremy D. Alderman, my Brother for whom I

based the character Shadow upon. To understand

him best you must understand his dedication to

family and friends. He makes scarifies most would

never understand.

Helen P. Alderman, my mother for teaching me to

watch before acting, to plan rather than react, and

ultimately to love.

Disclaimer

THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION. Names, characters, 

businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents

are either the products of the author’s imagination

or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to

actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is

purely coincidental.

Haven: Chapter One

THE CLOUDS ARE ALWAYS so beautiful at this height, thought Scout to himself as he soared above the majestic island that rested far below. He spread his wings wide allowing the sunlight to bring its gentle warmth to each of his great feathers. Scout the Gold Eagle was the ruling councils trusted emissary and watchful eye over the islands many inhabitants.

Scout released a mighty call as he twisted into a downward arch. This allowed him to pick up a great deal of speed to better move across the island to check in on the animals. Scout burst from the concealment of the clouds racing towards the earth below.

Scout brought his wings out to pull out of the plummet to a level but hurried pace. He found himself accompanied by a gentle breeze. Today his observation would begin in the great meadow on the Island known as Haven. 

The cool breeze moves past the wide pasture lands full of countless varieties of colorful and fragrant flowers. Scout loved gazing down on the countless flowers of every color in the rainbow that filled the sprawling meadow in every color of the rainbow. After centuries of wild cross-pollination has resulted in many kinds of plants that do not exist in the world beyond the meadows boundaries.

Scout rode along the breeze as its arrival signals the animals of rain by this day’s end. The Animals raised their head high to take in the many discerning scents of the meadow, however, the most dominant odor beyond the fragrance of the flowers was the earthy scent of the coming rain. The coming rains are a welcomed addition to the ebb and flow of life here helping to renew the fields of the great bounty that feed the residents of the meadow.

Boundless herds of grazing wildlife of every breed, shape, and size have made its home in this vast meadow. The great herds of wildlife here travel together to help protect their friends and families from the dangers of the natural world. Each herd keeping a watchful eye out for the many predatory animals that hide among the tall savannah-like grass that cover the meadow they all share.

The animals that dwell here understanding that life and death are inseparable truths of existence. Only through the cycle of death and birth can nature maintain the proper balance. The animals here understand that too much of either would through the balance of which might lead to all life here being wiped out. 

Scout smiled that today showed no signs of death among the herds. He turned to make his approach to the Great Forest of Haven. The Forest was home to the Animal Council, to whom he owed his loyalty along with every animal of Haven. 

Scout watched as the breeze stirred the many breeds of bees pollinating the flowers of the ancient meadows. Just beyond the limits of the meadows, majestic ancient