The Stone Cycle Series

A talisman that unmasks thoughts, desires, deepest secrets. The fate of kingdoms depends on mastering its power and protecting it...     The untroubled world of young Thomas Stablehand is changed forever when he stumbles upon an unusual stone. With the thoughts and intents of others laid bare to him, he eagerly indulges his curiosity. But seeing into other minds isn't like Thomas expected. And troubles are only beginning. Invaders attack the kingdom of Arvenon, and Thomas has nowhere to turn except to his friend Will Prentis, a gifted and ambitious leader who has risen rapidly in the ranks of the king's army.   Will is fearless, and where he leads men follow. With the kingdom on the brink, Will leads a small band on a perilous quest to thwart the invaders. Fearing his secret will be exposed, and hoping to help prevent catastrophe, Thomas flees with them.   But dangerous enemies seek the stone for their own ends. As Will faces a relentless opponent whose true purpose remains hidden, Thomas must decide what price he's willing to pay to protect the stone and preserve the kingdom.   If you enjoy epic fantasy with gripping action, relatable characters, and clean romance in a sweeping coming of age saga, then try the novels of The Stone Cycle now! Note: The Stone of Knowing is Book 1 of The Stone Cycle, a multi-part saga. The first part of the ongoing tale concludes in Book 2, The Cost of Knowing.   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (Book Four). The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

The ripples begin to make waves   Thomas Stablehand's life is not the only thing spinning out of control since he found the stone. Entire kingdoms are now in turmoil.   Will Prentis, newly appointed as army commander, must outmaneuver a growing array of enemies as he prepares for an unequal showdown with Arvenon's invaders. Thomas, hunted unceasingly, must sacrifice all to safeguard the stone.   The fate of kingdoms soon hinges on them as they confront a ruthless invader hiding a darker purpose.   The odds are hopeless. And for three kingdoms, the stakes are higher than anyone knows.   The Cost of Knowing continues the saga of The Stone Cycle, concluding the story begun in book one, The Stone of Knowing. Further background to the climax is also revealed in an included bonus novelette, The Gamble.   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (Book Four). The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

Eyes see only a glimpse   Sheylha is a seer—a woman with unique and extraordinary abilities. Powerful men want to control her, to use her to dominate others.   Kalvor is a warrior of unusual tenacity, a hunter who never gives up. Driven by his past, he has become a dangerous enemy.   When Kalvor is sent to find and capture the seer, each of them will be tested in ways they could never have imagined.   In time the outcome will determine the fate of kingdoms.   The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in The Stone Cycle series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (The Stone Cycle Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (The Stone Cycle Book 4).   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

The invasion is over, and the survivors of the shattered Rogandan army have straggled home. The people of Arvenon and the surrounding kingdoms are at peace. Or so they believe.   Little do they know that a new stone of power has emerged, controlled by a cruel tyrant bent on destruction. But King Agon of Rogand lusts after much more than conquest. He will settle for nothing less than unending power.   No armies are massing at the border. The kingdoms face a threat from within.   As chaos spreads, Will, Steffan, Essanda, and Arvenon's other key defenders are each confronted with crisis. If any one of them stumbles, the kingdom will fall.   Note: The Stone of Authority (The Stone Cycle Book 3) is a complete story within a multi-part saga.   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (Book Four). The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

Arvenon is controlled by a traitor. The kingdom of Castel teeters on the brink. With the unseen hand of King Agon of Rogand pulling the strings, a mantle of oppression is slowly settling over the four kingdoms. Now recovered from the assassination attempt, King Steffan of Arvenon sets out to wrest back control of his kingdom, vigorously supported by Will, Rufe, Thomas, and their allies. Unlikely influences might ultimately tip the balance. In a desperate attempt to block Agon, Will and Thomas set out for Rogand. What each of them encounters there will shake them to the core. The fate of four kingdoms will hinge upon the Stone of Authority. Note: The Struggle for Authority (The Stone Cycle Book 4) is a complete story within a multi-part saga.   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six) Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (Book Four). The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

When the abduction of an imperial princess sparks a tense standoff between Rogand and the distant Empire of Ahr, the dispute threatens to engulf Arvenon and its allies.   Hurrying to the Rogandan capital with an Arvenian delegation, Will joins the kings of Rogand, Castel, and Varas to plan a response. The upheavals that overtake them quickly thrust all else aside.   While the Grand Vizier of Ahr ruthlessly pursues his secretive agenda, mystery and suspicion swirl around the long-lived High Priest of the Rogandan Dark Gods. No one is prepared for the emergence of the Stone of Vitality.   Note: The Stone of Vitality is Book 5 of The Stone Cycle, a multi-part saga. The story will continue and conclude in Book 6, The Hope of Vitality.   The Stone Cycle reading order: The Stone of Knowing (Book One) The Cost of Knowing (Book Two) The Stone of Authority (Book Three) The Struggle for Authority (Book Four) The Stone of Vitality (Book Five) The Hope of Vitality (Book Six)   Additional reading for The Stone Cycle: The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. NOTE: it is recommended to be read after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2) and before The Struggle for Authority (Book Four). The Rending: A Prequel to The Cost of Knowing is a complete story of novelette length that can be read independently of other books in the series. The recommended reading order is after The Cost of Knowing (Book 2). Subscribe to my mailing list at my website for a free copy of the ebook. Print and audiobook editions are available from a wide range of online stores.

Desperate to free the royal hostages, Will Prentis and King Krasmir of Rogand face off against the scheming Grand Vizier of Ahr. As the specter of war looms ever larger, only the Emperor of Ahr has the power to avert catastrophe.   With the Grand Vizier remaining a step ahead of his enemies, a mysterious captive might hold the key to exposing his objectives.   Everything will depend on three remarkable talismans, and the courage of those bearing them into deadly peril.   Note: The Hope of Vitality is Book 6 of The Stone Cycle, a multi-part saga that ends with this final installment.