The Penllyn Chronicles Series

Previously published as "The Penllyn Chronicles Collection" All Novellas and Novelettes now collected in this volume.   When a mysterious deity seeks protection for her vulnerable land, can a wise nobleman and skilled warriors meet the challenge? Wales, 7th Century.   Tempting Fae: Returning from another of Penda's wars, Afon and Mihangel draw the ire of a fae. Can Afon recover to achielve his dream of studying under Penllyn's master swordsman?   Penllyn: Young Lord Bleddyn longs to come up with a strategy to keep his realm out of war. And with Britain bereft of a champion, he's eager to secure a diplomatic bride to help him safeguard his people from imminent danger.    Penteulu: Younger brother Neirin vows to protect the royal family who adopted him and gave him shelter after his family was slaughtered. Determined not to let the same terrible fate befall his lord, he's trained his whole life to be the deadliest swordsman in all of Europe. Although he earned the title of Master, Neirin is still uneasy his meticulous training won't be enough to stop Fadog's treachery.   Cursed: Ruadh flees from his home clan, trying to outrun his treacherous shifter brothers as they compete for the Clan Leader's chair. But, an emisarry from the Celtic Goddess has plans for him. If she can survive long enough to convince him.   To Run at Night: Brother Mihangel, retired from war by taking a monk's vows, travels a bumpy road. His carriage in the merchant caravan is commanded by an infirm noble lady. The two priests who join them aren't the biggest challenge to his sanity, when brigands attack. How can he, the former warrior prevent their demise?    These stories are interspered with interludes that reveal the machinations of the goddess. Alarmed by whispers in the Otherworld, she realises that Britain is about to face it's greatest challenge. With Arthur dead for a century, she summons a new champion, as she begins to pull the key figures together for the battle that will determine Britain's soul.    This volume sets the stage for the rest of the Epic Dark Fantasy Series   Preludes: Book 1 of The Penllyn Chronicles contains these post-Arthurian Urban Fantasy prequel stories. If you like mythical figures, rollicking action, and unique twists to dark fantasy stories, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's legendary adventure.   Buy Preludes to begin a mystical journey today!

Previously published as "A Cup of Blood"    Arthur is dead, but a new evil is stirring. The chosen of an ancient Celtic goddess is not what one would expect.   Maria of Rome is searching for a new home in Dark Ages Britain. One where she can hide her secret. But when ruthless "Witch Hunters" get on her trail, the religious zealots won't rest until she's trapped. Little do they know the danger they face. Will she survive their grasp?   Nursed to health by an alluring druidess with a notable past of her own, Maria's strength increases, along with an unfamiliar desire for the beautiful caretaker. But with Witch Hunters still hot on her trail, roving shifters terrifying the countryside, and Welsh lords warring over their fractured nation, Maria has no choice but to act. As her short recovery time ends, her dangerous fight has only just begun…   After centuries of hiding in the shadows, can Maria stand in the light and battle to protect Britain?   Blood is the second book in a dark post-Arthurian Epic Dark Fantasy epic. If you like rich historical settings, a diverse cast of characters, and a dash of snarky humor, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's captivating series. Grab your copy today.   Note: The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been new covers, but the story is still the same. Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming 2024

Originally published as "A Soul of Steel".    Claws decimate Penllyn. Will Maria's skills with her sword be enough to save the people she loves?   Maria's secrets, her thirst for blood, and her blossoming power as a disciple of an ancient Celtic Goddess must stay hidden from the people of Penllyn, and especially from the Witch Hunters Guild. They'll stop at nothing to bring a blood witch like her to their twisted sense of justice. But, she may be the only weapon that Lord Penllyn can deploy against the deadly foe ripping his people apart in the silent night.   Maria's past and present collide when her skills as a true master of the sword are revealed. Her undead brother reaches out from the past with a gift, a soul of steel for her to rediscover her love of the dance. Her thirst rises, not just for the dance with the blade, but also for the man who bridges both Maria and her brother: Lord Emlyn. He raises her passions both on the weapons field and off. Only her undead speed and strength allow her to keep up with Penllyn's swordmaster. Will their blades, and Gwen's magic be enough to stop whatever beast is destroying Penllyn's people while hiding Maria's nature from the Witch Hunters?   Soul is the third book in the Epic Dark Fantasy series. If you like rich historical settings, a diverse cast of characters, and a dash of snarky humor, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's captivating series.   Buy Soul to continue the epic fantasy series!! This series includes: Note: The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been rebranded with new covers and titles, but the story is still the same. Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming 2024

Previously published as "A Blink of an Eye"   Their Enemy is out for the destruction of Penllyn and all of Britain! A shifter on the loose threatens the people of Penllyn, and now undead stir. Can Maria protect her new home from both? Maria, the new champion of Dark Ages Britain has only two men who are her equal with swords. One mortal in Penllyn, and the other across the sea, undead. When her old enemies resurface, Maria's new world gets turned upside down. Her impetuous nature comes dangerously close to revealing her nature to those I want to never meet again. And that murderous creature, the beast who slaughters the people of Penllyn for pleasure, is still out there. Still lurking... Lord Penllyn's worries begin to coalesce around an impending invasion, by an army of the dead. Who is capable of such a feat? Is it even possible? Warned by the goddess to prepare for a "great sacrifice," Maria worries that her skills with the blades won't be enough. Blink is book four in the exciting epic dark fantasy series set in Dark Ages Britain. Purchase your copy today to continue this exciting and dark fantasy based in Britain, a century after Arthur's death.   Note: The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been new covers, but the story is still the same. Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming 2024  

Originally published as "A Whisper of Darkness".    A new evil and old enemies shake Mair's world, and threaten the peace of Mercia and Penllyn.   Courtly politics and friendly alliances pull Mair into Mercia. She quickly finds herself in the middle of a new storm of death and destruction. The worst threat may be Mercian intrigue which could reveal her secrets if she's not forced into that herself.    Enemies of old, the Witch Hunters still haunt Mair's steps. She has to hide her nature from all around while protecting the land and the people she loves. Darkness dogs her every step and haunts Penda's royal halls.    The disciples of Britannia's Goddess learn that this is only the beginning of a new challenge. Darkness whispers from the grave and threatens not only their friends but all of Britain. The goddess has chosen her champions. Can they survive, keep their secrets, and unravel the Whispers of Darkness that will shake the foundations of Britain again?    Whisper is the fifth instalment in the Epic Dark Fantasy set in Britain's dark ages. If you like rich historical settings, a diverse cast of characters, and a dash of snarky humor, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's captivating series. Grab your copy today. Grab your copy today to continue the adventure.   This series includes:   The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been rebranded with new covers and titles, but the story is still the same.   Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming 2024

Originally published as "A Coil of Shadows".    The enemies of the Goddess still haunt Britain... Undead enemies – the kind Maria doesn't want to face, but only her unique skills are capable of matching – still, haunt Britain. Barrow after barrow lay open from their intrusion. What are they searching for? What are they? Why are they in Britain? Maria, Gwen, and Seren begin a journey for answers. A journey among the paths of the dead. Figures from their past emerge, with even more questions. Shadows of the past begin to coil around the trio. The enemy of the goddess is moving toward an endgame, but can the trio decipher what it is? Will they survive, keep their secrets, and unravel the Whispers of Darkness that will shake the foundations of Britain again? They uncover shadows best left hidden as the Penllyn saga takes another step toward its endgame. Shadows is the sixth book in an Epic Dark Fantasy adventure. If you like rich historical settings, a diverse cast of characters, and a dash of snarky humor, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's captivating series. Grab your copy today.   This series includes: The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been rebranded with new covers and titles, but the story is still the same. Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming winter 2024

Originally published as "A Dance of Chaos".    A trove of silver blades, and a Royal summons   Penllyn's captured silver blades make Maria more than nervous. Silver blades hurt her too. They are one of the few weapons that can kill her. And she's the chosen champion of Britannia, the one who wields Arthur's sword. Only magic or silver can stop their enemies, or stop Maria. And Penllyn is casting a trove of silver weapons.    Big changes are in store for both Penllyn and Meirionnydd. Changes that attract the attention of enemies long forgotten. Maria is one of the few who have both the skills, the magic to protect their people. She's the only one with undead speed and strength needed to protect her friends. The new threats stretch even her unique abilities.   If they can recast those blades and arm the fighters in time to protect their people… When word arrives that royalty requests Gwen, Seren and Maria to attend an audience, what news will shift their plans? What could be so dire to involve the Fae Queen herself?   Chaos is the seventh book in this Epic Dark Fantasy series. If you like rich historical settings, a diverse cast of characters, and a dash of snarky humour, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's captivating series.   This series includes: The author has combined the Cup of Blood and the Penllyn Chronicles series into one series. The books have been rebranded with new covers and titles, but the story is still the same.   Books in the series are: Preludes Blood Soul Blink Whisper Shadows Chaos Sovereign * Coming 2024