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For years now the Kingdom of Barassa and the Kingdom of Hiland, have been at odds. Two years ago they engaged in a war, which Barassa lost. While Barassa still stands and is still too big a nut to crack for the Hiland army, the northern kingdoms see the weakened Barassa as a target ripe for the picking. Sent to keep any eye on the invading armies, William has a front row seat to the drama playing out across the river as Barassa finally finds itself on the defensive, facing an army that may very well be able to finally tear down its massive walls. Faced with what may be the end of their state religion, the priests of Tantrus panic and perform a final act of desperation, unleashing a horror unknown to the world. But one William finds eerily familiar. Suddenly the concern of every god and every kingdom in the world is the destruction of this new monster, before it destroys them all. Immune to the weapons of this world, William must join with the Champions of friend and foe alike in a race to defeat the monster before it can destroy his adopted home.
249 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 12, 2016
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About the author
John Van Stry
48 books364 followersI've had a very varied life. I grew up in New York, on Long Island.
I went to school to become an Engineer, then joined the Air Force.
After that I worked first in Robotics, then in Aerospace as a Flight Test Engineer. I moved into the medical fields, then into more Technical markets working for a number of high tech companies where I became a Contractor.
I used to own and raise big cats. I love motorcycles and old cars. I'm a pilot and former martial arts instructor. I'm a fan of the Reno Air Races.
Then there's the stuff I'm not supposed to talk about, but that's another story.
I've seen a lot of interesting stuff go by, met a lot of interesting, wonderful, strange, or sometimes just psychotic people. I've had the opportunity to work on some truly game changing technologies. And while I've had some very bad things happen to me in my life, I've never let it stop me.
Keep smiling.
-John
I went to school to become an Engineer, then joined the Air Force.
After that I worked first in Robotics, then in Aerospace as a Flight Test Engineer. I moved into the medical fields, then into more Technical markets working for a number of high tech companies where I became a Contractor.
I used to own and raise big cats. I love motorcycles and old cars. I'm a pilot and former martial arts instructor. I'm a fan of the Reno Air Races.
Then there's the stuff I'm not supposed to talk about, but that's another story.
I've seen a lot of interesting stuff go by, met a lot of interesting, wonderful, strange, or sometimes just psychotic people. I've had the opportunity to work on some truly game changing technologies. And while I've had some very bad things happen to me in my life, I've never let it stop me.
Keep smiling.
-John
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August 7, 2024
In the end it was better than the sum of its parts
I love this series. In the end I liked this book too, but there was a fair bit of frustration before I got to the end of this book.
Jan Stryvant / John Van Stry is one of my favorite authors for many reasons. One of those many reasons is that his characters rarely make stupid choices. In this book they do made extreme uninformed choices based on no evidence that later (magically and oh so conveniently) turn out to have been just right to advance the plot. That is some lazy ass sloppy writing and I do expect better from this author. So glossing over that the main villain in this book is GOJIRA (Japanese for Godzilla) by name and that the author even manages to work in Ultraman, this is one of John Van Stry's worst books from an internal logic / Character behaving intelligently point of view.
Never the less when I got done groaning and shaking the book shouting "WHY are you doing this?!?!" I did enjoy the book. I'm glad I read it, I'm glad it's in the series, and when I inevitably re-read this whole thing like I have with the valens legacy I will not skip this book.
EDIT: I've reread this book and I like it better the second time.
EDIT #2: Third reading and I didn't even notice what bugged me the first time.
I love this series. In the end I liked this book too, but there was a fair bit of frustration before I got to the end of this book.
Jan Stryvant / John Van Stry is one of my favorite authors for many reasons. One of those many reasons is that his characters rarely make stupid choices. In this book they do made extreme uninformed choices based on no evidence that later (magically and oh so conveniently) turn out to have been just right to advance the plot. That is some lazy ass sloppy writing and I do expect better from this author. So glossing over that the main villain in this book is GOJIRA (Japanese for Godzilla) by name and that the author even manages to work in Ultraman, this is one of John Van Stry's worst books from an internal logic / Character behaving intelligently point of view.
Never the less when I got done groaning and shaking the book shouting "WHY are you doing this?!?!" I did enjoy the book. I'm glad I read it, I'm glad it's in the series, and when I inevitably re-read this whole thing like I have with the valens legacy I will not skip this book.
EDIT: I've reread this book and I like it better the second time.
EDIT #2: Third reading and I didn't even notice what bugged me the first time.
June 2, 2021
Rating 4.5 stars
Re-Read August 2019. Initial review below.
This is getting back to what I want to read. If you liked book 2, you will definitely like this book. While the particulars where different, this story followed the same progression as that story. Will loses someone close to him an we see how much that affects him.
Re-Read August 2019. Initial review below.
This is getting back to what I want to read. If you liked book 2, you will definitely like this book. While the particulars where different, this story followed the same progression as that story. Will loses someone close to him an we see how much that affects him.
May 20, 2016
Another great portals book
This is the sixth book in the portals of infinity series (for some reason this one doesn't have the number in the title)
This time Will is on another multi-champion sphere-hopping quest, to kill Godzilla. Plenty of excitement and some more snippets of foreign spheres, these ones largely Japanese in theme.
There are some editing problems, but not enough to detract from the enjoyment of the book. I do wish the author would stop calling everything "rather big" and "rather far" and "rather pretty." Just say things are good or tall or string or whatever descriptor, the rather doesn't add anything to the sentence and gets distracting when you have entire paragraphs where every sentence has at least one "rather" in it.
This is the sixth book in the portals of infinity series (for some reason this one doesn't have the number in the title)
This time Will is on another multi-champion sphere-hopping quest, to kill Godzilla. Plenty of excitement and some more snippets of foreign spheres, these ones largely Japanese in theme.
There are some editing problems, but not enough to detract from the enjoyment of the book. I do wish the author would stop calling everything "rather big" and "rather far" and "rather pretty." Just say things are good or tall or string or whatever descriptor, the rather doesn't add anything to the sentence and gets distracting when you have entire paragraphs where every sentence has at least one "rather" in it.
December 29, 2017
Awesome story
THIS WAS AN AMAZING STORY THAT KEPT ME HOOKED FROM THE FIRST BOOK OF THIS SERIES. A TRULY GREAT AUTHOR
THIS WAS AN AMAZING STORY THAT KEPT ME HOOKED FROM THE FIRST BOOK OF THIS SERIES. A TRULY GREAT AUTHOR
December 8, 2021
Nice continuation of the series, but I can see why some people didn't enjoy it, really I totally agree with them.
Edit: The great betrayer reasons for turning agains thte main group plans was as stupid and backwards as you can expect from a kids tv programs villains, the fact that he from a low tech world, with no background knowladge of the sphere or connections managed to outsmart the group is disconcerning (I think the author could have put a little better though in that instance), not to mention how it was prett obvious what he was there for but it seems the rest of the group (except from MC) were blind to it, I have to doubt if his God wasn't influencing them at some point.
Edit: The great betrayer reasons for turning agains thte main group plans was as stupid and backwards as you can expect from a kids tv programs villains, the fact that he from a low tech world, with no background knowladge of the sphere or connections managed to outsmart the group is disconcerning (I think the author could have put a little better though in that instance), not to mention how it was prett obvious what he was there for but it seems the rest of the group (except from MC) were blind to it, I have to doubt if his God wasn't influencing them at some point.
February 12, 2018
Wow
I have read the portals of infinity book series back too back only sleeping and eating for a few days i love the characters i enjoy the plot and find th inside jokes great. I wish that anyone who enjoys reading should jump on board quickly for i have enjoyed this and other works by this author immensely.thanks for doing justice to my imagination for its one of my few jobs that I can indulge in
I have read the portals of infinity book series back too back only sleeping and eating for a few days i love the characters i enjoy the plot and find th inside jokes great. I wish that anyone who enjoys reading should jump on board quickly for i have enjoyed this and other works by this author immensely.thanks for doing justice to my imagination for its one of my few jobs that I can indulge in
February 15, 2019
An Update on Godzilla
When William's people are attacked by Godzilla, he an a group of other champions must go looking for the Oxygen Destroyer which the original movie used to kill Godzilla. Matthew Broderic and the Air Force jets will not do in William's world of Saladin. We end up learning a lot about the creator of the Godzilla movies and his travels. It's a very entertaining book. The author even includes a self-aware AI in a cameo appearance.
When William's people are attacked by Godzilla, he an a group of other champions must go looking for the Oxygen Destroyer which the original movie used to kill Godzilla. Matthew Broderic and the Air Force jets will not do in William's world of Saladin. We end up learning a lot about the creator of the Godzilla movies and his travels. It's a very entertaining book. The author even includes a self-aware AI in a cameo appearance.
May 17, 2020
Another great installment in the series!
As always a great tale of our friendly neighborhood Champion. Can’t wait to get my paws on the next book in the series!
Loved the world themes and portal traveling!
Recommended to more mature audiences, probably late teens should be fine?
I was a bit skeptical about the series but quickly warmed up to it, its something “else” outside the norm of sci-fy fantasy.
As always a great tale of our friendly neighborhood Champion. Can’t wait to get my paws on the next book in the series!
Loved the world themes and portal traveling!
Recommended to more mature audiences, probably late teens should be fine?
I was a bit skeptical about the series but quickly warmed up to it, its something “else” outside the norm of sci-fy fantasy.
June 17, 2021
Another gripping, action packed adventure!
Have been thoroughly immersed in the series from the beginning.
The depth and interplay with the main characters as they face epic trials and overcome them both physically, mentally and also emotionally makes for a well rounded tale of epic proportions.
Have been thoroughly immersed in the series from the beginning.
The depth and interplay with the main characters as they face epic trials and overcome them both physically, mentally and also emotionally makes for a well rounded tale of epic proportions.
January 15, 2022
Excellent story in an excellent series
I love his ability to blend different cultures and species into a cohesive and exciting story. William, his hero is a man of principles yet he doesn't hesitate to do what needs to be done to protect his people and god. Interesting the way they move through different degrees of civilization. Very enjoyable read, on to the next.
I love his ability to blend different cultures and species into a cohesive and exciting story. William, his hero is a man of principles yet he doesn't hesitate to do what needs to be done to protect his people and god. Interesting the way they move through different degrees of civilization. Very enjoyable read, on to the next.
July 5, 2022
Still going strong
William continues his portal hopping adventures to defeat Godzilla, overcome treachery, and put a hurtin on those who oppose Fel and Rachael. Gotta love a story that is consistently entertaining, with twists and turns, treachery and firefights and of course the hero gets the girls, all of em! 7 books in and still going strong. Wow!
William continues his portal hopping adventures to defeat Godzilla, overcome treachery, and put a hurtin on those who oppose Fel and Rachael. Gotta love a story that is consistently entertaining, with twists and turns, treachery and firefights and of course the hero gets the girls, all of em! 7 books in and still going strong. Wow!
January 28, 2018
Another novella
Started on page 6 and ended on page 246.
So out of seven so called books, only one of them had a high enough page count for me to call it a book.
Kindle unlimited only!
Started on page 6 and ended on page 246.
So out of seven so called books, only one of them had a high enough page count for me to call it a book.
Kindle unlimited only!
February 28, 2018
Excellent and Enjoyable Series!
An excellent and quite enjoyable series! Very satisfactory! Will definitely be on my re-read shelf. Very enjoyable characters and plot development. Enjoyed the imaginative twists and tweaks.
An excellent and quite enjoyable series! Very satisfactory! Will definitely be on my re-read shelf. Very enjoyable characters and plot development. Enjoyed the imaginative twists and tweaks.
May 6, 2018
Will and several God's champions are on a quest to find a weapon to deal with the legendary Japanese monster that is destroying their worlds. Pretty interesting story and Will and his companions are busy kicking butt and taking names across several worlds.
May 14, 2018
Another excellent story
Another adventure with Will and the other champions. Will travels the infinity looking for a weapon to defeat Godzilla. One again the gods play politics and put their interests above protecting their people.
Another adventure with Will and the other champions. Will travels the infinity looking for a weapon to defeat Godzilla. One again the gods play politics and put their interests above protecting their people.
August 16, 2020
Loved it
This book by far is the best I've read out the series, the intrigue alone was enough to keep me on the edge of my seat, add everything else and it was absolutely fantastic.
This book by far is the best I've read out the series, the intrigue alone was enough to keep me on the edge of my seat, add everything else and it was absolutely fantastic.
August 28, 2020
Only in a dream could God$8@& show up in a book
I loved it, the last ditch effort to save yourself turns into an apocalyptic event that makes a group of champions save the world. Once again a lot of straight forward story telling with all the need and none of the fluff!
I loved it, the last ditch effort to save yourself turns into an apocalyptic event that makes a group of champions save the world. Once again a lot of straight forward story telling with all the need and none of the fluff!
February 6, 2023
still fun
An interesting way to work kaiju into the story. It was a little annoying that the betrayal was so obvious.
I’ve already purchased the next book. This is just fun to read.
An interesting way to work kaiju into the story. It was a little annoying that the betrayal was so obvious.
I’ve already purchased the next book. This is just fun to read.
December 28, 2024
The series just gets better and better! Fantastic characters, awesome stories, and overall just amazing books! If you've read other books in the series then you already know what you're in for. It really does seem like each book gets better then the last! Off to read the next one now. Five stars!
March 23, 2018
Haha! They have to combat Godzilla! Now that is awesome. What about Mothra though?
September 27, 2018
Love it. You can clearly tell that the author has a genuine love of the Kaiju genre.
January 8, 2019
superb
February 17, 2019
Great series
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this series so far. Will try out his other books shortly. Plots are good. Characters are rounded. World is interesting
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this series so far. Will try out his other books shortly. Plots are good. Characters are rounded. World is interesting
April 8, 2019
Another great book
Another great book. Great blend of fiction, fantasy and tech. I thought I would get bored after so many books, but they are all fresh. Love it.
Another great book. Great blend of fiction, fantasy and tech. I thought I would get bored after so many books, but they are all fresh. Love it.
August 9, 2019
Good Read.
The continuing story is kept fresh and enjoyable with the action and different worlds where some of the plot happens. Enjoying the series.
The continuing story is kept fresh and enjoyable with the action and different worlds where some of the plot happens. Enjoying the series.
August 4, 2020
Good read, an outstanding follow up to a very interesting series.
August 11, 2020
Go go Godzilla
Another fun trip through all the infinite worlds. We get to learn all about why you shouldn’t mess with Godzilla unless you have a god on your side.
Another fun trip through all the infinite worlds. We get to learn all about why you shouldn’t mess with Godzilla unless you have a god on your side.
January 2, 2023
A repeat of book one.
Enough details are changed for it to be a new book, but the character dynamics are just a repeat which makes the plot rather predictable.
Enough details are changed for it to be a new book, but the character dynamics are just a repeat which makes the plot rather predictable.
January 30, 2023
Portals of Infinity : Kaiju
This was a fun read. The plot and action was fast paced. I look forward to reading the book in the series.
This was a fun read. The plot and action was fast paced. I look forward to reading the book in the series.
December 22, 2023
Good book
Damn I don't know what to say but that was hell of a book . That was one hell of a stand I look forward to reading the next 😀
Damn I don't know what to say but that was hell of a book . That was one hell of a stand I look forward to reading the next 😀
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