Devil Child

Warpmancer #7

by Nicholas Woode-Smith

This is previous cover/title edition for Outcast of Empire, ASIN B072F61WVW

It is not me, but the world that is mad.

Town of Lien. Planet Xerl. Fringe Worlds. Imperial Space.

The Imperial Council has ruled much of the galaxy for millennia, maintaining power through a persuasive and draconian faith. Those who do not serve the empire and its unwavering doctrine, are punished.

Re’lien, the Devil Child, is one of these so-called heretics. She is cursed by her people and tortured, but is denied death. Punished for heresy that she did not commit, Re’lien has become accustomed to her lot – until she is met by a stranger that shows her kindness.

The Devil Child is sick of being a scapegoat and sick of being beaten. She wants to be free of her oppression. But more importantly, she wants vengeance.

137 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 2, 2017

About the author

Nicholas Woode-Smith is a fantasy and science fiction author from Cape Town, South Africa. He has been writing since the age of twelve, writing short stories, novels, and RPG campaigns. In 2013, he published his first book, Fall of Zona Nox. Five years later, he published it again after greatly improving his skills.

Since then, he’s written dozens of books in the urban fantasy and sci-fi genre. Notably, the best-selling urban fantasy series, Kat Drummond.

Nicholas has a degree majoring in economic history and philosophy, and minors in political science, international relations, and English literature from the University of Cape Town. He has been involved in politics, civic activism, and political analysis since 2014.

Reviews

[James Macey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Fall of Zona Nox and am interested to see how Re'lien, the main character of Devil Child, will fit into the wider series. A very creative sci-fi world from an alien perspective. I'm looking forward to the sequel.

[Regina Baker Stidams]

good detailed story , in spots I wish there were even more details. I also wish the story was longer or maybe it will be in a series .

[Anne Murphy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book. The story line was easy to follow and the Characters worked well together. You were pulled into the story from the beginning,your emotions varied throughout the book. I hope to read more adventures of Re’lien, the devil child.

[Aviar Savijon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outcast

A great story to have read for me. I Loved it. It is a must read that is for sure.

[Frank Geimer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another excellent story in the Warpmancer universe. It is shorter than its siblings, but just as good. It is full of action and intrigue, violence and fear. It has brought another character to life as two were ended. Grab the series and find out which was which. I recommend this novel and series to any Space Opera fan.

[James Haydon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyable story. A great introduction to the Warmancer Universe, looking forward to reading more!

[Jennifer Holzapfel · Rating 2 out of 5]

I normally do not read science fiction, but the title grabbed my eye. It should have been made a novel and given more detail and would have been more enjoyable. The story takes place on a growing planet, one that grows food for other planets. The planet is overseen by a god that ensures the food will grow, but everything done is just to make him look better to the gods ruling other planets. The devil child is Re, who is set out in the square to be beaten 8 hours a day, which is how long their is daylight. She is the daughter of the man who runs the planet for the god. She is beaten because her sister was evil, causing all the crops to wither and die. The god said her sister was to die and Re was to be punished for the rest of her life, but not allowed to be killed.