TruthSeer

Truthseer Archives #3

by Mike Shelton

What if you could tell when someone was lying? What if every lie brought you physical pain?

The TruthStone has been a heavy weight for Shaeleen to bear, but she must continue to gather all the stones of power and restore them to their original glory - how, she is not quite sure.

While gathering the first three, she discovered that the evil Shadow Keepers are behind the turmoil in Wayland. And the weight of her mission becomes almost unbearable. At the moment of decision will she find it easier to succumb to the seductive lure of the shadow and become all powerful?

Find out what truths survive in the end in the conclusion to The TruthSeer Archives.

Genres: Fantasy

353 pages, Paperback

Published April 27, 2018

About the author

Mike was born in California and has lived in multiple states from the west coast to the east coast. He cannot remember a time when he wasn't reading a book. At school, home, on vacation, at work at lunch time, and yes even a few pages in the car (at times when he just couldn't put that great book down). Though he has read all sorts of genres he has always been drawn to fantasy. It is his way of escaping to a simpler time filled with magic, wonders and heroics of young men and women.

Other than reading, Mike has always enjoyed the outdoors. From the beaches in Southern California to the warm waters of North Carolina. From the waterfalls in the Northwest to the Rocky Mountains in Utah. Mike has appreciated the beauty that God provides for us. He also enjoys hiking, discovering nature, playing a little basketball or volleyball, and most recently disc golf. He has a lovely wife who has always supported him, and three beautiful children who have been the center of his life.

Mike began writing stories in elementary school and moved on to larger novels in his early adult years. He has worked in corporate finance for most of his career. That, along with spending time with his wonderful family and obligations at church has made it difficult to find the time to truly dedicate to writing. In the last few years as his children have become older he has returned to doing what he truly enjoys - writing!

Reviews

[Denae Christine]

Really liked the first one. Really disliked the rest of the trilogy. As in, this third book made me question whether I even liked reading anymore. Yes. It was that bad.

Here's my review of the trilogy.

[Carla]

The TruthSeer is the amazing finish to this three book series. In this series, Shaeleen has the power to not only know when people are telling the truth (although this power comes in a painful form as when someone tells a lie she feels pain throughout her body) but she has also been charged with gathering all of the stone of power and join them together all in order to stop the evil that is spreading throughout her land. No small feat for such a young girl right? Along the way her brother joins her as her protector and they met royalty and normal youth with incredible powers to help them accomplish their ultimate goal of vanquishing the shadow.

Mike packs a whole lot of action into this one book! Not only does Shaeleen have to gather the last stone but she also has to return and battle the Shadow Keepers in order to save the world. He builds the book up in an exciting adventure that makes you never want to put the book down until the last page. Nothing is quite as it seems or simple for Shaeleen. Despite this, she approaches all challenges with grace, maturity and a little bit of humour (sweets anyone?).

I loved how this book came together and combined all the individuals she has met in the first two books to show how they were interconnected and how all the powers are needed to conquer the Shadow Keepers. While the story is about Shaeleen, we also learn that she can not win all alone - instead she needs the support, guidance and strength of her friends in order to survive.

This is a fantastic book from start to finish - a great read for young adults and adults alike! It is well written and so exciting that you will not want to put it down.

[BobA707]

Summary: Yes, enjoyed this book and completion of the series, the characters are a bit lightweight but endearing, the story moves along at a good pace, the premise is interesting and is the main theme holding everything together. Light weight but recommended. Book 3 similar, pace is faster, enjoyable read, just scrapes the 4 stars

Plotline: Coming of age centered on the premise, getting darker

Premise: Not sure it really works, but different.

Writing: light well paced

Ending: Series completion, good finish

Pace: Never a dull moment!

[Patti]

Overall rating: 5 (advance copy)

When you are searching for that all around epic fantasy, this series is truly a standout. The characters grab your attention quickly and you easily get swept away on this journey. A brilliant storyline full of all the action, suspense, intrigue, and adventure you could possibly want. I love these tales that keep me guessing throughout the entire series. Can’t wait for more takes by this author!!! This review has been voluntarily written.

[LooseBoots]

I feel quite sad that I reached the end.
This is one of the most beautiful stories I have ever read. Full of magic, compassion, intrigue and adventure all rolled into one.
The journey was not an easy one for Shaleen but I think even she was more than happy with the way everything turned out.

A battle of light and dark, good and evil but mostly restoring the balance.

A must read for everyone.

[Alayne]

A very satisfying end to an enjoyable trilogy. Shaeleen has finally grown up a bit and learnt how to use the powers of the stones and the authority they give her. I still feel that the author made her too young - she should have been a couple of years older at least. Also the book needs some proof-reading and editing. On the whole, a highly recommended series.

[Elaina]

Wow! Amazing! I couldn't put this book down! This was the best book out of all of them and how everything went in this story. I love how clean these books are with no swearing and bedroom scenes. Love the magic stones, adventures, actions, honesty and good versus bad. All into one great series.

[Margaret W. Jones]

Growth

I think what I enjoyed most about the Truth-Seer series is watching Shae growing in truth and leadership as the adventures happens in each book. A well written series by Mike Shelton.

[JoJo Gozy]

Loved it!

He did it again! I really enjoyed this series. I can’t wait to see what he comes up with next.

[Dianna Zwingelstein]

Enjoyable Story

I just want to say that Its been a while since I enjoyed a book this much. Its great to find a true storyteller.

[Jai Mcallister]

Enjoyable!

I thought overall it was very entertaining. I loved Shae’s sweet tooth. It brought humor in the right places, though she always seemed to stop at one sweet roll but several cream puffs.