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The Endarian Prophecy #4
The Shattered Trident
When the world’s greatest evil is resurrected, one young woman is challenged to bury it once and for all.
What chance does a young woman stand against the world’s supreme evil? Lorness Carol Rafel was prophesied to destroy the unfathomably dangerous Kragan. But as the magic wielder’s monstrous horde marches on Endar Pass, razing everything in its wake, Carol fears that Kragan is not only unstoppable but that he has risen from his tomb more powerful than ever.
For Kragan, knowing the millennia-old prophecy is his greatest weapon. He has shielded himself from attack with primordial and insidious magics that serve him well, and if he finds the fragments of an ancient trident, it will grant him godhood. Only one thing stands in his the woman foreordained to destroy him.
Now, stirred by visions of a doomed future, Carol and her companions must risk their very souls and sanity to defeat the tyrant mage. However, in the face of Kragan’s machinations, their seeming triumph over the enemy might seal the land’s catastrophic fate.
What chance does a young woman stand against the world’s supreme evil? Lorness Carol Rafel was prophesied to destroy the unfathomably dangerous Kragan. But as the magic wielder’s monstrous horde marches on Endar Pass, razing everything in its wake, Carol fears that Kragan is not only unstoppable but that he has risen from his tomb more powerful than ever.
For Kragan, knowing the millennia-old prophecy is his greatest weapon. He has shielded himself from attack with primordial and insidious magics that serve him well, and if he finds the fragments of an ancient trident, it will grant him godhood. Only one thing stands in his the woman foreordained to destroy him.
Now, stirred by visions of a doomed future, Carol and her companions must risk their very souls and sanity to defeat the tyrant mage. However, in the face of Kragan’s machinations, their seeming triumph over the enemy might seal the land’s catastrophic fate.
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 6, 2019
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Richard Phillips
15 books574 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Richard Phillips is the million copy bestselling author of the Rho Agenda scifi series, the Jack 'The Ripper' Gregory series, and the epic fantasy series, The Endarian Prophecy. He is a retired Army Officer, West Point graduate, and has a Master of Science degree in Physics from the Naval Post Graduate School. He was a researcher at Lawrence Livermore and Los Alamos National Laboratories for the U.S. military, a software project leader at General Electric, Lockheed Martin Space Operations, and General Dynamics before becoming a full-time writer.
Richard Phillips is the million copy bestselling author of the Rho Agenda scifi series, the Jack 'The Ripper' Gregory series, and the epic fantasy series, The Endarian Prophecy. He is a retired Army Officer, West Point graduate, and has a Master of Science degree in Physics from the Naval Post Graduate School. He was a researcher at Lawrence Livermore and Los Alamos National Laboratories for the U.S. military, a software project leader at General Electric, Lockheed Martin Space Operations, and General Dynamics before becoming a full-time writer.
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April 11, 2022
Action-packed Quest
This installment of the series brings the end of a long-awaited battle and the subsequent beginning of a quest. We say goodbye to many characters and test the boundaries and fortitude of the rest. The plot is moving nicely now, with plenty of action and intrigue to keep me interested. Looking forward to the conclusion of this story and how it will play out.
This installment of the series brings the end of a long-awaited battle and the subsequent beginning of a quest. We say goodbye to many characters and test the boundaries and fortitude of the rest. The plot is moving nicely now, with plenty of action and intrigue to keep me interested. Looking forward to the conclusion of this story and how it will play out.
February 11, 2020
Humanity faces extinction. Kragan, a rogue mage, has gathered an army of conquered city-states and wolf-human hybrids and challenged the known order. Standing in his way is Carol, whose talents in the magical arts continue to grow, and her allies. And thus begins the fourth in the Endarian Prophecy, "The Shattered Trident." The tale begins with powerful action. And it's nonstop. Author Richard Phillips dispenses with the standard buildup. He jumps right into conflict. And it's so intense, I had to put the book down a couple of times. But Phillips uses the initial battles to set up the balance of his narrative. And that's where the story really takes off. He tackles time manipulation as it relates to prophecy and goes deep into future-past configurations. I kept thinking about one of Heinlein's stories. By the time the end rolled around, I knew it was coming. But I wanted more. Phillips is hard to predict. I definitely had no idea what lay around the next corner. Getting there was fun, especially with the newly introduced story lines. I realized this is the only book in the fantasy genre I read any more. It's good stuff.
April 17, 2020
The author still is able to weave a story that is easy to immerse yourself in. Even as I found the writing clunky in this series, I do think he built a world and characters that are compelling.
However, in this latest book it is clear that the author is dragging on the story. Conflicts between characters are teased and then dissipate without explanation...pages are used to build it up, and then it is left behind. There is an entire page describing how one character had thought ahead and prepared his clothing to wear after an event. Worst of all, there are an excruciating number of flashback moments, and nearly all of of them repeats, nearly verbatim, pages of text from previous books. This is obviously not a universal statement, but I firmly believe nobody picks up the fourth book in the series expecting to understand every characters backstory. If the story is good they will go back to the first book to learn more. Or, dedicate 3 to 4 pages to quickly summarize the previous books and then get on with the story. Awkwardly embedding text from previous books does nothing for the story or to deepen readers’ understanding of the characters and their motivation.
However, in this latest book it is clear that the author is dragging on the story. Conflicts between characters are teased and then dissipate without explanation...pages are used to build it up, and then it is left behind. There is an entire page describing how one character had thought ahead and prepared his clothing to wear after an event. Worst of all, there are an excruciating number of flashback moments, and nearly all of of them repeats, nearly verbatim, pages of text from previous books. This is obviously not a universal statement, but I firmly believe nobody picks up the fourth book in the series expecting to understand every characters backstory. If the story is good they will go back to the first book to learn more. Or, dedicate 3 to 4 pages to quickly summarize the previous books and then get on with the story. Awkwardly embedding text from previous books does nothing for the story or to deepen readers’ understanding of the characters and their motivation.
October 31, 2022
And I was really starting to feel comfy with Caitlin as narrator. Well, I suppose males dominated the dialogue (and perhaps still will) in this book so Scott Merriman did a fine job. One thing I seemed to notice though. Arn's voice sounded a lot like Harrison Ford. Gotta check the spelling for the Blade. A drawback of audible reading. Well, I did get confused a number of times when I thought like half or more of our "favorites" we're dead. And then they seem to magically exist again. Anyways, I suppose this book wasn't quite so action-packed as book 03. But I felt that the writing had matured notably. Or perhaps not "dumbed down" at least? My gut believes the former most likely. Carol would be proud, Richard. Namastè
September 27, 2019
If epic fantasy reads are you're thing, than the Endarian Prophecy series is on the mènu. The boded tale marches on in book #4 as our champions directly confront their vile nemesis, Kragan. Consequently, virulent battles ensue against his lupine army, mage wielders, necromantic conscripts and heinous sea creatures. Richard Phillips’s tempo throughout is on the mark, peppered with subversive ploys, time, mind, life-shifting magic, unlocked cryptic ciphers and waking visions à gogo. The pursuit carries on! Roped in again, I impatiently await the next installment. Five stars.
May 27, 2020
I really liked the first three books in this series. This one, not so much. It was more of a wash, rinse, repeat saga. It didn't really move things along appreciably, and I have never understood the need to describe battles in excruciating detail. People are killing people. End of story unless there's an actual point to it. In this book, unfortunately, there really isn't. There always seems to be one book in a series that would have been better for having not been written, and I expect that this one is it. What happened in it could have been summed up in a chapter or two.
September 11, 2019
Found this book again on Kindle read the first three ages ago and couldnt remember the name of the books !!so reread them all again with the addition of the forth very addictive and complex battle scene's and love the characters they really come to life soo glad i was able to continue the series and very much looking forward to the next .
September 17, 2019
Heart pounding!
Another great read from Mr. Phillips, and another wait for a not so patient fan.😆 The twists and turns, weaving the story and characters; this is just what a great writer does. I never comment on content as I am sure I would give something away. Just be sure, Carol and Arn are stoll on the hunt!
Another great read from Mr. Phillips, and another wait for a not so patient fan.😆 The twists and turns, weaving the story and characters; this is just what a great writer does. I never comment on content as I am sure I would give something away. Just be sure, Carol and Arn are stoll on the hunt!
January 17, 2020
Really good sequel
This is as good as the first book. Easy to read and understand. Filled in only the necessary parts of previous books without over-burdening with retelling the story. This will go into my read again collection. A lot of descriptions but didn't get bogged down in detail. Made me feel like I was there.
This is as good as the first book. Easy to read and understand. Filled in only the necessary parts of previous books without over-burdening with retelling the story. This will go into my read again collection. A lot of descriptions but didn't get bogged down in detail. Made me feel like I was there.
June 30, 2020
Great series!
I really enjoyed the Rho Agenda books. This is a completely different series and done very well! I am amazed at the epic nature of the battle scenes. They are a joy to read - even during the tension while reading as fast as I can to find out how things go. Can’t wait to jump into the next book.
I really enjoyed the Rho Agenda books. This is a completely different series and done very well! I am amazed at the epic nature of the battle scenes. They are a joy to read - even during the tension while reading as fast as I can to find out how things go. Can’t wait to jump into the next book.
April 24, 2021
The story is very engaging however this five book series could easily have been three but then everyone needs to make their money
The story is not too bad it is engaging but it’s a little bit to Pat ! I know it’s always nice to see the good guys win and I’m tired of dark stories where there is death and destruction for no reason
I do you like the optimism in this book
The story is not too bad it is engaging but it’s a little bit to Pat ! I know it’s always nice to see the good guys win and I’m tired of dark stories where there is death and destruction for no reason
I do you like the optimism in this book
January 27, 2025
I've really enjoyed this series until this book - which is just so drawn out and full of overly descriptive sections. While detail is important, it takes up too much of the book without enough forward momentum for the plot. I think I'll be stopping here even though I have enjoyed the characters and world up to this point.
September 1, 2019
A good book a little slow in the beginning but I blame that because I didn't read the first two. Story is about an evil who tries to kill the queen and others. Totally impressed that this author had female warriors as well as men . I was happy the good guys won
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October 2, 2019It was good to read the continuing saga.
Carol and Arn take their stories to another level with this installment th the Endarian Prophecy. War threatens and is joined.
Let us go on to the next installment (hopefully soon).
Carol and Arn take their stories to another level with this installment th the Endarian Prophecy. War threatens and is joined.
Let us go on to the next installment (hopefully soon).
April 19, 2023
Still Happy
I read more than half of this book in my first sitting!
I am sure that this says a lot.
The story continues.
The characters have now moved to a different land.
I think that we are now sprinting to the finish.
Only two more books to go.
Again recommend.
Bruce
I read more than half of this book in my first sitting!
I am sure that this says a lot.
The story continues.
The characters have now moved to a different land.
I think that we are now sprinting to the finish.
Only two more books to go.
Again recommend.
Bruce
August 7, 2019
Disappointed
Love the book, disappointed with the ending and that I'm probably going to have to wait another year to read the continuing journey!
Love the book, disappointed with the ending and that I'm probably going to have to wait another year to read the continuing journey!
August 10, 2019
Excellent
Hope you are writing fast Mr. Phillips because I want more. Wonderfully told story with lots of mystery, plot twists and character development.
Hope you are writing fast Mr. Phillips because I want more. Wonderfully told story with lots of mystery, plot twists and character development.
August 17, 2019
Another great book
I've really enjoyed this series so far and this latest book did not disappoint. I am very excited for the next book to come out.
I've really enjoyed this series so far and this latest book did not disappoint. I am very excited for the next book to come out.
August 26, 2019
Another hit
Great read, suspense keeps you interested. I have read 4 books in 1 week! Been years since I have done that!
Great read, suspense keeps you interested. I have read 4 books in 1 week! Been years since I have done that!
October 8, 2019
Good read
Enjoyable thought but was the last book of the series but was wrong. I am looking forward to the next one.
Enjoyable thought but was the last book of the series but was wrong. I am looking forward to the next one.
October 17, 2019
Awesome
I can not wait for the next book. I am hoping our wait is not too long. Thanks for the awesome book!
I can not wait for the next book. I am hoping our wait is not too long. Thanks for the awesome book!
November 1, 2019
The first two parts were tedious, mostly fighting and no character development. The third part was very good, but the book ended with a hanging ending.
December 8, 2019
Fantasy at its best.
Mind boggling twists and turns. Good character development. But...I'm ready
to finish this rune.
I wanted to see the end of Kragan.
Mind boggling twists and turns. Good character development. But...I'm ready
to finish this rune.
I wanted to see the end of Kragan.
December 21, 2019
A continuation of The Endarian Prophecy. Read on vacation, as usual Richard kept me up late. More to come, soon I hope.
August 10, 2021
Intense
The action from the third book continues in this book without letting up. None of the books so far are standalone.
The action from the third book continues in this book without letting up. None of the books so far are standalone.
December 8, 2020
Expectation for this was really high - I'd waited almost 18 months and while I still had reservations about the positioning of the conclusion with the previous three installments the pace and character growth had been good for me.
Sadly, as much as I enjoyed the continued fast-paced action, I feel let down again.
What I consider the real ending of the third book is about half way through this tome, and while this doesn't end in a particularly awkward position, it makes it feel about half a book light as a result to me.
Also, we miss out on Lorness Carol's development this time - I'd really enjoyed her voyage of magical discovery in the previous volumes, for the most part now she simply just does magic on a huge scale even though we are continuing directly on from Curse of the Chosen with no break in the timeline.
There's a lot to like here, I just hope we aren't going to be kept waiting for so long again before the next installment...
Sadly, as much as I enjoyed the continued fast-paced action, I feel let down again.
What I consider the real ending of the third book is about half way through this tome, and while this doesn't end in a particularly awkward position, it makes it feel about half a book light as a result to me.
Also, we miss out on Lorness Carol's development this time - I'd really enjoyed her voyage of magical discovery in the previous volumes, for the most part now she simply just does magic on a huge scale even though we are continuing directly on from Curse of the Chosen with no break in the timeline.
There's a lot to like here, I just hope we aren't going to be kept waiting for so long again before the next installment...
June 27, 2024
Man, talk about an action packed Richard Phillips staple! I mean, the fight started from page 1 and didn't even end on the last page! However, I thought this was the final book in the series, so with 10 pages to go, all I could think was, I know this dude isn't about to get away, there's not enough pages left to resolve this, where's my ending?!?! So yeah....seems this adventure isn't over just yet. Already can't wait for book 5!
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