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Fallen Goddess #1
Fallen
Alexander has a pretty easy life as an adventurer in the Godspire Mountains. It’s not like you have to actually kill a dragon to collect its scales. Dragons moult. When he woke up one morning beside a beautiful crystal-clear lake only to have a woman fall out of the sky in front of him, Alex’s life took a turn for the exciting, and dangerous. With his new companion around, things would never be the same again.
311 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 13, 2021
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About the author
Niall Teasdale
74 books294 followersI was born in the vicinity of Hadrian's Wall so perhaps a bit of history rubbed off. Ancient history obviously, and border history, right on the edge of the Empire. I always preferred the Dark Ages anyway; there’s so much more room for imagination when people aren’t writing down every last detail. So my idea of a good fantasy novel involved dirt and leather, not shining plate armour and Hollywood-medieval manners. The same applies to my sci-fi, really; I prefer gritty over shiny.
Oddly, then, one of the first fantasy novels I remember reading was The Dark Is Rising, by Susan Cooper (later made into a terrible juvenile movie). These days we would call Cooper’s series Young Adult Contemporary Fantasy and looking back on it, it influenced me a lot. It has that mix of modern day life, hidden history, and magic which failed to hit popular culture until the early days of Buffy and Anne Rice. Of course, Cooper’s characters spend their time around places I could actually visit in Cornwall, and South East England, and mid-Wales. In fact, when I went to university in Aberystwyth, it was partially because some of Cooper’s books were set a few miles to the north around Tywyn.
I got into writing through roleplaying, however, so my early work was related to the kind of roleplaying game I was interested in. I wrote “high fantasy” when I was playing Dungeons & Dragons. I wrote a lot of superhero fiction when I was playing City of Heroes. I still loved the idea of a modern world with magic in it and I’ve been trying to write a novel based on this for a long time. As with any form of expression, practice is the key and I can look back on all the aborted attempts at books, and the more successful short stories, as steps along the path to the Thaumatology Series.
As of 2015, I have thrown in my lot with writing. After thirty years of being a computer programmer I am making enough money to quit the day job and write full time. Dreams, occasionally, come true. My favourite authors are Terry Pratchett, Susan Cooper, and (recently) Kim Harrison. Kim’s Hollows books were what finally spurred me to publish something, even if the trail to here came by way of Susan, back in school, several decades ago.
Oddly, then, one of the first fantasy novels I remember reading was The Dark Is Rising, by Susan Cooper (later made into a terrible juvenile movie). These days we would call Cooper’s series Young Adult Contemporary Fantasy and looking back on it, it influenced me a lot. It has that mix of modern day life, hidden history, and magic which failed to hit popular culture until the early days of Buffy and Anne Rice. Of course, Cooper’s characters spend their time around places I could actually visit in Cornwall, and South East England, and mid-Wales. In fact, when I went to university in Aberystwyth, it was partially because some of Cooper’s books were set a few miles to the north around Tywyn.
I got into writing through roleplaying, however, so my early work was related to the kind of roleplaying game I was interested in. I wrote “high fantasy” when I was playing Dungeons & Dragons. I wrote a lot of superhero fiction when I was playing City of Heroes. I still loved the idea of a modern world with magic in it and I’ve been trying to write a novel based on this for a long time. As with any form of expression, practice is the key and I can look back on all the aborted attempts at books, and the more successful short stories, as steps along the path to the Thaumatology Series.
As of 2015, I have thrown in my lot with writing. After thirty years of being a computer programmer I am making enough money to quit the day job and write full time. Dreams, occasionally, come true. My favourite authors are Terry Pratchett, Susan Cooper, and (recently) Kim Harrison. Kim’s Hollows books were what finally spurred me to publish something, even if the trail to here came by way of Susan, back in school, several decades ago.
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December 5, 2022
A more comedic book, but just as fun!
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April 1, 2024
Surprisingly enjoyable, the gods are capricious children with nuclear type powers.
Lots of snark, snappy sayings and amusing observations. There were a few one liners that made me laugh out loud like "I wouldn't trust him as far as I could spit a rat."
At first I though that the MC was Alex since the story started off with him. As it progressed, he became more of a supporting character, but an important one. The other 3 characters in the posse all added and contributed to supporting Mysara disguised as Estaree. Too bad Alex never got a chance to get intimate with Annamia or Eminora. Estaree is kinda outta of reach so no surprise he doesn't seem to have an interest there. One thing I didnt understand was if Anna was pregnant. It was mentioned in the story but in a rather random manner that was never mentioned again.
All said, I am interested in reading the next installment of this intruiging story.
Lots of snark, snappy sayings and amusing observations. There were a few one liners that made me laugh out loud like "I wouldn't trust him as far as I could spit a rat."
At first I though that the MC was Alex since the story started off with him. As it progressed, he became more of a supporting character, but an important one. The other 3 characters in the posse all added and contributed to supporting Mysara disguised as Estaree. Too bad Alex never got a chance to get intimate with Annamia or Eminora. Estaree is kinda outta of reach so no surprise he doesn't seem to have an interest there. One thing I didnt understand was if Anna was pregnant. It was mentioned in the story but in a rather random manner that was never mentioned again.
All said, I am interested in reading the next installment of this intruiging story.
March 18, 2022
I downloaded the book quite a while ago, but I kept putting off starting it, as I’m always a bit wary of stories involving overly powerful Gods. However it turned out to be a fun read and even though Mysara the Goddess of Magic and Mischief turns out to be extremely powerful it was still an entertaining story.
There is a big fight towards the end of the book, but there is a lot left open and the story doesn’t feel finished, without the prospect of a sequel it did put a slight ‘downer’ on the story.
There is a big fight towards the end of the book, but there is a lot left open and the story doesn’t feel finished, without the prospect of a sequel it did put a slight ‘downer’ on the story.
November 28, 2021
amusing
Did she mention she is *also* the goddess of mischief? People always forget that part…
I guess you could complain that having gods in the story unbalances things to an extreme. But since they are mostly hiding from/ignoring the world it works out okay.
Surprisingly, no sex. A bit weird to read women described principally by their breasts, but it passes quickly.
This looks like an interesting series.
Did she mention she is *also* the goddess of mischief? People always forget that part…
I guess you could complain that having gods in the story unbalances things to an extreme. But since they are mostly hiding from/ignoring the world it works out okay.
Surprisingly, no sex. A bit weird to read women described principally by their breasts, but it passes quickly.
This looks like an interesting series.
January 2, 2022
An entertaining romp
The story is enjoyable, the characters entertaining and while not fleshed out for the most part, were understandable. You can see how they can be developed further if there is more to come - which i sincerely hope there will be.
I gave it 4stars because the english is so poor. The author needs a much better editor and some lessons in basic grammar.
Look forward to the next one.
The story is enjoyable, the characters entertaining and while not fleshed out for the most part, were understandable. You can see how they can be developed further if there is more to come - which i sincerely hope there will be.
I gave it 4stars because the english is so poor. The author needs a much better editor and some lessons in basic grammar.
Look forward to the next one.
November 15, 2021
A really great read
The humor really flows well in this one. There is not any of the extras that are in some of the authors novels, and that in no way detracts from it. I found the interactions of the main character and their enemy’s extremely funny, especially considering who they are.
The humor really flows well in this one. There is not any of the extras that are in some of the authors novels, and that in no way detracts from it. I found the interactions of the main character and their enemy’s extremely funny, especially considering who they are.
November 26, 2021
Naill always provides a good read. This one has an entertainingly different point of view. But if you read between the lines to slightly altered character names and a setting worthy of the title Forgotten Realms you are just as entertained by the DnD roots of the stories creation. Well done.
January 11, 2022
You will enjoy this. Probably.
I don't give 5 stars to anything but Hugo/Nebula winners.
This is a change of pace. Straight forward high fantasy in feudal, magical world.
With lots twists and turns.
And flirting. But no overt/visible sex.
It made the story less steamy and reduced distraction from plot itself. Same high quality story crafting you were expecting.
I don't give 5 stars to anything but Hugo/Nebula winners.
This is a change of pace. Straight forward high fantasy in feudal, magical world.
With lots twists and turns.
And flirting. But no overt/visible sex.
It made the story less steamy and reduced distraction from plot itself. Same high quality story crafting you were expecting.
November 25, 2021
Very enjoyable
Overall, a great and fun read. Less salacious than I remember the author being in general, but the story and characters were very amusing. If food, it’d be along the lines of a comfort food snack.
Overall, a great and fun read. Less salacious than I remember the author being in general, but the story and characters were very amusing. If food, it’d be along the lines of a comfort food snack.
December 4, 2021
Liked it
The first couple of chapters weren't that great but since this is one of my favourite Authors I didn't give up. It got real good really fast. I hope that a book two is written
The first couple of chapters weren't that great but since this is one of my favourite Authors I didn't give up. It got real good really fast. I hope that a book two is written
December 12, 2021
Pretty good
Well made characters, a good amount of action and nice progression. The minor goods seem a bit stupid but overall the story is pretty good. Looking forward to the next book.
Well made characters, a good amount of action and nice progression. The minor goods seem a bit stupid but overall the story is pretty good. Looking forward to the next book.
December 27, 2021
Fantastic read
This book put a smile on my face by chapter 3. The smile got wider as I got further in. A goddess kicking the butt of pompous idiot gods was enjoyable to the point that at the conclusion of the book I was desperately hoping there is another book!!!
This book put a smile on my face by chapter 3. The smile got wider as I got further in. A goddess kicking the butt of pompous idiot gods was enjoyable to the point that at the conclusion of the book I was desperately hoping there is another book!!!
May 27, 2022
A really interesting story, really it was an easy-mode adventure of an fallen and her group facing upstars that think to much of themselves. Nice pacing, fun characters, interesting plot, a nice read to enjoy.
December 22, 2022
Fun, interesting idea made into a great book
A goddess kicked put by the young gods missingbmist of her memory. Leads to a wild ride that yuou sit back and enjoy. Now have to read book 2.
A goddess kicked put by the young gods missingbmist of her memory. Leads to a wild ride that yuou sit back and enjoy. Now have to read book 2.
October 10, 2023
⚡🔥❤ Having read book1 and book 2 💥❗I must say this writer positively knows how to entertain her audience.
Although she writes to entertain her audience she hasn't written the same as most other writers. But she can confidently wet her audiences appetite💥⚡😍❗
Although she writes to entertain her audience she hasn't written the same as most other writers. But she can confidently wet her audiences appetite💥⚡😍❗
January 12, 2024
What an interesting read
The characters were interesting but could have been better thought out and allowed to become a bit more robust. I liked the story overall, and just know that the second one will be a bit more interesting.
The characters were interesting but could have been better thought out and allowed to become a bit more robust. I liked the story overall, and just know that the second one will be a bit more interesting.
November 24, 2025
A MOST excellent book
Gods walking the “earth “ are always interesting, but this one really holds your attention! Very well edited and constantly on the edge, waiting for another shoe (or god) to fall!
Gods walking the “earth “ are always interesting, but this one really holds your attention! Very well edited and constantly on the edge, waiting for another shoe (or god) to fall!
November 15, 2021
Another great book!
I love reading Niall's storys, and as soon as I saw this one came out I read it in one sitting. Hopefully we get more books in this world soon!
I love reading Niall's storys, and as soon as I saw this one came out I read it in one sitting. Hopefully we get more books in this world soon!
November 17, 2021
fun
Another great read. I hope Niall follows this up soon. I loved the irreverent fun the main character has in this book. Give it a go.
Another great read. I hope Niall follows this up soon. I loved the irreverent fun the main character has in this book. Give it a go.
November 25, 2021
Entertaining read.
March 21, 2022
Good twist
I have read several fantasies published via kindle unlimited Nd I found Fallen refreshing in its approach to the genre. Thanks
I have read several fantasies published via kindle unlimited Nd I found Fallen refreshing in its approach to the genre. Thanks
November 17, 2021
An entertaining romp. Part two is a bit slow, but the rest of the book makes up for it.
February 8, 2022
Great start to a potential new series
This is an amusing book.
Not thigh-slapping slapstick, or non-stop gags, but subtle juxtapositions of dialogue that nevertheless had me laughing out loud at times.
The world building is also subtle: there is very little exposition, even though the protagonist's memory loss would seem to require it, but quite a lot of detail transmitted by letting the reader draw their own conclusions - reading between the lines, as it were.
The author himself has hinted at more books in this world if this book proves popular, so I am hoping other people enjoy it as much as I did. I am certainly looking forward to another volume!
This is an amusing book.
Not thigh-slapping slapstick, or non-stop gags, but subtle juxtapositions of dialogue that nevertheless had me laughing out loud at times.
The world building is also subtle: there is very little exposition, even though the protagonist's memory loss would seem to require it, but quite a lot of detail transmitted by letting the reader draw their own conclusions - reading between the lines, as it were.
The author himself has hinted at more books in this world if this book proves popular, so I am hoping other people enjoy it as much as I did. I am certainly looking forward to another volume!
July 22, 2025
Great entertainment. A fallen goddess of mischief. First book for ages that I could not put down. You know from the start she is invincible but the fun is the journey she takes.
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