Pen Kenders is a dishwasher in the Kingdom of Antacia, and he likes it that way. But on Blade Day, the unexpected happens. Pen is chosen to become the Guardian of Tinea - The Mimic Blade - in an ages old ritual. No one knows why he is chosen, and no one knows what would happen if a Guardian refused the call. Pen reluctantly accepts, not knowing the full consequences of his decision. Freeing the blade from its sheath, he unknowingly changes the course of the realm forever. How can he protect the world from forces he can hardly even understand?
I love modern-set fantasy and this fits that bill perfectly. It’s an interesting premise, for sure, and a reasonably fun read. However, I’m only giving 3 stars for a few reasons— the pacing is a bit off(though it definitely gets better as it goes), there’s a few things that could use some fleshing out, and and I recommend a proofreader (if not an editor). All in all, though, this is not a bad story and one anyone that enjoys fantasy should pick up.