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The Realms #7
Ravaged Land
WHEN THE GODS WAGE WAR, THE INNOCENT SUFFER.
Book 7 of The Realms. Continuing the #1 Bestselling epic LitRPG series begun in Barrow King.
THE REALMS FACE ANNIHILATION, and their greatest defender has gone missing.
When Gryph is torn from the Realms by the Light, an ancient secret society sworn to end the threat of the High God Aluran, he has one mission.
Get back to the Realms, at any cost.
The Light offer Gryph a quest. “Help us resurrect the Source and together we can free all the peoples of the Realms.”
But things are not what they seem and Gryph soon discovers that even in the Light, shadows fester.
Shadows that could doom the Realms to eternal darkness.
To save his sister, his friends, and the people of the Realms, Gryph must win the war of the gods.
Ravaged Land is the seventh book in the #1 Bestselling Epic LitRPG Saga The Realms.
Book 7 of The Realms. Continuing the #1 Bestselling epic LitRPG series begun in Barrow King.
THE REALMS FACE ANNIHILATION, and their greatest defender has gone missing.
When Gryph is torn from the Realms by the Light, an ancient secret society sworn to end the threat of the High God Aluran, he has one mission.
Get back to the Realms, at any cost.
The Light offer Gryph a quest. “Help us resurrect the Source and together we can free all the peoples of the Realms.”
But things are not what they seem and Gryph soon discovers that even in the Light, shadows fester.
Shadows that could doom the Realms to eternal darkness.
To save his sister, his friends, and the people of the Realms, Gryph must win the war of the gods.
Ravaged Land is the seventh book in the #1 Bestselling Epic LitRPG Saga The Realms.
438 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 26, 2021
About the author
C.M. Carney
24 books247 followersAfter reading an editorial claiming Dungeons and Dragons drove kids to worship dark forces in the sewers, C.M. Carney's mother immediately bought it for him. He was ten, and it's probably a good thing he was afraid of sewers. Since then he has been obsessed with reading, writing and playing all things fantasy and science fiction.
After spending nearly two decades working as a creative executive for an animation and SFX studio, C.M. decided to pursue his lifelong dream of writing and publishing novels and short stories. He writes sci-fi, fantasy and LitRPG that run the gamut from epic to humorous.
His first novel Barrow King: Book One of The Realms was published in February 2018 and became a #1 Bestseller. The Realms now spans eight books with the ninth and final installment currently being written. His second series, The Quintessence: Crucible, blends cultivation fantasy with measured progression, with two books out and more on the way. Both series are available in ebook, audiobook (narrated by Armen Taylor and Nick Podehl), and print. He also has several other series in the works across multiple genres.
He loves hearing from fans, like minded thinkers and anyone else who shares his dislike of sewers.
Email: chris@cmcarneybooks.com
Website: cmcarneybooks.com
After spending nearly two decades working as a creative executive for an animation and SFX studio, C.M. decided to pursue his lifelong dream of writing and publishing novels and short stories. He writes sci-fi, fantasy and LitRPG that run the gamut from epic to humorous.
His first novel Barrow King: Book One of The Realms was published in February 2018 and became a #1 Bestseller. The Realms now spans eight books with the ninth and final installment currently being written. His second series, The Quintessence: Crucible, blends cultivation fantasy with measured progression, with two books out and more on the way. Both series are available in ebook, audiobook (narrated by Armen Taylor and Nick Podehl), and print. He also has several other series in the works across multiple genres.
He loves hearing from fans, like minded thinkers and anyone else who shares his dislike of sewers.
Email: chris@cmcarneybooks.com
Website: cmcarneybooks.com
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January 31, 2021
I soaked this damn book up like a sponge. I couldn't put it down and finished it in three-ish days (I don't count the 6 pages I read before passing out on the 27th). There was such an incredible amount of character development, story progression, plot twists, and more. Carney took a simple genre concept of LITRPG and ran with it, creating this amazing series with characters that I've grown so fond of (and some I despise with a passion, but that's for a good reason).
I could totally see this world that Carney created becoming a super series with different novellas, side stories, and other series involving different historical points in the Realms. Especially with the introduction/explanations of historical events.
*SEMI VAGUE SPOILERS?!*
This change in the storyline allows so much more potential futures to unfold. It also opened up the realization that there's more than just the big bad Aluran. There are other people stronger than him that even he is scared of.
I could totally see this world that Carney created becoming a super series with different novellas, side stories, and other series involving different historical points in the Realms. Especially with the introduction/explanations of historical events.
*SEMI VAGUE SPOILERS?!*
This change in the storyline allows so much more potential futures to unfold. It also opened up the realization that there's more than just the big bad Aluran. There are other people stronger than him that even he is scared of.
May 11, 2021
Great, I never suspected
Thank you fir the enjoyable story. I wasn’t sure reading the first book but I am sure glad I stuck with it. I apologize for the 4 star rating as your work deserves better but with a limiting rating of only 5 stars, shrug. I had thought it a bit suspicious when the explanation of why he had sworn himself to her. More doubts were planted when we were told he would leave from time to time always coming back. I even went back and forth wondering if he was the high gods highly planted spy. That was as far as my musings went. Thanks for the surprise. The immediate lead up to the reveal was nearly to much but still well done.
Thank you fir the enjoyable story. I wasn’t sure reading the first book but I am sure glad I stuck with it. I apologize for the 4 star rating as your work deserves better but with a limiting rating of only 5 stars, shrug. I had thought it a bit suspicious when the explanation of why he had sworn himself to her. More doubts were planted when we were told he would leave from time to time always coming back. I even went back and forth wondering if he was the high gods highly planted spy. That was as far as my musings went. Thanks for the surprise. The immediate lead up to the reveal was nearly to much but still well done.
August 1, 2021
The epic confrontation continues as the ideals of gods are tested
The exciting reentry to the Realms is not what I expected and Finn is in a bad place at the mercy of others again. Trying to gather information and find a way back to the Realms, to protect it from the gods cray plans.
The story and conflict grows as three gods fight to change reality or prevent that from happening. Misguided they may all be but sometimes the noblest path is the hardest to walk, as is being honest with yourself and your limits, something you can forget after 2000 years of life.
Whether the Light’s claims of endless torture and rebirth of souls is true or not, their methods and plans do not mesh well with Aluran’s or Gryph’s plans, leading to a 3-way war. The question is who will strike first and where?
The exciting reentry to the Realms is not what I expected and Finn is in a bad place at the mercy of others again. Trying to gather information and find a way back to the Realms, to protect it from the gods cray plans.
The story and conflict grows as three gods fight to change reality or prevent that from happening. Misguided they may all be but sometimes the noblest path is the hardest to walk, as is being honest with yourself and your limits, something you can forget after 2000 years of life.
Whether the Light’s claims of endless torture and rebirth of souls is true or not, their methods and plans do not mesh well with Aluran’s or Gryph’s plans, leading to a 3-way war. The question is who will strike first and where?
February 7, 2021
Adventurous but predictable
The Ravaged Land looks to wrap up many loose threads at once as we move to the series finale. Action, forced comic relief and lots of death abound. But fans of the series will enjoy this installment with a surprise reveal at the fag end. You win some you loose some but given the authors penchant for a giving a way out even for permanently dead characters hope to see the major cast reunited when all is said and done. looking to read the next in the series.
The Ravaged Land looks to wrap up many loose threads at once as we move to the series finale. Action, forced comic relief and lots of death abound. But fans of the series will enjoy this installment with a surprise reveal at the fag end. You win some you loose some but given the authors penchant for a giving a way out even for permanently dead characters hope to see the major cast reunited when all is said and done. looking to read the next in the series.
August 31, 2023
Tide Tuner
Another good outing from Mr. Carney. The twists are a little telegraphed, but not bad nonetheless.
One gripe though:
Maybe I just noticed it but everything is game breaking or game changing or... Not everything can be that. Things can be important without everything being a game changer or said synonym. It feels like every chapter of this book had a game changing revelation
Another good outing from Mr. Carney. The twists are a little telegraphed, but not bad nonetheless.
One gripe though:
Maybe I just noticed it but everything is game breaking or game changing or... Not everything can be that. Things can be important without everything being a game changer or said synonym. It feels like every chapter of this book had a game changing revelation
January 28, 2021
What a series
I greatly recommend this book. It is very much an heir to the epic fantasy novels like the dark tower, with powerful characters going on long adventures where the stakes raise equivalently with each adventure - culminating in this wonderful ode toward the finale which will be the next book.
Loved it.
I greatly recommend this book. It is very much an heir to the epic fantasy novels like the dark tower, with powerful characters going on long adventures where the stakes raise equivalently with each adventure - culminating in this wonderful ode toward the finale which will be the next book.
Loved it.
February 2, 2021
I really like this series
I wasn't sure where this first book was going, but the characters continued to evolve as the plot kept growing larger and larger. Wow, what a rollercoaster ride. Once you get into the flow, it will grip your attention and n
ot let go. I was unhappy at the end of book 7 because now I have to wait until book 8 gets released. Please hurry!
I wasn't sure where this first book was going, but the characters continued to evolve as the plot kept growing larger and larger. Wow, what a rollercoaster ride. Once you get into the flow, it will grip your attention and n
ot let go. I was unhappy at the end of book 7 because now I have to wait until book 8 gets released. Please hurry!
March 31, 2021
Very good
More griff - all griff really and the story really moves forward. Lots of stat increases as well. Some very minor stat weirdness - griff gets +100 to multiple stats twice this story and then talks about the surge in strength from a temporary +5 burst from his coatl. Not a huge deal but stuck out to me. Interested for the change of scenery the next one promises
More griff - all griff really and the story really moves forward. Lots of stat increases as well. Some very minor stat weirdness - griff gets +100 to multiple stats twice this story and then talks about the surge in strength from a temporary +5 burst from his coatl. Not a huge deal but stuck out to me. Interested for the change of scenery the next one promises
May 7, 2023
I have enjoyed the series
Very good series. I like the world this takes place in and the characters are well rounded. The antagonists are a little bit predictable, but not to the point of boredom. Lex is a good support character, if you're ok with him being the tropeyest trope that ever troped. All of the other support characters are typical, but also enjoyable. On to book 8!
Very good series. I like the world this takes place in and the characters are well rounded. The antagonists are a little bit predictable, but not to the point of boredom. Lex is a good support character, if you're ok with him being the tropeyest trope that ever troped. All of the other support characters are typical, but also enjoyable. On to book 8!
November 19, 2023
Great build-up to the end. This book is filled with action and returns favorite characters from previous books in the series. I almost threw my Kindle across the room when the final chapter ended in such a moment of tension. Thankfully the epilogue took some of that tension away and set up for the next book!
January 26, 2021
Absolutely loved it
Great book and great series can’t recommend it highly enough and can’t wait till the next one is out! Lex is amazingly awesome and looking forward to more of him next time!
Great book and great series can’t recommend it highly enough and can’t wait till the next one is out! Lex is amazingly awesome and looking forward to more of him next time!
February 1, 2021
A roller coaster ride of twists and turns
One of the best series out there. This continuation just raises the bar. It both clarifies and brings out a whole other slew of questions. Can’t wait for Book 8.
One of the best series out there. This continuation just raises the bar. It both clarifies and brings out a whole other slew of questions. Can’t wait for Book 8.
February 11, 2021
Yet Another Amazing continuation in the Saga of Gryph
Fantastic book! Has definitely paid off in the intrigue and story leading up to it so far. I fully recommend this book and series to anyone who enjoyed litrpg, D&D, or sci-fi fantasy
Fantastic book! Has definitely paid off in the intrigue and story leading up to it so far. I fully recommend this book and series to anyone who enjoyed litrpg, D&D, or sci-fi fantasy
June 3, 2021
Beyond Immersive
For reasons I still cannot determine, Carney writes in a way that gets me in the minds of each character he describes. Rarely do I feel as connected to characters as I do in The Realms. Not to mention the fantastic world he has created with his story building
For reasons I still cannot determine, Carney writes in a way that gets me in the minds of each character he describes. Rarely do I feel as connected to characters as I do in The Realms. Not to mention the fantastic world he has created with his story building
June 30, 2021
Wow, another great one by CM Carney. The audiobook took a bit longer to come out, and it was 100% worth the wait! Armen Taylor does an amazing job narrating and the story is so well done. Loved all the characters being back, that reveal at the end was *chef's kiss*. I can't wait for the next one.
December 14, 2021
Amazing
The twists and turns were great! The new characters reveals were inspired and the story co to yes to unfold perfectly. Cannot wait for the next and final chapter to this series!
The twists and turns were great! The new characters reveals were inspired and the story co to yes to unfold perfectly. Cannot wait for the next and final chapter to this series!
April 7, 2022
fantastic pacing and excitement.
I have devoured the realms start to finish this spring. Can’t wait for the last book. Still a fun romp and one of the best lit RPG stories I’ve found.
I have devoured the realms start to finish this spring. Can’t wait for the last book. Still a fun romp and one of the best lit RPG stories I’ve found.
January 31, 2021
Great series
One of the best In a fantastic series. It’s obviously getting fairly close to a nice solid ending that won’t leave us hanging.
One of the best In a fantastic series. It’s obviously getting fairly close to a nice solid ending that won’t leave us hanging.
February 1, 2021
Carney never disappoints!
as usual I had to put my life on hold until I finished. literally cant put down his books once I start. thanks for the adventure
as usual I had to put my life on hold until I finished. literally cant put down his books once I start. thanks for the adventure
February 8, 2021
Gryph is back
But you see him first as Finn back on Earth. Puzzle pieces and events are put back together, and the Old gods return to Korynn. What a ride!
But you see him first as Finn back on Earth. Puzzle pieces and events are put back together, and the Old gods return to Korynn. What a ride!
February 13, 2021
Good read
Finn continues his adventure in the Realms; I was throughly engaged throughout and cannot wait for another book in this great series.
Finn continues his adventure in the Realms; I was throughly engaged throughout and cannot wait for another book in this great series.
February 14, 2021
Read it ! Spoilers
My only note . I want a prequel about what happened in the Cthontic realm and all their character sheets
My only note . I want a prequel about what happened in the Cthontic realm and all their character sheets
March 3, 2021
Great series
I love the story and how it is starting to tie all together. The series finds a good balance between storytelling and leveling/skills.
I love the story and how it is starting to tie all together. The series finds a good balance between storytelling and leveling/skills.
April 4, 2021
Great Book
Can’t wait for the next and last book. It stinks to know there is only one more but excited for it to release.
Can’t wait for the next and last book. It stinks to know there is only one more but excited for it to release.
April 22, 2021
Loved it
Loved this book, the twists and turns were unexpected but amazing. I am looking forward to the next book in the series
Loved this book, the twists and turns were unexpected but amazing. I am looking forward to the next book in the series
October 17, 2021
Great 7th book
A great addition to the storyline, filled with the amazing characters, world building, magic, action, and lore that we have come to expect from the author. Well done!
A great addition to the storyline, filled with the amazing characters, world building, magic, action, and lore that we have come to expect from the author. Well done!
March 3, 2023
Good series
Once started, could not stop reading. Great pacing and relatable characters. Plot is unique and leaves you wanting more. Will wait impatiently for next installment
Once started, could not stop reading. Great pacing and relatable characters. Plot is unique and leaves you wanting more. Will wait impatiently for next installment
March 18, 2023
Great series
Not usually a fan of the game type stories but this one has a really great premise for it. Also well developed characters and storyline.
Not usually a fan of the game type stories but this one has a really great premise for it. Also well developed characters and storyline.
May 3, 2025
we learn more about the cabal, their goals, and some hidden history.
This is probably the densest amount of story in any of this series as of yet
This is probably the densest amount of story in any of this series as of yet
March 16, 2021
The next one will be the finale...this, I felt, bogged down in the middle, but got REAL good long before the finish...
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