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Jaques Smit

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in Rundu, Namibia, Namibia

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Fantasy, Mystery, Suspense

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Jaques Smit was born in Rundu Namibia, grew up in South Africa, lived in Asia and Europe working as a game developer before settling with his family in Wellington, New Zealand. While working as a production manager for PikPok, he became a master transformational coach and now supports leaders in creating effective teams. Jaques writes fantasy laced with Positive Psychology, aspiring to create compelling stories that touches the reader. And where better than the harsh setting of a fantasy world to showcases key ideas to support individuals through challenging times.

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Average rating: 4.19 · 37 ratings · 23 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Eye of Winter (Tearing the Darkveil, #1) 4.06 avg rating — 31 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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The Color of Magic (Discworld, #1; Rincewind, #1)

by Terry Pratchett

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On War

by Carl von Clausewitz

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