The Chronicles of Soone - Heir to the King [Paperback]

James Somers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 22, 2006

SPIRITUAL DARKNESS A devastating interplanetary war has been raging for decades. The fallen ones have instigated mankind's downfall, waging a sinister campaign leading towards a singular goal, universal domination. A WARRIOR RACE Long the ordained guardians of peace, the Barudii, have been reduced to a scattered remnant struggling to survive. All but wiped out by the Vorn clan, they have little hope of stopping the genocide that threatens mankind's survival. THE LAST HEIR Young Tiet soone, the only remaining heir to the Barudii throne, returns from exile to avenge his fallen people. He is the final hope for restoration, and the only one that can mediate a peace between the warring clans before its too late...before the dark forces opposing his every effort succeed in enslaving humanity. To claim victory he will do what Barudii warriors do best-fight-to the death if need be.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...an intense, action packed sci-fi story with a heart. A gripping story, not to be missed!" -- Jeremy Robinson, bestselling author of Raising the Past and The Didymus Contingency

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Breakneck Books (October 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0978655125
• ISBN-13: 978-0978655129
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,691,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

James somers is the author of more than a dozen Sci-fi and Fantasy novels available on Kindle including: The Serpent Kings, Percival Strange, Perdition's Gate, and The Realm Shift Trilogy. He has also written several Bible studies for Kindle including: "What's So Great About Salvation?" and "What Does it Mean to be Born Again?"
Upcoming novels include sequels to The Serpent Kings, Percival Strange, and A World Within; as well as a brand new Fantasy entitled, FALLEN due in 2012.
In addition to writing, James serves as the Pastor of Ozone Baptist Church in Rockwood, Tennessee and also works in Knoxville as a Surgical Technologist. He is married and have five children.
James is always open to questions and comments from readers at www.jamessomers.blogspot(dot)com where updates can be found on his novels.

Customer Reviews

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced, action-packed and inspiring..., December 14, 2006

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K. L. Andrew "vairvixen" (Vancouver, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Chronicles of Soone - Heir to the King (Paperback)

James Somers did an excellent job keeping you on the edge of your easy chair with this exciting sci-fi story. Not unlike many other science fiction novels, James presents the reader with a variety of characters and races which include the Barudii (a noble race of warriors with kinetic abilities), the Vorn (a dark, evil race), and the Horva (a cloned race created by the Vorn). In addition, the reader is presented with a fantastic new reality involving space ships and travel between universes as the Barudii discover previously unknown effects on their kinetic abilities whilst they align themselves with the common races in an attempt to save the universe from evil rule.

The novel also took on a quiet, Christian-based theme which remained subtle until the end of the novel at which point I did feel a bit uncomfortable at the first-mention/last-ditch display to "print" the name of God. I am a Christian myself, but I just didn't feel like it was natural in light of the idea being very apparent, yet subdued throughout the rest of the book.

Also, although I was very impressed with the story, I must agree with a previous comment regarding the grammatical quality of the novel. Editing mistakes often interrupted the flow of the book, but although distracting, definitely not a deal-breaker. As mentioned, the novel may have been released too soon, or possibly there was simply a lack of editorial expertise. This is the biggest reason that I would give the book a 3.5/5.0 .

In short, I found this book to be a quick, yet inspiring read. All of the elements you'd want in a great science fiction novel.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Roller-Coaster Ride, December 8, 2006

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Brian Tubbs (Virginia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Chronicles of Soone - Heir to the King (Paperback)

This book is an exciting page-turner. I too was skeptical when starting it. A first-time author, a little-known publisher. Hmmmm. But, I was pleasantly surprised. The story moves at a brisk pace. Somers doesn't waste time describing rocks and trees in multiple literary ways. He keeps the story moving. No one should get bored with this!!!! My only real criticism - and it's what has kept me from giving this five stars -- is that the publisher rushed this to print w/ several typographical, spelling, and grammatical errors. They were a little distracting. But...don't let that stop you from buying and enjoying this book. It is WORTH it!!!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting and fast paced, great story line, January 25, 2007

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M. T. Somers "Slow Reader" (Tennessee) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Chronicles of Soone - Heir to the King (Paperback)

The action never stops in this story of futuristic war pitting races of humans with various super powers and mass produced war clones. I became wrapped up in the families involved in their struggle of survival in this centuries old war. James tells a story as only the best authors can. You will not be disappointed when you read this book.