In the ancient land of the Realms, where armies clash and heroes arise, only the most cunning and courageous can redeem a war torn land from certain annihilation. The Betrayed, Igor Ljubuncic’s epic, gritty fantasy novel, spins a searing tale of a world in the throes of war. With furious, fast-paced action and fascinating characters, this wildly inventive saga will thrill anyone who demands fantasy at the top of its game. A war is brewing in the Realms. When the new religious sect of Feor from Caytor invades the Safe Territories, the home of the old gods, Commander Mali of Eracia scrambles to counter its advance. To that end, Adam, an Eracian prostitute who awaits hanging, is spared to join the army. In the Territories, a former criminal Ayrton and his young protégée Ewan face the threat of the invaders. Can the ruthless followers of Feor be stopped, and the old faith be saved? As nations clash, old rivalries are set aflame and nothing seems sacred, sinister and ancient secrets are revealed. With wit and adrenalin, The Betrayed weaves a taut and textured landscape of warring factions, foes and allies, to deliver a full-on fantasy tale for the ages.
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Editorial Reviews
Review
It is hard to match the fervor of fanaticism. The Betrayed is the first
entry of Igor Ljubuncic's fantasy series set in the Realms, as the sect of
Feor enters the realm of the old Gods, and the people of the Safe
Territories must band together to stop their impressive force, if they can avoid
breaking down themselves. The Betrayed is an enticing fantasy that should
prove very hard to put down, much recommended. - Reviewer's Bookwatch, Midwest Book Review
About the Author
Igor Ljubuncic is a physicist by vocation and a Linux geek by profession. He is the founder and operator of the website dedoimedo.com, where you can learn a lot about a lot. Before dabbling in operating systems, Igor worked in the medical hi-tech industry as a scientist. However, what he likes to do most is write. Passionate about the fantasy genre, he has been writing since the age of ten. You can learn more about Igor's writing on his book series' website, thelostwordsbooks.com.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
(4th time I've had to write this now because Amazon not approving my review...)
I got the Kindle edition from Amazon on sale for $free99 (via heads-up from the Author's blog) and used Calibre to convert it to ePub so I could read it on my Nook Touch.
The author is running a contest where you can win a Ubuntu Phone for reviewing his book(s) on Amazon, which is why I ended up reading this book sooner rather than later.
Overall, I liked the story, and some of the characters. I'll read The Broken when it comes out.
*** SPOILERS BELOW ***
There's a scene straight out of Blood In Blood Out when Miklo kills Big Al
The [call man]-turned-emperor is a bit unbelievable
Names used seemed totally random at times (Enrique, Spike, Ayrton, Armin Wan'der Markssin)
Eybalen -- I hear Eyeball-in
Some words used seemed out of place ([female dog], [Eff], hard-core, [pee], turds)
Frog-skin rubbers?
The blood-staff weapon is pretty [neat]
"I am your father" à la Star Wars
Ending seemed anti-climactic, a bit rushed
I got the Kindle edition from Amazon on sale for $free99 (via heads-up from the Author's blog) and used Calibre to convert it to ePub so I could read it on my Nook Touch.
The author is running a contest where you can win a Ubuntu Phone for reviewing his book(s) on Amazon, which is why I ended up reading this book sooner rather than later.
Overall, I liked the story, and some of the characters. I'll read The Broken when it comes out.
*** SPOILERS BELOW ***
There's a scene straight out of Blood In Blood Out when Miklo kills Big Al
The [call man]-turned-emperor is a bit unbelievable
Names used seemed totally random at times (Enrique, Spike, Ayrton, Armin Wan'der Markssin)
Eybalen -- I hear Eyeball-in
Some words used seemed out of place ([female dog], [Eff], hard-core, [pee], turds)
Frog-skin rubbers?
The blood-staff weapon is pretty [neat]
"I am your father" à la Star Wars
Ending seemed anti-climactic, a bit rushed
By Hagar
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I had a great time reading the book. I liked how the different characters and the seemingly separate storylines intertwined towards the surprising end. I would recommand reading this book!
By Nixon Mathew
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
The story was good and engrossing enough that I didn't feel like putting the book down until I finished it. It's very dark, and sometimes I didn't like how the story went but it's draws you in. I highly doubt you will stop reading this book in the middle. However, I didn't like that the POV kept switching so often, it became somewhat difficult to keep track of everything. Also, some of the phrases used in the conversations felt too contemporary and out of place.
Overall, I think it was a good read and I only knocked off a star because, like I said, sometimes it was difficult to keep track of the characters. I would recommend this to most fantasy fans and people who read dedoimedo. Either way, the kindle version is only 3 bucks, free if you're prime, so there isn't much to lose.
Overall, I think it was a good read and I only knocked off a star because, like I said, sometimes it was difficult to keep track of the characters. I would recommend this to most fantasy fans and people who read dedoimedo. Either way, the kindle version is only 3 bucks, free if you're prime, so there isn't much to lose.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting start for a fantasy series
Overall, I was really impressed by the book, it had it all in the story: war, violence, love, and of course sex, which I found a bit overused, but not in an offensive way. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Anna
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Fast and the Furious
I like fantasy novels, however many of them tend to be tediously long and neverending. I must say that in this sense I was surprised to read a good fantasy book which doesn't last... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ariela
5.0 out of 5 stars
A gripping tale
I took my time writing this review. I read The Betrayed several months ago, and I've been contemplating since then what to write about. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Doron Peretz
4.0 out of 5 stars
Looking forward for next volumes of this book
The plot is a bit predictable, but it is very well written.
I had great time reading this book. The book is in some parts cruel, but I really liked it. Read more
I had great time reading this book. The book is in some parts cruel, but I really liked it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kuba
4.0 out of 5 stars
An enjoyable read
Even though the book started with characters that appeared to be plane they
evolved and connected very well together with the different story lines. Read more
evolved and connected very well together with the different story lines. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Spook87
5.0 out of 5 stars
A fantasy novel you shouldn't miss!
I love a story that has several seemingly unrelated threads that come together and create a thrilling and compelling end. This novel does that and more. Read more
Published 6 months ago by M. R. Mathias
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great read
One step out of life, one step at a time, each chapter either pushes you off the cliff or shoots you shrapnel in the head.
Waiting for the Volume 2.
Waiting for the Volume 2.
Published 6 months ago by Michael
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stay free don't read this book.
Well,first of all I'd like to say I was forced to read this book then I was forced to write this review but one thing I wasn't forced to do was to finish my reading as I had really... Read more
Published 7 months ago by sgr
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad, and improving
At the beginning the characters seem stereotypical, with predictable behavior and lines - making for a tough read. Read more
Published 7 months ago by David Israel
4.0 out of 5 stars
A review of The Betrayed, book one of The Lost Words By Igor...
The easiest point to start this review is admitting it was pleasurable to write, "The Betrayed" is the start of an interesting, far flung journey that shows all potential signs it... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Amir
More About the Author
Igor Ljubuncic is a physicist by vocation and a Linux geek by profession. He is the founder and operator of the website www.dedoimedo.com, where you can learn a lot about a lot. Before dabbling in operating systems, Igor worked in the medical hi-tech industry as a scientist. However, what he likes to do most is write. Passionate about the fantasy genre, he has been writing since the age of ten. You can learn more about Igor's writing on his book series' website, www.thelostwordsbooks.com.
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