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Akiri: The Scepter Of Xarbaal Paperback – October 16, 2016

by Brian D. Anderson (Author), Steven Savile (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 477 ratings
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The Dul' Buhar are the deadliest of warriors, gifted with extraordinary skills through the dark magic of their Sorcerer King, and Akiri is the mightiest of them all. Yet even his immense talents will be tested beyond the point of breaking as everything he believes in is ripped apart by his sovereign's insatiable hunger for conquest and death.
 
Akiri was born into war, his childhood shaped by battle and betrayal. He knows it is his fate to die by the sword. He is a warrior. Warriors die. It is what they do. But he will not go without a fight. In his first breathtaking adventure Akiri must outwit shape-shifting creatures bent on devouring his soul, battle spirit demons, become the first new dragon lord in a generation, and defy the will of the God of Death himself if he wants to live.
 
Forged in the pits of hell by the Lord of the Underworld himself, the legendary Scepter of Xarbaal was created with the sole purpose of purging the land of mortal life. In his arrogance, the Sorcerer King believes he has the strength to wield against his enemies and end the devastating war once and for all. Akiri is the only man he trusts to recover the mythical artifact. 
 
Akiri has never failed his sovereign yet, but he knows that to succeed this time could usher in the death of the world... 
 
The Scepter of Xarbaal is a brand-new, pulse-pounding novel set in a world of mad kings, vengeful gods, and soul eating demons sure to delight fans of RE Howard's Conan the Barbarian and David Gemmell's Druss the Legend. Written by multiple award winning and international bestsellers Brian D. Anderson and Steven Savile The Scepter of Xarbaal is the first standalone adventure in Akiri's tortured world.
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  1. Book 1 of 4
    Akiri
  2. Print length
    330 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Brian D. Anderson
  5. Publication date
    October 16, 2016
  6. Dimensions
    5 x 0.74 x 8 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0692795723
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0692795729
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For old-school fantasy with a modern edge, you can't do better than Steven Savile and Brian D. Anderson. If you're looking for thrilling heroics and a breathless pace, you've come to the right fellows. --Dave Gross, author Pathfinder Tales A rousing saga of swordplay and skullduggery with the best battle scenes in the business. --Kevin Andrew Murphy, author Wild Cards and Pathfinder Tales

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Brian D. Anderson (October 16, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 330 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0692795723
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0692795729
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.74 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 477 ratings

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    Steven Savile has written for Doctor Who, Torchwood, Primeval, Stargate, Warhammer, Slaine, Fireborn, Pathfinder, Arkham Horror, Rogue Angel, and other popular game and comic worlds. He won the International Media Association of Tie-In Writers award for his novel, SHADOW OF THE JAGUAR, and the inaugural Lifeboat to the Stars award for TAU CETI (co-authored with International Bestselling novelist Kevin J. Anderson). Writing as Matt Langley his young adult novel BLACK FLAG was a finalist for the People's Book Prize 2015. His latest books include SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE MURDER AT SORROWS CROWN and PARALLEL LINES a crime novel from TITAN, as well as GLASS TOWN and COLDFALL WOOD from St Martins Press.

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    Brian D. Anderson is the indie-bestselling fantasy author of The Godling Chronicles, Dragonvein, and Akiri (with co-author Steven Savile) series. His books have sold more than 500,000 copies worldwide and his audiobooks are perennially popular. After a fifteen year long career in music, he rediscovered his boyhood love of writing. It was soon apparent that this was what he should have been pursuing all along. Currently, he lives in the sleepy southern town of Fairhope, Alabama with his wife and son, who inspire him daily.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the book packed with fast-paced action and adventure. They describe it as a good read with great character development. Readers also say the book captures their interest and holds it throughout. They praise the writing quality as well-written and easy to read.

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Customers find the book packed with fast-paced action and adventure. They say the storyline is great and keeps them cleverly engrossed in the plot. Readers also mention the book has twists and turns.

"...The story was fast paced and was well written with colorful characters and a few nice twists...." Read more

"...This was an adult fantasy for sure. Action packed. The pages flew by...." Read more

"...enough tantalizing detail that does not bog down, and keeps one cleverly engrossed in the plot...." Read more

"I don't know what it is about his writing but this series is action packed just like all the others!!!..." Read more

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Customers find the book readable.

"...Definitely worth reading, and now I am jonesing for more." Read more

"This book was awesome. I could not put it down. I had to because I am a wife and mom, but I still managed to finish it in 2 days time...." Read more

"An excellent book. Twists and turns, magic and dragons, gods and elves...." Read more

"...well written and I enjoyed reading it." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the characters in the book great, straightforward, and strong.

"...It is well told and had great character development and enough mystery to keep.yiu wanting more from the back stories of the characters who dangle..." Read more

"...It goes into detail about the characters throughout without making the story-line slower...." Read more

"...The Characters have me so involved in their development that I feel as if I am with them.Great book. I would highly recommend it!" Read more

"Very good book The main character is very likable. Easy reading. Reading the 3rd in the series now." Read more

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Customers find the book engrossing, well-written, and entertaining. They mention it captures their interest, holds it throughout, and is fast-paced.

"Entertaining and a good collaborative effort from the authors...." Read more

"...Action, adventure, lust, suspense. I could list more, but that may take away from reading it yourself. This book has everything...." Read more

"Fast paced. Never a dull moment. I'm hoping Akiri gets fleshed out as the story continues. I'm a huge fan." Read more

"...Following and heartless man become a hero of sorts is intriguing and fun hard to put the book down" Read more

6 customers mention "Writing quality"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well-written and easy to read. They also appreciate the great character development.

"...The story was fast paced and was well written with colorful characters and a few nice twists...." Read more

"...It is well told and had great character development and enough mystery to keep.yiu wanting more from the back stories of the characters who dangle..." Read more

"...well written and I enjoyed reading it." Read more

"Very good book The main character is very likable. Easy reading. Reading the 3rd in the series now." Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Start
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This was an excellent beginning to the series I look forward to the next few books from this pair. The story was fast paced and was well written with colorful characters and a few nice twists. Also leaving you a few good plot points left open and I hope to explore those in the next books.
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Kindred
4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2017
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Didnt really know what to expect. This was an adult fantasy for sure. Action packed. The pages flew by. The main character was a little one dimensional and his blind devotion to an unworthy king was annoying but he could fight and was good in the bedroom with the queen oh yeah. It flitted from one action packed scene to the next. i hope there is another one i will definitely read it. I recommend this book. If you like adult fantasy this book is for you.
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Andrew Tullberg
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2017
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I recommend this book to those who wish to read about an adventure story which has all the makings of a great epic series. It is well told and had great character development and enough mystery to keep.yiu wanting more from the back stories of the characters who dangle little bits here and there that are just enough to keep.yiu from being parched from the thirst for more. I look forward to pressing the next installment from this series.
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Robert Thiemann
5.0 out of 5 stars Totally engrossing and well written
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2019
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This was quite a bit refreshing given it is about dragons and warriors of magical means. Anderson deftly submerges the reader into his story, with just enough tantalizing detail that does not bog down, and keeps one cleverly engrossed in the plot. A story with growth, finding oneself, lost but found and searching for purpose. Definitely worth reading, and now I am jonesing for more.
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Darwin
4.0 out of 5 stars A good read.
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2016
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Entertaining and a good collaborative effort from the authors. Predictable in some places, but leaves the door open for sequels, which I am looking forward to.
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Sean Oneal
5.0 out of 5 stars ... his writing but this series is action packed just like all the others
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2018
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I don't know what it is about his writing but this series is action packed just like all the others!!! It goes into detail about the characters throughout without making the story-line slower. This book makes you feel as if you were actually there with them!!!
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CenturionIXV
3.0 out of 5 stars Mediocre Everything
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021
Mediocre writing. Mediocre plot. Mediocre characters and dialogue. This book wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t anything special, either. It will do in a pinch.
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Simple Simon
5.0 out of 5 stars This book was awesome. I could not put it down
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2016
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This book was awesome. I could not put it down. I had to because I am a wife and mom, but I still managed to finish it in 2 days time. Action, adventure, lust, suspense. I could list more, but that may take away from reading it yourself. This book has everything. I am very much looking forward to the next installment.
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Robert W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2023
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Enjoyed this book as it kept me reading g for hours. Just didn't want it to end. I hope there is a continuation of the story
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sally
5.0 out of 5 stars great triology
Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2018
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have read all three books loved everyone. the characters are interesting and the action unending. love it
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Summit
5.0 out of 5 stars B. A .Anderson is my favourite Author
Reviewed in Australia on October 27, 2016
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Once again B. A. Anderson give us a 100% in this novel which totally wraps us up into a world of fantasy AKIRI is a top read from start to finish.
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Brett C Gill
3.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read
Reviewed in Australia on April 7, 2017
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Not his best book but still a good read. Hopefully the next in the series will be hit the spot. I loved the Dragonborn series.
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Leeby
5.0 out of 5 stars Good holiday read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2017
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Having just discovered this author I thought I would try this novel and I have to say it was good storyline and kept me entertained.
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