Preludes: Epic Fantasy in Dark Ages Britain (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798215750117)

Previously published as "The Penllyn Chronicles Collection" All Novellas and Novelettes now collected in this volume.

When a mysterious deity seeks protection for her vulnerable land, can a wise nobleman and skilled warriors meet the challenge?

Wales, 7th Century.

Tempting Fae: Returning from another of Penda's wars, Afon and Mihangel draw the ire of a fae. Can Afon recover to achielve his dream of studying under Penllyn's master swordsman?

Penllyn: Young Lord Bleddyn longs to come up with a strategy to keep his realm out of war. And with Britain bereft of a champion, he's eager to secure a diplomatic bride to help him safeguard his people from imminent danger.

Penteulu: Younger brother Neirin vows to protect the royal family who adopted him and gave him shelter after his family was slaughtered. Determined not to let the same terrible fate befall his lord, he's trained his whole life to be the deadliest swordsman in all of Europe. Although he earned the title of Master, Neirin is still uneasy his meticulous training won't be enough to stop Fadog's treachery.

Cursed: Ruadh flees from his home clan, trying to outrun his treacherous shifter brothers as they compete for the Clan Leader's chair. But, an emisarry from the Celtic Goddess has plans for him. If she can survive long enough to convince him.

To Run at Night: Brother Mihangel, retired from war by taking a monk's vows, travels a bumpy road. His carriage in the merchant caravan is commanded by an infirm noble lady. The two priests who join them aren't the biggest challenge to his sanity, when brigands attack. How can he, the former warrior prevent their demise?

These stories are interspered with interludes that reveal the machinations of the goddess. Alarmed by whispers in the Otherworld, she realises that Britain is about to face it's greatest challenge. With Arthur dead for a century, she summons a new champion, as she begins to pull the key figures together.

This volume sets the stage for the rest of the Epic Dark Fantasy Series

Preludes: Book 1 of The Penllyn Chronicles contains these post-Arthurian Urban Fantasy prequel stories. If you like mythical figures, rollicking action, and unique twists to dark fantasy stories, then you'll love Troy A. Hill's legendary adventure.

Buy Preludes to begin a mystical journey today!