Defenders of Myth: Beginnings (Book 1 of an Epic Fantasy Series)

Name: Defenders of Myth: Beginnings (Book 1 of an Epic Fantasy Series)
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Rating: 4.3 (629 reviews)
Author: Michael Gisman

by Michael Gisman

Fantasy Science Fiction Fantasy

4.3 (629)

4.3 stars from 629 reviews. Top 94% of Fantasy books we track.

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Perfect for you if...

You love epic fantasy with intricate plots and genuine plot twists that reframe what you thought you knew.
You want a protagonist who stumbles into his destiny rather than choosing it, then has to figure out what it means.
You appreciate rich magic systems and a cast of allies who feel like real people, not just sidekicks.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer standalone novels over series commitments, even though this one's completed.
You want your fantasy grounded in realism rather than mythical creatures and interdimensional stakes.
You're looking for a quick, light read rather than something with layered mythology and political intrigue.

About this book

Kalend lives peacefully at a monastery until his mentor forces him to flee from enemies he never knew existed. Hunted by twin warlocks and a ruthless king, he learns shocking truths: he has a sister with powerful magic, his parents were murdered nobility, and his destiny is connected to forces that could reshape entire worlds. As he escapes his pursuers, Kalend gains unexpected allies—a shape-shifting woman, a mysterious sorcerer, a horse with secrets, and members of a cryptic underground society. Together they race toward the warlocks' island stronghold, but discover the conspiracy runs deeper than murder and politics. An ancient power is awakening, portals are opening between worlds, and mythical creatures now roam the land. Kalend's quest to uncover his family's mysteries may cost him everything as he embarks on an epic fantasy adventure to save not only his own world but also a faraway land from encroaching darkness. This is the first book in a completed four-book series.

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Currently 4.3★ from 629 reviews

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