Writer Reviews

> Paul Cave, Author of ‘Something of the Night’ & ‘Cold Light of Day’

Captain Jack Sparrow, Hannibal Lecter, Jimmy the Hand, are just some of the better-known antiheroes from recent generations. Meet Connor, an outlaw on the run from an evil oppressor for a botched assassination attempt. Like most modern heroes, Connor has a mixture of controlled brutality, deep-rooted integrity and subtle humour. Add a band of diverse individuals, including a dwarf, a loyal warrior and Connor’s love interest – the enigmatic Janice, which help him on his journey, and you’ve got all the ingredients for a thrilling tale.

Just one example of its genius is the idea of ‘Sundering’, which has the souls of Elves being split into two different entities – one half good, the other bad, both connected in mortal destiny – an idea which some would use as the premise for an entire novel.

Robert Auty has a contemporary style of writing, coupled with a ‘Ye Oldie’ subtext, which works brilliantly. If this is the first of a trilogy then I wait eagerly for the following sequels. Equal in its scope to Raymond E. Fiest’s Magician, and David Eddings’ Belgariad series, Trance Warriors is a valuable addition to the fantasy genre.

If you’re looking for a new and exciting yarn, then ‘Trance Warriors’ will not disappoint. Congratulations Robert on an excellent debut novel!

> Michael J. Marfleet, Author of ‘Romance With Death’

This truly fantastic read includes a complex brew of characters fueled seperately by avarice and a mission to protect. This is the first of what promises to be a series of adventures of the hero, Connor the ‘Trance Warrior’, fighting a bloody hand-to-hand war with evil forces in imagined worlds – now and the hereafter. This novel is a tribute to Auty’s extremely active imagination and creative ability. For those who enjoy non-stop, roller-coaster, violent action.

> Jim Dawkins, Author of ‘The Loose Screw’

This is a great book which transforms you from the first page into a magical fantasy land. It is the first instalment of a proposed trilogy and Robert should be highly commended for this his first book in what is a powerful and passionate tale of adventure. It is extremely well written and a terrific story which deserves to be recognized as a future sci-fi classic. Well done Robert and I like many am sure looking forward to the next instalment in this absorbing story.

> Sheila Woods, Author of ‘Maud’s Stone

A very good read, exciting and you definitely can’t put this one down until the end.

> Mark S. Bennison, Author of ‘Military Rule’

Fantasy fans will love this one. Trance Warriors: The Siege of Scarn is a quality read, believable fantasy in a violent world. The plot, from the first page, thickens, flows and concludes – knowing there is more to come – effortlessly with a fast pace and ease of reading. The action jumps from the page and spells a movie with imagination, excitement and emotion, headed by the book’s hero, Conner, who develops within the twists and turns of the plot. Also, humour is provided by the dwarf, Stort, which lightens the mood. Each individual character, for which there are many, has been carefully crafted and created with the skill of a seasoned writer; each chasing their own destiny and beliefs, some with heroic honour and some with sinister cunning you would come to expect from fantasy fiction. No doubt, the book will be compared to the like of Lord of the Rings. Why not? It’s as good! And, if it helps towards the success of Trance Warriors, it can’t be a bad comparison. I’m sure we will see Trance Warriors: The Siege of Scarn on the big screen. I look froward to the next instalment and the chase for the nine pieces. Well done, Robert – an inspiration for new writers.

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