The Shintae - an Adventure / Fantasy Novel by Yorkshire Author Brian R Hill

A novel by Brian R Hill

Genre: Adventure / Fantasy ISBN: 1-4137-8324-4

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Synopsis

After recovering The Shintae, an ancient relic of mystical properties, the Maraén warrior Kaér is surprised by the enemy and left for dead. Surviving his injuries Kaér is once more charged with retrieving The Shintae and, with his companion Angharad, travels deep into the Cantaén Mountains in search of the object. Together, Kaér and Angharad face great danger, adventure and all-out war before their arduous task can be completed.

Standing in Kaér and Angharad's way is Sartae, an antagonist whose evil ambitions know no bounds. A leader, whose cruelty and hatred is legendary. As the mission progresses, Kaér and Angharad receive help from the most unlikely of sources but in the end, they must use all their skill and knowledge to keep themselves alive. As the venture races to its explosive climax, even this may not prove sufficient.

"The Shintae, a mysterious stone with magical powers, is entrusted to the forest-dwelling Maraéns. The Cantaéns, the Maraéns’ enemies living in the mountains, steal the stone to use against them. The Maraén hero, Kaer, manages to get the stone back but is ambushed by a group of Cantaéns and loses the Shintae to them. The race is on to retrieve the Shintae before the Cantaéns learn to decipher the words that will set free its incredible power. Brian R. Hill’s fantasy tale is richly told. His characters are strong, determined and dedicated to their tasks. They face many obstacles yet refuse to yield to any of them. Mr. Hill’s story takes the reader on an incredible journey..."

Author Patricia Perry "Quest for the Source of Darkness" (7/06)

"...As a first book, Brian R. Hill has a hit on his hands. I found it to be an easy read, yet one I had trouble putting down. The action begins in the first two pages and is non-stop right to the end of the book. I look forward to seeing more by this author."

Rebecka Vigus for Reader Views (2/06)

"Shintae is a most fascinating book. Mr. Hill takes you on a vivid journey that allows the reader to get a feel of the landscape and surroundings of Kaér's adventures....The writing is full of creativity...Mr Hill keeps the reader completely embedded in the story until the final end and then some. The secondary characters complete the story keeping it smoothly flowing making this read a page-turner."

Linda - Lighthouse Literary Reviews (1/06)

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Interviews

Reader View's Irene Watson's interview with Brian (Feb/06)