The Savage War

by Esther Wallace

FBT review:

Embark on a thrilling adventure with "The Savage War" by Esther Wallace, a captivating fantasy novel that follows the journey of Arnacin, a shepherd boy questioning his purpose, and Valoretta, princess of Mira, amidst a land engulfed in conflict and conspiracy. Join forces with them as they navigate honor, betrayal, and the looming threat of the Black Phantom in this epic tale of courage and sacrifice. Perfect for fans of Tolkien, Lewis, and Alexander, this is the first book in The Black Phantom Chronicles series that promises an immersive reading experience. Discover a world of magic, intrigue, and heroism in "The Savage War" available now on Amazon.

Publisher Description:

A young shepherd boy sets out to find his calling and stumbles upon a land at war. Arnacin of Enchantress Island must wrestle with the purpose of honor, and the conflict that ensues when it’s called into question.

Valoretta, princess of Mira, has been chosen to be her father’s successor, but at what cost? Her country is in conflict, conspiracies abound, and the native population has risen against her father, King Miro, and their people.

Everything changes when Arnacin and Valoretta join forces to secure the future of Mira. But will Arnacin’s honor be the greatest victim of The Savage War? And will the Black Phantom be Mira's doom or salvation?

For fans of:

J.R.R. Tolkien
C.S. Lewis
Lloyd Alexander
Rosemary Sutcliff

Books of The Black Phantom Chronicles series:

The Savage War (Book 1)
The Eternal Struggle (Book 2)
The Island Siege (Book 3)
The Final Drive (Book 4) – Coming Spring 2025