All he wanted was to end the war. Fate had other plans.
Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on The Crown of Stones Complete Trilogy from author C.L. Schneider, a dark epic fantasy that follows a man addicted to magic in a world where magic is reviled and its users are enslaved.
The trilogy includes three complete novels plus a preview of the first book of a forthcoming series:
The trilogy includes three complete novels plus a preview of the first book of a forthcoming series:
- Magic-Price, Book 1 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy
- Magic-Scars, Book 2 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy
- Magic-Borne, Book 3 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy
- The Wandering Isles, a sneak peek at Book 1 of Soulbound Journeys
"The perfect blend of fantasy and adventure...a tale of magic, bravery, and war." ~Readers' Favorite
The Crown of Stones Complete Trilogy
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery FantasyComing August 20: Pre-order now!
Price: $2.99
An adult epic fantasy that follows the trials of Ian Troy, a man born with an addiction to magic living in a world where magic is reviled and its users are enslaved.The Crown of Stones Trilogy holds an adventure that transports you to a shattered land in need of rescue, an immersive reading experience that drops you into the mind of exiled soldier Ian Troy. Travel with Ian as he returns to the past to save the future, crossing time to solve the mystery of The Crown of Stones, his true connection to the artifact, and the role it played in shaping all their lives.
Read on to learn more about each book in the trilogy...
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price
Book 1 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy4.3 stars, 484 ratings
From $4.99 (free via Kindle Unlimited)
What if you were born with an addiction to magic? What if your pleasure meant their pain?The brutality of war was all Ian Troy had ever known. Peace was all he ever wanted. Fate had other plans when it placed the Crown of Stones, an ancient artifact of untold power, into his battle-weary hands. With one reckless wish, he ended a conflict that had been tearing the realms apart since before he was born. And paid a terrible price.
A decade later, Ian is still haunted by that tragic day. Running from the blood in his veins and on his hands, he struggles to forget—what he’s done and what he is. But when a fateful encounter with a pretty assassin brings his past crashing into the present, denial is no longer an option.
Praise for Magic-Price
- Bronze Medal - Epic Fantasy, Readers' Favorite International Book Awards
- First Place - Fantasy, Top Shelf Book Awards
- "One of the most original fantasy novels I have ever read." ~Peachy Keen Reviews
- "The characters are beautifully flawed and realized. The story is a fine addition to any collection...a very bright star that is well worth your notice." ~Red Star Reviews
- "A fantastic read...dark fantasy with a twist." ~Stephen Rhodes, Fantasy Faction
- "A rollicking, unpretentious good adventure." ~Readers' Favorite
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars
Book 2 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy4.6 stars, 251 ratings
From $4.99 (free via Kindle Unlimited)
They took it all: his will, his freedom, his magic. How far will he go to get it back?Struggling to reconcile the man he once was with the man prison made him, Ian Troy emerges from captivity to an unfamiliar world gripped with fear. In the wake of his fall, those he cares for suffered their own grim fates, leaving friends endangered and scattered.
His old enemy, Draken of Langor, seized control of Mirra’kelan and named himself High King. Draken’s brutal reign sparked a desperate rebellion that Ian now finds himself a part of. His one task: recover and repair the Crown of Stones, in the hope that it will tip the balance in their brewing revolution.
Praise for Magic-Scars
- "A story that rivals the best books in the fantasy genre." ~Amazon UK Review
- "The sophistication of magic spells, sources of magic and their effects continue to impress, they hold me to the story and don't let go. Every chapter left me needing more, and at every turn of the story, I felt more and more connected to Troy and his quest." ~The Scary Reviews
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne
Book 3 of The Crown of Stones Trilogy4.6 stars, 215 ratings on Goodreads
From $4.99 (free via Kindle Unlimited)
How far can a man fall before he can’t rise again?In one fell swoop, the resistance was shattered. Lives were taken. Hope was lost. Peace slipped like grains of sand through his fingers. So did the Crown of Stones. Now, forced into hiding, Ian Troy grapples for a way to save the realm—and free its people—from the sadistic clutches of Mirra'kelan's new self-appointed emperor.
Entrusted with the future of his race, Ian becomes the linchpin for lasting change. But how much burden can one man carry? And how much is he willing to sacrifice in the name of peace?
Praise for Magic-Borne
- "Intricate, fast-paced, and angsty, it was filled with nail-biting intrigue and suspense, heartbreaking moments. and crazy situations." ~Cover2Cover Reviews
- "Beautifully written, vivid description, compelling action...Magic Borne will not disappoint." ~Michael R. Stern, author of the Quantum Touch Series
About the Author
C.L. Schneider was born in a small Kansas town on the Missouri river, and grew up in a house of avid readers and overflowing bookshelves. While her main focus is epic and urban fantasy for adults, she dabbles in all areas of speculative fiction. Her stories tend to be dark, conflict-laden tales full of magic and mystery, action and intrigue, antiheroes and villains, monsters and myths, friendship, love, loss and sacrifice—with enough twists to give you whiplash. Learn more at clschneiderauthor.com, where you can read reviews, excerpts, sneak peeks and teasers, subscribe to her newsletter, and join her Street Team. Be sure to also follow her online:
