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Sword Bearer: Return of the Dragons Book 1 Kindle Edition

by Teddy Jacobs (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Book 1 of 2: Return of the Dragons

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You swung a staff until you were ready to swing a sword. Then you went on all kinds of adventures -- fighting monsters, casting spells, and saving damsels in distress. At least that was how it was supposed to work, but I didn't believe a word of it.

BOOK ONE OF THE EPIC FANTASY SERIES RETURN OF THE DRAGONS

Locked in his room in the castle, young Anders yearns for adventure. Until the day he opens a magic portal and a girl bursts into his locked room with a chemical warlock hot on her trail.

And adventure finds him -- an adventure full of danger, full of blood, fire, demons and evil. To face it, he'll need the sword given him by his blademaster, need the ancient words his grandfather gave him on his deathbed. Need the song that runs in his own blood, in his veins.

A sword will be reforged, magic words discovered, battles fought, friends made and lost, secrets revealed. And blood will be spilled. But will blade, word and blood be enough?

Finished with Sword Bearer? Check out book two of Return of the Dragons: WIND RIDER, now available.

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Two forms of power - natural and chemical - divide the world. Dragons, who keep the chemical power in check, have long retreated from human sight; few still believe in them. Inside a castle surrounded by Tuscan hills more and more threatened by chemical forces, 16-year-old Anders lives a sheltered life. But much as his parents try, Anders can't avoid the forces that threaten....

Fantasy Adventure for All Ages

Eight years ago, when his dying grandfather whispered words of power in his ear, there was already something special about Anders Tomason.

But these days Anders is sick of being special. Forced to study in a locked room when he isn't having lessons, his only escape is daily practice with a staff; he hopes that one day, he'll get to swing a blade.

That day comes on his 16th birthday: Anders receives a wooden sword from his blade master, along with two surprises: a mischievous and flirtatious spirit inside the silver handle, and the dance of swordplay to the music of his own blood. Then, that same night Anders is drinking a new tea and burning incense to help him focus on his studies. But he's sick of studying, sick of being locked in. So sick of it, that in anger his blood magic opens a gateway. A girl bursts into his locked study. She has a stolen book of nature magic and a chemical warlock hot on her trail....

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MS8WZA7
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wicked Evil Press (March 10, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 10, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 621 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 158 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #21,115 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #229 in Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #229 in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #389 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy eBooks

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Teddy Jacobs writes novels full of action and adventure from his home in New England. He's happy to have the opportunity to connect with readers all over the world through Amazon. Contact him at theodore AT teddyjacobs DOT com. Visit his website at www.teddyjacobs.com

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Tag8084

Pleasant reading for teens, young adults and even this old man.

Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2017

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I chose five stars for this book because I have thoroughly enjoyed the journey this far.
The story line isn't new. Heck I don't think there are any truly new story lines out there. Most of us readers pretty much can tell from the start how the story line is going to go.
So what is it that keeps us turning the pages of a book. It is the ability of a writer to create characters that the reader can relate to ; to Build a world that and societal structure that is solid and believable. It's the ability of the writer to not only tell a story of old and making it seem new . Bringing the characters to life as Teddy Jacobs has done here in this first in the Return of the Dragons series.
It didn't take many pages before this old man of 51 years felt as if I was young again and had joined up with friends on an adventure. I was then lost to any grammatical errors or syntax error, in fact so engrossed in the story that I can not say if there are any technical writing errors whatsoever in this book. Parents don't need to worry about gratuitous sex or violence such as it seems too many writers seem to depend on these days, the main characters seem to be of Good character even if related to some not guided by a good moral compass.
Any way this is getting longer by the minute so let me wrap it up. Now finished with this first installment I am looking forward to the second installment, to when I will be taking a journey with my friends once again, for that is what it has felt like. It was easy to get to know the characters so far and to relate to them, that reading about their life, although ficticious, I find myself involved with this book to the point that I felt like I was parting ways with a group of friends and can't wait to join them again in the near future. So I hope this helps in deciding to read, or not as may be the case, this book.

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T. Fruge

Could stand improvement

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020

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*SPOILER ALERT*

Overall, I enjoyed the story. Special thanks to the Writer for not stooping to sexual situations to "spice up" the book's appeal to certain readers. Also thanks for not making the story-line a vehicle to promote a political agenda. We see far too much of this nowadays trying to pass itself off as Sci-Fi/Fantasy.

As for any bones I have to pick with the Writer...
Friend, you so over use the phrase "open your third eye", that you have single-handed made it cliche'. So much so, that were you to use it in my presence, I'd be sore tempted to poke out your good eyes.
Another thing is... Well, I just don't how else to say it, but... "Zit Demons"? Really? Oh man... and I thought Stephen King was twisted. What you should do to clear up this ugly complexion in your work is: Introduce an alchemy character who devises a "Cosmic Clearasil" to ward off those bad blackheads! ;-P
Finally, I think you're jumping too soon at charging for your books. You're not big enough yet. Sadly, I will not be reading the 2nd book... (what's it called? "Wind Breakers"? No, "Wind Rider") in this budding series for that reason.

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C. Haywood

Interesting and enjoyable

Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2013

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I found myself reading the this at every chance I had after the first few chapters. the style is an easy read. The characters are likable (except the dark lord) and I found myself wanting the next book to start right away.
I do have to say the content "and the word was" preface before a magical word was redundant. varying that statement would ave been much more enjoyable. almost felt a cringe when I would see that wording coming up.
I will be reading more of this Authors books.

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ThingiReviews

Awesome book!

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2016

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This is my 14-year-old son's review:

"Sword Bearer is an awesome book. I really can't think of anything I don't like about it (except for the complicated romance stuff, but that's always in this kind of book). There is awesome magic and a cool sword and monsters. The magic is especially intriguing, as it seems to be a blend of oriental and Germanic flavors. The plot and conflict are fast paced and exciting, and of course there is the evil, nasty villain, who reminds me of Lord Voldemort from Harry Potter. I just couldn't put it down. I just had to see what would happen next, how the magic would unfold, what the characters would do. All in all, this is a very good book and it really deserves the five stars I am giving it. As an added bonus, I didn't catch any typos. A lot of books of this kind are riddled with typos so this is really nice. Again, five stars!"

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Catherine

Too bad his parents still treat him like a child and ...

Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2017

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Anders is a teenager in a medieval magical world facing typical teenager problems (not television adults pretending to be teenagers problems): looks, girls and that love/hate relationship with the parents. Angers finally is able to beat his sword master and able to choose his own sword. It's one of his steps towards becoming a man. Too bad his parents still treat him like a child and lock him in his room to finish his studies while they go out for the evening. Anders is used to it, if annoyed, but tonight is different. Magic happens and Anders sees a girl like none he's ever seen and she's in the process of stealing a book from someone he knows. For some reason Anders feels like he has to help so he pulls her through the portal into his room.
That is how the adventure begins as Anders discovers he has more magic that he ever imagined and a destiny he never would have guessed.
I really enjoyed reading this story. There was plenty of action and a fast pace. So fast that it was over too quick. So why 4 stars? It's supposed to the first book in Return of the Dragons. There are no dragons in this book. There is no dragons mentioned in the book. There is no one nicknamed dragon. Where were the dragons? Book 2?

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Aviar Savijon

Sword Bearer

Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2022

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The best book I have read so far this year. The depth of the main character Anders is remarkable as it is unveiled throughout the book. Brilliant, engaging, it was as if you are being lead through the fantasy tale right beside him. I loved it!!!!!!

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Jennifer Reed

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on May 11, 2017

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item as described

Allantoyou

Four Stars

Reviewed in Australia on August 29, 2017

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Good read, kept my interest.

AlanB

A great adventure

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 25, 2016

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Fast and furious action on every page. A book not to put down until you have finished and then wanting more .. Brilliant .

Bhupinder Cheema

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 9, 2018

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Maksim

Okay

Reviewed in Canada on June 28, 2016

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I chose this rating because the book was not that exciting. The author needs to add some excitement other than that it was good. I would suggest this to people who want to read the whole series. I hope that the author adds for adventure in the next book if he wants to get good reviews.😁😁😁😐😐😐