Bayen's Women (ePub)

"e;The soldier, the drunk, the spoiled prince, and the woman he sent to be trained to service him, each of these main characters narrates the story, adding their own point of view and coloring the events of the tale in a way that is engaging and unique."e; - Natasha, GoodreadsThis novella is part four of Ghosts in the Yew, also available as a collection.The capital takes notice of Enhedu and the depths of one man's magic are tested."e;If you cross this bridge with us, what awaits you is pain. Some do not survive it, so the decision to bring you was not made lightly. We cannot help you, and once started, there is no turning back."e;Love is worth fighting for in this epic fantasy surrounded by the mystery of old gods, blood magic, and statecraft. Ignited by redemption and conquest, this journey will test their struggles to survive and will put them at odds with their families, their nation, and the very powers that shaped the world. But, this story is bigger than these things.It's bigger than all of us.You can read the trilogy in full volumes, or broken up into five novellas each.The Vestal SeriesA tale of violent magic, intrigue, and statecraft, the Vesteal Series is the story of four souls that are banished beyond the edge of the map to a land of gnarled forests, ancient magic, and the site of a terrible murder. Their struggles to survive will put them at odds with their families, their nation, and the very powers that shaped the world.1. Ghosts in the Yew Novella 1 - Beyond the Edge Novella 2 - Opposing Oaths Novella 3 - Reckless Borders Novella 4 - Bayen's Women Novella 5 - Falling Tides2. Native Silver Novella 1 - Sutler's Road Novella 2 - Forgotten Stairs Novella 3 - Thrall's Wine Novella 4 - Corsair Princess Novella 5 - Tanayon Born 3. The Vastness Novella 1 - Silent Rebellion Novella 2 - The River War Novella 3 - The Blinded Novella 4 - Crimson Valley Novella 5 - Singer's Reward"e;While Ghosts in the Yew is action filled and magical, Mr Hausladen has obviously done his research and brings his high-finance background to bear in developing a detailed and complex background that includes socio-economic underpinnings and drivers in a world that seems all too realistic."e; - RickM, Goodreads