Volume 1 valducan by skorkowsky, seth from amazons fiction books store. I make youtube videos about games and gaming with my. Damoren valducan, book 1 by seth skorkowsky book cover, description, publication history. After the murder of his mentor, the previous wielder of hounacier, malcolm returns to. My debut novel, damoren, an urban fantasy featuring nasty monsters, modernday knights, and a sentient pistol, was released in 2014 and is the first of my valducan series. Seth would love it, and we bet itd make him write book two, hounacier, that much quicker. Urban fantasy has become something of a winding road in recent years as it has become deluged with endless knockoffs of the same basic character types. Each valducan knight is sworn to a holy weapon imbued with a unique power and each has their own story to tell.
Hounacier, the second book in the valducan series and the sequel to seth skorkowskys damoren, deals with the weilder of the demon slaying machete hounacier, malcolm romero. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading damoren the valducan book 1. All too often, authors drop the ball with sequels, and use the same success formula they used for book 1, and you end up feeling like you got nothing new. After the murder of his mentor, the previous wielder of hounacier, malcolm returns to new orleans to try and find the killer. Matt hollis is the current wielder of the holy weapon, damoren.
Apr 06, 2015 interview with seth skorkowsky, author of damoren and hounacier. If you enjoy demon hunters, occult, action, adventure with a touch of romance, you will love this series. For the writer, however, crafting a good fight scene can be an epic struggle to find the right blend of pacing and action. Each valducan knight is sworn to a sacred weapon and each has their own story to tell. Mountain of daggers is the first book in this collection of tales by seth skorkowsky, the author of damoren, book one of the bestselling valducan urban fantasy series. Duperre author 2017 jacked kirk dougal author 2016 damoren valducan series book 1 seth skorkowsky author 2014 corrupts absolutely.
This is the 2nd book from seth skorkowsky i have purchased off amazon. Although it will read perfectly fine as a selfcontained novel, i was also happy to see that it is a book one implying that there will be more in the future. This is the first book ive read in the urban fantasy genre, so i cant compare it to. I have been coming to check to see when the next book for his valducan series would be published and i found this book has been published first. That said, the story, pacing, and mythology in damoren were similar to that of. Luc gave a proud smile and swung the ancient mace once in a downward sweep. If i were to oversimplify the first book, damoren, id call it one of those lone hero in a big world sort of story as hes enfolded in the greater battle.
Structurally the book is set out from a single point of view matt hollis, a demon hunter wielding the holy weapon damoren a gun blade as he kills demons and joins up with an order of folk the valducans who all wield holy weapons. Hounacier valducan book 2 is available now for the kindle, from ragnarok publications, through. For more information about the valducan series, go to. That said, the story, pacing, and mythology in damoren were similar to that of buffy the vampire slayer, angel, hellboy, and even league of extraordinary gentlemen. Damoren, valducan book 1 is the first in a series of unknown length. Still, it would be good to read them in order to know what happened previously and understand the special weapons. Velnepo is one of the original eight valducan weapons, allan said. After reading damoren, book 1 in the valducan series, i was excited for hounacier, but nervous at the same time, fearing it wouldnt live up to the awesomeness that was and is damoren. Read damoren 39 page page 39 reads book online,top. When the valducan order expands, one thing id love to see is more kickass female knights like luiza. Damoren has an excellent flow to the story, and the characters are interesting and have good character arcs to follow and listen to again. I have to say i enjoyed this just as much as his first book damoren. In the same vein as supernatural, hellboy, and blade comesdamoren.
Damoren by seth skorkowsky is the first volume of the valducan series of urban fantasy novels. Damoren by seth skorkowsky is book one of the valducan series. Damoren is the best book ive read this year would you listen to damoren again. You might really enjoy damoren valducan book 1 by our own usskorkowsky. Damoren is an exciting debut, as it offers the best of both urban fantasy and thrillers have to offer. Damoren is a rare treat, a wonderful swordswinging story with a wellchosen narrator who never gets in the way of the words, but delivers a really solid performance of a book that needs little embellishment, only clarity and grace in delivery.
Damoren the valducan book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access. Interview with seth skorkowsky, author of damoren and. Download and read free online damoren valducan book 1 by seth skorkowsky. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Tension builds steadily as the stakes increase and bray keeps listeners on the edge of their seats. With other case, little folks like to read book damoren valducan book 1. Damoren valducan book 1 by seth skorkowsky damoren valducan book 1 by seth skorkowsky in the same vein as supernatural, hellboy, and blade a secret society of monster hunters. As malcolm struggles with his defilement and the loss of his holy machete, hounancier, order member matt romero from book 1, damoren arrives, determined to slay malcolm and the demon within him. Read damoren 10 page page 10 reads book online,top. His debut urban fantasy novel, damoren, the first of his valducan series, was published in 2014. From intimate duels to the death to epic battles, the fight scene is a cornerstone of speculative fiction. Order member matt romero from book 1, damoren arrives, determined to slay malcolm and the demon within him.
The second book, hounacier, definitely returns to that grandeur in the end, but felt more focused on the tenebrous thaumaturgy of. Now, a mysterious enemy is stealing holy weapons across south america, leaving a trail of bodies in its wake. Hounacier by seth skorkowsky read by rc bray audiobook. Mountain of daggers by seth skorkowsky nook book ebook. That said, the story, pacing, and mythology in damoren were similar to that of buffy the vampire slayer, angel, hellboy, and even league of extraordinary. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. My other biggest passion is tabletop role playing games. Still, it would be good to read them in order to know what happened previously and understand the special weapons and why they are so important to the men who wield them. Hounacier valducan book 2 by seth skorkowsky librarything. Mountain of daggers tales of the black raven volume 1.
While this is the third book in the series there are twists and turns that keep the story very fresh. Damoren the valducan book 1 kindle edition by skorkowsky, seth. Damoren by seth skorkowsky overdrive rakuten overdrive. Allan turned to a small asian man holding a katana. Damorens hook is a centuriesold organization dedicated to destroying demons, vampires and the likeand also serve as protectors of a variety of holy weapons crafted particularly for the vanquishing of evil. Seth skorkowsky writes a story that is an excellent combination of horror, action and mythology, furthermore his writing flows smoothly and makes for a. I make youtube videos about games and gaming with my continue reading home.
Seth skorkowsky writes a story that is an excellent combination of horror, action and mythology, furthermore his writing flows smoothly and makes for a damned good read as well. Mar 09, 2015 this is the 2nd book from seth skorkowsky i have purchased off amazon. This book felt like two and half story lines that all were smooshed together. Three years have passed since valducan knight matt hollis defeated tiamats cult, but her demonic children are still a threat. An ancient order wages a hidden war against demons and dark cults. Us release, out in canada in may the greece of the door in the mountain book 1 of a twopart series is a place where children are marked by gods and goddesses. Seth skorkowsky audiobooks collection 6 unabridged books. Oct 05, 2015 from intimate duels to the death to epic battles, the fight scene is a cornerstone of speculative fiction.
Id love to go into some of these twists and how some of them were an emotion punch to the gut, but no spoilers if you like book 1 and 2 of the series this is yet another strong entry. Peter clines author lincoln crisler illustrator 2015 kaiju rising tim marquitz editor jeremy robinson author. In the same vein as supernatural, hellboy, and blade comes. Though there is a nod to the first novel, it stands on its own as a separate volume. Typically each book has had a theme and this was the first that did not. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Mountain of daggers is the first book in this collection of tales by seth skorkowsky, the author of damoren, book one of the bestselling valducan urban fantasy. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The novel wraps up well enough to stand alone, but exciting enough you will want to continue on to the next in the series. This is the first book ive read in the urban fantasy genre, so i cant compare it to any other books. Hounacier works well on its own and is one that comes with my highest recommendation. Raised in the swamps and pine forests of east texas, seth skorkowsky gravitated to the darker sides of fantasy, preferring horror and pulp heroes over knights in shining armor.
Seth has also released two swordandsorcery rogue collections with his tales of the black raven series. An ancient order of knights wages a hidden war against demons, monsters, and dark cults. Apr 14, 2014 damoren by seth skorkowsky is the first volume of the valducan series of urban fantasy novels. Although id recommend reading book 1 first, its really not necessary. What other book might you compare damoren to and why. Brays tempered reading helps assuage some of the storys gruesome scenes. As one of the only two major female characters, i wasnt surprised that the role of love interest fell to her as well.
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