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A courageous orphan. An ancient evil. A mysterious medallion. In the village of Laan, Zodak endures a bleak life of misery at the hands of his hateful cousins and aunt. His steadfast uncle Ardon is his only anchor. When a water sprite arrives, speaking of destiny and an epic journey that awaits, Zodak struggles to grasp how an adventure with goblins, krikkis, and dwarves could ever be his story. But when his uncle falls in a kidnapping plot and entrusts Zodak with a mysterious medallion, Zodak flees into a vast, unknown world. Seeking answers about his past and the medallion he carries, Zodak finds himself drawn to the magnificent city Uth Becca. In his journey, he unearths a clandestine order, a corrupt Magistrate, and a sinister plot that threatens humanity's very existence. A great evil awakens. Dark hordes are on the march. In a world desperate for a hero, can an outcast be enough? Get swept away in an epic fantasy adventure with an unlikely hero on the edge of manhood, world-building reminiscent of Brandon Sanderson, and a protagonist who must decide whether to fight for truth, even if it costs him everything.

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"""This is an old-school-style fantasy in the best way....[It] is a hard-to-put-down read and leaves you ready for more. This promises to become a classic."" - Robert (Goodreads) ""...the text really made me root for young Zodak and the pacing was IMMACULATE. I couldn't put it down. Great emotional beats."" Kendra (Goodreads) An amazing coming-of-age story that reminds me of Lord of the Rings and the Stormlight Archive. - Greg (Goodreads) ""Really great themes and ideas explored here. About following your calling, making choices, and standing beside those we love. Honor, standing by your duty, and never taking a life that doesn't deserve it."" Kai (Goodreads) ""I am new to fantasy literature and was totally captivated by this beautifully written, tight, hair-raising, and inspiring story. I am already eager to read the sequel, which I hope will be coming out on Zodak's heels.""-Beret (Goodreads) ""Gripping storytelling rare for a debut. Max has started exploration of a fantastic world that seems both familiar to any reader of fantasy but that rivals Sanderson for its novelty, depth, and intrigue."" -Amazon Reader ""As an avid reader of fantasy fiction, it is refreshing to discover a writer with the gifts for world building, character development, and plot creation, all with the ability to captivate an audience. Max's works show he is just this type of unique talent, and I long for more journeys through the world of Yiduiijn."" -Goodreads Reader"

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