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The Elvish Prophecy (The Paladin Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Neil Port (Author), Jeff Palley (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 408 ratings
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850 years ago the once mighty Western Elves were fatally weakened by the sacking of Elvish Troia and then almost totally destroyed by a cataclysmic invasion of barbarian hordes that came soon after. They now remain only in scattered settlements in the Black Sea region of Anatole. The Eastern Elves hold the last of the elf cities, the magnificent mountain fortress of Elgard to the east and to the north of Anatole, but the Elves themselves are fading. The have lost almost all their magic, and they are hardly greater than the Humans they once ruled.
The final destruction of the Elves has been foretold two thousand years before, and now the time is all but upon them. Only through an ancient prophecy can they be saved, but it will require every bit of love, sacrifice and courage that a group of extraordinary people have to give. An Elf Princess, an eleven year old gypsy orphan girl, and a mercenary tribesman are the first to be called. They must unite in a desperate search through Anatole for the key to the survival of the Elves, but first they have to stay alive!
An epic fantasy set in Greek Turkey on the cusp of an invasion by the unbeatable Makedóne army from the west and the appearance of a new and far more dangerous barbarian far to the East. (realistic content).

All proceeds from sales of this and subsequent books will be given to registered charities see http://www.neilport.com/ for details.
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A brilliant job of writing ... merges elves into Greek mythology and creates strong and fascinating characters. Truly memorable ... will touch readers' minds and hearts everywhere.
Rating: 5.0 stars Reviewed by Alice DiNizo for Readers Favorite


An intriguing story that weaves fantasy with history. The author's obvious love of history and incredible imagination ...results in a wonderful book. Paladin implies a sense of valour and honour, and these are both strong elements in the novel.
Ingenious and intelligently created. There is thick and fast action but calmer, slower paced sections that provide the background and allow us to see the characters develop and interact. The humans and elves we meet are rounded, plausible people whose heads we can enter.
An intricate universe with its own lexicon, customs and beliefs. There is a little bit of 'info dumping' here and there but this is necessary since this is the first novel in a series. The author handles it well and keeps us interested. This is what one could term an intellectual, historic fantasy novel that is a delight to read.
Rating: 5.0 stars Reviewed by Stephanie Dagg for Readers Favorite

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The first book in the series,one that is hard to put down, with plenty of action and pace , spaced with quieter passages, an exotic historical setting, richly drawn, and characters you will come to love (as I have)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00A7IOFJC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Neil Port Independent Press (November 5, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 5, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2222 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 586 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 408 ratings

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Neil has been a day dreamer all his life, creating stories in his head. He retired from a medical career to write and play a little bad golf. When his wife, dog and family allow him, he loves disappearing into a world of swords, warriors, warrior women and elves. His love of ancient history has resulted in his fantasy series being set in exotic locations in ancient times.

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Dave K.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book! and by the way, this is a real review!
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2016
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I have found reading Adventure Fantasy Genre books a nice escape in my free time for the last few years. In that time I have used a Kindle and mostly seek free books, but most of time it is the first book of a series. Often that book is no well written and I have no desire to pay for any of the rest. Well this book is the first of a series and although it was free I have definitely decided to acquire the rest of the series after enjoying this one so much. If you are looking at the cover art and the title you may be hesitant to give it a try look a lot less hardcore than most of the books in the genre. Well I have found it a pleasant surprise with plenty of action and better characters that most of what I have been reading of late.
This writer builds characters very well, and makes you want each one to succeed/triumph. The beginning of the book does involve a flashback, and while I have been less than thrilled with style of writing in the past, Neil did a great job and really built the main character's back story to allow me to understand his past and what he is fighting for. The Paladin is a warrior for good, and while he kills without remorse, he only does so with the knowledge that it is the right thing to do (interesting paradox). There is much mention of Karma, and that our souls are everlasting so the way I see it, sometimes a bad guy has to die it is so they can come back an atone in the next life. There is very little magic in the first book other than healing powers, but the sense that each of the characters is destined to complete their own a spiritual journey is truly easy to feel and understand.
Most of the books that I read in the Genre are based on fantasy worlds with magical creatures and strange beings of unearthly origins. Neil based this book on Earth and in the middle Eurasia area, and he also set a time frame of somewhere in the range of 350 BC. There are no magically invented creatures (except for the Elves which are no longer magical but trying to regain that power) and most if not all of the ethnic groups Neil uses are real historical peoples of this part of earth in that time frame.
There is to be a great struggle for control of lands and resources and the "good guys" are brought together under the leadership of the main character and bond together to fight and defend their lands from the coming tide of aggressors. Obviously I do not want to give away too much of the plot, but it may help interested readers to know that in this first book our hero finds out that there is a Prophecy and he is a part of it. The fighting skills and spiritual connections of the Paladin are captivating and compelling. At this point in the real world here in the U.S. there is a Presidential election coming. The two main candidates in this election are not very popular and I for one wish we could get a leader to come forward that everyone can trust, and that will fight for the people of our country just like the hero in this book. Self sacrifice and the belief that we each can feel a guiding force compelling us to help each other and to fight for the greater good is a nice thing to focus on in my spare time.
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Mark Asher
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read...
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2016
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I genuinely liked this book. I loved how it took actual history and mixed it with slight slant toward fantasy. The main character of Hakeem is pretty awesome. He is a great guy with kick-butt fighting skills and the more you read about him, the more intriguing he becomes. I loved the prophecy and how it started to be fulfilled. The frustrating part I had with the book was with Hakeem's interaction with two other key characters. It just didn't seem...like it fit with the book, although it technically did and was needed. I can see that. Especially with where the series is headed. I am excited to see where it will go from here and I hope that it gets better from here!
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Shirley
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2013
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This is the second time I have read the Elvish Prophecy and I enjoyed it more this time. I judge a good story by whether it keeps me engaged, provides some surprises, enough description to create a world which I can visualise and wander in, and whether I care what happens to the characters. The Prophecy met these criteria. It is fast paced and engaging. I had trouble putting it down. I quickly came to like Elana, Jacinta and Hakeem. Like all fantasy epics these are heroes with a quest. Social issues are woven throughout the story. Like most epics this one presents the reader with ethical dilemmas and challenges them to consider the choices made by the main characters. There is violence, implied and actual, emotional and physical. Non is gratuitous. There are moments of touching beauty, sadness and joy. Kindness abounds. I find it difficult to compare the Prophecy with other fantasy series I have read and enjoyed such as the Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan, and The Warded Man, The Desert Spear, The Daylight War by Peter V. Brett, amongst others. The Prophecy focusses less on evil, it is less dark. It can be amusing and confronting. Reading the Prophecy made me decide to reread some older epics such as the dragon series by Anne McCaffrey. I recommend the Prophecy and am waiting for book two.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Predict you'll like it ..alot
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2013
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The Elvish Prophecy the Paladin Chronicles.

Hakeem is my heroe. This heroe knows honor, and will gladly kill you in combat without the slightest hesitation while making your death have meaning. Hakeem commands without regret, he is both a holy warrior and a destroyer of evil. Mind you, he suck around how to deal with women, especially women he falls in love with, but he is a killing machine.
As far as Elana are Elvish heroine, I can say only this she soounds sexy, brilliant and knows what she wants although her adopted daughter has to remind her from time to time.
Jacinta you'll like her, that's all I need to say. The story was long, very long and probably didn't have to be so long, but it was entertaining. It kept my attention and I wanted more. This simple read is great when you want to curl up to a nice glass of wine and read by a fireplace. The story was not complex and the characters you'll want to remember. Hopefully part 2 comes out soon.
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Judy
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and detailed saga of a world very much like our own
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2018
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This book is like our world but with elves and magic. I enjoyed reading this very much, granted there was more information regarding history and geography than necessary but it did give a clearer understanding of the people and motives. The similarities between our history and theirs was not lost on me but I wish I knew where and what the differences were. Hakeem is an awesome character and his compassion, faith, strength and intelligence were amazing. His daughter and wife were also something to behold !
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5.0 out of 5 stars An interesting story, can't wait to read the rest of the series.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2016
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I was given this book free with the promise of an unbiased review.

When I started this book I was not really sure it was the sort that would interest me but the main character was so interesting I kept on reading. When other prime characters were gradually introduced I became more interested until I reached a point of Bang! I just couldn't put the book down. The story is quite uniqe and intriguing and once hooked you can't get away. I bought the second book before I had quite finished the first. A very good read and well written.

This book is about Elves who are confined to a couple of areas as their civilization has dwindled over time. They have a prophecy that they believe will bring them back and make them strong again. Elana is their young Queen and it is her duty to fulfill the prophecy. The only problem is, it would seem the people reading the prophacy have got it wrong.

These books are a story about Humans and Elves. Llively and interesting adventures, that could have easily been a part of human history.
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April
4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing and a great read! I have read this book throughout the night to the next morning!!
Reviewed in Australia on October 19, 2016
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One great thing I liked about this book was how it incorporated real history into the fantasy setting presented. I got into this book as soon as I was able to access it.

I was given the opportunity to read this book (E-book format) through the author, who provided it for free on here. To begin, the story plot got more interesting as I read more into the book. At first, I was having trouble following the story due to stumbling on unknown names of people, cities and so on, but was soon starting to memorize them quicker as they were quite unique. From the very beginning, the story had been very descriptive and readers were well informed about what's going on, where it is set and more. Then it moves onto introducing the main character, Hakeem, who goes on a journey or more so, an adventure - this main character was well written, mostly because I enjoyed that fact that he was talented with fighting and had the skills. The interesting part was that the more you read on, the more fascinating of a character Hakeem became, the way he interacts with other characters around him and the way he acts, etc.

As the story unfolds, the more I know about the prophecy and how it begins to become fulfilled. I admit that I did find the book a bit lengthy, however this does not mean that I was not up for the challenge. Also, the book cover is visually pleasant, and had caught my attention from the very beginning. For me, a beautifully designed/artistic book cover and an interesting story plot are the main things that I look for in a book, and I believe that this book has achieved both.

Overall, the way this book is written really captivates you and brings you to open up your imagination. I really enjoyed reading this from the beginning to the end, and look forward to what's to come as the series progresses - hopefully it will only get better.
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Patricia Bunting
4.0 out of 5 stars A well constructed plot
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 22, 2018
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The Elvish Prophecy is the first of five books in the series, The Paladin Chronicles. Book 1 is a fascinating and unique story, set in the area we now know as Eurasia, i.e. the lands that straddle both Europe and Asia. The areas featured in the story were once part of the Ancient Greek Empire and the book is an intriguing mix of Greek mythology and fantasy. It is evident from reading this book that the author has done a lot of research into the history of Ancient Greece. Locations and peoples named in the story appear to be real, historical ones.
The overall plot is well-constructed and intriguing, has plenty of action and is mostly fast paced. However, a few sections of heavy description and explanation do hold it up a little in parts. The author does a good job of drawing us straight in with an exciting battle and we are immediately introduced to the main protagonist, Hakeem. The story then takes a flash back to Hakeem’s earlier years as a trainee monk before continuing his story throughout the book.
As Hakeem leaves behind his old life at the abbey and sets out to join the Shantawi mercenaries to train as a paladin – a warrior who fights for the good – he gradually develops into, and come to terms with, the killing machine he was destined to be. He also meets and interacts with several more interesting characters, including a feisty Gypsy girl and an Elvish princess. We are introduced to life at the Elvish court and the intrigues taking place there, all of which revolve around the princess and the stepmother and half-brother who hate her.
An old elvish prophecy soon becomes a focal point in the story, the fulfilment of which the Elves believe will see a return of their former power. This prophecy also pre-determines the future life of the Elvish princess.
The characters are well drawn, mostly believable, and contrast well with each other. The only thing that prevents me giving the book 5 stars is, in my opinion, the serious overuse of exclamation marks. This did detract from my personal enjoyment of an exciting story.
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amanda
5.0 out of 5 stars Unexpected
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 3, 2017
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I have to say I loved this book, really did not expect to be so engrossed, read it in one go and am really looking forward to reading the next.
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Mrs. Bruce
3.0 out of 5 stars Started well, but very slow afterwards
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 4, 2017
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This book started well and then rather fell away, in my opinion.
Hakeem leaves the priesthood aged 18 and becomes a mercenary. He is such a good fighter
that he quickly becomes important to the king. Aged 22 he rescues a gypsy girl, Jacinta, aged 11.
Here the story was very slow as he trains her to be a fighter and goes into a lot about philosophy and
his god. I also found it rather unbelievable that the girl would sit on his lap and later call him father and
then call an 18 year old "mother" rather than looking on them as an older brother and sister.

I have always read that elves could live for hundreds of years, but there was no mention of that in this book.
Also, apart from mentioning their ears, the elves might just as well have been humans. We are told early in
the book that Hakeem became a blood brother of an elf, Elwan, but Elwan got hardly a mention!

There were some fast paced parts with a bit of fighting but on the whole it was very padded out and the
book could have been much shorter. There were 3 or 4 pages towards the end devoted to hair dyeing!
Sorry, but I wouldn't read more in this series.
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