The Kinshield Legacy (Kinshield Saga Series #1)

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The Kinsheild LegacyFrom the very first page, The Kinshield Legacy grabs you by the throat and propels you into a world of magic, sorcery, jeweled-eyed gargoyles and a sisterhood of fe-male warriors. A world where beyonders savage unsuspecting travelers; where a dark, yet charismatic, wizard covets the king's throne for his own and will let no one get in his way-including the rightful ruler. He who claims the King's Bloodstone shall reign as king. Enter Gavin Kinshield, warrant knight and rune solver, a man ...
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Overview

The Kinsheild LegacyFrom the very first page, The Kinshield Legacy grabs you by the throat and propels you into a world of magic, sorcery, jeweled-eyed gargoyles and a sisterhood of fe-male warriors. A world where beyonders savage unsuspecting travelers; where a dark, yet charismatic, wizard covets the king's throne for his own and will let no one get in his way-including the rightful ruler. He who claims the King's Bloodstone shall reign as king. Enter Gavin Kinshield, warrant knight and rune solver, a man haunted by his past, and a hero like no other. A rousing debut from K. C. May, an author worth watching. Carol Davis Luce Author of Night Passage It's been two-hundred years since the death of King Arek. Warrant Knights and the fierce warrior guild of the Viragon Sisterhood preserve order amid the city-states of Thendylath. However, the peace of the kingdom is soon shattered when scholars studying King Arek's stone tablet suddenly discover its magic gems, one-by-one, have gone missing-which can only occur if the prophesied Rune Solver, the next King, is at last in their midst, preparing to claim his throne. Yet for Warrant Knight Gavin Kinshield, becoming King is the last thing in the world he wants, despite the visions compelling him to Arek's Cave and the sacred tablet to solve the runes and claim yet another magical gem. Meanwhile, the evil wizard Bro-das Ravenkind desperately wants to be king, and will destroy anyone in his way to claim the throne for himself-but only if he can find the Rune Solver before he claims the final magical stone, the King's Bloodstone. For Daia Saberheart, elite warrior of the Viragon Sisterhood, she is content to have left behind the pampered life of a noble's daughter to fight for her new king, whoever he might be. But she has enough troubles of her own when her guild brands her a traitor and falsely accuses her of murder. Come along on this epic adventure. It's a breathless non-stop ride from beginning to end. K. C May's characters are gritty and honest, flawed and yet filled with virtue, and will have you cheering for them as they face insurmountable odds to save a kingdom, and keep a promise made to a king centu-ries ago.
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Editorial Reviews

sfbook.com - Antony Jones
"a beautifully crafted fantasy work that works so well, perfect escapism and highly recommended."
Piers Anthony
The Kinshield Legacy is a rousing good fantasy tale, with nice characterization and some ferocious action. These days I read primarily for business rather than pleasure, but I found myself eager to return to this novel.
Julie Ann Dawson
The Kinshield Legacy is a well paced, intricately plotted fantasy wrapped in a beautifully crafted setting. Author K.C. May does an exceptional job of breathing life into the kingdom of Thendylath. The lore and history of her setting weaves throughout the plot, tying everything together expertly.
Carol Davis Luce
From the very first page, The Kinshield Legacy grabs you by the throat and propels you into a world of magic, sorcery, jeweled-eyed gargoyles and a sisterhood of female warriors. A world where beyonders savage unsuspecting travelers; where a dark, yet charismatic, wizard covets the king's throne for his own and will let no one get in his way-including the rightful ruler. He who claims the King's Bloodstone shall reign as king. Enter Gavin Kinshield, warrant knight and rune solver, a man haunted
Grace Krispy
Wow. I was hooked in the first chapter and had trouble putting the book down to sleep last night. ... I cringed, I delighted, I was completely and utterly engaged.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781453805862
  • Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Publication date: 9/25/2010
  • Series: Kinshield Saga Series , #1
  • Pages: 380
  • Product dimensions: 6.00 (w) x 9.00 (h) x 0.78 (d)

Meet the Author

K.C. May grew up in the mid-western USA and in Hawaii, and earned a B.A. in Russian from Florida State University. After a year in Taiwan teaching English and studying Mandarin Chinese, she lived in the Arizona desert for 24 years. In 2010, she retreated to cooler, greener Georgia. She earns her living as a full-time writer. For updates on new releases, contests, giveaways and more, sign up for her newsletter at kcmay.com.
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  • Posted December 6, 2010

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    K.C., MAY I have another?!

    Storyline: The Kinshield Legacy is a remarkable fantasy about a simple man who wants to do the right thing and help put the rightful heir on the Thendylath's throne by solving the mystery of the runes.

    Gavin Kinshield is the descendent of the last great king's champion and would like to live simply while patrolling the countryside, lending out his protection and skills as a warrant knight. However, as Gavin nears the completion of the Rune Stones' mystery and the fulfillment of the prophecy that he become the next, albeit a reluctant, king; he must confront his past in order to face his future.

    Ms. May has written The Kinshield Legacy as an entertaining and well written fantasy that draws the reader in within the first chapter and pulls us along for the fantastic journey of the reluctant would-be king of Thendylath.

    Grammar/Spelling: I did not notice any issues with grammar and spelling.

    Character Development: Ms. May has a wonderful cast of characters that are well-developed and each has a life of his/her own prior to becoming entangled with Gavin and the runes.

    When the reader first meets Gavin, he appears to be a roughhewn, scraggly Warren Knight just happy to make some money, buy some ale and a little company. But, as we get to know Gavin, it becomes apparent that there is definitely more to this solid man. He is forever standing up for those who can't stand up for themselves and trying to right the wrongs from his past.

    There is nothing kind about Brodas Ravenkind, Gavin's enemy. Ravenkind is a power hungry wizard that plans to usurp the throne from whoever is solving the mystery of the Rune Stones. He is quite easy to dislike and after learning all of the horrible things he has done to get where he is, the reader can only hope that Gavin can give him a good what-for.

    Writing Style: Ms. May creates a new and entertaining fantasy world without overwhelming the reader with too much fantasy lingo. With this story, the reader doesn't have to have a vast knowledge of all things fantasy to keep up; instead, they just need a little imagination to enjoy it. Ms. May uses a good mixture of story telling and flash backs to help move the plot along and you can almost feel Gavin's pain (literal) and anguish over losing his family.

    Continuity: There were no problems with continuity.

    Overall Rating: 5

    I sincerely hope that the Kinshield Legacy will be the first in a series! Do you hear me, Ms. May?! I am really looking forward to finding out what Gavin will do when it comes time to face his fate and fulfill his destiny as the new king of Thendylath.

    There are some adult themes (language, situations) and some violence throughout the story. So, it might be suitable for younger readers. But, I would highly recommend this to anyone who believes in fate and magic.

    4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 9, 2007

    Fan - Tastic!

    When will there be more work by K. C. May? Is there more? Will there be? While I am not particularly a fantasy aficionado, this one caught and held my attention.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 23, 2006

    A True Gem!

    K.C. May¿s first novel, The Kinshield Legacy, is a spellbinding tale of magical moments with truly unforgettable characters. You will find this book difficult to put down as you follow the twists and turns of a finely woven story, cheering on the main character as he follows the path to his destiny. We can only hope that the next installment will be soon forthcoming!

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 15, 2006

    A fantastic adventure

    A wonderful, fascinating read from cover to cover. I couldn't put it down until I finished it. As a first novel, The Kinshield Legacy shows an author with extraordinary talent for weaving an intricate tale with believable characters and dialogue. I can't wait for the sequel to come out!

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 18, 2006

    An Instant Classic!

    This fantasy grabbed me from the first page and didn't let go until the last one...although it's clear this is just the beginning of a great series. The characters are gritty and real, the scenes unforgettable, the chemistry between the main characters irrisistable. I can't wait for Book 2!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 17, 2011

    Great

    Great read really enjoyed it

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  • Posted July 12, 2011

    Great Magic System!

    One of the things I'm finding is that I tend to be more hard on indie authors rather than less. That wasn't a problem with The Kinshield Legacy. Pacing was good, characters were really well fleshed out, and I loved all of the foreshadowing. I'll be telling everyone I know to go pick this book up right away!

    Dean Murray
    Author - Frozen Prospects

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  • Posted January 23, 2011

    Great Epic Fantasy Story

    The Kinshield Legacy is an epic fantasy with all the classic themes you would expect from this genre. The storyline follows the adventures of Gavin Kinshield who through the story gathers around him a small band of followers as he confronts a classic fantasy villain. The plot holds no surprises and K. C. May allows us to see Gavin's destiny very quickly into the book. Instead of using destiny as a diving force for the plot the author instead uses a number of sub-plots that weave themselves into the a bigger picture. This is well done and although a lot of the story feels familiar it does feel fresh at the same time. The writing style is excellent and you quickly become immersed within the tale. I particularly enjoyed the action sequences which were exciting, well written. and were used to carry forward the storytelling. Each of the characters developed throughout the book and were fully rounded, three dimensional from the start. The world in which they inhabit is wonderfully portrayed and completely believable. The Kinshield Legacy doesn't add anything new to this well trodden genre and a lot of the themes feel familiar. That being said the book is an exceptionally enjoyable ride through well-known territory. Well written and highly entertaining, you are taken on an adrenalin fuelled roller-coaster ride of excitement and exhilaration. K.C.May is well worth adding to your fantasy collection and will sit comfortably beside David Eddings, Raymond E. Feist and Stephen Donaldson. The Kinshield Legacy in the first in a series of the same name. The Wayfarer King the second instalment is expected sometime in 2011. It will be on my "to buy list" and it is a series I would highly recommend.

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