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The Chronicles of Soone

About James Somers

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"Somers's writing style takes on a 'no beat around the bush' approach that left me wanting more." SEE MORE
 
   

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SPIRITUAL DARKNESS

A devastating interplanetary war has been raging for decades. The fallen ones have instigated mankind’s downfall, waging a sinister campaign leading towards a singular goal, universal domination.

A WARRIOR RACE

Long the ordained guardians of peace, the Barudii, have been reduced to a scattered remnant struggling to survive. All but wiped out by the Vorn clan, they have little hope of stopping the genocide that threatens mankind’s survival.

THE LAST HEIR

Young Tiet soone, the only remaining heir to the Barudii throne, returns from exile to avenge his fallen people. He is the final hope for restoration, and the only one that can mediate a peace between the warring clans before its too late...before the dark forces opposing his every effort succeed in enslaving humanity. To claim victory he will do what Barudii warriors do best—fight—to the death if need be.

 
     

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  Reviews

“James Somers is able to capture an action flick on paper as he chronicles the events of a warrior prince. ...what immediately hits the reader in the face is found on the first page after the prologue, “Not so long ago, in another creation of God...” Wow, that is not something you find everyday in fiction, let alone science-fiction. The key is that he incorporates it like corn in mashed potatoes; its unfamiliar presence is obvious, but it works. Somers's writing style takes on a “no beat around the bush” approach that left me wanting more. ...a fun action novel that makes an underlying theme of God not feel out of place.”
-- Fantasybookspot.com

"Debut author James Somers has started his writing career off with a bang with this first book in his Chronicles of Soone series - Heir to the King.

A young man is given the task of restoring peace between warring clans before the dark forces who oppose his every effort succeed in enslaving all humanity. Born into the warrior Barudii clan, Tiet Soone is the only surviving member of the royal family. Bent on revenge, peace with the Vorn and Horva people is the last thing on his mind. Soon, all three face a greater enemy, and it's only under Tiet's leadership that they can defeat it.

I was excited to read this book after I accidentally received an email from James Somers that was meant to go to someone else. I became hooked on the idea after reading the synopsis on James' website, and I asked to review the book. There aren't very many Christian science-fiction authors, so I was pleased to see another one come up.

James Somers has written an exciting debut that promises to be as epic as Star Wars. The plot moved quickly and there was not a dull moment throughout the entire book.

This first book has hooked me for the series. I plan to keep updated for the rest of it!"
-- Wren Reviews

"With orbiting battle stations, genetic experimentation, transdimensional portals and an interplanetary racial war being waged amid the heavens, some might accuse James Somers of being just another science fiction writer. I'm honored to report that The Chronicles of Soone is so much more! This book is an expertly spun tale of honor, courage and nobility; a thoughtful, action-packed web of good versus evil, if you will. Though the spiritually-based storyline is complex, Mr. Somers allows it to unfold in an impeccably written narrative. The writing is so smooth, in fact, that The Chronicles of Soone took off at warp speed and didn't dock until the very last page. I enjoyed it immensely!" 
-- Steven Manchester, Editor, Sunpiper Media Publishing

“My people long for freedom,” is a quote from the novel “Chronicles of Soone: Heir to the King,” by James Somers. This statement is the theme of the fast-paced science fiction/fantasy thriller. The story never slows, and the tempo of the battle scenes places the reader in the middle of the action. The story is a fascinating blend of the battles of war and a lost culture’s repeated resistance to domination.

The story begins in the year 9027, and records the struggles of four cultures and their fight for control. This, however, is science fiction with an unusual twist. There are allusions to an angels’ rebellion against God, fallen angels, separated from their own kind, and reduced to “disgusting forms.” These beings attempt to control humanity by inhabiting the bodies of the human population, along with the bodies of the King, his heir, and other leaders. These attempts lead to the vivid description of fascinating technology that is used by both sides in this war for domination.

According to Somers, this is the first book in a trilogy and every reader will look forward to the remaining episodes and the conclusion of this intriguing tale.
-- Susan Thomas, B.A., M.A.

"The Chronicles of Soone: Heir to the King, by James Somersis an intense, action packed sci-fi story with a heart. Very few novels can pack each page with this level of intensity and still maintain such superb character development. If you're a fan of Star Wars, Star Trek, Dune or any other of the great science fiction franchises, this novel holds its own against them all. I loved that the villains kept coming and that some of them were redeemed. I Couldn't put it down. A gripping story, not to be missed!"
-- Jeremy Robinson, bestselling author of The Didymus Contingency and Raising The Past

"The Promising First Step in an Ultra Cool Space Epic!--that's what I'd call James Somers' Chronicles of Soone, Heir to the King. Being an author myself, I read a little differently than most people. I read like a scientist, analyzing every inch of the story: the craft, suspense technique, character development, general hook, etc. After all the analysis, I'm impressed.

"Please realize this is Mr. Somers' first book. Of course it has rough edges and some editing foibles, but whose first book doesn't? If the story's cool, most readers {except perhaps, for book snobs, lol} can forgive a few errors in the written craft. Rather than technical precision, what readers should look for in a first novel are the following: an intriguing hook, sparks of creative genius, and a story worth hearing. COS has all of that.

"An Intriguing Hook: COS begins with a mysterious, but utterly black betrayal...the underpinnings of centuries frought with genocide. An enemy, who while not exactly sympathetic, has motives we can understand. The hook comes when you realize the rabbit hole is A LOT deeper than you first thought. WOW, I couldn't believe how the story just seemed to balloon with each new revelation.

"Sparks of Creative Genius: Somers' strength is plotting. No bog down scenes here. It just keeps amping. Wait until you meet the cyborg assasin Vale. He alone adds a rogue suspense mechanism worth the price of admission. The Vorn, the Barudii, the transdimensional rift--all very cool elements.

"A Story Worth Hearing: COS has definite spiritual themes. There's truth in this book, but it is not preachy in any way, shape, or form. Somers somehow tells a thrilling story that simultaneously makes you think about yourself and the world in a pure light.

"Order a copy of Chronicles of Soone now, and like me, look forward to the release of Rise of Lucin, COS2!"
-- Wayne Thomas Batson, author: The Door Within Trilogy and Isle of Swords
         
         
 
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