Redeemer: The Conclave, Book 1 (ePub)

An Epic Fantasy Adventure

Zaki Galan is one of the Barren, so named because their people have not produced a Gifted in over a century. However, on the Calling Day in the desert city of Garu, the impossible happens. The Artifact of the Hall of Inquiry suddenly comes to life and Zaki is somehow able to break through a secret barrier designed to keep his people from the Gift. Now the kingdom is in upheaval as its social structure evolves around the Gift and a member of its lowest caste has regained the power. But can he survive to keep it? For there are many who would see Zaki dead before they allow the Barren to rise again.

Meanwhile in the northern wildlands, Emlyn has discovered the tomb of the Rebel King. The girl who slipped beneath the mountain rises as someone, and something, new. Emlyn learned terrible secrets beneath the mountain, including the designs and crimes of King Balkus and the Conclave. The divided northern tribes must rise and defend themselves before it is too late.

Zaki and Emlyn now threaten the king's plans to create his great empire. And so they must be stopped. But they may prove more formidable than any can imagine.

This exciting fantasy adventure includes far-away places, political intrigue, friendship, and lots of magic. While there is a bit of fighting and violence, the story does not include cusswords or adult themes/content. It's a fun adventure for all readers.

Author: Michael Weems is the author of The Ghosts of Varner Creek, Border Crossings, When Emily Went Missing, and Redeemer. When Emily Went Missing received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews and was picked as one of their Best Books of 2021.