Publisher's Synopsis
The Scepter of the Gods is a prehistoric, ancient item of high technology crafted to wield spiritual power. Alex has had the Rod of Truth his entire life but never knew what it was. He only knew that it shined with a light brighter than the sun and that his headmaster had said to keep it safe and secret. He kept it safely stored in the same trunk where he was found as an infant at the same school where he had become an instructor. He doesn't do well with strangers and is as formidable at seventeen as anyone, regardless of their age. Getting dragged into a quest by a stranger who outsmarted, outmaneuvered, and outran him will take some getting used to.
The rod is the central piece to the five pieces making up the Scepter of the Gods, or so they've been told it is called. Alex makes a new friend and an irritating acquaintance while coincidentally running into a childhood friend, Peter. Alex, however, doesn't believe in coincidences, and neither does Mila, his new friend, and they are suspicious of the timing. Mila is a wilderness-dwelling, spiritual healer tied to ancient ancestors, making her highly intuitive. Phelia, their irritating new acquaintance, is a frustrated mage running away from her uncle who doesn't trust feelings of any kind. She finds Alex and Mila difficult to trust and is determined to pursue her path to fame, glory, and fortune. Also coincidentally, Phelia had another of the five pieces of the scepter which, in another coincidence, has no clue what it really is, but crossed paths with Mila and Alex because it was stolen and she is pursuing it. She ran away from home with it under the assumption that since she was told to take care of it, she could only do so if it went with her, but she quickly finds that she has launched into a poorly planned effort to get it back and keep her uncle from knowing. This is a fascinating story full of unexpected twists and deep character development all shrouded in a world that is not what it appears on the surface. Can you imagine what life would suddenly be like if nearly everything in your reality turned out to be propaganda and fiction? Alex, Phelia, Mila, and Peter discover that their destinies are intertwined and that much of what they've been taught and assumed has been either twisted or fabricated. Simple young people with incredible gifts quickly step up to becoming heroes. Heroes are not born. They are forged. Their paths converge in ways that will change them forever, revealing their world's true history and the future of the entire Universe. The Rod of Truth is a gripping, futuristic journey rooted in ancient historical fiction. Mark Mills' immersive storytelling connects you emotionally with themes about destiny, spirituality, and power. The mystical lore connecting Adamah's past with its present harbors surprises that also connect with Earth's past. Who will love The Rod of Truth?- Epic fantasy lovers who crave magical realism worlds that merge with science fiction
- Bookworms who enjoy deep character development and complex narratives
- Those seeking thrilling adventures and epic quests
- Lovers of ancient fiction set within tales of real artifacts, archaeology, and myths
- Readers intrigued by ancient artifacts and hidden secrets
- Fans of immersive, epic fantasy adventure series and historical science fiction looking to get lost in a new adventure
The Rod of Truth isn't just a story. It's an adventure that will captivate you from start to finish. With unique characters, an intricate plot, and a richly detailed world, this book offers an unforgettable experience, but it is only the beginning! Four more books will help you scratch the itch that The Rod of Truth creates. Start your adventure with The Rod of Truth today and discover the mind-bending ride that awaits
