Thousands of years ago, humans attacked Elvangar, the land of the elves. The elves responded with a devastating attack, which ended with the sealing of the human city of Angragar. Sealed by the hand of Kaltara and hidden in an impenetrable jungle, Angragar has remained dormant waiting for the prophesized Astor to arrive and reopen the gates. Now that the Time of Calling has arrived, Angragar has awakened, and the elves of Elvangar prepare for a human invasion. Caught in the middle are four elves who have escaped from the Island of Darkness. Eltor, Caldal, Mistake, and MistyTrail tread carefully in both lands as the world prepares for a war unlike any other in history.

The first indication of trouble was the smell of smoke. Kieran pushed the distraction from his mind as he concentrated on his prayers. Suddenly, shouts ripped through the air and the elven boy found that he could no longer concentrate. He rose to his feet and felt a shock ripple through his body as his eyes took in the sight below him.

Twelve great ships sat off the coast of Alamanda. Fiery arrows rained from the ships towards the city and the sevemore forests surrounding it. Elves raced away from the water’s edge as magicians on the ships began casting fiery projectiles at the city. The reverberations of impacting force bolts echoed off the stone streets and buildings. Kieran watched in horror as stone buildings collapsed and great fires raced through the forest. His first thought was for the safety of his mother. Heturned to race into the temple, but he found the friendly priest coming out onto the roof.

“Kieran,” the priest said seriously, “you must carry a message to the king.”

“I cannot,” protested Kieran. “I must get my mother to safety.”

“It is already too late for that,” frowned the priest as he pointed along the coast. “They struck that area on the way in. There is no hope for the families living there.”

“But I must try,” cried Kieran. “Send someone else to the king.”

The priest placed both hands on the boy’s shoulders and looked him in the eyes. “Hear me, Kieran,” the priest said sternly. “There is no time to waste. The humans are intent on destroying all of us. Already their smaller boats are bringing troops to shore. You have always had strong faith in Kaltara, but I doubt that you realize how strong Kaltara’s faith is in you. It is Kaltara that has commanded me to come up here and send you to the king. You are the only one who can make it there. Kaltara will guide you.”

“What am I to say to the king?” asked Kieran as tears flowed down his cheeks.

“Tell him that Angragar has attacked us,” instructed the priest. “Tell him that humans have betrayed us as was foretold. Remind him that he was told to never trust the humans. Make him swear revenge for this treachery.”

“I don’t understand,” Kieran shook his head. “Why would the humans do this?”

“The humans have turned away from Kaltara,” explained the priest. “Never again can the elves trust the humans. Go now. Run swiftly, and may Kaltara watch over you.”

Kieran raced into the temple and down the stairs. When he emerged from the temple, he faltered as his eyes took in the destruction of the city. Piles of stone rubble lined the streets where shops and trade stalls used to be. Everything that was flammable was burning, including the forest on both sides of the city. Elven bodies littered the streets, and small boats were ferrying humans to the quay. Several strong blasts struck the temple, sending showers of stone over the steps. Kieran reflexively ducked as slivers of stone rained down upon him. Suddenly, the priest stepped out of the door of the temple. His white robes were covered in blood and one of his eyes was swollen shut.

“Run, Kieran,” commanded the priest. “Run with every shred of your energy. Go now.”

Kieran stared with horror at the old priest. He immediately turned and raced down the steps of the temple and into the forest behind it.

 

Thousands of years ago, humans attacked Elvangar, the land of the elves. The elves responded with a devastating attack, which ended with the sealing of the human city of Angragar. Sealed by the hand of Kaltara and hidden in an impenetrable jungle, Angragar has remained dormant waiting for the prophesized Astor to arrive and reopen the gates. Now that the Time of Calling has arrived, Angragar has awakened, and the elves of Elvangar prepare for a human invasion. Caught in the middle are four elves who have escaped from the Island of Darkness. Eltor, Caldal, Mistake, and MistyTrail tread carefully in both lands as the world prepares for a war unlike any other in history.

Table of Contents Map Prologue Chapter 1- In the Land of Humans Chapter 2 - Emperors Chapter 3 - An Odd Assortment Chapter 4 - Attack of the Hellsouls Chapter 5 - Western Woods Chapter 6 - Meliban Chapter 7 - Air Tunnel Chapter 8 - Qubari Jungle Chapter 9 - Words of Kaltara Chapter 10 - Angragar Chapter 11 - Best Laid Plans Chapter 12 - The Library Chapter 13 - The Plaza Chapter 14 - Love is in the Air Chapter 15 - The Asylum Chapter 16 - Alamanda Chapter 17 - Morada Chapter 18 - Queen Alycia Chapter 19 - Etta Chapter 20 - Council of Elders Chapter 21 - Return to the Mountain Chapter 22 - The Royal Vaults Chapter 23 - Tales of Long Ago Chapter 24 - The Royal Family Chapter 25 - The Patriots Chapter 26 - Defending the Accused Chapter 27 - Gamara Chapter 28 - The Royal Tree Chapter 29 - King of the Dragons Chapter 30 - Skimmers Chapter 31 - Island of Darkness Chapter 32 - Avalar Chapter 33 - The Escape Chapter 34 - Dobuk Chapter 35 - King of the Elves Other titles by Richard S. Tuttle

highly recommended as a top notch read for all ages.

Noted fantasy author Richard S. Tuttle has created yet another outstanding novel in the series Forgotten Legacy with Elvangar. The sixth book in the series, Elvangar continues the adventure in a tightly written and exciting story that blends seamlessly into the overall series. The author has written yet another first rate classic fantasy story that may be the best in the series to date. It left me anxious for the next story.

Available in softcover and as an e-book in a variety of formats it is highly recommended as a top notch read for all ages. 

Darryl Kenning, science fiction editor for Reading for Pleasure

 

Richard S. Tuttle is again at his writing best in "Elvangar: Book Six of Forgotten Legacy. The author's ability to continue this saga in a dramatic, exciting tone is to be commended. Intrigue and suspense fill the book, as does much action, and even romance. The ending is quite fulfilling, and sets the reader up for the next book in the series. I very highly recommend "Elvangar: Book Six of Forgotten Legacy," to all Richard S. Tuttle fans, and to anyone who's never read this author's fantastical fantasy tales.

Synopsis: (May reveal much of the plot)

"Elvangar" by Richard S. Tuttle continues the saga of the Forgotten Legacy. Reunited elf sisters, Mistake and Misty Trail, survived the Island of Darkness, and rescued two male elves, Caldal and Eltor. Now, they provide Lord Marak, Emperor of Khadora, enough information for him to send a ship to "chart" the island's location, and plan for the defeat of Vand's navy.

Knowing a spy dwells on the Island of Darkness, Vand, the "false god," seeks to end long-distance communication amongst his rivals. He orders the kidnapping and interrogation of an enemy "mage," to learn about the magical "air tunnels" that Lord Marak implements for intercommunication with his allies.

Hoping to gain "Elvangar, The Land of the Elves" as an ally, Lord Marak (the Torak), Lyra (the Star), and Rejji (the Astor) journey to Elvangar - home to the false god's "hellsouls" - to prove to Eltor and Caldal that Vand caused the years-old hostility of elves to humans.

Afterwards, the elves, including Mistake and Misty Trail, travel to Elvangar to deliver Lord Marak's alliance request to elf royalty, Queen Alycia. But the elves are considered as traitors, since elf law allows no contact with humans; nor allows elves to leave Elvangar once there. So, by adhering to law, Queen Alycia may cause an unfulfilled prophecy, which could lead to the downfall of The Land of the Elves and give easy victory to Dobuk, The Fallen One - the mind-destroying demon who commands Vand and seeks revenge against the true god, Kaltara.

 

Making the transition from President of a computer consulting firm servicing Fortune 500 companies to the reclusive life of creating new worlds is not as difficult a task as one would imagine. Both require organization, patience, and a vision of what is possible.

Richard S. Tuttle accomplishes this transition in a dramatic way with the release of sixteen novels dealing with two entirely created worlds. The Khadora Series evolves around a continent comprised of three countries with widely diverse cultures.

The Targa Trilogy and the Sword of Heavens Series deals not only with a diverse world but widely varied universes as well. His ability to create a believable world and unique characters is bound to draw a following of readers that will make Richard S. Tuttle a household name.

 

 

Elvangar by Richard S. Tuttle
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