The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches IV (Special Illustrated Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 4)

By Robert Stanek

Book Overview

THE #1 BESTSELLING SERIES FROM THE AWARD-WINNING, BESTSELLING AUTHOR! With this latest Special Illustrated Edition, Robert Stanek continues to blur the lines between the traditional novel and the graphic novel, delivering a new edition of the timeless story of unlikely heroes struggling to save their dying world. Also available in English, Spanish, Turkish, Russian, Korean, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Trade, Library and Audio, the Special Illustrated Edition of this timeless story includes 85 lavish illustrations, deluxe full-size format, and beautiful white paper. Finally released in the version envisioned by the author 20 years ago: lost chapters and scenes restored; the full denouement as originally written; the story of Ruin Mist completely unaltered to hint at the story's origins in ancient myth and legend. ABOUT THE BOOK: To turn back the tides of war, Queen Mother sent her most trusted warriors on a perilous journey across the Great Sea. But the elves were betrayed by one of their own and they did not find quick allies. They found a kingdom under siege and a shattered alliance. The elves were forced to proved themselves to the men that defended Quashan'. For their support, the elves were granted an audience with the king. Yet great deeds could not undo the past, or change the prejudice of men. Don't miss this outstanding series that has quickly become a worldwide favorite. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Robert Stanek is the highly-acclaimed author of more than fifty books for young people and adults. He was born in Burlington Wisconsin and is the second youngest of five children. As a former military man, his distinguished accomplishments during the Gulf War earned him nine medals, including the USA s highest flying honor, the Distinguished Flying Cross. Robert has won many awards from his colleagues and the publishing industry. Currently, he resides in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1575455080
• ISBN13: 9781575455082
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Rp Media
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

This is a wonderful book!

I absolutely loved this book. I was unable to put it down once I started reading it. I am a big fan of the LOTR series as well as the Harry Potter books and I feel this story will be as widely popular and a favorite for so many others. I recommend this book to anyone who loves being transported to a place full of magic and adventure. It is an EXCELLENT read.

Loved every page!

I never thought I'd find an author that I liked as well as JK Rowling, I was wrong. Robert Stanek has created some characters to rival Harry. This will be a fantasy mainstay for years and years. The strength of the story-telling and the perfect amount of subpolts will make this a fantasy classic. Read it, and you will fast become a lover of Stanek's world.

Excellent Series!

The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches is one of the most underrated series out there; you don't hear much buzz about it, but you should! If you haven't had the privilege of reading/listening before, start with the first one and keep going until you get to this one. What a wonderful series with a wonderful and well rounded cast of characters. It captures your attention and keeps you focused till the end.

The BEST series

If you are thinking about reading a new series but are hesitant for one reason or another, let this be the review that pushes you to reading these books.In the "Keeper Martin's Tales" cycle, Stanek creates a magnificent world and characters. The first book, The Kingdoms and the Elves 1, puts the story in motion, introducing a unique world, unique characters and an even better storyline. We follow Adrina as she pieces together the mysterious happenings in the kingdom, Vilmos as he discovers who he really is, and Galan and Seth as they set out to explore their world. The second book, "The Kingdoms and the Elves 2," continues the momentum of the story, taking you into the heart of the battle to save Great Kingdom and the elves. The third book, "The Kingdoms and the Elves 3," digs deep into the characters lives, giving us new friends to enjoy and love and great new adventures. Here we discover Edward, Myrial, Under Earth and King's Mate.The fourth book, "The Kingdoms and the Elves 4," soars through the realms, giving us spectacular stories of the Ever Tree, the Mouth of the World, the Trios, and the Dragon King.Keeper Martin's Tales is series for all ages, and is some of the best innovative fantasy fiction. It rivals the best Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and all the others have to offer. What a delight!

what a book!!!

After reading many fantasy books I stumbled upon Robert Stanek and this series. He manages to create a world with such vivid detail that makes the stories believeble, this is what raises him above such writers as Feist, Eddings and Brooks and puts on par with Tolkien. It must be every writers dream to write a book of this level. The wizards, warriors and monsters are thrown together in an almost perfect manner with a reliance on the mind of the person to match the character. This is a series of book that you just simply cannot miss out on...