SIX MOONS, SEVEN GODS (The Legends of Baelon Book 1)
Synopsis (from Amazon):
“One must be careful practicing deception. The easiest to deceive will always be one’s self.”
The skilled thieves of the Takers Guild plot to overthrow the kingdoms of Baelon, but when their plans are thwarted by a prescient woman and her brooding daughter, they must turn to the League of Assassins for assistance. Meanwhile, retired royal guard Rolft Aerns returns to the palace of King Axil with an old score to settle. When they all cross paths–and swords–in the dark shadows of Fostead’s south end, nothing is as it seems and the murder count rises quickly.
The long fingers of the Guild reach everywhere, and one overly ambitious thief is all it takes to spark a chain of events that will haunt the world of Baelon for many years to come.
Six Moons, Seven Gods is book one in The Legends of Baelon.
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199440750-six-moons-seven-gods
Praise:
“A fascinatingly detailed and murder-fueled adventure in a violent fantasy setting.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“In Robert A. Walker’s Six Moons, Seven Gods, loyalty and treachery entwine, friendships are tested, and dangerous secrets are held close to the heart… a brilliant, compelling narrative that hooks the reader from start to finish.”
— Literary Titan 5-star Review
“…an exceptionally rewarding fantasy. There are twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat, unable to stop reading.”
— Ronél Steyn for Readers’ Favorite, 5 stars
Author Interview
Which was the hardest character to write? The easiest?
The most difficult character to write was Sibil…there was so much going on inside her head and heart, and she was such a central figure, that getting all that right was critical to the overall story’s success. The easiest to write were Reynard and Spiro… their crazy relationship, and the banter between them, came quickly and naturally.
There are many fantasy books out there….What makes yours different?
I’ll let blogger Liliyana Shadowlyn (The Faerie Review) answer this one: “Walker has pulled off an epic fantasy, the likes of which I can’t say I’ve ever read. If you had told me that there could be this many points of views in a story, and it would be an amazing read, and not the least bit confusing, I wouldn’t have believed you. The story is tightly woven, and being able to see the story from various POVs, some shorter than others, helps keep the story moving, and helps you understand everything that’s happening at once. The characters are as rich and varied as the world they inhabit, and the story itself captures you from page one, and makes it difficult to stop reading.”
How long have you been writing?
Since grade school. I still remember my second-grade teacher, Mrs. Smith, reading my first short story to the entire class. I loved her so much I bought her marble bookends with my allowance savings.
What is your next project?
I’m currently working on the sequel to Six Moons, Seven Gods, and having a lot of fun with that.
What genre do you write and why?
I write fantasy with tinges of romance and grim dark. I want to create stories that immerse people in make-believe worlds that feel real, and that stimulate a variety of emotions in the reader.
What is the last great book you’ve read?
The last GREAT book I read was Scott Lynch’s The Republic of Thieves. Ahem, Scott, if you are out there listening, my son and I are still waiting for the fourth book in your series. Pleeease!
Where do you write?
Most often, I am in our family room. It’s a comfy place with a small view of the Pacific Ocean, which I find quite relaxing.
Do you write every day?
No. I wish I could, and I try to write at least a sentence or two each day—because there’s a sense of satisfaction in making even the smallest progress toward a book’s ending. There are definitely days where I do not meet that objective, but I try to keep them to a minimum.
In today’s tech savvy world, most writers use a computer or laptop. Have you ever written parts of your book on paper?
Yes, I’ve often had snippets of dialogue or plot come to me at unusual times, when I don’t have access to technology. When those moments arrive, the closest pen or pencil will do. In fact, there have been several times when I have had to memorize a particular line or two that I know I want to use—just until I can find a place to write them down.
Author bio:
Award-winning author Robert A. Walker grew up in Northwestern Massachusetts. After graduating college, he packed his scant belongings in a car with rusted-out floorboards and headed west. He’s lived in California ever since, and now resides along the Pacific Ocean with his wife and dogs. When not fabricating stories, he can be found roaming local tennis courts or working on a never-ending list of DIY house projects.
Website: https://rawalkerwriting.com/
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