The Dryftwood Series

Fantasy Novel by James Brennan

Dryftwood: The Tall Tales of Jeremiah Blade

In the world of Dryftwood, readers are transported to a rugged western fantasy setting filled with dramatic landscapes, memorable characters, and dramatic action. The first three books are the Talle Tales of Jeremiah Blade and follow the titular Jeremiah Blade, a first-year Alathanian Marshall, as he sets out into dangerous lands across the face of Westhold to police the abuse of magical Duskstones. Hisdesire to bring to heel the misuse of this magical ore is put to the test by dangerous outlaws, slippery bandits, and ornery mayors. It isn’t long before Jeremiah Blade’s actions lead him onto a path of great consequence that will not only impact the dusty backdrops in which he walks, but on all of history.
Dryftwood Midnight in the Delta is a prequel novel to the Tale Tales of Jeremiah Blade and follows Mirabelle Rabideaux and the founding of the Red Fens, one of the greatest cities in all Westhold. This tale takes Mira into the deepest, darkest swamps of the Delta,where she encounters Hoodoux Witches, vicious swamp critters, and even beings far beyond the comprehension of the average denizen of Westhold. Her actions lead to the Delta taking its true place among the great regions of the world of Dryftwood, and her name remains among the legends even to Jeremiah Blade’s days centuries later.
Whether following the exploits of Jeremiah Blade or Mirabelle Rabideaux, readers are transported to a legendary western realm where memorable characters and dramatic storylines shine. Every book in the Tall Tales of Jeremiah Bladetrilogy and the Midnight in the Delta prequel showcases the courage, resourcefulness, and sacrifice of its heroes and the seemingly insurmountable odds they face. The Dryftwood novels are a great addition to any fantasy lover’s bookshelf. You’ll be glad you did, partner.
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