Weslynde

Praise for Weslynde

“Deeply immersive … with a strong, excellently executed premise, Weslynde is full of action, magic, and twisty court intrigue. The motivations and allegiances of characters … are clear and easy to follow, and the descriptions of the different provinces and the people that live there are vivid and striking. The masterful characterization makes even the supporting characters come alive and bring their own flavor to the story.” 5 Star Review, Reedsy

Ron Terbush’s Weslynde, Book 1 of The Weslynde Chronicles, is a great fantasy about kingdom and prophecy. Terbush’s writing style is elegant and moves the story along gracefully … The world-building is intricate, but it’s not overwhelming. Terbush did a great job creating distinct worlds … It gives the setting that ancient feeling that I love so much. Those who enjoy similar works like Katherine Arden’s The Bear and the Nightingale or Naomi Novik’s Uprooted would appreciate the similar blend of folklore in Weslynde, in addition to the politics and quiet rebellion.” 5 Star Review, Reader Views

Throughout the long history of Weslynde, whenever twins were born to a royal family, catastrophe always followed. To prevent this from ever happening again, it was decreed that only the strongest of the twins survive, and the other be left to die. But when the king's consort discovers she carries two babies, she defies the law and secretly spirits one newborn away, allowing both to live.
Raised in secret, Cerise Aikawa, a daring young sea captain, discovers she is the rightful heir to Weslynde’s throne. But if Cerise reveals who she really is, will she be put to death to prevent the curse of the twins? Or will the king sacrifice Prince Jarin, her pampered twin brother, who has been groomed since birth to be the next ruler of Weslynde?
An epic journey of discovery, loss, and redemption; mixed together with a healthy dose of magic, Weslynde weaves a spell that will leave you breathless and amazed.