The Rampart Guards: Chronicle One in the Adventures of Jason Lex (1) - Softcover

Barnhart, Wendy M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0996903127 ISBN 13: 9780996903127

Publisher: Camashea Press, 2016

Synopsis

*** Named to Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2016 ***

** Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist **

*** Bronze Medal Winner - Readers' Favorites ***

After his mom disappears, Jason Lex and his family move to a small town where he has no friends, no fun, no life. Things get worse when he’s chased by weird flying creatures that only he can see--Jason thinks he’s losing it.

But when Jason discovers new information about his family, he’s stunned to learn that creatures like Skyfish, Kappa, and the Mongolian Death Worm aren’t just stories on the Internet--they’re real and they live unseen alongside the human race. Many of these creatures naturally emit energy capable of incinerating humans. An invisible shield keeps these creatures hidden and protects the human race from their threatening force, but someone, or some thing, is trying to destroy it.

Unsure who he can trust, Jason is drawn into the fight to save the people closest to him, and he finds help in surprising places. Confronted with loss, uncertainty, and a devastating betrayal, Jason must make a gut-wrenching decision:

Who lives, and who dies.

Chronicle One: The Rampart Guards

Chronicle Two-Jason: The League of Governors

Chronicle Two-Sadie: The Clan Calling

Chronicle Three: Coming soon

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Product Description

After his mom disappears, Jason Lex and his family move to a small town where he has no friends, no fun, no life. Things get worse when he's chased by weird flying creatures that only he can see--Jason thinks he's losing it. But when Jason discovers new information about his family, he's stunned to learn that creatures like Skyfish, Kappa, and the Mongolian Death Worm aren't just stories on the Internet--they're real and they live unseen alongside the human race. Many of these creatures naturally emit energy capable of incinerating humans. An invisible shield keeps these creatures hidden and protects the human race from their threatening force, but someone, or some thing, is trying to destroy it. Unsure who he can trust, Jason is drawn into the fight to save the people closest to him, and he finds help in surprising places. Confronted with loss, uncertainty, and a devastating betrayal, Jason must make a gut-wrenching decision: Who lives, and who dies.

Review

"A delightful novel that delivers a tightly plotted, character-driven story. This paranormal fantasy is not only wildly entertaining, but also undeniably unique. The cast of authentic and endearing characters is one of the novel's many strengths, along with the brisk pacing, action-packed narrative and creation of the novel's fascinating creatures. Both adult and YA audiences should find this book appealing." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Terrien has created an intriguing world that seamlessly integrates the fantastic with the realistic and is supported by a relatable cast of characters. This appealing novel is sure to find an appreciative audience." -- Five Star Review from Foreward Clarion Reviews "An intriguing introduction to what promises to be an expansive series. The Rampart Guards introduces engaging characters, a unique concept and the potential for developing both more fully in future novels." -- Blue Ink Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Camashea Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0996903127
• ISBN 13: 9780996903127
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 298