Fantasy.
Fiction.
Historical Fiction.
HTML:The second installment in the Lost Histories series sheds light on the legendary origins of the mysterious race of the Irda
Given life by gods, the Ogres were the most intelligent and beautiful of the early races on Krynn, and they reigned supreme in their perfect kingdom. But the fabled race was weakened by clan rivalries and evil ambition, their downfall orchestrated by the hand of the Dark Queen, Takhisis. The once resplendent Ogres were cursed by their own mistakes and transformed into one of Krynn's most ugly, despised, and villainous species. All succumbed to this miserable fate, but the Irdaâ??a small group who learned to accept goodness and to fight for their freedom. Escaping from their previous home, the Irda set out to build a utopian civilization of their own on a paradise island in the Dragon Isl… (más)
Given life by gods, the Ogres were the most intelligent and beautful of the early races on Krynn, and they reigned supreme in their perfect kingdom . . .
Until that fabled race was weakened by clan rivalries and evil ambition, their downfall orchestrated by the hand of the Dark Queen, Takhisis . . .
Until the once-proud Ogres were cursed by their own mistakes and transformed into one of Krynn's most ugly, despised, and villainous species . . .
All except a small group, the Irda, who learned to accept goodness, fight for their freedom, and escape to build a utopian civilization of their own on a paradise island in the Dragon Isles.
To all the following friends and family, who have been with me along the way, part of who I am and what I write, a very special thank you:
My sisters, Laneta and Lisa, and my mother-in-law, Gerry, for putting up with me
My bosses, Gene, Gardner, and Jean, without whose understanding and support I could never have finished this book
Ann Zewen, my first editor, who gave me the courage to begin and continue
Carolyn Haines, one of my first writing instructors, for giving me belief in myself when she said of my short story, "You can get this published!"
Jan Zimlich, teacher, editor extraordinaire, and the voice of my conscience, thanks for holding my hand and cheerleading and saying, "You're going to finish this if I have to kick your butt the whole way!"
Margaret Weis, for inviting me into the wonderful world she created, giving me my first chance, and for her gracious support and advice
Patrick McGilligan, my editor, for patience beyond the call of duty and for all he's taught me
Last, but not least, I dedicate this book to:
My mother, Lena, who has also been father and friend and supporter, and who likes my fantasy writing although she doesn't read fantasy
And my husband, Larry, with all my love and gratitude, for the 2 a.m. sessions, for thinking everything I write is wonderful, for being my champion, and because he "don't wanna hear no negative waves!" I couldn't have done it without you!
Fantasy.
Fiction.
Historical Fiction.
HTML:The second installment in the Lost Histories series sheds light on the legendary origins of the mysterious race of the Irda
Given life by gods, the Ogres were the most intelligent and beautiful of the early races on Krynn, and they reigned supreme in their perfect kingdom. But the fabled race was weakened by clan rivalries and evil ambition, their downfall orchestrated by the hand of the Dark Queen, Takhisis. The once resplendent Ogres were cursed by their own mistakes and transformed into one of Krynn's most ugly, despised, and villainous species. All succumbed to this miserable fate, but the Irdaâ??a small group who learned to accept goodness and to fight for their freedom. Escaping from their previous home, the Irda set out to build a utopian civilization of their own on a paradise island in the Dragon Isl
Given life by gods, the Ogres were the most intelligent and beautful of the early races on Krynn, and they reigned supreme in their perfect kingdom . . .
Until that fabled race was weakened by clan rivalries and evil ambition, their downfall orchestrated by the hand of the Dark Queen, Takhisis . . .
Until the once-proud Ogres were cursed by their own mistakes and transformed into one of Krynn's most ugly, despised, and villainous species . . .
All except a small group, the Irda, who learned to accept goodness, fight for their freedom, and escape to build a utopian civilization of their own on a paradise island in the Dragon Isles.
The Irda
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