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  Archer doesn’t belong. In case he has any doubts, Edlyn will go to any lengths to show that he never could.

  As if the Beltane graduation competition isn’t tough enough, Archer needs a huge dose of honour and integrity to win through the extra challenges as Edlyn tries hard to sabotage his enemy’s chances. It’s not just about the jousting and sword fighting, there’s even a gleeful moment when Archer takes to the stage as Robin Hood. He attracts plenty of female admirers, but there’s only one girl he really wants to kiss.

  When Edlyn crosses the wrong enchantress, he ends up in the ceremonial bonfire. Archer is faced with the ultimate dilemma – does he defy her and risk his life to save his nemesis, or simply walk away?

  More things people say about Archer:

  “With accurate detail on jousting, archery, and swordplay, this story sucks you in, tickles your fancy, and then spits you out wanting more. This modern-day, medieval-alternate-world is spell-binding, laced with bullies and honorable crooks, friends, and family.” HS

  “Archer is such a great character, with all the strengths you could want and the vulnerability that cuts straight to your heart.” AD

  “These chronicles follow the lives of Archer and his friends as they compete in jousting and shooting arrows at Beltane, the Festival of the May, in well-executed, exhilarating and fun-packed scenes” IU

  “Archer brings a maturity to all he does that is well beyond his years. Archer has become one of my favorite fictional characters due to his level-headedness and thoughtful consideration of ethics. Though the book is targeted at teenagers, it has great cross-over appeal.” VR

  “Jacky has nailed the character of a medieval archer; the books are a thrilling blend of action and rich historical detail.” KH

  “Archer takes a different twist than traditional knight’s tales. Ms. Gray brings to the reader a new world filled with authentic traditional language, giving a sense of travelling back in time.” VH

  Book 3: Reagan

  Reagan didn’t think he was anything special, lots of boys could sense ley-lines and knew the healing properties of plants and trees. Whatever he did would never be good enough for his mother, not even when he won the Garlanding or scored 100% on his graduation tests.

  With the help of his spirit guide Blaise and master trainer Kalen, he tries to determine the position of the next white horse. After an unsteady start they are aided in their quest by Reeve, daughter of the leading authority on white horses. Reagan needs all his mathematical skills to decode the complex patterns of ley lines and crop circles but it becomes a race against time as the dangerous accidents in the village lead to more serious casualties.

  Can Archer help him to find the missing pieces of the puzzle or will Reagan's perilous gift destroy him as it destroyed so many other chosen children?

  More things people say about Reagan:

  “Reagan is a particularly well-developed character with many facets to his personality. On one hand, he is a son struggling to please his parents while also a young man whose talents win the respect of Malduc, the leader of the council. Ms. Gray does an excellent job presenting Reagan's internal psychological struggle between the teenager and the side of him that is a level-headed professional.”VR

  “Another pacey book - a great way to get lost for an evening or two. Follow Reagan and his friends as they travel around Wessex trying to explain the reasons behind the white horses and their locations. I found this book almost as hard to put down as when I first read Archer.”CF

  “Just finished reading Reagan and thought I would let you know I much I enjoyed it. The book included many of the topics I have taken an interest in over recent years such as crop circles, white horses, ley lines etc. and I loved the way the story wove these together.” RM

  Book 4: Slater

  Slater is the son of Mason, but he will never be a chip off the old block. Although his father is responsible for Aveburgh henge, Slater is more interested in learning about the ceremonies held amongst the stones.

  Torn from a solstice celebration into a real-life nightmare, Slater's talent for reading ley lines upsets dark forces.

  Ancient magic pulls him back in time to reveal his connection to primeval secrets. There, he is teased by formidable priestesses who teach him the power of earth energies. Slater’s ability to solve problems under pressure is his strongest weapon against terrifying shamen who want only one thing from him – his death.

  Only Slater knows the prehistoric temples are not built correctly, but what will happen if he interferes in the past?

  Things people say about Slater:

  "I find the history of stone circles particularly fascinating, and Ms. Gray did a fantastic job of weaving intelligent research with vivid fantasy in a way that kept me reading (and guessing!) long into the night."SF

  "To me, the best part of the story is the joy and excitement which Gray writes it. You can tell it's a subject she is particularly interested in, and that love of the topic really makes the story shine."JF

  "Although Slater is aimed at teens, the pace, content and maturity of the main character make it also a perfect choice for adults too." PY

  The first three books are available on Amazon, Kindle and Nook. Read more at www.hengistarcher.co.uk

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