The Snowtear Wars: Book 1 -The Chimes of Yawrana by Scot R. Stone
Trade Paperback	6 x 9	Fantasy/Fiction
Release date: February 2007	pages: 411	ISBN: 978-1-933016-42-9
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In distant lands, beyond the great and misty Sarapin Sea, lies the fertile kingdom of Yawrana. A significant prophecy is about to unfold with the arrival of a small group of Zonack voyagers aboard the gallant flying ship The Star Gazer. The Elders, visionaries, and prophets of Yawrana, warn of downfall and destruction as the two civilizations meet.

Oreus Blake, one of eight members aboard the ship, discovers he is the key to the prophecy's outcome. Within days of their arrival, a deadly illness befalls several members of the Yawranan Royal Court. All parties present fall under suspicion, including the voyagers themselves.

The only known cure lies within the limitless healing powers of an ancient flower referred to as the snowtear. Having no other choice, Oreus must gain the trust of the Yawranans as they embark on a quest to retrieve the protected snowtears through many inherent dangers, including a mythic race of warriors known as the Lazuls.

Reviews and Accolades

"This is a grand, sweeping journey, full of adventure and intrigue, plus a rich array of characters. Once you enter Scot Stone's marvelous world, you'll return often and gladly."
-T. A. Barron, NY Times Best Selling author of The Great Tree of Avalon, and The Lost Years of Merlin

" Science Fiction with Heart~ Every character is given a distinct personality and cadence in his or her speech, and though Stone creates a very mythic and surreal place, you can still understand the characters' plights."
-Summit Daily News, Colorado

" This story is philosophical and mythic in its scope, but it's also a great adventure. Readers who love Tolkien and Terry Williams will be drawn into Stone's lavish world and Oreus' adventures. Fantasy and mystery fans alike would do well to curl up with this book. I couldn't bear to put it down."
-Round Table Reviews

"A thoroughly enjoyable science-fiction fantasy that was hard to put down."
-Marie Stolpa, Wisconsin Library Director

"(Mr. Stone's) characters are well developed, likable, and literally bring you to cheers as they battle unspeakable creatures and face unspeakable odds to save their queen and their kingdom. Much like the styles of fantasy greats like C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and James Gurney, Scot Stone has created elaborate kingdoms and enduring characters who display heroic bravery in the face of dangers that seem insurmountable. brilliantly written and sure to please any adventure lover, young and old alike."
-Lee Ann Ward, Author of The Gift of Sun: Hamet's Awakening

"The Chimes of Yawrana, and novelist Scot Stone's abilities as a storyteller will leave the reader looking eagerly toward the next thrilling installment!"
- Midwest Book Review

About the Author

SCOT R. STONE'S mass communications degree lends itself beautifully to spreading the word about his intricately written fantasy epics. He developed his taste for fantasy by reading great literary influences such as J.R.R. Tolkien, Stephen R. Donaldson, and J.K. Rowling.

His sophisticated writing style reaches mass audiences on many levels: fantasy, mystery, romance, action and adventure and has already been compared by many readers as equal to the top fantasy novels on the market today.

As the father of a young daughter, most of Mr. Stone’s writing takes place between 10:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m.- a night owl writer. His favorite part of writing is the challenge of finding the gems that have never before been unearthed.

Web Site: www.scotrstone.com