Rhymer: Volume 1

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Thomas the Rhymer, legendary twelfth-century figure of traditional Scottish balladry, as you've never seen him before.

Hes known by many names over timeTam Lin, Robin Hood, and numerous other incarnations reaching into the presentbut at his heart he is still True Thomas, one man doing all he can to save us all from a powerful foe.

When his brother is snatched right before his eyes, Thomas hunts for justice and discovers that not only do these elves steal people, but they also are skinwalkers who occupy humans in positions of power. Their goal: to obliterate humanity and take over our world. When Thomas is dragged into their alien realm, hes imprisoned and barely escapes alive, but in the process he gains near-immortality and the ability to transform himself. Will it be enough to protect his loved ones and defeat this powerful foe

Rhymer brings to life Thomas the Rhymer, legendary twelfth-century figure of traditional Scottish balladry, as a champion who must battle the diabolical Yvagan alien race thought to be elves and faerieshell-bent on conquering our world. This saga pits Thomas against the near-immortal elves, first with only his wits, then with powers of his own that enable him to take on these evil creatures throughout the centuries.

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Praise forRhymer:
Gregory Frost brings real magic toRhymer!The novel is a mystical blend of ancient folklore, new ideas, dynamic action, and real surprises. Very highly recommended! Jonathan Maberry,NY Timesbest-selling author ofKagan the Damned

I love this book!Rhymeris flawless. The plot is compelling, the action is riveting and the prose is perfect. True Tom is a hero for the ages--and one you can believe in. Gregory Frost has taken Celtic fantasy and made it new. No, better than new. He has made it exciting again. You will not encounter a finer fantasy novel this year. Jonathan Maberry,New York Timebest-selling author of Kagan the Damned

Ring bells and throw confetti from the rooftops! Gregory FrostsRhymeris a wonder and a delight and easily the best thing Ive read in years. I recommend it to literally everyone in the world. Its just that good. Michael Swanwick, Hugo Award-winning author ofChasing the Phoenix

PraiseforRhymer: Hoode:
Intricately plotted and peopled with fantastic characters both real and imagined, Gregory Frosts Rhymer: Hoode occupies a fresh space in the legend of Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest. Book Two of the Rhymer Trilogy, Hoode takes aim at blending real history with science fiction, and hits the bullseye . . .Very highly recommended.Rick Wilber, author ofAlien MorningandAlien Day

Author Bio

Gregory Frostis an American author of science fiction and fantasy, including the Shadowbridge series,Fitchers Brides, the Philip K. Dick-ian science fiction novelThe Pure Cold Light, as well as two novels derived from the Celtic epic thetin b cuailnge.His short fiction has appeared in many anthologies and magazines and includes a Best Novelette winner ofAsimovs Science FictionsReaders Award, Lock Up Your Chickens and Daughters, Hard and Andy Are Come to Town, collaboratively written with Michael Swanwick. He taught the fiction writing workshop at Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania,for eighteen years.