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Sufferborn Kindle Edition

by J.C. Hartcarver (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 20 ratings
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When an elf’s name is branded to his soul at birth and defines him for life,

The forbidden name Dorhen’s mother gave him ties him down to a life of loneliness and pain.
His childhood crumbles as his father succumbs to black magic, his mother vanishes, and his home is consumed by flames.
Finding himself in the wilderness with only a cold fairy specter for company, Dorhen quickly loses himself to an endless wander.

But everything changes when he meets Kalea, a novice vestal whose compassion brings light into his dark world. Despite their differences, a spark ignites between them, and they are drawn together by the hope of a better future amid the onset of a famine caused by a greedy, faceless faction of sorcerers.
Kalea and Dorhen’s happiness is short-lived, however, when those very sorcerers raid her convent and kidnap her sisters. Fearlessly, Dorhen breaks into the shaken convent, but soon disappears in the chaos, and Kalea is left alone in the messy aftermath.
Determined to rescue her sisters and the elf she loves, Kalea sets out on a perilous journey across a land rife with magic and festering with an unknown evil. What she’s yet to discover about Dorhen is that his fate is far more terrible than she ever could’ve imagined.
Can she save him from the monster he becomes?

Sufferborn is book 1 in a sprawling dark fantasy with interweaving plotlines, multiple points of view, and sensual elements. This gritty tale of heartache and courage under fire is not for the faint of heart and will appeal to fans of Brandon Sanderson and George R.R. Martin.
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    Sufferborn
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    385 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    October 19, 2019
  6. File size
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Kalea

A sheltered religious woman who discovers she can dreamwalk. Kalea’s faith is unshakable…until a chance encounter with a lonely elf named Dorhen opens her heart to the possibility of love.

Dorhen & Wikshen

Dorhen is a wandering orphan who falls deeply in love with Kalea. His elven instincts bond him to her, but he changes drastically after falling to the possession of an evil pixie. Now he’s the flesh embodiment of a dark deity.

Wikshen is looking to feed his appetite for martial and carnal conquest. It just feels so good to be Wikshen.

Gaije & Mhina

A loving brother, Gaije will stop at nothing to rescue his sister Mhina after Wikshen kidnaps her and delivers her to the kingsorcerer. He joins Kalea on the treacherous journey into the Darklands. Things get awkward when Gaije and Kalea discover they’re searching for the same villain for very different reasons.

Mhina’s rare magical ability makes her valuable to Kingsorcerer Lamrhath, who hopes to beguile her into helping him achieve his goals. But he doesn’t expect an eight year-old girl to be one of the few people brave enough to resist him.

Daghahen & Lamrhath

Identical twins unable to stay together…or apart. Their rivalry ruined Daghahen’s life, and now he wavers between yearning for peace and seeking revenge against his brother.

Meanwhile, Lamrhath plots to expand his domain as kingsorcerer over the Darklands. But when Kalea stumbles into his dream, a possible remedy for the ailment that torments him daily arises…

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J.C. Hartcarver

Who is She?

She's a renaissance woman. A born creator, an outsider, a woman who thinks for herself. Above all else, she is an artist. She loves oil painting best, but wanders through life exploring any media she can get her hands on, such as intaglio printing, ink drop painting, vector-based art, and even 3D modeling. She never stops learning and never loses her curiosity and hunger for new creative outlets.

Fun Facts About J.C. Hartcarver

  • The inspiration for Sufferborn struck her at age 13 when Alice in Chains's "Would" played on her radio.
  • She relies on music (esp. heavy metal) to get her creative juices flowing.
  • Painting her own covers is half the fun of book creation.
  • She built her own high-powered computer.
  • She is an adept seamstress, and works in her mother's bridal shop in her spare time.

J.C. Hartcarver's Writing Style

  • Expect high fantasy with epic plots. She prefers reading and writing in worlds outside of our own.
  • Her tales are dark and gritty, with a dash of unapologetic adult content. Your reading experience may get a little intense!
  • She's very interested in the psychology of her characters and aspires to write about deep themes. These are stories in which to get immersed.

The Sufferborn Series...

  • is a Dark Fantasy Epic.
  • is a Slow Burn Romance.
  • is Heavy in Adult Content and Psychological Drama.
  • is Projected to be Six Books.
  • has Multiple Points of View.
  • has Interweaving Plotlines.
  • features a Rich and Engaging World with Unique Races of Elves, Witches, and Demons.
  • features a Strong Female Hero, a Cursed Dark Hero, and a Tormented Villain.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A grand epic that delivers exceptional characters, magic, and romance."--Kirkus Reviews
"A beautiful, poignant love story and a gripping dark fantasy."--Amazon reviewer
"It's definitely the beginning of a bigger story."--Amazon reviewer
"A definite recommended read for big fans of old-school high fantasy."--Amazon reviewer

From the Author

Sufferborn is not your everyday fantasy-romance. It is not a light read. This series is intended for readers looking for deep, complex, and EPIC concepts (think Elizabeth Haydon's Symphony of Ages or Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series, which I had read in the past and taken influence from). My most savvy reviewers have confirmed that Sufferborn reads like classic fantasy. I would include "romance" as a sub-genre because the romantic relationship between the two main characters, Kalea and Dorhen, is the overall foundation and motivation for the story to continue, as well as the defining factor this series will require to wrap up. I classify this story's genre as "Epic Romantic Fantasy." There is more than one subplot. This story is long. This story is dark. You've been warned.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YG8PMKD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dorwik Publishing (October 19, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 19, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3689 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 385 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 20 ratings

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J.C. Hartcarver writes sexually charged dark fantasy novels chock-full of danger and intrigue. She is an artist who can't write without painting or paint without writing. She lives in Tennessee with her husband and two birds.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 out of 5
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Sibella
5.0 out of 5 stars A Dark & Lovely Story
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2019
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Sufferborn is both a beautiful, poignant love story and a gripping dark fantasy. The story starts out simply enough when the main character Kalea rescues an elf, Dorhen, from persecution in her village, but grows deeper and more complex over the course of the book. Kalea is an appealing protagonist, smart and compassionate with a great deal of inner strength, while Dorhen is a blend of sexy, endearing, and brooding that's utterly impossible to resist. Characters like Daghahen, Gaije, and Bowaen are equally likable and well-written, and although their subplots are not as extensive as the main story arc, there are intriguing hints that they will eventually weave together to create a sprawling epic--something I look forward to following as the series continues. Hartcarver also excels at weaving small, yet vital details into her narrative that make the cultures and settings of her book come to life without the kind of lengthy exposition that can grow so tedious for readers. The elven culture is particularly vibrant, at once familiar and unique. All in all, this is a great read, and highly recommended for anyone who enjoys their fantasy with a generous helping of romance on the side... or vice-versa. ;)
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Jay Veloso Batista
5.0 out of 5 stars Elves & Magic
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2020
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I enjoyed the story of Kalea Thridmill and her convent in Hallowill Forest and how she meets and falls in love with the cursed elf Dorhen Sufferborn. The world is richly imagined with adventures in the Lightlands and the Darklands, and I especially liked the land of Norr with Elvish and Norrian words. The elf characters, such as Lehomis and the outcast Daghahen and his Mercyman escapades, were captivating. The central theme of possession, or Pixtagen, when a human or elf is taken or possessed by a powerful pixie demigod, weaves through the book and haunts the main protagonist. The book is only starting the adventures, and new enticing characters such as Bowaen the huntsman join the story and leave the reader intrigued. I am looking forward to reading more of Hartcarver’s fiction.
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Marissa Gramoll
5.0 out of 5 stars Dark Fantasy Romance
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2019
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Just finished this book. I'm giving Sufferborn 5 stars because it's a solid indie debut novel. There were parts I loved about the book, particularly the romance between Dorhen and Kalea. Be aware there is a lot of adult content. The prologue was very long and told from three perspectives, which I found unusual. The overall quality of the book is good. You can tell the author did well in the production. Love the cover art (by the author) and the illustrations in the back of the book. It's definitely the beginning of a bigger story.
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Kay
4.0 out of 5 stars A Fantasy Romantic Adventure Written for Adults
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2019
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading Sufferborn. High fantasy is not the genre that I usually read. I don't know much about Elf lore, but the romance and adventure drew me to it.
Kalea lived a sheltered life in a convent where she grew up, and planned to live, the rest of her life. She encounters an Elf, Dorhen, while in town one day and that changes her life forever. The World of Kaihals is occupied by humans and elves each living in their own kingdoms with limited interaction between them. This encounter is the beginning of drastic change for both lives. The adventure takes place as sorcerers wreak havoc on the Lightlands separating Kalea and Dorhen during a violent attack on the convent where Kalea lived.
The story drew me in because, like Kalea, I found Dorhen intriguing. His family history and nomadic life adds to his allure. All of the characters are well developed and the author gives you insight into their choices as the story develops. The story is full of action, magic, betrayal, intrigue and internal turmoil. It keeps you turning pages even when you should be doing other things. It is definitely written for adults and does have sexual content as part of the overall story.
Not being familiar with Elf lore it was very helpful to have the glossary with Elvish pronunciation. The Author is also an artist so the book has a map, illustrations and beautiful cover art. For me the cover is a deciding factor in my choice whether to read a book or not.
This book was a very good read and I am greatly looking forward to the next installment of the story. Kalea and Dorhen live in a world that ignites my imagination and carries me away for a bit of adventure .
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Darline
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021
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Very well written. Great characters.
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Adryanna
5.0 out of 5 stars You will thank you for reading!
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2019
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What a great book!! I thoroughly enjoyed the story and characters and was so mad to be done reading because now I have to wait for the next book. What a tough life! ;)
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Stephanie K
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
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Well written and interesting plots!
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Catherine Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging, dynamic characters.
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2019
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This was a lovely, romantic story with fleshed-out characters. Each had such a distinct voice that remained consistent throughout the book. Looking forward to book 2!
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L. L.
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting debut book by excellent fantasy author
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2019
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Epic in every way - intrigue, mystery, magic, betrayal, rivalry, discovery, romance... this book has tons of personality and a unique set of characters that are vividly and expertly portrayed by Harcarver. How refreshing to find something that goes beyond and is sophisticated and brave enough to appeal to a mature audience! Trust me: this is one indie author you do not want to dismiss! I cannot wait for the next book.
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