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The Defender (Skharr DeathEater Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Michael Anderle (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 569 ratings
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A powerful wizard working behind the scenes. The true power behind the throne.

A bastard son trying to get a birthright to challenge the status quo.

A dungeon that can provide the status he needs to challenge the next heir... and the wizard.

Armed guards who don't plan on the bastard making it back.

Enter Skharr DeathEater into this story. A Barbarian in the wrong bar at the right time to stop an assassination attempt.

The young prince hires Skharr to protect him, and Skharr figures he has nothing better to do.

Nothing better than to stop hired assassins, a dangerous dungeon run he wasn't planning on joining and perhaps meeting the ultimate creature feared by anyone with any sense.

A Dragon.

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“In every person there is a bit of barbarian waiting to be unleashed.

A moment when one must decide what one is willing to accept.

Death, defeat, or allow one’s carnal rage to take control and consequences be damned.”

Skharr DeathEater
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About the Author

Michael Anderle is the internationally bestselling author of more than forty urban fantasy and science fiction novels, including the the Kutherian Gambit, Opus X, Federal Histories, and Exceptional S. Beaufont series. He is also coauthor of many more with other authors under his company, LMBPN Publishing, which has now sold over three million books.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08LHJNK7F
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ LMBPN Publishing; 1st edition (December 15, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 15, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2722 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 290 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 569 ratings

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Michael Anderle (ok, weird talking about myself in the 3rd person) (1967-Hopefully a long time from NOW) was born in Houston, Tx. A very curious child, he got into trouble - a lot. What to do with an inquisitive mind when he was grounded? Read!

Ok, done with all of that 3rd person stuff.

In the first 20 years, I mostly read Science Fiction and Fantasy. In the last 10 years I have enjoyed Urban Fantasy and Military Fiction. With this background, I've been blessed with creating The Kurtherian Gambit series, a well-selling, and fan loved, collection of stories.

The fans have propelled these stories beyond my wildest imagination and they should get all of the credit for sharing with friends, family and occasionally the random person on the street. They are fantastic!

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JMN4555
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolutely entertaining and enjoyable series!
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2021
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Congratulations to Michael Anderle for this amazing series. It’s extremely hard to find such an interesting and exciting author who not only writes intelligently but also provides top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories. I’m really looking forward to the next book.
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WhoDatDog
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2021
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This book is imaginative and entertaining, as are the previous two in the series. Comparison with Robert Howard’s Conan books is difficult to avoid, but of little use. No one in the genre has come close to Howard’s ability to create atmosphere and the breadth of imagination that went into making Conan the archetype of all that followed.

This series should be judged on its own merit and by any fair measure it is a worthy addition to sword and sorcery. I look forward to future installments and hope there are many more to come.
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conan
4.0 out of 5 stars More fun swords and sorcery
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2021
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Nothing earth shattering or new here. That said, a good read as you know what you are getting. I’ve put the next book on my list, and expect that I’ll work my way through all of them
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Jeff Rikard
5.0 out of 5 stars High Lord Janus is a ass
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2020
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LOL Michael does it again. Fantastic read and another great adventure for Skharr our favorite Deatheater. I can't wait to see what happens next. And as always the authors notes are enlightening. Keep up the good work Mr Anderle
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JDMGuam
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
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This is a good book. You shouldy read it. I like the story. The characters are fun. The book is a good read. i enjoyed it alot.. Download or buy it today. why not?
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David Laughlin
5.0 out of 5 stars If any clue about how engrossing this book was I started it this morning and finished it in the same day excellent read
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
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I'm in a number of groups on Facebook talking about fantasy and science fiction books and I read a lot of books this series has been so fun can't wait to get into book number four taking back to how I had wished the writing was better on the old Conan books where we have a barbarian facing impossible circumstances but coming through them this character is more believable in my opinion and funner to read well written the only sadness will be when I hit the last book
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Syd
4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 The Kind That Are Unusually Good Swimmers Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021
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The Defender is the third novel in the Skharr DeathEater series by Michael Anderle.

This edition has to be my favorite in Skharr DeathEater’s story. I truly enjoyed the addition of Tryam, the contender for the empiric throne. It’s the most we’ve had chance to experience Skharr’s philosophical side or witnessed, at great length, how knowledgeable and intelligent he is. I think Skharr and Horse gained another brother in these pages.

Another pop-up of Theros/ the old man with the donkey. Apparently there should be a paladin on sabbatical appearing soon, and I honestly can’t wait to see what tomfoolery comes about when this ‘holy person’ meets our infamous barbarian.

I’m assuming Skharr gave Horse the longevity charm at the end of the book there, so that he could experience a more youthful state and continue to adventure at his brothers side. All this talk of mares and a safe home or retirement for Horse, has me questioning whether Skharr will meet a lady to retire for. (Girly of me I know.)
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R & D Carmichael
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome story
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2021
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I loved this installment of Skharr's story. Good mix of action and humor. Great characters that come to life on the pages. I can't wait for the next one. Reminiscent of Robert E. Howard but with more humor.
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Chaz
5.0 out of 5 stars Unexpected left turn, from the previous books
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2022
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This book did not go where I thought it would go. I think the author wanted to experiment with the the main protagonist and probably have some fun at the same time, as usual. We see Skharr as a bodyguard and almost as a sidekick. Fun read.
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Rob McA
5.0 out of 5 stars Michael Anderle has created something truly special.
Reviewed in Australia on June 28, 2021
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I have mow read the complete Skharr series: excellent series well worth 5 stars.
I first read "Death Becomes Her"; the beginning of the Kurtherian series in June 2019 and have since read 425 books from the various 'universes' that owe their existence to Michael and his merry band of co-authors.
What a fantastic time I've had.
I strongly recommend that readers explore the writings of Michael and the other authors, there's something for everyone amongst the 100's of books from these writers.
I cannot thank you enough Michael, for 100's of hours of entertainment.
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S. Reid
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2021
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Skharr is living up to destinys call while seemingly wandering the land doing his mercenary duties and this story in particular seems to show that the gods have more in store for the legend of Skarr the DeathEater.
Throughly enjoying this series and hopefully this has a lot more stories to follow.
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Barbara Davies
5.0 out of 5 stars More Skharr yay
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 24, 2020
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In this book we learn a tiny bit about Skhaar's background. I laughed hard when Horse re-joined Skharr after 2 days of 'retirement'. Ooh dragons, yeti, dreams and fighting. Lots of fighting and a emperor in waiting. Oh and someone from Skharr's past. Roll on Jan to get book 4 :)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Barbarians are the best
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2020
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I am so loving this series! The action the humour and the philosophy are all top notch. What is a mystery though is if the viceroy didn't want the Prince to come back a leader why send him on a real challenge? Anyway next one please!
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