Trials of the Horseman

Hes lost his love. Hes lost his horse. And now hes lost.Grimble is the regiments best rider but after hes assigned to an elite team for a covert mission they make him prove his worth to the new unit. And when everything falls apart he finds himself on foot alone and struggling to survive while being hunted by a king a deadly mage and a host of creatures he never knew existed.The odds are stacked against him. The noose is tightening. The enemy draws near.But Grimbles love drives him on. Will it be enough? TRIALS of the HORSEMAN is the first book in Dean Radts epic fantasy series that explores the bonds between people the gray between good and evil and the resolve it takes to stay true in the face of adversity. Trials of the Horseman is a hard epic fantasy novel set in an Earth analog world. The story follows Grimble Broadleaf a cavalry trooper who searches for his lost love Ellie. His commanders select him to join an elite team for a secret mission behind enemy lines. Their assignment: To contact a military officer turned spy who claims to have information vital to the safety of Grimbles country.The antagonist is Page a mercenary mage. She is deadly motivated and well respected in her company. Her team is hired to capture or kill the spy and anyone who meets with him.Bhen an ordained aide to a high ranking priest finds himself in unfamiliar conditions. The priest he serves has a vision that she believes is a warning. Bhen accompanies her to meet with the head of their church to make sense of the vision.