J. Marschall

Chronicler of Ancient Worlds

BY J. MARSCHALL

DEADLY BRONZE

THE RAIDERS FROM THE SEA

A city on the brink. A queen in exile. Vengeance is coming. Jetzabel will reclaim her throne, while Adonyah struggles to hold power, and Caileis awaits the perfect war. As alliances tighten and betrayal runs deep, the fate of Tarakh-Akil hangs by a thread.

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Synopsis for Deadly Bronze: The Raiders from the Sea:

Tarakh-Akil stands on the edge of collapse. Queen Jetzabel has been driven into exile, while her sister Adonyah rules in name, bound by the very forces that placed her on the throne. As betrayal tightens its grip on the city, Jetzabel prepares her return, a mercenary chieftain seeks war upon the sea, and a fragile crown hangs in the balance. In a world of shifting loyalties and rising danger, power comes at a deadly cost.

Chronicler of Ancient Worlds

J. Marschall – Unveiling the Stories of a Bygone Era

Born in the Netherlands in 1978, I’ve spent much of my life in academia, focusing on physics and astronomy, with over 30 published papers. My career has taken me across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, where I’ve had the chance to explore historical sites.

A passionate reader of historical fiction and non-fiction, I was inspired by my travels to write. After years of dabbling in fanfiction, I’ve written my debut manuscript.

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Deadly Bronze: The Raiders from the Sea is a gripping exploration of political intrigue and power struggles. The betrayal within Tarakh-Akil mirrors modern geopolitics, with Queen Jetzabel and Adonyah offering contrasting leadership styles. A thrilling read for anyone fascinated by the cost of power.

As a mercenary, I resonated with the raw portrayal of loyalty and betrayal in Deadly Bronze. The tactical battles and Jetzabel’s relentless pursuit of revenge make for a compelling journey filled with strategic brilliance and personal sacrifice.

Deadly Bronze captures the personal and political struggles within Tarakh-Akil. The depiction of my rivalry with Jetzabel reveals the harsh costs of ambition and leadership. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the sacrifices made for power and the complexities of family.

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