I would like to express my appreciation to Bill Weldy, Jeff Koleno, Sibyl Brewster, Peggy Jester, David Tallman, Sandy Daily, and my wife, Kathy, for taking the time to read the manuscript, share their thoughts, and provide vital input. Relic Tech is a better novel because of their efforts.
With respect to the cover art, I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with Christine Griffin yet again. You really captured Kra.
Finally, I’d like to thank David Wood and everyone associated with Gryphonwood Press for believing enough in my debut science fiction novel to publish it. I hope it’s just the beginning of Security Specialist Keesay’s adventures.
That leaves you, the reader. You’re the reason I wrote Relic Tech. Thank you for choosing my science fiction novel from the tens of thousands available. I truly hope you enjoy the story, and don’t hesitate to let me know what you think by contacting me through my website or posting a review.
About the Author
Terry W. Ervin II is an English teacher who enjoys writing Fantasy and Science Fiction. He is the author of Flank Hawk and Blood Sword, the first two novels in his First Civilization’s Legacy Series, and Genre Shotgun, a collection of his previously published short stories.
When Terry isn’t writing or enjoying time with his wife and daughters, he can be found in his basement raising turtles. To contact Terry, or to learn more about his writing endeavors, visit his website at www.ervin-author.com or his blog, Up Around the Corner, at http://uparoundthecorner.blogspot.com.
Praise for Terry W. Ervin II and Relic Tech
"The tech level premise is fascinating, but what really makes the novel special is the spirit of Krakista Keesay. Kra is a hero to root for—often underestimated, adept with brass knuckles, bayonet, shotgun, and all sorts of old style weaponry. He proves that, while technology matters, so do courage, intelligence, and daring."—Tony Daniel, Hugo-finalist, author of Metaplanetary and Guardian of Night
“Relic Tech is a brilliant piece of science fiction space opera, with edge of your seat action, space battles, aliens, characters you can love (and hate) and a plot that catches you from the beginning and pulls you through to the end. You'll be cheering for Specialist Keesay all the way through this thrilling ride!”—Angie Lofthouse, author of Defenders of the Covenant
“Blood Sword is a tremendous installment in one of the most inventive and compelling fantasy sagas I have read in years!”
-Stephen Zimmer, author of the Fires in Eden Series and The Rising Dawn Saga.
“Blood Sword continues the adventures started in Flank Hawk, in which Ervin created a unique and detailed post apocalyptic world where magic works but ancient technologies from the First Civilization--our world--still exist. You'll cheer as they face off against griffins, fallen angels, gargoyles, and worse, in a fun, engaging adventure filled with wall to wall action.”
-David Forbes, author of the Osserian Saga
“A worthy successor to the original novel, packed with action and entertainment.”
-Jim Bernheimer, author of the Dead Eye series and Confessions of a D-List Supervillain
“Grab hold! Ervin’s got the magic!”
-C. Dean Andersson, author of the Bloodsong Trilogy
“A curious blend of epic fantasy, modern techno-thriller and non-stop action-adventure.”
-Erica Hayes, author of the Shadowfae Chronicles
“Buy it or chalk it up on that long list of things you regret not doing!”
-Stephen Hines, author of Hocus Focus
Books by Terry W. Ervin II
First Civilization’s Legacy
Flank Hawk
Blood Sword
Soul Forge (Forthcoming)
Relic Tech
Genre Shotgun
RELIC TECH. Copyright 2013 by Terry W. Ervin II.
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Published by Gryphonwood Press
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No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system, without the written permission of the Publisher, except where permitted by law.
This book is a work of fiction. All names, characters, places and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination, and any resemblance to actual events, locales or persons is entirely coincidental.
Cover art by Christine Griffin
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