Mark of the Fool 9

A Progression Fantasy Epic

By: J.M. Clarke

Narrated by: Travis Baldree

As the enemy escalates, it’s time for Alex to free himself of his limitations once and for all.

The Mark of the Fool.

A ‘gift’ from Uldar that enhances the bearer’s ability to learn any skill, but—in return—one cannot practise magic, engage in combat or use divinity at all. Alex Roth, the latest Fool, has found ways around his limitations.

Now, however, he has hit a wall.

To master the most powerful spells, Alex discovers that the Mark can no longer be worked around. It must be removed…or transformed. Luckily, The Fool of The Traveller’s cycle had laid down the groundwork to transform the Mark of the Fool, but her notes and equipment are hidden away in her sanctum somewhere in the far north.

If Alex wants to be truly free, he must find it.

And time is running out.

The Ravener continues to escalate and the hidden church hunts him relentlessly.

Will he transform the Mark in time and unleash his true potential or will his enemies find him first? In either case, their confrontation will be a mighty reckoning.

Book 9 of the Best-Selling series. Continue your fantastical journey into a coming-of-age magic academy fantasy with a weak-to-strong progression into power, deepening mystery, a setting inspired by D&D, detailed world building and magical science, action, comedy, slice-of-life, and GameLit elements.

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this series is so good

I've been listening to rune seeker which is good, but it seems like the author grew tremendously between writing that book (the one I've heard) and this series

The character seemed fresh in the genre of we too strong

Truly enjoyed the series. I’ve listened to it from book one through book 9. I’m going to now. Look to see when book 10 is coming out.

In one word. Fantastic

Let me first say that the progression, character building, the perspective of each character and the relationships between the characters is in a word fantastic. As a sidenote, not to be confused with less important Travis Baldree I highly recommend Travis to any author that puts out a fantasy or LitRPG adventure. He always gives each character more depth and personality.

Favorite series

Each and every book in this series has pulled me in way more than any other book has. The character development is the best I have ever seen. I can't wait for the next book. I am a little worried that the series might be coming to an end but I really hope there are many more to come.

character progression

it took me a bit to get into this book series but it has been one of the best reads I've had. I hope he author writes more similar to this

Nearing the End

it feels like the end is in sight. The progression has been wonderful and the development of each faction nerve wracking. I look forward to the coming book.

you get answers and they don't disappoint!

nothing at all this book was amazing. everything from narrator, characters, story, this book has it all and more

A thrilling act, but feeling oddly empty and rushed

Well this was what we've been waiting for, but why do I feel like I'm missing part of what I love about this story. Understandably we've come to a point where the major plot needs to evolve and there are factors dicating our hero's responses, but I missed seeing into our other characters and the interplay of Alex's actions on their lives. So much time passed and glossed over, and I'm interested in our supporting cast. I worry that, as we run to the end, we'll find ourselves with a few filler chapters to touch base with everyone again before wrapping things up, but that's for the future.

Overall, this is one I'd gladly say to spend a credit on, but I probably wouldn't pay full price.

tanks

I want a magic tank please and thank you it would make claygon happy:)......uh word word requirement love the writing and can't wait for the next one.

well done

fun story with good character development and dynamic storyline. there are only a few plot holes