Acclaimed author releases "Alestha," a preamble to forthcoming fantasy epic, "Kingdom of Ash"

April 29, 2012 - PRLog -- Bryan Healey, the author of the critically acclaimed novel "Shattered Wings," has just released a short story, entitled "Alestha," that represents an important preamble to a forthcoming fantasy epic series, entitled "Kingdom of Ash," that is slated to be released this coming autumn. Telling the story of a nondescript farmhand, named Brandin of Lotin, as he fights for his independence in the southlands against the tyrannical rule of Bradick of Thukra, the hopeful king of the province.

How can Brandin keep his dignity against bondage brought through violence, and hold to bravery under oppression, against odds, with his life teetering precariously at the edge of reason? What drives a man to leave his home and his safety to head north, hoping for a life renewed?

Currently available exclusively for the Kindle, "Alestha" is only $0.99!

http://www.amazon.com/Alestha-ebook/dp/B007XTYVKG/

For more details on the forthcoming series, you may visit the book's website:

http://www.kingdomofash.com/