The Hall of the Wood

THE HALL OF THE WOOD

By Scott Marlowe

The Hall of the Wood

About the Book

A call for heroes. A forest in peril. A patroller forced to face his past.

Jerrick Bur was once a proud member of the King’s Patrollers, but those days are behind him—until a desperate plea from an old friend draws him back into a world of danger. The Simmaron Forest is in turmoil. The Hall of the Wood, a sanctuary for the King’s elite scouts, has fallen silent, and dark forces are stirring within the woods.

Haunted by a past he cannot escape, Jerrick must uncover what has befallen the Hall while navigating uneasy alliances with a cryptic sorcerer, a headstrong knight, and a bard whose songs whisper of the horrors yet to come. As shadows tighten their grip on the forest, Jerrick must confront not only the enemies lurking in the dark but also the ghosts of his own regrets.

But something far worse than goblins and outlaws prowls the depths of the Simmaron. Ancient whispers speak of a forgotten power, a curse long buried beneath the forest’s roots. If Jerrick and his companions fail, the darkness will consume the Hall and spread beyond the Simmaron, threatening everything he once swore to protect.

Perfect for fans of classic epic fantasy, rich world-building, and thrilling adventure, The Hall of the Wood delivers a gripping tale of courage, mystery, and the battle for redemption.

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Reader Praise

"I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of the character development." - Barnes & Noble reviewer

"The author has a unique storytelling ability." - Amazon reviewer

"Couldn't put it down!" - Amazon reviewer

"A fun read with interesting, relatable characters." - Amazon reviewer

"Rangers vs Goblins, Wizards vs Witches, what more do you need?" - Amazon reviewer

"Believable characters and a plot that moves along at a good pace." - Google Play reviewer

Sample Chapters

Maps

NE Frontier of Vranna

Characters

Aliah StarboughAliah StarboughHalf-dryad. Daughter of Vadeya Dawnoak.
AshAshJerrick's (sometimes) faithful canine companion.
BillardBillardMayor of Homewood.
Bostan the QuickBostan the QuickCompany commander, King’s Patrol.
Delbin KinkaedDelbin KinkaedArch-druid.
Evar Evar Eldest of the Elders of the Simarron Hall of the Wood.
GraewolGraewolA citizen of Homewood.
GralGralGoblin lord of Greth.
Gareth HarseyGareth HarseySergeant, King’s Patroller.
HollyHollyA bard. Kayra’s herald.
Holtz MerritownHoltz MerritownCompany commander, King’s Patrol.
Jasper ThornwyckJasper ThornwyckRetired trapper. Old friend of Jerrick's.
Jerrick BurJerrick BurPatroller of the Simarron Hall of the Wood.
Kayra WeslinKayra WeslinKnight-Esquire of Kallendor and Daughter of the House of Weslin.
Murik Alon Rin'kresMurik Alon Rin'kresAn eslar sorcerer.
Nohr StonebrewNohr StonebrewGaugath warrior in the service of Lord Gral.
ParthenParthenPriest of Sarrengrave.
RelkRelkTrapper
SaressSaressA sitheri witch.
SkaveSkaveHaurek stalker in the service of Lord Gral.
SpeckSpeckA grekkel in the service of Saress.
Thomas DrakeThomas DrakeCompany commander, King’s Patrol.
UsharUsharUndead eslar sorcerer.
Vadeya DawnoakVadeya DawnoakDryad. Mother of Aliah Starbough.
ZokoreZokoreHaurek captain.

Places

Cavern of the WellCavern of the WellAn ancient place of power.
Eagle's NestEagle's NestAn ancient lookout post. One of the highest points in the Ugull Mountains.
GrethGrethGoblin mountain fortress ruled by Lord Gral.
HomewoodHomewoodSimarron town on the road to the Hall of the Wood.
Simmaron HallSimmaron HallHome to the patrollers of the Simarron Woods. The oldest of the three Halls.
Simmaron WoodsSimmaron WoodsAn ancient wood. Home to humans, faeries, and others.
Sollin-kelSollin-kelHome of the Simarron dryads.
Tomb of Delbin KinkaedTomb of Delbin KinkaedArch-druid's tomb.
Ugull MountainsUgull MountainsVast expanse of mountains where goblins dwell.
VrannaVrannaOne of the four fiefdoms. Its capital is Thesia to the west.

About the Author

Scott Marlowe writes sword and sorcery fantasy where mystical technology meets explosive mayhem. His riveting tales feature unpredictable twists, compelling characters, and just enough intrigue to keep readers turning pages late into the night.

Read the author's full bio here.

  • Amazon ASIN (ebook): B002DGSKVK
  • Amazon ASIN (paperback):  1456540130
  • Amazon ISBN (paperback): 9781456540135
  • Apple ISBN (ebook): 9781507045237
  • Barnes & Noble ISBN (ebook): 2940012692580
  • Barnes & Noble ISBN (paperback): 9798201222079
  • Kobo ISBN (ebook): 1230000008206
  • Google Play (ebook): YT87CHT9Z7Q
  • Publisher Name: Umberland Press
  • Publisher City: Bentonville
  • Publisher State: Arkansas
  • Publication Year: 2013
  • BISAC Category 1: FICTION / Fantasy / Epic
  • BISAC Category 2: FICTION / Fantasy / Action & Adventure
  • BISAC Category 3: FICTION / Fantasy / General

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