Rod's Fiction Books
Rod's Fiction Books
Welcome!
In addition to the many blog posts and technical books I’ve written, and other content creations such as podcasts, conferences, webinars, etc. etc. — did you know I’m also a fiction author?
If you’re as geek as I am, you might find some of my fiction efforts interesting. Writing fiction allows me to fulfill my personal creative side, while feeding the creativity for my professional profile. It’s a therapeutic exercise for me. Reading them could be a therapeutic experience for you, allowing you an excursion and a respite from normal world.
Both my technical and fiction books can be found on my Amazon Author page, but this page represents my fiction efforts (https://www.amazon.com/author/rodtrent), but this page is focused entirely on my released and upcoming fiction offerings.
Sword of the Shattered Kingdoms: Ancient Crystal of Eldoria
In the realm of Eldoria, where magic courses through ancient forests and craggy mountains, a legendary artifact lies shattered - the Ancient Crystal of Eldoria. This relic, capable of uniting or shattering the realms themselves, has been missing for centuries. But now, its fragments stir once more, setting into motion a chain of events that could reshape the very fabric of existence.
Eldric the Silent Blade, a brooding warrior haunted by a tragic past, discovers the first shard embedded in his mysterious sword - a blade that traps the memories of its victims. This grim finding marks him as the Chosen, destined to reassemble the crystal. Lyra Stormweaver, an impulsive weather-witch from the northern tundra’s, receives prophetic visions of realms colliding and elemental chaos unleashed should the crystal fall into the wrong hands.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ymt9tA
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/SSK?tab=readme-ov-file#sword-of-the-shattered-kingdoms-ancient-crystal-of-eldoria
WW2045: Alien Revenge
The year is 2045, a century after World War II. As the world has moved on from the atrocities of World War II, an ominous force lurks in the depths of the cosmos, plotting its revenge. In the waning days of the war, the desperate dictator was abducted by an advanced alien civilization, the Kridrax, who saw his twisted genius as a valuable asset in their quest for universal domination.
Promising the chance to conquer Earth and exact his vengeance, the Kridrax performed a sinister experiment – transplanting the dictator's consciousness into a synthetic body, one designed to sustain him indefinitely. For decades, the dictator bided his time, assisting the Kridrax in subjugating planet after planet, all while honing his thirst for power over the human race he so despised.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3UbaQVU
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/WW2045
Isolde Frostbane: Legacy of the Ice Priestess (Sword of the Shattered Kingdoms)
In the realm of Eldoria, an ancient land where magic permeates every crevice and the very air thrums with arcane energy, a legendary artifact lies shattered - the Ancient Crystal of Eldoria. This relic, capable of uniting or shattering the realms themselves, has been shrouded in mystery for centuries, its true power all but forgotten.
Amidst the rolling hills and frozen peaks of this mythical domain, a young girl named Isolde Frostbane is about to embark on a journey that will shape her destiny forever. Born into a humble village, her life is shattered when a marauding band of mercenaries lays waste to her home, leaving her orphaned and alone in a world that has suddenly turned cruel.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4eZjwHr
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/SSK?tab=readme-ov-file#isolde-frostbane-legacy-of-the-ice-priestess---a-sword-of-the-shattered-kingdoms-novel
Mistaken for Dead: Rebellion of the Reanimated
In a chilling tale of twisted science and dark government conspiracies, "Mistaken for Dead: Rebellion of the Reanimated" unveils a shadowy world where the dead are stolen from morgues and hospitals, only to be turned into zombies for the blood sport of the ultra-rich. This dystopian narrative explores themes of survival, rebellion, and the monstrous nature of unchecked power.
In the depths of a clandestine government facility, a group of rogue scientists and military officials have embarked on a macabre mission. Funded by shadowy figures with deep pockets and darker appetites, they steal cadavers from morgues and hospitals under the cover of night. These bodies are then transported to their secret laboratory, where they are injected with a reanimation serum—a gruesome concoction designed to bring the dead back to life.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4h2O38v
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/MFD
Ethan Veritas: The Twin Within
In a world teetering on the precipice of a technological singularity, Dr. Evelyn Carter, a brilliant researcher at the vanguard of digital twin technology, embarks on an audacious quest to replicate the intricacies of human existence in virtual form. Her groundbreaking endeavor, fueled by an insatiable thirst for knowledge, aims to forge an exact digital facsimile of a human being—a feat that could unlock unprecedented insights into the depths of the human condition.
Harnessing the boundless potential of data streams, simulations, and real-time measurements, Dr. Carter meticulously crafts her magnum opus: a sentient digital twin imbued with the capacity to forecast and render physiological states with unparalleled fidelity. Yet, as this virtual doppelganger takes shape, peculiar anomalies begin to manifest, defying the established boundaries of scientific understanding.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ua4p5f
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/TwinWithin
Earthbound Shadows
In the misty forests of the Great Northwest, a young man named Owen leads an unremarkable existence until his sister Lily introduces him to an ancient cult that reveres the myths of old. Desperate for purpose, Owen is swiftly initiated through mysterious rituals and archaic chants promising enlightenment. As part of his indoctrination, he is tasked with becoming a Bigfoot hunter, venturing deep into the wilderness to seek out these fabled creatures.
One fateful night, Owen's life is forever altered when he comes face-to-face with a towering family of Bigfoot. Though initially awestruck by their majestic presence, a creeping sense of dread begins to take hold as he realizes these are no mere myths, but living, breathing entities that seem to exude an otherworldly malevolence. This encounter marks the start of a series of bizarre and terrifying experiences.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BM0HIZ
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/EBS
Quantum Tides
In a world teetering on the precipice of a genetic revolution, Dr. Elara Voss's groundbreaking discovery threatens to upend the very fabric of life itself. Her research into DNA replication errors unveils a startling truth – spontaneous mutations are not merely random occurrences but are influenced by the enigmatic quantum mechanical behavior of hydrogen atoms within the genetic code.
This revelation exposes the existence of "Quantum Tides" – an unseen force that ebbs and flows, altering the probability of tautomer formation and thus the rate of genetic mutations. The implications are staggering; by harnessing these tides, humanity could cure genetic diseases, extend lifespans, and reshape the very blueprint of life.
Get it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4h9tJ5h
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/QuantumTides
Old Like Us: The Forgotten Grave
Nestled in the tranquil outskirts of a quaint town lies the Starlight Eldercare Facility, a serene haven where lifelong friends Eleanor, George, Mabel, and Harold have reunited after decades. Their bond, forged in the fires of childhood escapades and schoolyard mischief, remains as strong as ever, even in their twilight years. They spend their days reminiscing about the past, sharing laughter over old memories, and finding solace in each other's company.
One crisp autumn morning, the facility's groundskeeper, Mr. Thompson, stumbles upon an ancient, half-buried headstone while tending to the garden. Its inscriptions are faded, but a chilling phrase sends shivers down his spine: "Beware the cursed ground." Intrigued and alarmed, he shares his discovery with the elderly quartet, igniting their once-dormant spirit of adventure.
Eleanor, the group's de facto leader and a retired history teacher, dives into the mystery with fervor. George, a former detective with a keen eye for detail, takes meticulous notes and sketches of the site. Mabel, ever the storyteller, begins to weave tales of ghostly apparitions and lost souls, while Harold, the tech-savvy engineer, scours the internet for any clues about the cemetery's history.
Get it on Amazon: coming…
Read a free chapter: https://github.com/rod-trent/OldLikeUs