A hunt for a traitor. A desperate search for salvation. An uncovered secret that could destroy everything they hold dear. Victory over an unstoppable barbarian horde and the salvation of an allied clan are distant memories for Aravon and his Grim Reavers. Now, they have a single objective: unmask the turncoat selling vital information to the enemy, and bring to justice the one guilty of murdering … justice the one guilty of murdering Aravon’s mentor and surrogate father.
The noble quest throws the specially-trained champions directly in the path of a rampaging force of ruthless enemies. Scrambling to defend a precarious position, Aravon and his companions must rely on the courage and skill of mysterious masked warriors guarding a secret treasure.
But even with their forces bolstered, the soldiers have little hope of survival…much less victory.
Can Aravon defeat overwhelming odds to protect his people, or is his mission doomed to end in failure and death?
Steel and Valor is the third book in the epic Silent Champions military fantasy series. If you like intricate tactics, thrilling battle scenes, and brave soldiers fighting to their last breath, then you’ll love Andy Peloquin’s gripping series.
Buy Steel and Valor to join the war against the savage invaders today!
In The Silent Champions series:
Book 1: Shields in Shadow
Book 2: Battle for Peace
Book 3: Steel and Valor
Book 4: Courage to Sacrifice
Book 5: Ragged Heroes — (companion novel)
Book 6: The Last March — (companion novel)
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received as an arc
A phenomenal continuation to Andy’s two previous book in this series. The Grim Revers are busy trying to find a traitor in their mists, trying to keep themselves and others alive. They rely on their camaraderie with one another and their own set of special skills they bring to their small team. In this book you will find intrigue, excitement, tactics, despair, unimaginable decisions, sword, shields, axes, spears,maces, bows, blood, death, guilt, magic, determination.
This is an ** outstanding ** story in a heroic series.
The characters are special, the villains are the worst
and the situation is horrific.
This is epic fantasy at its best.
Phyllis
The amazing saga continues and this book is like getting two stories for one. What I like most about Mr Peloquin’s writing is the empathy he puts into his characters. Any great team has a great leader and with that comes the understanding of each team member. Just like in the work world or on the field in hand to hand combat the loyalty and organization is due to that loyalty and team leadership. You see that Captain Aravon has a great understanding for his team, their strengths and his ability to help them move past their weakness and create team sharing. The knowledge and intensity in which he writes shows in the hand to hand combat scenes, it made me reflect upon what so many WWI, WWII, Korean, on up to present day veterans have experienced. Mr. Peloquin’s books may seem gory and it’s just a story, but I can’t help but think what the men and women in our military go through each day for our freedom. That being said I enjoy these books immensely as the author weaves such a wonderful story in the well built world of his creation. I am so intimately drawn into each characters’ pains and loss. I feel each sword strike and loss of friend fighting beside them and the respect Captain Aravon earns from those who question his authority and I try to figure out how will they get out of the impossible situations they are thrown into. My favorite part is the battle at the mine Wow, just Wow and we get to know so much more about Belthar, my favorite character, and yes I cried near the end. There is no disappointment in reading Steel and Valor only praises for the 3rd book in the series that is now my new favorite…..I Love This Book!!!
I enjoyed Steel and Valor as I have the previous books in the Silent Champions series. We have more growth of the Grim Reavers characters, the introduction of other characters who are sure to become important in the future, a brief appearance of one of Andy’s other characters from another series and plenty of plot twists leading up to the revelation of the traitor and his end. And little Snarl, the Enfield, saves the day more than once for everyone who’s as fond of him as I am.
received this book as an ARC.
Finished up Steel and Valor…and WOW! Just WOW!!!! This the third book in the series, and it just keeps getting better! The story of Aravon and his team as they race their way towards a traitor and a hoard of giant Celtic type tribesmen that want nothing but kill everyone in their path.
If you love tactical battle scenes and going against all odds, then you’ll love this book and series. I love the way Andy Peloquin writes about the soliders point of view, insight of each member of the team and those they meet along the way. The people, the culture and their enemies. Andy writes a tale that encompasses all the readers senses.. intrigue, adventure, heartbreak, the essence of survival as they depend on each other in order to survive. The way the author sneaks in little tidbits of the other characters that live in the same world…like The Hunter of Voramis
Andy Peloquin has created a place..a world that the reader can and will become immersed in…the characters and what each and everyone of them gave up, left behind or walked away from in order to save their way of life and the world they live in. These characters will become unforgettable to the reader or they did to this reader. Things happen that make you want to swear, hold your breath and just smack the crap of one them for the idiot things they do in order to save the other members.
I Absolutely love this series Andy Peloquin, writes such an action packed, intense and heart pounding tale! I really can’t wait for the next book..! This is a must read for anyone who loves military fantasy!
As always Andy delivers an extraordinary story. He’s such a great storyteller. I read all his books. Excellent writer, the best characters, full of action & adrenaline. It has it all. Wonderful job. I received a copy and voluntary leaving a review.
Overall rating:5
Once again this epic tale has kept me at the edge of my seat. The pull on my emotions through this gut wrenching storyline is staggering! When a reader seeks out new authors to grab their attention, this one is now my go to referral. A true must read for any that crave the trials and tribulations of fantasies in epic proportions! This tale has me almost afraid to read the next book, yet it is a guarantee that I must! All my reviews are always voluntarily written.
Wow! Non-stop action! The Grim Reavers need to get the Duke’s body back to Icespire and identify & stop the traitor, without being killed first! Great character development and several nods other Peloquin series. Absolutely fabulous! A great story, told well, and wrapped up nicely. I look forward to Captain Snarl & companies next adventure and wish them the best of luck!