The Adventures of Tom McGuire
The Bard of Typheousina
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Typhoeusina shuddered in gleeful anticipation of a fresh kill. He now stood still, trying to locate the scent of this new kind of victim, one that he had never tasted before. The serpents which resided upon the galaxies, ruled with such ferocity that each creature and being were frightened and scared, not knowing what or whose life would be cut short. It was when the Moon of Copper Mound, shone its rays across the prairies the sorrow of all would be visible for all to see, including the great serpents which paraded the Tor. Perhaps Typhoeusina was the scariest of all the serpents, with its hundred heads, slamming and bashing the ground at random. This enormous colossal monster serpent with hundred large scaled heads, and obtrude fiery dazzling topaz eyes transfixed like a pelican crossing lamp. His breath of flames flickering sulphur air seemed to engulf the entire surrounding atmosphere as if a volcano had just erupted. The only difference was that Typhoeusina could consume a whole dragon in one gulp! Tom was petrified. He was hiding cautiously under Typhoeusina’s body, and was wondering how long he would be able to sustain this. If Typhoeusina moved, Tom would be squashed under the foul stench and weight of the monster’s underbelly. Jambalee, peeking out from behind a thick protrusion of marsh reeds, had to do something. Tom was frozen with fear. He was stuck solid under Typhoeusina’s torso. The Shield of Life, dropped from his grasp. His hands had become soaked in sweat and were red and swollen from a sudden rush of blood as he anxiously tried to make sense as to what had just occurred.
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This book discusses "Good over Evil, and that good always prevails.- Always A ten year old boy frequents a magical and mystical place, which he discovers at school. Here he meets with his friend Jambalee, who is the leader of the Lupans and Dillyans. They embark on perilous adventures meeting creatures and beings in a parallel world. Tom is asked to rescue the U-Targs and therefore has to confront a serpent with a hundred heads. He crosses the Circle of Life and confronts the Old oak tree, battling his way through a maze of marshes and hazards along the way. Jambalee a loyal servant to Lindiarna is aware of all her powers, he is also aware that Tom is her son; and therefore he wishes to protect and guard him from Morkann and King Polyectes. Tom battles with his thoughts, realising he is the grandson of a great war Lord. Morkann is really an arch enemy of his mother, and wants revenge.
About the Author
I have always wanted to tell people about the tribulations of my colourful life. I suppose all authors write something about their past in their stories. I have done the same by exaggerating each episode and adding my own interpertaton. I have had the fortune of meeting,many characters, some good and some bad, either way, they have all formed a part of my life and have shaped my thoughts and views on this world we all live in. I want the reader to want to turn each page and feel they are a part of my story. My dream would be for each reader to enjoy the narrative and to feel the characters come alive together with the emotions of what each episode brings. Rayner Tapia is a debut author relinquishing magical, mystical and mesmerising narratives based on episodes she has had in her life. She combines fiction and fact together to build a tantalising concoction of gripping storylines with great imagination. Although, the book caters for children aged 9+ it is designed to lure all avid readers of all ages. Using an imaginative narrative and together with the use of Latin combines a casket of wonders for all to enjoy. Enjoy the read of the first book of five in the magical world of Tom McGuire.