The Reluctant Swordsman

Description

A young man is transformed into a barbarian fighter in this adventure from "one of the leading masters of epic fantasy" (Publishers Weekly). Wallie Smith can feel the pain. He goes to the hospital and remembers the doctors and the commotion, but when he wakes up it all seems like a dream. However, if that was a dream, how do you explain waking up in another body and in another world? Little Wallie finds himself in the physique of a barbarian swordsman, accompanied by both an eccentric priest babbling about the Goddess and a voluptuous slave girl. Is this a rude awakening or a dream come true? What in the world will Wallie do now that he has found himself stranded in a strange realm? Well, it just so happens that the Goddess is in need of a swordsman. It will not be easy, but if he succeeds he will have everything he wants. If he does not, things could get ugly. Wallie is reluctant but sees his chance. If only he had the faintest clue as to the adventure he is about to unleash! If only he could imagine the forces that will be out to vanquish him!

About the Author

Duncan, Dave

Dave Duncan was a Canadian author known for his works in the fantasy genre. He was born in Scotland in 1933 and emigrated to Canada in 1955.Duncan's most notable works include the "A Man of His Word" series, which follows a young man named Rap as he journeys through a magical world and must fulfill a series of promises, and the "King's Blades" series, which explores the lives of an elite group of swordsmen who are bound to serve their king.Duncan's other notable works include the "Venetia" series, a historical fantasy series set in Renaissance Italy, and the "Gilded Chain" trilogy, which follows a group of students at a magical academy as they uncover a dangerous conspiracy.Duncan's writing is known for its vivid world-building, well-drawn characters, and intricate plots. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Aurora Award and the Crawford Award.In addition to his writing, Duncan was also a geologist and worked in the oil and gas industry for many years. He passed away in 2018 at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of beloved fantasy novels that continue to be read and enjoyed by fans around the world.

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