Island Odyssey - Tales Of The Ocean City 3
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback, Hardback
Ages: 8-11, 12-15, 18+
Graphically Illustrated. Each page a work of art.
‘Tales Of The Ocean City’ is the epic story of a young civilization forced to confront the Vorm, a terrible enemy from the deep past. Join Harl’ut and the noble pegasus Vispushin on this epic adventure as they lead a group of young warriors into the heart of the Vorm Hive.
Book Three: Descent Into The Abyss begins with Calanctus holding training games for the young Kra’ warriors. They are attacked by the Vorm, Harl’ut is captured and brought to Vorm Island where he has a vivid adventure in ‘The Red Maze’. He learns secrets about the Vorm, meets a young woman named Am’vuu and others who are kept as slaves. He vows to escape and avenge them all.
“Tales Of The Ocean City is a great story with music that creates a vivid sensual atmosphere. Powerful, extremely imaginative work!”
- Alexandria Pallas
Christopher Kaufman’s Tales Of The Ocean City is a graphically illustrated book, audio album (filled with Kaufman’s epic cinematic music) and ebook. Each Stand Alone. For full immersion you may wish to combine the written and sound together. The audio book is available on most outlets. For a discount package (ebook plus audio book), go to talesoftheoceancity.com - please buy physical books at your local bookstore, request if necessary.
“Tales Of The Ocean City by Chris Kaufman is a rare kind of experience -- a brilliant form of entertainment that masterfully blends these beautiful episodic stories with dazzling art—and when you add his soundtracks and audio book versions to the mix, fantasy readers who also love epic music are in for a treat! Consume the wonderful world of Kaufman's creative work! ” - F.J.Bayrog - Fantascize Mag.
Reviews
- In Tales Of The Ocean City, Book Six, Christopher Kaufman delivers a beautifully imagined undersea realm filled with intricate ecosystems and fascinating species, blending fantasy and science fiction in a uniquely immersive way. - I was invested in Harl’ut and Vispushin and their heartfelt bond, thanks to the close narration and evocative dialogue. - In Tales Of The Ocean City, Book Six, Christopher Kaufman delivers a beautifully imagined undersea realm filled with intricate ecosystems and fascinating species, blending fantasy and science fiction in a uniquely immersive way. - I love my villains, and I was transfixed by The Stranger thanks to the way Kaufman writes this ambiguous, terrifying, and powerfully symbolic figure. From the first page onward, you find yourself dropped into the action on a world unlike any other you might have encountered in other sci-fi or fantasy works. - The balance between detailed settings and focused action enhances the narrative, keeping it accessible yet thought-provoking. - A remarkable gift for blending classic fantasy adventure with spiritual and philosophical undertones. - The visuals and moody language choices throw us straight into the oceanic world and made me feel completely immersed. - A must for fans of high-concept fantasy with philosophical depth!
The Ocean City is a young civilization hewn from the belly of a vast volcano, once worshipped as the God Pla’than’taa. When Princess Bryn’lynn, daughter of King Bro’whynn of the City, is attacked by the Vorm, a formidable enemy from the past, Harl’ut, a citizen of the City, and Vispushin, his telepathic Pegasus companion, come to her rescue. Following his heroic act, he is initiated into the Kra’, young warriors of the City, and given its leadership. Harl’ut may have saved the princess from the Vorm, but that does not mean the threat is gone. For the City to be safe, he must lead the Kra’ into the heart of the Vorm Hive, where a fierce battle awaits. Is Harl’ut ready for the war coming his way? Find out in Christopher Kaufman’s Tales of The Ocean City Series One: The Vorm War. Lovers of young adult illustrated fantasy epic novels will find Christopher Kaufman’s The Vorm War an enthralling read. With vivid details, colorful images, and a host of diverse characters, Kaufman whisked me away from reality and dropped me right in the middle of a world of imagination. The vibrant images, with bright hues grounded by muted, gentle tones, complemented the text and augmented my imagination. The book is a compact compilation of all five installments in Volume One of Kaufman’s fantasy series, each part an immersive ride full of adventure, bursts of action, thrills, suspense, and more. There is war, loyalty, friendship, villains, mythical creatures, survival, hostages, and rescues, among others, in this read.
