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Mark of the Fool 9

A Progression Fantasy Epic

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Mark of the Fool 9

By: J.M. Clarke
Narrated by: Travis Baldree
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As the enemy escalates, it’s time for Alex to free himself of his limitations once and for all.

The Mark of the Fool.

A ‘gift’ from Uldar that enhances the bearer’s ability to learn any skill, but—in return—one cannot practise magic, engage in combat or use divinity at all. Alex Roth, the latest Fool, has found ways around his limitations.

Now, however, he has hit a wall.

To master the most powerful spells, Alex discovers that the Mark can no longer be worked around. It must be removed…or transformed. Luckily, The Fool of The Traveller’s cycle had laid down the groundwork to transform the Mark of the Fool, but her notes and equipment are hidden away in her sanctum somewhere in the far north.

If Alex wants to be truly free, he must find it.

And time is running out.

The Ravener continues to escalate and the hidden church hunts him relentlessly.

Will he transform the Mark in time and unleash his true potential or will his enemies find him first? In either case, their confrontation will be a mighty reckoning.

Book 9 of the Best-Selling series. Continue your fantastical journey into a coming-of-age magic academy fantasy with a weak-to-strong progression into power, deepening mystery, a setting inspired by D&D, detailed world building and magical science, action, comedy, slice-of-life, and GameLit elements.

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Great new addition to the series. really love how the story has evolved so far.

Long live the General!

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I've no idea how this series just gets better and better. There hasn't been one poorly written moment for me

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Probably one of my favourite books now everything about the writing style characters world building and depth I’m hooked! Wish there was more books feels like if the author wanted to it could go on for at least another 10 books it’s a shame there’s only 1 more

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5 stars all across the board. One of the best series. Can't wait to book 10 to be released.

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Incredible book and serious overall highly recommend, Decent length books with great story pace and description.

Great book and series

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