Douglas Courtney

The Prince Douglas Courtney

Publisher Marketing: Princes and Princesses don't exist only in times long ago or lands distant. Princes and Princesses live here in our times with us. Not with the royal trappings or lineage passed down by man, but they live as created by nature and anointed by Truth. These noble men and women are the defenders of truth in our world. They fight the battles that must be fought far from the headlines of mortal men. Truth is in their swords and their deeds. But there are few men who can achieve the exalted rank of Prince of the Earth. No one knows the linage of those chosen to strive for the title of Prince. Those chosen often fail in the achievement. Many attend these choices and their trials because the power of those who succeed is immense and real. Into this realm Cedric is chosen to try to ascend to the rank of Prince. Shamus, as companion, seeks to assist in the attainment. Their trials will define the future of the Realm as well as the world of men itself. Join them as they, their friends, and the Princesses that hold their own rank, work to protect Truth and crown a new Prince. This book is the story of the coming of the novitiate Cedric and his first trial to achieve the rank of Prince of the Earth. It introduces us to the Realm that exists in contemporary times, yet hidden in plain site. It is a fantasy of Princes, Princesses, sword fights, and magic. Come join Cedric, his love Princess Anna and their companions Shamus and Meldroit as they fight for Truth and each other.