Shaman’s Crossing

The first book in the Soldier Son trilogy follows young Nevare Burvelle, the second son of a noble family, as he prepares for a military career on the expanding frontier of Gernia. As he encounters the enigmatic Speck people and navigates a world increasingly driven by science and progress, Nevare faces prejudice, personal trials, and visions that challenge his understanding of his world. Set against a backdrop of frontier conflict and cultural clashes, this story explores themes of tradition, change, and identity in a richly imagined universe.