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Hi there, I'm Ivor K. Hill, the author of THE FIRST SCARS, my debut grimdark fantasy novel that was a semi-finalist in this year's prestigious SPFBO awards (a massive honor, especially for a debut!).

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THE FIRST SCARS

Epic Dark Fantasy

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Perfect for fans of Steven Erikson and Elden Ring.

The immortal Branded are needed once more; the Druidic Curse has returned to the Fatherland, and an entire city has fallen. The Great One calls for aid, and the devout and desperate come in droves to sear their skin with His mark. A new generation of the Branded is born.

Before resurrection, there must be death.

What makes THE FIRST SCARS compelling is how the magic system - resurrection - shapes the characters and world in visceral, twisty, mysterious ways. The main characters, Niko and Tasha, as well as the rest of the Branded, can resurrect at Nudacha circles upon death. 

But this isn't a time-loop story - if one of the Branded dies, the rest must fight on without them until they resurrect. That means every poorly chosen word or missed swing of a sword is consequential. Read on as the Branded battle not just their cursed foes, but their own fracturing order. 

"A great grimdark debut" Fantasy Faction

"The mysterious world-building of Elden Ring with the character-driven detail of Sanderson"
David Green, author of Empire of Ruin

"So much fun"
The Lorehunter

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