Was Bodden cursed the day he was born? Life on the frontier is harsh, leaving little room for mercy, but Richard believes there has to be a better way. Even from an early age, he struggles to find his place in a world where he is neither needed nor wanted, powerless to change his fate. It is only when he meets a knight of renown that he learns what it is to be truly noble. Finally able to control his own destiny, he must choose between his past and the future for the sake of Bodden. Mercerian Tales: The Making of a Man is a story that reveals the inner workings of one of Merceria's greatest nobles, Lord Richard Fitzwilliam, Baron of Bodden. This book is best read in its chronological order, as much of what the young Richard experiences relates directly to Dame Beverly's childhood. Gather some cheese and crackers, and start reading Mercerian Tales: The Making of a Man today!

Mercerian Tales: The Making of a Man

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Smoke







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ichard looked out the window of the map room, gazing to the east.

“When do you think Father will be back?” he asked.

“Not until tomorrow,” replied Edward. “He was going east, scouting the edge of the White...













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Summer 922 MC




R
ichard looked out the window of the map room, gazing to the east.

“When do you think Father will be back?” he asked.

“Not until tomorrow,” replied Edward. “He was going east, scouting the edge of the White...

Chapter 23