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Hands To Make War: The Awakened Book Three Kindle Edition

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After fighting his way back from a paralyzing defeat, Kael resolves to bring an end to the enemies of the Orudan Empire. Enlisting the help of his family and most-trusted friends, he faces off against an ancient evil and embraces his destiny.

As Maeryn rises through the ranks to attain a command position within the Resistance, she learns of a conspiracy in her organization and realizes the enormous resources at her disposal. Determined to set things right, she seizes control and sets a new course for the movement.

Reacquainting with his closest friends, Saba pieces together the identity and motive of the enemy. Bringing his vast knowledge to bear, he collaborates with Orud’s High Council to force the enemy into the open, while waiting to reveal a secret of his own.

Working to establish communications with the mysterious organization protecting him, Adair sets in motion a plan that he hopes will enable him to return to his world—and his family.

In Book Three of his Amazon bestselling series, Jason Tesar’s epic saga shatters the barrier between ancient and modern worlds, hurtling toward earth’s post-apocalyptic future as it blends the genres of fantasy, science fiction, action adventure, and military thrillers.

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The third of four children and an introvert from the start, Jason Tesar grew up as an imaginative "middle child" who enjoyed the make-believe world as much as the real one, possibly more. From adolescence to adulthood, his imagination fed itself on a diet of books, movies, and art, all the while growing and maturing--waiting for its opportunity. Then, during a procession of monotonous, physically laborious day-jobs, his imagination leaped into motion, bringing together characters and locations of a world that would someday come to life on the pages of a book. In late 1998, Jason made his first attempt at writing, managing to complete a whole scene before returning once again to reality. A year and a half later, a spontaneous night-time conversation with his wife encouraged him to take his writing seriously and to keep on dreaming. Over the next seven years, Jason carved time out of the real world to live in an imaginary one of epic fantasy, science-fiction, and military/political conflict. The fruits of this labor would later become the first three books of the bestselling AWAKENED series. Due to the incredible support from readers around the world, Jason has continued his trajectory into make-believe, recently jumping from stable employment in the micro-electronics industry into the mysterious abyss of full-time writing. Living in Colorado with his beautiful wife and two children, Jason now spends the majority of his time fusing the best parts of his favorite genres into stories of internal struggle and triumph, friendship, betrayal, political alliances, and military conflict. His fast-paced stories span ancient and future worlds, weaving together threads of stirring drama and intense action that provoke reader comments such as, "I couldn't put it down," and "I'll read anything he writes."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0051AD2AY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ 4shadow, LLC; 2nd edition (January 19, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 19, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3157 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
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The third of four children and an introvert from the start, Jason Tesar grew up as an imaginative “middle child” who enjoyed the make-believe world as much as the real one, possibly more. From adolescence to adulthood, his imagination fed itself on a diet of books, movies, and art, all the while growing and maturing—waiting for its opportunity.

In late 1998, Jason made his first attempt at writing, managing to complete a whole scene before returning once again to reality. A year and a half later, a spontaneous nighttime conversation with his wife encouraged him to take his writing seriously and to keep on dreaming. Over the next seven years, Jason carved time out of the real world to live in an imaginary one of epic fantasy and science-fiction. The fruits of this labor would later become the first three books of the Amazon bestselling AWAKENED series.

Due to the incredible support of readers from around the world, Jason continued his trajectory into make-believe, jumping from stable employment in the microelectronics industry into the mysterious abyss of full-time writing. Living in Colorado with his beautiful wife and two children, he fused the best parts of his favorite genres into stories of internal struggle and triumph, friendship and betrayal, political alliances, and military conflict.

Eleven novels and one short story later, Jason’s imagination is just getting started. But the challenges and responsibilities of the real-world are gaining strength, trying to pull him back.

If you’d like to help keep Jason in the make-believe world, follow along on his journey, or get behind the scenes info on his fictional work, visit www.jasontesar.com and sign up for his email list. You can also find him on Facebook (Author Jason Tesar) and Twitter (@jasontesar) or send him an email at jasontesar@yahoo.com.

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Customers enjoy the book series and find it enjoyable to read. They appreciate the engaging storyline, vivid imagination, and suspenseful pacing. The writing quality is praised as well-written with a great narrating style. Readers also appreciate the character development and mystery surrounding certain dark characters.

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144 customers mention "Readability"144 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book series. They find the story engaging and enjoyable to read. The characters are well-developed. Overall, customers consider it an excellent trilogy.

"...of their surroundings to the amazing battle scenes, everything was flawless, well thought out, and put down on the page so well that I didn't even..." Read more

"Excellent 3-part series. I thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy. Quite entertaining and unpredictable. Tesar is a masterful storyteller and has me hooked...." Read more

"...The book is great and so are Four and Five. I got my husband into these and we are anxiously waiting for the next book to come out!..." Read more

"...It was such a pleasure to read these books for the story line and not have to skip through page after page after page of a very detailed..." Read more

84 customers mention "Storyline"67 positive17 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline. They find it engaging, with a fast pace and plenty of action. The author creates suspense and creates amazing battle scenes. Overall, readers describe the books as good fiction.

"...development to the description of their surroundings to the amazing battle scenes, everything was flawless, well thought out, and put down on the..." Read more

"...that comes highly recommended to those who especially enjoy great battle scenes, mysterious creatures, unpredictable story lines, imaginary places,..." Read more

"...Excellent storyline and story telling. I can see the movie in my head." Read more

"...It was such a pleasure to read these books for the story line and not have to skip through page after page after page of a very detailed..." Read more

59 customers mention "Writing quality"44 positive15 negative

Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find it easy to read and follow the characters, with a great narrating style. The author has a vivid imagination and improves as he continues writing his books. The story is complex, but told in a simple and entertaining manner.

"...to the amazing battle scenes, everything was flawless, well thought out, and put down on the page so well that I didn't even really have to..." Read more

"...Great story line and lots of detailed description of action. I almost felt as if I was there...." Read more

"...The story is complex, but told in a very simple and entertaining manner. What an imagination!" Read more

"...However, the story is centered on potentially rich complexities and the writing style also introduces the greatest weakness...." Read more

37 customers mention "Character development"33 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book. They love the character Kael and watching him grow. The book has action, a superhuman hero, and plenty of conspiracy and mystery surrounding certain dark characters.

"...The characters are like dear old friends to me and I hope to see them again!..." Read more

"...scenes reminiscient of The Lord of the Rings, and mystery surrounding certain dark characters...." Read more

"...I felt as if I was there living the lives of these interesting characters...." Read more

"...I enjoyed the characters and the plot. (SPOILER) I did want to know more about Kael's father and also about Saba...." Read more

37 customers mention "Imagination"37 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's imagination engaging and suspenseful. They appreciate the vivid descriptions that keep their attention. The storyline holds their interest, exploring different aspects of a fantastic world. Readers praise the author's skill in creating an intriguing perspective and captivating story.

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"...last two books i read within a week because it was non stop and kept you wondering...." Read more

"...Book Three explores so many different things and creates suspense and answers some of the questions from the first two books...." Read more

"...Interesting concept and I like that it ties in with the "real world" at the beginning and ending of all of the books (and other times too)...." Read more

19 customers mention "Pacing"14 positive5 negative

Customers enjoy the engrossing story and find it easy to read quickly. They appreciate the author's storytelling and the quick download of the books to their Kindles.

"...I did not understand the ending. The story is lively and fast moving. There is much to visualize as you read...." Read more

"...The pace of the story moves well as the author is always leading the reader into the next predicament...." Read more

"...I do have a few carps. I felt the pacing of the story could be improved. For example, the fight scenes at the end of book three went on and on...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2011
    Ok, I just finished book three and, like the other two it was phenomenal! But the series can't possibly be over. I am completely addicted! Usually when I read a series, I don't read the books all at once, I take a break between installations. Not this time! I read all three books back to back and now I am wishing that they weren't over. The characters are like dear old friends to me and I hope to see them again! I still have a hard time believing that this is only the beginning of what this author has in store for us. A lot of well known, seasoned authors don't even write this good. He truly has a gift when it comes to storytelling! From character development to the description of their surroundings to the amazing battle scenes, everything was flawless, well thought out, and put down on the page so well that I didn't even really have to visualize anything. The scenes just popped into my head as though I was watching it, not reading it. Now, all I have left to say is this: Jason, please, please, please, write more books!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2012
    Excellent 3-part series. I thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy. Quite entertaining and unpredictable. Tesar is a masterful storyteller and has me hooked. The story kept me fully engaged the entire time. Full of adventure, awesome battle scenes reminiscient of The Lord of the Rings, and mystery surrounding certain dark characters. I can visualize an entire film being made from this wonderful novel. However, the ending of the story was hugely disappointing. It left a lot of unanswered questions open. For instance, who were the modern men with computers, guns, cigars, boats, trucks, etc. mentioned several times throughout the story? And, where was Kael headed off to at the end of the story? Who precisely was Kael? What is the Awakened? The story ended too abruptly, setting us up for a fourth book I suppose. But, after this much reading I was ready for some closure. I guess I'll have to stay tuned for Book 4, but how long will these questions go unanswered? Nevertheless, it was an excellent novel that comes highly recommended to those who especially enjoy great battle scenes, mysterious creatures, unpredictable story lines, imaginary places, and moving drama.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2013
    I was looking for something good to read, there is so much 'fluff' out there. I came across the Awakened series and tried Book One. Actually, the first book left me depressed and a little disturbed. I realized most books don't have that affect on me so I decided to try book two to see if it got the negative thoughts of the first book out of my head. WOW!!!!
    After getting into book two, I could not wait to read the next, which is this one. Jason Tesar is going to be one of THE AUTHORS of the century, I feel. I have read that he quit his 'day job' after this book to concentrate on writing and it was a great idea. The book is great and so are Four and Five. I got my husband into these and we are anxiously waiting for the next book to come out!
    Excellent storyline and story telling. I can see the movie in my head.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2011
    First of all, I have to say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! It was such a pleasure to read these books for the story line and not have to skip through page after page after page of a very detailed description of a sexual act between a couple. Please, we all know what goes on in the bedroom. Just kiss if you must but then please "SHUT THE DOOR"!

    Great story line and lots of detailed description of action. I almost felt as if I was there. After reading book one, I immediately ordered books two and three. I am hoping for a book #4. Have to find out what happened to Adair and if Kael finds him.

    Young or old, anyone who enjoys fantasy/adventures will enjoy this trilogy of a battle between good and evil.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2012
    I have not read too many book series but this one is definetly a good one and keeps you going. the first book as with many series startes off a little slow to warm you up but the last two books i read within a week because it was non stop and kept you wondering. i hope there is a 4th book because the end of the 3rd kind of left you hanginging and wondering alot of things, would be interesting to see what he would do with a 4th book on top of answering many questions. great story though and original plot with great battle detail.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2011
    After reading the first book i was hooked. I didnt expect too much from a free kindle read but I was pleasantly wrong. The book was so intriquing that I could not put it down. I quickly purchased books 2 and 3 for a wopping 2.99 each, can't beat that. Book 2 was just as good as one . I felt as if I was there living the lives of these interesting characters.

    Book 3 however although started strong, i was really disappointed with the ending of the fact that Adiar was left out for much of the book. So disappointed that I looked up the Author and low and behold, he has more stuff coming!!!! Adair is much alive and in our world... Kael is on his way to our world... interesting!!!! Check out the authors homepage for details.... ;- CANNOT wait for Book 4!!!!!!

    He is also writing a prequal to this, with Saba, and where he's from and how he started... Its going to be really good.. I can't wait!!!!!The Awakened: Book Three
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  • Andreas
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gut geschrieben, interessante Story
    Reviewed in Germany on June 5, 2013
    Interessante Geschichte, gut geschrieben.
    Hab es in der Kindle Version gelesen wie auch die ersten beiden Teile.
    Story ist mal etwas anderes, hat durchaus überraschende Wendungen und hat mich von Anfang bis Ende gefesselt.
  • BarbieV
    5.0 out of 5 stars Will keep you reading well after you should have gone to sleep!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 14, 2013
    Fab book. Just need the author to get onto book 4. Have downloaded the prequel book and looking forward to getting stuck into that as it's also getting great reviews. Really good characterisations and great unpredictable and multifaceted story line. No guessing what comes next and kept me eagerly glued to what would happen next. Really brilliant writing. Keep up the good work Jason!
  • Phil
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable book if you looking for something different
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2015
    I have never read this type book of book before and started the series not knowing if I would enjoy you however I have been pleasantly surprised. The author has done an excellent job of keeping the story moving along with new twists, the plot is always devolving and I am looking forward to reading the fourth in the series.
  • A. Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent series of books
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2012
    I've read all three books and loved everyone, they are well written fast moving and exciting. Yes there are a few lose ends but you have to remember these are a series of books (according to the author's web site there could be up to seven) which I believe over time will come together to reveal the whole and complete story. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series once they have been published.
  • Michele Mershon-Fleck
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best series ever read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2014
    I am including all in this series for this review since the books have cliff hanging endings, causing you to want to read the next one, and on, and on etc.

    When I downloaded "The Awakened", it was mainly because the topic sounded interesting and it was free. I was just getting ready to move to England, and I was trying to put a few books on my e-reader before I left... The Awakened was one of those books. It took me 16 months after moving before I even picked up my E-reader ( I had a catrillion real books to get me through). In March I realized there were no more books to read, so I dug out my e-reader and charged it up...

    Out of the few books on my e-reader, I choose "The Awakened" to start with, and I have not put it down since. I scrambled to get the next four books and am currently on Book #4. I was hooked within the first few pages... wanting to know what will happen next. The differences between the worlds is well written and thoroughly thought through... My hats are off to Jason Tesar. His imagination is very intense, riveting, and adventurous.

    I am not going to write about my thoughts on the particular story because I do not want to ruin any part of these books for anyone else. I am a woman of 58. Normally I read a lot of detective type books with an intertwining of romance on some level. I have absolutely no interest in books depicting wars and battles. I can no longer say that because the Awakened has woken me up to a whole new genre. ENJOY!

    PS, As an amateur writer, I was very impressed reading Jason's story on how he wrote this book (his very first novel). it is a true inspiration to all new writers.

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