He has spent his whole life trying to prove himself worthy of his father's crown. By age fifteen, Bomani's warrior skills had surpassed all the boys his age; yet that wasn't enough for him. When the precious Ifa Scepter must be found to save his kingdom, it is Bomani who secretly sets out on this journey to retrieve it -alone. But, it is destiny that adds a companion to his solemn quest; a young girl named Farra. This cheerful, chatty, young sorceress is just attaining her powers and has only just begun the sacred magical bond she share's with her wolf pup. Together, they venture deep into the, "Forbidden Expanse," where most other humans would not dare to dwell. Their, "Search for the Ifa Scepter," will test every aspect of their being in this intense magical adventure. They'll need Bomani's prowess of shield and spear, Farra's sorcery, and the help of a few magical runes to battle their way through the Expanse. Yet, the most powerful of all of their assets is their courage and the friendship they will forge.
Review
4.0 out of 5 stars Not Usually Fond of Fantasy, But This Book Grabbed Me, December 12, 2009 By Tracy F. It isn't often that I find a fantasy novel that wraps its way into my head making me push aside other tasks to keep reading. With the intention of reading a few chapters before tackling housework and other mundane tasks, I curled up near the fire and read every page of The Ancient Lands: Warrior's Quest-Search for the Ifa Scepter in one sitting. In the world known as Madunia, Hatari and his siblings plan to conquer every nook and cranny for complete domination. In this story, Hatari's armies have done well, but he and his armies of ogres remain unable to get control of the Kingdom of Ufalme. King Jumbe, ruler of Ufalme, is concerned over a drought that is threatening his kingdom's welfare. He is unaware that his youngest son, Bomani, overheard him talking to his adviser. Fifteen-year-old Bomani wants to prove himself worthy of ruling the kingdom one day, and with what he overhears, a plan is hatched. Legend has it that the gods grew unhappy after the theft of the Ifa Scepter. The king's adviser has a map leading to the scepter. If it is returned to the Kingdom of Ufalme, the drought will end and everyone's welfare will be saved. Bomani decides to make this his quest. Joined by a young sorceress, Farra, who still needs to develop her full powers, and Farra's wolf-pup Pupa, the trio set off to find the scepter and prove they are as powerful as the adults around them. Descriptive, unusual creatures like the Shadowlight, a soul-sucking black mass; large flies with the legs and fangs of a spider; and grotesque fish, with five-foot tongues that have sharp nail like projections keep the reader and the heroes on their toes. Along the way, the heroes of the novel learn valuable lessons about themselves and the way they handle issues, particularly Bomani who has a tendency to think only of himself. Watching his character grow added layers to the novel making it incredibly enjoyable from start to finish. If you have a fantasy reader in your house, I think he/she'd be well pleased with this novel. The plot moves swiftly, action never seems to slow down and the author, Jason McCammon, does a great job creating undeniable images with words. For those who like to create mental pictures as they read, I found the descriptions, dialogue and setting sprang to life making it easy to visualize every detail. Along the way, Farra uncovers a new quest, to find the five surviving shape-shifters. This sub-plot leads the way to a second The Ancient Lands novel. I, for one, can't wait to read it. --roundtableforkids.blogspot.com/
Don't be fooled by the title! The Ancient Lands' Warrior Quest is anything but an old story being re-told. Instead, Warrior Quest is full of excitement and magic. Author, Jason McCammon, easily transports you to a whole new world - a world full of magical and odd things. The imagination that he has strewn throughout every page is phenomenal. This journey is unique and his characters are unforgettable. Warrior Quest follows super ego, fifteen-year old Bomani as he tries to prove himself worthy to be Ufalme's next king. All he has to do is get the Ifa Scepter from the evil Hatari. This is a near impossible task that Prince Bomani thinks he can do overnight. Thankfully, his over the top egotistical behavior is balanced out when sweet, Farra and her pup, Pupa, tag along for the journey. Farra adds knowledge and wit to Bomani's brawn and teaches him the ultimate lesson of all, friendship. Each chapter contains a new creature or situation that will have you reading until you get to the end. Just when you think you never want to leave their magical world, McCammon ends the story, leaving you on a cliffhanger. Trust me. You will want to dive into Warrior Quest because the adventure is just getting started. --amazon.com/gp/cdp/member-reviews/A1LGVZC4FP45V2/ref=cmpdprevall?ie=UTF8&sortby=MostRecentReview
About the Author
Perhaps having lived in thirty different place by age 35 has contributed to Jason McCammon's thirst for creating something new. After attaining a Bachelors degree in still photography, Jason shifted into the the world of film and television. It was there that he fell in love with the aspect of creating a story. "I have found nothing that is more rewarding or more pleasurable than creating. Every moment in life is fuel for a new idea." -Jason McCammon