"Rugal looked around frantically. A bear? Was a bear attacking the village? They all needed to run to safety! He looked down at his furry body and clawed paws and realized his classmate was talking about him…" When feeling overwhelmed, Rugal has a bad habit of running away. He learns he possesses dynamis , a magical power enabling him to change form from human to animal. Finding out his true parentage, he begins a dangerous and uncertain journey. The fate of his future and the kingdom are at stake. Will Rugal have the courage to fulfill his destiny or will the kingdom remain crushed under the evil tyrant's reign? Join Rugal on a magical and action-filled journey in this exciting fantasy adventure that is fun for the whole family! Fans of the Ranger's Apprentice series and Path of the Ranger series will enjoy Sword of Fate and future Dynamis Novels, as well as anyone who likes dragons and other magical creatures. Sword of Fate is first in a series. The Dynamis Novels are high fantasy "clean" fiction containing elements including action & adventure, coming of age, fantasy & magic, and hints of romance. The Dynamis Novels audience includes middle-grade, teen, young adult, and adult readers. "I thoroughly enjoyed Sword of Fate. The plot spins along with intriguing characters, dynamic plot surprises, and who doesn't love a young magical shape-shifting hero!? Nancy Golden is an exciting new voice in fantasy." ---Kathleen Baldwin, Wall Street Journal bestselling author