The First Binding
In R.R. Virdi's The First Binding, a storyteller and a dancer meet in a bar, then they changed the world.
All legends are borne of truths. And just as much lies. These are mine. Judge me for what you will. But you will hear my story first.
I buried the village of Ampur under a mountain of ice and snow. Then I killed their god. I've stolen old magics and been cursed for it. I started a war with those that walked before mankind and lost the princess I loved, and wanted to save. I've called lightning and bound fire. I am legend. And I am a monster.
My name is Ari.
And this is the story of how I let loose the first evil.
Thus begins the tale of a storyteller and a singer on the run and hoping to find obscurity in a tavern bar. But the sins of their past aren't forgotten, and neither are their enemies.Their old lives are catching up swiftly and it could cost them the entire world. No one can escape their pasts and all stories must have an ending.
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R. R. Virdi
R. R. Virdi’s writing is a portal into worlds where magic, mystery, and the supernatural collide. With a keen eye for blending urban fantasy with fast-paced action, Virdi has crafted a unique niche that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning pages with every twist and turn.
Born with a deep love of storytelling, Virdi’s passion for writing began early, influenced by a childhood filled with books and boundless imagination. His fascination with the unseen, the mystical, and the powerful echoes through his work, and it’s no surprise that his stories often walk the line between the fantastical and the real. Whether exploring the intricate workings of a hidden supernatural world or tackling complex moral dilemmas, his characters grapple with questions of power, identity, and choice, offering readers a layered experience that’s as thoughtful as it is thrilling.
Tales of Tremaine
In the Tales of Tremaine series, the lines between myth, memory, and magic blur in a way that will pull you into a world rich with secrets and whispers of forgotten gods. At the heart of the story is Ari, a figure whose immortal existence is intertwined with destruction, betrayal, and power. Once a being who could destroy villages and steal magic, he now exists as a storyteller—a man whose voice echoes with the weight of centuries.
Tales of Tremaine consists of two books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
