The Shattered Vigil – Book 3 of The Darkwater
The Vigil’s victory and survival over the forces corrupted by the Darkwater should have earned them a respite.
But soon, Willet and the other members of the Vigil find that the slaughter of Bas-solas was a mere feint, designed to distract them. Another member of the Vigil has gone missing and rumors of gold in the forbidden forest have created a rush that will spawn an even greater threat.
Even worse, dwimor, assassins that haven’t been seen since the kings’ war, walk among them again, men and women who cannot be seen until it’s too late.
The orders of the church, panicked, threaten to take Willet and the rest of the Vigil into custody, a move that would guarantee the Darkwater’s victory.
Reviews for The Shattered Vigil
Shattered Vigil is the second installment in the Darkwater Saga. If I thought By Divine Right and Shock of Night were superb, then I have no words for Shattered Vigil.
Patrick Carr has the ability to pull the reader into a new world and immerse that reader into cultures, beliefs, societies, and lands that are rich in detail. He uses not just first person point of view (Willet Dura), but also third person, to give the reader a dual experience. Let them know what is to come and what is happening, but to also be there, be that character.
When it comes to reading a fantasy novel, I want to be swept away with complex characters. Those type of characters where at times I will hate them or extremely dislike them, but other times where I view them as a hero. There are no stereotypes in this book.
Published by a Christian company, Shattered Vigil holds a multi-faceted story of the Christian faith. So many nuances and little sub-stories within parallel the stories in the Bible, and even the people of the Bible.
I was only disappointed one time in the book. And that was when it ended! The one person who was thought to be a phantom, all I can say it that the truth was surprising. I looked forward to the next book and need to find out if the mystery of Darkwater will ever be solved. Will Willa’s vault be his undoing? Will the Vigil and the Urchins become more than anyone ever thought possible?
This is truly a book full of saints and sinners, but all one soul seeking truth.
-Daphne Self – Goodreads
Everyone has those authors – when someone asks you for a recommendation – they’re the top names to spill out of your mouth. When asked why you like them, you can try to name things like excellent style, plot, or characters, but it’s really all of those things, and yet none of them at once. It’s that otherness, that quality you can’t pin down, but that resonates so strongly with you. Most simply put, the way you read, they write.
“The Shattered Vigil” has more of everything from the previous Darkwater Saga book – more world building, more character history, more twists. There is never a moment where the reader knows what is coming next, as nothing is ever revealed as you would think. This is edge-of-your-seat storytelling at it’s finest.
The story has so much going on, so many plot threads weaving and looping back on themselves, with each character getting their chance to carry the narrative. I really enjoyed that aspect, that through the individual adventures of each character, we begin to see just how vast the fight really is, and how it will impact their entire world, not just one kingdom, not just one story.
There is well-timed humor, deeply poignant moments, and pulse-racing-page-flipping action, all led by characters I don’t want to leave at the end of the work. In short, I crave the next installment!
-StudentofParables – Goodreads
The Shattered Vigil invites you into a captivating world where mystery and adventure intertwine. Join our friendly characters as they navigate challenges and uncover secrets that will keep you engaged from start to finish. Whether you’re a fan of thrilling tales or simply seeking an escape, this story promises to enchant and entertain. Discover the magic and join the journey today!