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Taran Matharu

    January 1, 1990

    Taran Matharu is a New York Times bestselling author whose imaginative works have captivated readers worldwide. His writing is celebrated for its ability to build immersive fantasy worlds, drawing audiences into epic adventures filled with magic and peril. Matharu's storytelling prowess lies in his unique blend of classic fantasy tropes and fresh narrative perspectives, making his books a compelling read for those who love grand quests and intricate magic systems.

    Taran Matharu
    Summoner: The Outcast
    Contender: The Champion
    Summoner. The Battlemage
    Contender 03: The Champion
    Contender: The Challenger
    Summoner. The Inquisition
    • The Tainted Khan

      • 580 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      In this epic sequel, Jai aspires to be a dragon rider and yearns for freedom from the oppressive Sabine Empire. With his dragon, Winter, still maturing, Jai faces a challenging path to liberation for his people, the Kidara. Upon discovering a tribe on the Great Steppe, he realizes they are the Tainted, outcasts in a complex political landscape. As a stranger among his own, Jai grapples with his uncle's reluctance to relinquish power. Meanwhile, the Sabine Empire's legionaries and Gryphon Guard threaten the tribes, pushing Jai to rapidly acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for survival. He must enhance his magic, become a true warrior, rescue the woman he loves, and deepen his bond with Winter. The burden of leadership weighs heavily on him, and he hopes that Winter will soon be strong enough to help him shoulder this responsibility. The series has received glowing reviews, highlighting its rich world-building, intricate politics, and compelling characters. Readers have praised the blend of action, emotion, and the deep connection between Jai and Winter, making it a must-read for fans of fantasy.

      The Tainted Khan2025
      4.1
    • Der Flug der Drachenreiter. Roman

      • 624 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      Die Sabiner sind durch ihre Griffon-Garde stark, doch Drachen sind noch gefährlicher. Nur die nordischen Barbaren können Drachen zähmen. Titus, der Sohn des Kaisers, soll die Tochter des Barbarenkönigs heiraten. Sklavenjunge Jai entdeckt ein Komplott und ein Drachenei, was ihn vor eine entscheidende Wahl stellt.

      Der Flug der Drachenreiter. Roman2024
      4.0
    • FROM THE ASHES OF AN EMPIRE, A HERO WILL RISE...

      Dragon Rider2024
      3.9
    • Contender 03: The Champion

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      In a world far from our own, where enemies come in many forms, the ultimate battle for survival continues ... You will not want to miss the explosive final book in the epic CONTENDER trilogy from the bestselling author of the Summoner series.In Taran Matharu's The Champion, the explosive final book in the Contender trilogy, Cade and his friends wage the ultimate battle for their lives, and the fate of Earth itself, in the Game set by the cruel and mysterious Pantheon ...

      Contender 03: The Champion2021
      5.0
    • Contender: The Champion

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      In a world far from our own, where enemies come in many forms, the ultimate battle for survival continues ... The explosive final book in the epic CONTENDER trilogy from the bestselling author of the Summoner series.

      Contender: The Champion2021
      4.3
    • In a world far from our own, where enemies come in many forms, the ultimate battle for survival continues ... The stakes are higher than ever in The Challenger, the second book in the epic new trilogy from the bestselling author of the Summoner series.

      Contender: The Challenger2020
      4.4
    • The Outcast

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The fourth book in Matharu's "New York Times"Dbestselling Summoner seriesis the prequel story of Arcturus and how he rose from boy summoner to head ofVocans Academy.

      The Outcast2019
      4.2
    • Eines Tages entdeckt der junge Schmiedlehrling Fletcher, dass er die seltene Gabe besitzt, Dämonen zu beschwören – genauer gesagt, den feuerspuckenden Ignatius. Als Fletcher eines Verbrechens angeklagt wird, das er nicht begangen hat, müssen er und Ignatius fliehen. Gemeinsam machen sie sich auf den Weg zu einer geheimnisvollen Akademie, auf der Fletcher zum Dämonenkrieger ausgebildet werden soll, denn Orks drohen, die Welt der Menschen zu überfallen, und einzig die Dämonenkrieger können sie aufhalten. Für Fletcher ist es der Beginn eines atemberaubenden und lebensgefährlichen Abenteuers ...

      Die Dämonenakademie2019
      4.4
    • Contender 01: The Chosen

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Introducing the epic new series from the author of the New York Times bestselling SUMMONER series, Taran Matharu.

      Contender 01: The Chosen2019
      3.8
    • Summoner: The Outcast

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The highly anticipated prequel to the New York Times bestselling Summoner trilogy - if you like Pokemon and wish you went to Hogwarts, you'll love this fantasy world from Wattpad sensation Taran Matharu.

      Summoner: The Outcast2018
      4.2
    • The Summoner's Handbook

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Enter the world of the Summoner with this beautifully designed special edition handbook, including a complete illustrated Demonology and an exclusive new story - the never-seen-before diary of the Summoner who inspired the series hero, Fletcher. A must-have for all Summoner fans!

      The Summoner's Handbook2018
      4.2
    • Summoner. The Battlemage

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      ONE BOY'S POWER TO SUMMON DEMONS WILL CHANGE THE FATE OF AN EMPIRE ... The epic conclusion to the fantasy trilogy described as 'Harry Potter meets Lord of the Rings meets Pokemon'. After the thrilling cliffhanger at the end of book two, we rejoin Fletcher and his friends in the ether, where they must undertake a mortally dangerous quest all the while avoiding capture by enemies and facing foes more terrifying than anything they have yet encountered. But this is nothing compared to what truly lies ahead for Fletcher, as his nemesis, albino orc Khan, is on a mission to destroy Hominum and everything and everyone that Fletcher loves. Epic battles, dramatic revelations and breathtaking drama await in the third book in the New York Times bestselling Summoner series. BONUS MATERIAL: Find out more about Demons in an illustrated DEMONOLOGY - exclusive to this paperback edition. 'Friendship, loyalty, magic and political intrigue beckon ...' The Bookseller

      Summoner. The Battlemage2017
      4.3
    • Summoner. The Inquisition

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      ONE BOY'S POWER TO SUMMON DEMONS WILL CHANGE THE FATE OF AN EMPIRE ... More demons, epic battles, and fights to the death: introducing the unmissable next instalment in the New York Times bestselling Summoner Trilogy... On trial for a crime he did not commit, Fletcher must face the Inquisition who will decide his future - the process is gruelling, lead by those who will do anything to see him suffer and haunted by ghosts from the past with clues to Fletcher's tragic origins. But Fletcher has little time to dwell on these new revelations when the king announces a deadly challenge to the graduating students at Vocans. One that involves entering Orc territory to complete a risky mission. With loyal demons by their sides, commoners and nobles, dwarves and elves must overcome barriers of class and race and work together to triumph. The reward: a fortune in gold, the safety of an empire and PEACE. With the entire empire watching, Fletcher has much to prove, but there are those out to get him and it soon becomes clear that there's a traitor in their midst, trying to thwart the mission and create unrest within the Empire. With everything stacked against him, Fletcher must use everything in his power to fight his way to victory. BONUS MATERIAL: Find out more about Demons in an illustrated DEMONOLOGY - exclusive to this paperback edition. 'Friendship, loyalty, magic and political intrigue beckon ...' The Bookseller

      Summoner. The Inquisition2016
      4.4
    • The Novice

      Summoner: Book One

      • 355 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Fletcher is working as a blacksmith s apprentice when he discovers he has the rare ability to summon demons from another world. Chased from his village for a crime he did not commit, Fletcher must travel with his demon, Ignatius, to an academy for adepts, where the gifted are taught the art of summoning. Along with nobles and commoners, Fletcher endures grueling lessons that will prepare him to serve as a Battlemage in the Empire s war against the savage Orcs. But sinister forces infect new friendships and rivalries grow. With no one but Ignatius by his side, Fletcher must decide where his loyalties lie. The fate of the Empire is in his hands.

      The Novice2015
      4.1