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Patrick Laplante

    This author, drawing from an engineering background, brings an exceptional attention to detail and an ability to explore profound philosophical questions to his writing. His works delve into themes such as non-violence, free will, and the definition of personhood, often questioning the boundaries of humanity. Blending inspirations from Western and Eastern fiction, tabletop games, and comics, he crafts unique worlds that prompt readers to reflect on morality and love. His style, precise and thoughtful, offers answers to inquiries often left unaddressed in other genres.

    Clear Sky: Book 1 of Painting the Mists
    Blood Moon: Book 2 of Painting the Mists
    • Blood Moon: Book 2 of Painting the Mists

      • 426 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Following the events in the spirit woods, Cha Ming and his friends make a complete recovery. But not everyone is the same, and more trouble is on the horizon.Guided by destiny, Cha Ming and Huxian face a sinister plot.In his penance, Feng Ming discovers a horrifying, devil-worshipping cult that will change the fate of the Song Kingdom. Meanwhile, Gong Lan struggles to find her way, her grief fueling an insatiable lust for power. Can she use this power wisely, or will she hurt her friends in the process?Facing the rising tide of darkness, Wang Jun fights the oracle’s apprentice, Zhou Li, in a battle of wits. The forces of evil are mobilizing, and the coming struggle will change our heroes immensely—for better or for This novel is an Eastern fantasy novel, which means it contains a lot of martial arts, Asian mythical creatures, and many references to Buddhism and Daoism. Cultivators fight to pursue immortality, fight demons and devils, and engage in ancient crafts like alchemy and weapon forging. If you've never tried an Eastern fantasy novel before, give it a try. You'll like it!

      Blood Moon: Book 2 of Painting the Mists
    • Clear Sky: Book 1 of Painting the Mists

      • 356 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Du Cha Ming was a normal person. Going with the flow, never making any real decisions. But then as Cha Ming begins to question his place in the universe, a fateful encounter gives him another chance at life. A chance that takes him to a place where he can make his own destiny. Reborn in an ancient land filled with demons, devils, and angels, Cha Ming finds himself facing challenges he never imagined. He soon discovers that only the powerful get to make choices, and the rest don't get a say at all. Prior to his mysterious rebirth, he was left with a riddle, one that will change his life, for better or for worse. But who left this riddle? And why was he sent here? Cha Ming sets out to find the answers, because if he doesn't, he may lose himself and everything he holds dear. Note: This novel is an Eastern fantasy novel, which means it contains a lot of martial arts, Asian mythical creatures, and many references to Buddhism and Daoism. Cultivators fight to pursue immortality, fight demons and devils, and engage in ancient crafts like alchemy and weapon forging. If you've never tried an Eastern fantasy novel before, give it a try. You'll like it!

      Clear Sky: Book 1 of Painting the Mists