The Quest of Ortho

About the Book

The Beckoning Quest An average young man, named Ortho, who often dreams of knighthood is laughed at and mocked by those who live in his village. One day the protective oracle of the kingdom, the Crystal Chalice, is stolen by evil forces, sending the kingdom into darkness. Only the return of the Crystal Chalice can prevent the kingdom from being swallowed up by the forces of darkness. Ortho heeds the call and ventures off in a quest to return the Crystal Chalice.

About the Author

William Coates is a retired Fire Marshal from Alexandria, Virginia who was inspired to write this story while attending college. He is currently an Assistant Teacher in the Science Department, with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System in Charlotte, NC and a Minister with the United House of Prayer for All People Church. He enjoys writing, teaching and scuba diving.