{"product_id":"an-unexpected-hero-light-novel-vol-1-9781638492870","title":"An Unexpected Hero (Light Novel) Vol. 1","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDungeon Crawler Carl\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eDragon Age\u003c\/i\u003e in the bestselling LitRPG humorous fantasy adventure series \u003ci\u003eAN UNEXPECTED HERO\u003c\/i\u003e - in print and as a Light Novel for the very first time with \u003ci\u003eAN UNEXPECTED HERO (Light Novel) Vol. 1 \u003c\/i\u003efrom Aethon \u0026amp; Vault!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eCome for the adventure. Stay for the laughs.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Some men are born heroes. Others have heroism thrust upon them... \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Sorry... Really? Thrust? Anyway, Danny Kendrick was a down-on-his luck performer who always struggled to find his place. He certainly never wanted to be a hero. He just hoped to earn a living doing what he loved. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e That all changes when he pisses off the wrong guy and gets sucked into a fantasy realm straight out of a Renaissance Fair. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Getting used to a new world is tough. It's even tougher when you're surrounded by axe-wielding barbarians, super hot elf assassins, strange magic, and a System AI that seems as interested in causing trouble as helping... or maybe just wasn't interested in being assigned yet another companion in the first place. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Danny must adapt fast, turn on the charm, and learn to embrace his given Class if he hopes to master it and survive this dangerous new place. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e But he has a knack for finding trouble. Gifted what seems like an innocent ancient lute after making a questionable deal with a Hag, Danny becomes the target of mysterious factions who seek to claim its power. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e It's up to him, Screenie, and his new barbaric friend, Curr, to uncover the truth and become the heroes nobody knew they needed. And maybe, just maybe, Danny will finally find a place where he belongs. Perhaps, even where he'll thrive. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Jump into this fantasy isekai LitRPG Adventure Light Novel filled with unforgettable characters, loveable companions, unlikely heroes, slice-of-life elements, and plenty of laughs. Perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eDungeon Crawler Carl, Off to be the Wizard\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eKings of the Wyld!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Unexpected Hero (Light Novel) Vol. 1-3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e narrative corresponds to the bestselling \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Unexpected Hero, Book 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e eBook from Aethon Books. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eAn Unexpected Hero \u003c\/i\u003e(the eBook bestseller and 2024 BIBA(R) LitRPG Winner)\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Is it funny? No. It's absolutely hilarious!\"\u003c\/i\u003e--Matt Dinniman, author of \u003ci\u003eDungeon Crawler Carl\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"A fun and musical take on isekai LitRPG. I'm loving it!\"\u003c\/i\u003e--J.M. Clarke, author of \u003ci\u003eMark of the Fool\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"Brimming with bardic wit, barbarian charm, and bloody good times!\"\u003c\/i\u003e --Sebastien de Castell, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eThe Greatcoats.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"A rollicking good time, and now I know where my ulna is.\"\u003c\/i\u003e--Eric Ugland, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Good Guys\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"The story begins when the MC is isekai'd for playing a Diana Ross song. Respect. This is my jam!\" \u003c\/i\u003e--Honour Rae, author of \u003ci\u003eAll the Skills\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This has a ton of heart! It reads like best friends playing DnD all weekend long.\"-- Shami Stovall, author of \u003ci\u003eKnightmare Arcanist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"I read it. I enjoyed it. Intricate and detailed, I can't wait to see where it goes next!\"\u003c\/i\u003e--Selkie Myth, author of \u003ci\u003eBeneath the Dragoneye Moons\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A hilarious read fueled by a lovable crew of misfits. Reluctant heroes rule!\"--Ryan Rimmel, author of \u003ci\u003eNoobtown\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I have a cameo in this book. I did not ask for one. Nor was I asked about this quote.\"--Zogarth, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Primal Hunter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Fun, Adventurous, and heartwarming.\"--Valerios, author of \u003ci\u003eRoad to Mastery\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I read for fun and enjoyment, and this story hits the spot in a big way! There's a hefty dose of humor, mild mayhem, and enjoyable interplay between the two main characters.\"--The Walrus King, author of \u003ci\u003eTunnel Rat\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Bruno and Castle deliver plenty of action, lots of laughs, and a bard and barbarian bromance for the ages.\" --James Osiris Baldwin, author of \u003ci\u003eDragon Seed\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e About Light Novels from Aethon \u0026amp; Vault:  All Aethon \u0026amp; Vault Light Novels are based on mega-bestselling LitRPG and Progression Fantasy eBooks published by trailblazing digital Science Fiction and Fantasy publisher, Aethon Books. If you've read and enjoyed the Aethon eBooks, Aethon \u0026amp; Vault light novels have kept everything you love about those eBooks - and upped the game. By dividing each original Aethon eBook into two to four Light Novel volumes, Aethon \u0026amp; Vault endeavors to enhance the reading experience by providing an easily-digestible print edition with illustrations and design details. Every Aethon \u0026amp; Vault light novel volume is produced in conjunction with and approved by the author\/creator of the bestselling eBook. Each Aethon \u0026amp; Vault light novel volume contains seven original, exclusive illustrations - in both full color and black and white - from some of the most talented manga artists and illustrators from around the world, while every page of the book is meticulously designed and embellished with never-before-seen elements taken directly from the narrative heart of the story. If you're already an existing fan and you've devoured the eBook, now is the time to grab the light novels in print format and widely distributed for the very first time! And if you've never read any of the bestselling eBooks, this is your opportunity to dive into the intersecting world of Light Novels, LitRPG, Progression Fantasy, Isekai, and Manga! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e LIGHT NOVELS FROM AETHON \u0026amp; VAULT:  2024 \u003ci\u003eThe Primal Hunter (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003cbr\u003e My Best Friend is an Eldritch Horror (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003c\/i\u003e 2025 \u003ci\u003eMark of the Fool (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003cbr\u003e Path of Ascension (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003cbr\u003e Road to Mastery (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003cbr\u003e Hell Difficulty Tutorial (Light Novel) Vol. 1\u003cbr\u003e Reborn as a Demonic Tree (Light N\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Rhett C. Bruno,Jaime Castle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Aethon: Vault\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.80lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.20h x 5.50w x 0.90d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781638492870\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRhett C Bruno is the USA Today and Washington Post Bestselling \u0026amp; Nebula Award Nominated Author of the 'Black Badge Series', 'Children of Titan Series', 'Buried Goddess Saga', 'Vicarious', 'The Roach', and 'The Luna Missile Crisis' (Audible Originals); among other works. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHe has been writing since before he can remember, scribbling down what he thought were epic stories when he was young to show to his friends and family. 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