"Exile in Time"

OK, I was going to wait awhile, but I was reviewing Book IV, "Time for Exile," and It was really good (if I do say so myself), and I was making the kinds of edits that my reviewers would make, so I couldn't resist.  Found some cover art that was appropriate, and have posted the first chapter.  I will get to my reviews, I promise you.  This is the last of the "Can I get 50,000?" words out of this tetralogy.  But there are two further books (at least).  One really needs revamping, given what's been going on in the series, and the other is, so far, a series of short stories or novellas with transitional scenes (which isn't bad, but indicates some thought as to a plot might be good before posting).  Can't wait to read your comments.