Command, Ambition, and Legacy: A Virtual Character Interview with Robert, Duke of Normandy

He’s a prince, a warrior, and a man burdened by destiny. Now, Robert, Duke of Normandy, speaks for himself in a format as commanding as his legacy.

This AI-generated virtual character interview brings Robert to life with striking realism. His voice carries the weight of leadership, his gaze reflects the cost of war, and his words reveal the tension between duty and desire. It’s not just an interview—it’s a reckoning with history.

Watch the full interview here:

This is part of our ongoing series exploring the world of Crusader’s Path through immersive storytelling. Each character adds depth to the First Crusade, and Robert’s appearance reminds us that even legends must choose their path.

 

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Mary Ann Bernal is a distinguished alumna of Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY, where she earned her degree in Business Administration. Her literary journey began with the 2009 publication of her debut novel in The Briton and the Dane series, marking the start of a richly diverse body of work that spans historical fiction, contemporary short stories, science fiction/fantasy, and fast-paced adventure novellas.

Her recent publications include Crusader’s Path, a poignant redemption tale set during the First Crusade; Forgiving Nero, a compelling exploration of familial bonds in Ancient Rome; and the award-winning AnaRose adventure series, chronicling the daring escapades of a museum curator-turned-relic hunter. Mary Ann’s work has been honored by the Independent Press Award, the NYC Big Book Award, Chanticleer International Book Awards, the B.R.A.G. Medallion, and the Reader Views Reviewer’s Choice Awards. Her short fiction anthologies have likewise earned distinction, most notably from the American Legacy Book Awards. She was also recognized with the Editor’s Choice Award for Literary Excellence by Reader’s House magazine.

A dedicated supporter of the United States military since Operation Desert Storm, Mary Ann has actively engaged in letter-writing campaigns and related initiatives. Her advocacy has been featured on KMTV’s The Morning Blend and in the Omaha World-Herald. As a celebrated author, she has appeared on numerous reader blogs and book promotion platforms. Mary Ann currently resides in Elkhorn, Nebraska, where she continues to craft stories that inspire and endure.

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Crusader’s Path by Mary Ann Bernal – A Cinematic Journey Through Faith and Fire

Steel clashes under a blood-red sky. The scent of fire and prayer hangs heavy in the air. This is not just war, it’s a reckoning.

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 Experience the Crusades like never before.

 

Behind the Battle: Life Before the Siege

Before the clash of swords and the roar of siege engines, there was silence. Tension. Prayer. Brotherhood.

The men huddled around flickering fires, sharpening blades, and whispering prayers. The priest’s voice rose above the murmurs, invoking saints and salvation. In the distance, the city walls loomed, silent, waiting.

This moment, quiet yet charged, captures the soul of Crusader’s Path. It’s not just a story of conquest, it’s a story of conviction.

A Note from the Author

I wrote Crusader’s Path to explore the human spirit under pressure—how faith, loyalty, and sacrifice shape us in our darkest hours. This trailer brings that vision to life, and I’m thrilled to share it with you.

About the Book

Marching eastward under Duke Robert of Normandy, Etienne carries the weight of his sins like a stone upon his soul. Every step toward Jerusalem is a trial. Each battle tests his worth. The scorching desert erodes his strength while relentless hunger and the cries of the dying grind away at his resolve. Guilt festers beneath the surface. Doubt gnaws at him.

Treachery and disease lurk in the shadows. Battle looms ever closer. When Etienne makes a desperate vow to serve the Church if survival grants him another chance, his faith and convictions are tested in ways he never imagined. 

Through blood-soaked battlefields and the unforgiving desert, salvation remains as distant as the Holy City itself. When faced with the ultimate test, will conviction be enough? Or will the weight of his past drag him into darkness? 

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 Step into the heart of the Crusades. Witness the path. 

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