Monthly Archives: December 2018

Wraith Lord Review by: Steve Caldwell

Wraith Lord by: C.T. PhippsReview by: Steve Caldwell I often mention in my reviews the sophomore slump, that tendency of a second book in a series to be a bit of a letdown after an especially good series debut. I can … Continue reading

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Straight Outta Fangton Review by: James Jakins

Straight Outta Fangton by: C.T PhippsReview by: James Jakins This is the first C.T. Phipps book I’ve read, and it’s certainly not going to be the last. Straight Outta Fangton is promised to be a “Vampire Comedy,” and it is … Continue reading

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James Jakins and Robber’s Dog Pub

James Jakins and Robbers Dog Pub.By: Michael Evan I discovered James Jakins and his work when I read an article about last year’s Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) as I’m always on the lookout for great indie and self published authors … Continue reading

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The Tiger and the Wolf Review by: Shona Kinsella

THE TIGER AND THE WOLF, by Adrian TchaikovskyReviewed by: Shona Kinsella Let me begin by saying that this is my favourite book of the year so far, and I’ve been reading my hero, Stephen King! I have read books by … Continue reading

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The Bear and the Serpent Review by: Shona Kinsella

THE BEAR AND THE SERPENT, by Adrian Tchaikovsky Reviewed by: Shona Kinsella *WARNING* This review contains spoilers for the first book in the series, The Tiger and the Wolf – if you haven’t read it yet, you should go and … Continue reading

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Malice Review by: Michael Evan

Malice by John GwynneReview by: Michael Evan Malice was a fantastic read. An excellent debut novel from one of my favorite authors in the fantasy genre. One of the things that I like the most about Gwynne’s writing is that … Continue reading

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The City Review by: Shona Kinsella

THE CITY, by Stella Gemmell,Reviewed by: Shona Kinsella The City is the debut solo novel of Stella Gemmell, the widow of fantasy legend David Gemmell. Stella worked with David on his Troy trilogy, competing the final novel alone after his … Continue reading

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Prince of Thorns Review by: Michael Evan

Prince of Thorns by Mark LawrenceReview by: Michael Evan Mark Lawrence’s fantasy debut is a powerhouse piece of literature. While dark in overall tone, and perhaps comparable to Joe Abercrombie’s work, Lawrence really paints a more focused picture and tugs … Continue reading

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Spellhaven Review by: Shona Kinsella

SPELLHAVEN by Sandra UnermanReviewed by: Shona Kinsella Spellhaven tells the story of Jane Fairchild, a young musician, kidnapped by magic for her musical skill. She is taken to the magical city of Spellhaven, a beautiful place that is built upon … Continue reading

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Son of Thunder Review by: Michael Evan

Son of Thunder by James JakinsReview by: Michael Evan Wow! What a spectacular read. Without a doubt one of my favorite fantasy series debuts of all time. Son of Thunder is: mesmerizing architecture, dragons, brilliant cinematic battle scenes, spring break, … Continue reading

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