Synopsis Young Corban watches enviously as boys become warriors, learning the art of war. He yearns to wield his sword and spear to protect his king’s realm. But that day will come all too soon. Only when he loses those he loves will he learn the true price of courage. The Banished Lands has a […]
Fantasy Books
Review: The Book of the Ice (#1-3) by Mark Lawrence
A bit of background, Book of the Ice takes place in the same world as one of Mark Lawrences’ previous trilogies: Book of the Ancestor. I have read Book of the Ancestor as well as two other trilogies from Mark Lawrence: The Broken Empire and The Red Queen’s War.
Cover artwork reveal: The Blood and Steel Saga #2 by E.J Doble
WOWWWWWW – JUST LOOK AT THIS COVER ART! The Fangs of War is the first book in the Blood and Steel Saga which I read earlier this year and LOVED IT so I was so glad for the opportunity to share the teaser for book #2 with this glorious cover art! This series really does […]
Book Tour/Guest Post: On Dragons by Rita A. Rubin
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved fantasy and I’ve always loved dragons. Growing up, if anything had dragons in it, it immediately caught my attention. So I don’t think it came as a surprise to anyone who knew me that the first book I wrote was a fantasy about people who […]
Interview with Mark Holloway – author of The Aspect series
The Aspect Series by Mark Holloway is quickly becoming a contender for one of my favourite series of all time so I was beyond excited when Mark agreed to an interview to celebrate the release of book #2, The Soul’s Instruments. I was lucky enough to be sent an ARC of the second book and […]
Book Tour Guest Post: Dust of a Moth’s Wing by R. Ramey Guerrero
Today we have a Guest Post from the author of Dust of Moth’s Wing tour with Escapist Tours. I was immediately drawn into the unique race that the author created and wanted to dig a bit deeper into that with this question! First a bit about the book and the author though, I highly encourage […]
Review: The Stardust Thief (The Sandsea Trilogy #1) by Chelsea Abdullah
Synopsis Neither here nor there, but long ago… Loulie al-Nazari is the Midnight Merchant: a criminal who, with the help of her jinn bodyguard, hunts and sells illegal magic. When she saves the life of a cowardly prince, she draws the attention of his powerful father, the sultan, who blackmails her into finding an ancient […]
Review: The Stardust Thief (The Sandsea Trilogy #1) by Chelsea Abdullah
Synopsis: Loulie al-Nazari is the Midnight Merchant: a criminal who, with the help of her jinn bodyguard, hunts and sells illegal magic. When she saves the life of a cowardly prince, she draws the attention of his powerful father, the sultan, who blackmails her into finding an ancient lamp that has the power to revive […]
Review: Last Argument of Kings by Joe Abercrombie
Synopsis: The end is coming. Logen Ninefingers might only have one more fight in him but it’s going to be a big one. Battle rages across the North, the King of the Northmen still stands firm, and there’s only one man who can stop him. His oldest friend, and his oldest enemy. It’s past time […]
Book Tour: Where Shadows Lie by Allegra Pescatore
Synopsis The Chosen One is Dead. Disabled since childhood, his little sister never expected the weight of a crown. Now, she might lose it before ever sitting on the throne. Beset by rebels, scheming politicians, and cutthroat bankers, Elenor must choose between accepting her father’s despotic rule or risking everything for her late brother’s lofty […]
Book Tour: Knave Of Secrets by Alex Livingston
Synopsis: A twisty tale of card sharps and con artists, in a world of magic where secrets are traded and gambled like coin. The Lies of Locke Lamora meets Casino Royale Never stake more than you can afford to lose. When failed magician turned cardsharp Valen Quinol is given the chance to play in the Forbearance Game—the invitation-only tournament […]
Review: Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie
Synopsis: Superior Glokta has a problem. How do you defend a city surrounded by enemies and riddled with traitors, when your allies can by no means be trusted, and your predecessor vanished without a trace? It’s enough to make a torturer want to run – if he could even walk without a stick. Northmen have […]