TL;DR Review: A fun, fresh, and fast-paced urban fantasy with neurodivergent representation done right. Synopsis: Four tribes of ruthless demigods rule over luck in our world. Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs, and Spades. To save her mom, Aggie must join them… As a future scientist, I don’t believe in gods or in luck. My OCD is […]
Fantasy
Jade Legacy (The Green Bone Saga #3) by Fonda Lee
Synopsis Jade, the mysterious and magical substance once exclusive to the Green Bone warriors of Kekon, is now known and coveted throughout the world. Everyone wants access to the supernatural abilities it provides, from traditional forces such as governments, mercenaries, and criminal kingpins, to modern players, including doctors, athletes, and movie studios. As the struggle […]
Book Review: Voice of War (Threadlight #1) by Zack Argyle
TL;DR Review: A dark, high fantasy that slowly grows more epic. Fast-paced action, great characters, and a compelling story. Synopsis: Three lives come together in this modern epic fantasy where magic users go missing, old gods return, and creatures of light ravage the land. A high general with a dark voice in his head that […]
Cover Reveal: Black Stone Heart Deluxe Edition by Micheal R. Fletcher
Happy Friday, y’all! We’re so stoked to be revealing the cover of Michael R. Fletcher’s latest-and-greatest: a DELUXE EDITION hardcover of Black Stone Heart, the book that put him on so many of our radars. Micheal’s got a few words to say before we get to the good stuff: “I have wanted to do a […]
Book Review: The Chaos Gate (Ever Hero Saga #1) by Jeff Pantanella
TL;DR Review: Shaolin Monk meets Dungeons and Dragons, with a side order of “holy sh*t this is dark and epic”! Synopsis: Evil forces seek to steal the souls of the world. They didn’t bargain on a mystic monk and a feisty witch to get in their way. This is their story. When the demons came, […]
Review: Even a Hero Needs a Vacation Every Now and Then by August (Tipsy Pelican Tavern #1)
A literary equivalent of playing a video game with your tremendously OP character after the credits have rolled.
Cover Reveal: The Ranger by E.H. Bradley
We’re delighted to help with the cover reveal for The Ranger by E.H. Bradley. You may have seen the stunning map of Eshara on the socials already. If not, seek them out! Anyway, you’re here for a cover, yes? WAIT. Before you scroll, we’re also going to include a link for ARC sign-ups at the […]
Book Review: Beast Mage (Mana Beasts #1) by Derek Alan Siddoway
TL;DR Review – Pokemon meets Dances with Wolves. A youthful and engaging “light” progression fantasy. Synopsis: Kellen Lars may be the most unremarkable person on Earth. In the mana-enchanted land of Oras, he could become a champion. After his little sister vanishes before his eyes, Kellen awakens in another realm inhabited by mythical creatures and […]
Book Review: Ice and Ivy (Mages of the Wheel #4) by JD Evans
TL;DR Review – A delightful grumpy/sunshine romance, an insightful exploration into PTSD and a path to healing from trauma. Synopsis: A wildflower alone is all the more beautiful for the barrenness from which it grows. A single note more glorious for the silence around it. She is a void, the empty balance of magic.When the […]
Review: Season of the Dragon (Dragos Primeri #1) by Natalie Wright
Season of the Dragon is a fun story with incredible worldbuilding that might just be your anyone looking for their next epic fantasy fix.
Book Review: Throne of Blood (Battleborn Mage #3) by Angel Haze
TL;DR Review: Magic, mayhem, action, and monsters. Dark fantasy with surprising humor and a whole lot of fun. Synopsis: Amid the king’s death, magic storms rage, spreading fear against the mages. Killien will stop at nothing until he finds his sister, Fate. Her magic is both feared and hunted by mages, soldiers, assassins and the […]
Review: Memories of Ice (Malazan Book of the Fallen #3)
Synopsis The ravaged continent of Genabackis has given birth to a terrifying new empire: the Pannion Domin. Like a fanatical tide of corrupted blood, it seethes across the land, devouring all who fail to heed the Word of its elusive prophet, the Pannion Seer. In its path stands an uneasy alliance: Dujek Onearm’s Host and the Bridgeburners – each now outlawed by the […]