The Warden by Daniel M. Ford is a fun fantasy adventure set in country village where secrets, the past, and an ancient threat are stirring. The result could be an end to the peace between humans and orcs. Warden Aelis de Lenti is the only hope to stop the evil before war once again breaks out. Highly recommended, especially for fans of Brandon Sanderson.
Fantasy
Review: The God of Endings
The God of Endings by Jacqueline Holland is a unique take on vampire stories. It's an existential novel pondering whether life is a blessing or a curse. This all too human portrait of Collette is wonderful. Highly recommended. I cannot recommend this book enough.
Review: The Tyranny of Faith
The Tyranny of Faith by Richard Swan continues the adventures of Sir Konrad Vonvalt and his retainers as they seek to save the Sovan Empire from itself. Highly recommended.
Review: The Cage of Dark Hours
The Cage of Dark Hours by Marina Lostetter builds upon and surpasses the first book in the Five Penalties series. Readers, once again, follow Krona through crimes, through mystery, and through magic. This time, Krona will learn secrets that she isn't prepared for. Highly recommended.
Review: Wild Massive
Wild Massive by Scotto Moore describes the lives of the inhabitants of a reality-warping building that may actually contain all of reality, except for the bits outside. Follow Carissa as she navigates increasingly difficult obstacles on her journey to live a peaceful, secluded life in her elevator. Thrill as a species of shapeshifting creatures fight for their freedom against the tyrannical building association. Enjoy a book that defies description. Highly recommended.
Review: Apex Magazine 2021
Apex Magazine 2021 edited by Jason Sizemore and Lesley Conner is a fantastic collection from one of the best literary magazines online today. These stories are beautiful, fun, heartbreaking, entertaining, and worth your time. Highly recommended.
Review: VAMPS: Fresh Blood
VAMPS: Fresh Blood by Nicole Arend is a fun, fast-paced, action-packed novel of teenager vampires finding their place in the world. Recommended.
Review: Unbound II
Shawn Speakman's Unbound II contains 17 new stories by a variety of authors. Some choose to explore worlds they're currently working in; some wrote in areas different than their current works. All wrote brand new stories for this can't miss anthology. If you're an SFF fan, Shawn Speakman's Unbound II is for you.
Review: Empire of Exiles
Empire of Exiles by Erin M. Evans begins with a murder that takes the main characters into the lingering effects of a failed coup in the recent past. Secrets are uncovered that were best left hidden, and the very balance of the empire may once again be at stake. Highly recommended.
Review: Pulling the Wings Off Angels
Pulling the Wings Off Angels by K.J. Parker is an excellent novella that will keep you glued to the page. Florio, a thug, is looking for an angel, and he found a man with one in the family. Highly recommended.