Black Tide by K.C. Jones is an excellent story with two flawed but very likeable characters. It's an in-depth character study that attempts to break them during an apocalypse. Humanity might be at an end. Will Beth and Mike find out if they're the last humans alive? Highly recommended.
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Review: The Conductors
The Conductors by Nicole Glover is a wonderful introduction to Hetty Rhodes and her sigil magic. This opening to the Murder & Magic series had me glued to the page. Highly recommended.
Review: Our Lady of Mysterious Ailments
Our Lady of Mysterious Ailments solidifies T.L. Huchu as an author to follow. The Edinburgh Nights series has become a must read for me. Don't miss this urban fantasy. Highly recommended.
Review: Friend of the Devil
Friend of the Devil is a fast-paced, character driven mystery mixed with a horror novel set at an exclusive boarding school of the coast of Massachusetts. Stephen Lloyd created fascinating characters that push the pace and surprise us. Highly recommended.
Review: Age of Ash
Daniel Abraham's luxurious Age of Ash starts an ambitious new project focusing on a year in the life of Kithamar. Each book will have a different perspective. Age of Ash is Alys's book. Do yourself a favor and come meet this wily gal. Highly recommended.
Review: Dead Silence by S.A. Barnes
Dead Silence by S.A. Barnes sees a repair crew stumble upon a long lost luxury liner filled with horror and slaughter. Will the crew survive long enough to claim salvage rights? Recommended.
Review: Engines of Empire
Engines of Empire by R. S. Ford should be on top of any fantasy fans to be read pile. This engaging story of a family drawn apart forced to fight for their empire delivers on all its promises. Highly recommended.
Review: The Starless Crown
The Starless Crown introduces reader to a harsh world full of mystery, adventure, and terror. James Rollins' newest fantasy will delight his fans and fans of thriller pacing. Recommended.
Review: The Justice of Kings
The Justice of Kings by Richard Swan features a medieval version of Judge Dredd with necromancy. There's great world building, depth of character, and an engaging plot. I'll be rereading this one soon for sure. Highly recommended.
Review: Far from the Light of Heaven
Tade Thompson's Far from the Light of Heaven explores the closed room mystery in the ultimate closed environment - a space ship far from Earth. This novel is full of interesting characters and big ideas. Highly recommended.