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.
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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.
Review: The Splinter King
The Splinter King by Mike Brooks is a wonderful follow up to The Black Coast. Return to the world of dragons, sars, and raiders in this fun epic fantasy.
Review: The Exiled Fleet
The Exiled Fleet by J.S. Dewes is an excellent follow up to The Last Watch. It builds on everything I loved about the first book and delivers more insight into the Divide's universe. This is a series to watch.
Review: You Sexy Thing
You Sexy Thing is excellent space opera. Cat Rambo has created a joyful, hopeful tale of found family. Come for the characters; stay for the fun. Highly recommended.
Review: A Radical Act of Free Magic
A Radical Act of Free Magic continues where A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians left off. This wonderful blend of history and the supernatural delighted me until the end. Highly recommended.
Review: A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians
H.G. Parry created an entertaining book about the politics of abolition in England and France prior to the French Revolution. "A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians" was a fantastic, fun, and fast read. Highly recommended.
Upcoming Reviews July – September 2021
Currently Reading A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians by H.G. Parry Earlier this year, I bought A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians on a whim. First, I liked the cover, and the title was intriguing. When I started reading the first few pages, I was hooked. I picked the trade paperback version up … Continue reading Upcoming Reviews July – September 2021
Review: When the Sparrow Falls
The gritty world of Neil Sharpson's When the Sparrow Falls stayed with me long after I finished. This dystopian thriller is highly recommended to SF and mystery fans.