Paladin Unbound is a fantastic fantasy story with epic quests, colorful characters, twists and turns, rich lore and world-building and a fast-paced narrative that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat. Jeffery Speight has secured a spot on my authors to watch list and I can’t wait to see what he has in store for Evelium next.
Fantasy
Review: Gunmetal Gods (Gunmetal Gods Saga #1) by Zamil Akhtar
This book is magical. Zamil did an amazing job sharing his experience and making the Middle Eastern culture understandable for someone who has little to no background in it. He dunks your head into the metaphorical water so you can’t do anything else but be fully immersed in this vivid, colorful world.
Review: The Awakening of Marcianna (Thief of Destiny #1) by Isabelle Markus
This was a very interesting coming to power story, in that the main character is middle-aged and has built a family prior to gaining her abilities.
Review: Welkin The Returned by G.Owen Wears
Welkin, The Returned is a unique and charismatic experience that I enjoyed very much.
Review: No Land for Heroes (Legends and Legacies #1) by Cal Black
Overall, this was a lot of fun to read and it goes fast. There is barely enough time for a reader to catch their breath before the author takes you into the next twist and turn. I recommend lovers of westerns, family, and dragons to climb aboard the train of this series as it holds a lot of promise for the future as well. I, for one, look forward to spending more time with these magical characters in their next adventure.
Review: The Bloody Chorus by John Marco
Somehow, despite the enormous shoes it has to fill and the massive weight of all my expectations, The Bloody Chorus managed to exceed them all! It’s everything I love about Marco’s style of writing and more. There honestly couldn’t be a better return for one of my favorite writers. Marco is simply a master when it comes to nailing characterization, worldbuilding, and plot, and The Bloody Chorus is the best proof of that so far. I cannot wait for the next book to come out and I hope that the author gets all of the attention and praise he has always deserved.
Review: The Master of Night (The Warriors of Bhrea #2) by T.M. Kohl
The Master of Night picks up right where The Lost King left off, and was a great continuation of the series.
BOOK TOUR/REVIEW: Heliotrope by Palmer Pickering
Heliotrope will grab your heart and not let go until well after you’ve turned the final page. A wonderful quest with beautiful prose and great characters, prepare to lose yourself in this epic fantasy.
Review: The Stones of Valtara (For the Love of the Gods #1) by Christopher Clargo
A Celtic-inspired fantasy and a great setup for the beginning of a series.
Review: These Violent Nights by Rebecca Crunden
I loved the world-building in this novel. It was unique, the magic system was very interesting, and the characters in the story were relatable.
Review: The Lost King (The Warriors of Bhrea #1) by T.M. Kohl
Overall, a great debut novel and first in series.
Review: Becoming A Druid (Protectors of Pretanni #1) by Mike Mollman
This is a great read for those looking for a magical quest, with unique magic and fun characters around every turn. Perfect for those who love the mentor in the books and legends. I would wager that this will be one that the readers will think of often and with a lot of fondness. I look forward to the future installments of the Druids, wondering what more the author has in store for us. It is unique and a great story for those looking for a solid fantasy read!