By: Jonathan NevairGenre: Science Fiction/Adult LGBTQ+Publisher: Shadow Spark PublishingContent Warning: death of child (mentioned), death of sibling, verbal/emotional abuse, torture (mentioned), graphic death, genocide, colonialism, graphic violence, trauma “It’s a complicated and costly endeavor, seeking retribution. When I think back on those who didn’t make it through our struggle, I’m reminded of the way the […]
By: J. D. L. Rosell Genre: Epic Fantasy Publisher: Rune & Requiem Press The Throne of Ice and Ash has all the elements of an excellent epic Norse-inspired fantasy. As Harrowhall of the city of Oakharrow burns, so does the jarl’s heirs, all except one, Bjorn. The jarls’ daughter Aelthena survives, but as a woman, […]
By: Holly RoseGenre: Young Adult Fantasy, RomancePublisher: Red Spark Press With a strong female protagonist, Reyna Ashbourne, Ashes of Aether is wonderful addition to YA fantasy. The action starts from page one and doesn’t let up until the last page. The story takes place in the world of Imyria, in the city of Nolderan. Even […]
By: Brian StaveleyGenre: Grimdark FantasyPublisher: TOR Books With excellent world building, brilliant complex characters, and excellent plot pacing, The Empire’s Ruin is certainly among the finest in grimdark fantasy. If you are a fan of Joe Abercrombie’s work, you will most certainly love The Empire’s Ruin. In summary, the story follows the arc of several […]
By: T. L. HuchuGenre: Urban FantasyPublisher: Macmillan-TOR/Forge Fourteen-year-old girl who speaks to ghosts, check. A mystery of disappearing children, check. A little horror, check. A little dystopian, check. Magic, check. Fantasy, check. The Library of the Dead has a bit of many genres woven into a suspenseful page turning novel. T. L. Huchu beautifully balances […]
By: D.W. Ross Genre: Epic Fantasy Publisher: D.W. Ross Cold from the North is a nicely paced, well-developed epic Norse fantasy. In his debut novel D.W. Ross has managed to give us an interesting cast of characters and detailed world building. We are introduced to Ogulf Harlsbane and his friend Melcun who live in Keltbran. […]
By: Peter HartogGenre: Dystopian Urban Fantasy, Science Fantasy, Crime/Techno ThrillerPublisher: Peter Hartog I received an eBook in exchange for an honest review from Storytellers on Tour “No matter what century you live in, the world will always be filled with assholes” Tom “Doc” Holliday (Peter Hartog, Bloodlines) Take a great detective named Tom “Doc” Holliday […]
By: Kevin J. FellowsGenre: Literary Fantasy, Magical RealismPublisher: Modern Folklore Press I received an eBook copy from Storytellers on Tour in exchange for an honest review Summary (from Goodreads) A wayward city spinning through time and place connects and draws travelers; trapping them with no way to return home. Each traveler: Nico the peddler; Stina […]
By: Zack ArgyleGenre: Epic FantasyPublisher: Self-Published THERE WILL BE SPOILERS FOR VOICE OF WAR I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review. Stones of Light is the second entry in the Threadlight series by fantasy author Zach Argyle. As with the first book, I highly recommend it. The sequel brings […]
By: Zack ArgyleGenre: Epic FantasyPublisher: Self-Published Voice of War is an amazing debut novel by fantasy author Zach Argyle It is an imaginative entry into the epic fantasy genre. I highly recommend it. Mr. Argyle has created a beautiful fantasy world with a unique magic system, outstanding world building and characters. It was a gripping […]