Demon’s Rise, by R.E. Sanders
I usually say this at the end, but I’ll start with it: if you are looking for a great epic saga, this series is for you! It was wonderful to find familiar faces, but it was equally amazing to meet the new players (or should I say pawns?) in this…
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Winds of Destruction, by Karen Lykkebo
I was quite intrigued by the premise of this book and the beginning truly captivated me. Mareau is a broken man with a tragic past and is suddenly offered a second chance. Elemental magic is my favourite magic system and the “Avatar” vibes were quite intriguing. The plot is solid…
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Checks, Balances, and Proper Procedure in Monster Hunting, by Seán O’Boyle
It was a pleasure to return to Sprikit’s world with this hilarious tale set in the heart of the Galzarian Empire. The story is told from the point of view of three main characters: Rella (the clerk), Bek (the farmer) and the Monster Slayer, who does not want to tell…
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Jester, by Tim Carter
How can you find power when you are the most powerless person (or goblin) in the room? Shelly is a goblin slave living in a land ruled by ruthless idiots – the Duchy of Halfsock. Looming in the horizon is the threat of invasion by the Skeleton Queen and her…
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The Wingspan of Treason, L.N. Bayen
“The pirate laughed. Arik shoved down his own sand-mask. Invelmari steel fell. Pirate blood sprayed the dunes, and the desert drank without reluctance.” This quote stayed with me for the rest of the book and I went back to it a few times. It is a taste of the atmosphere…
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The Hiding, by Alethea Lyons
An atmospheric gothic tale set in the ancient streets of York. The story follows Harper as she investigates a series of gruesome murders of a supernatural nature. We are taken deep into the heart of York with vivid descriptions of the city, to an alternative world where creatures of magic…
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A Pocket of Lies, by R.A. Sandpiper
This is a rollercoaster of one bad decision after the other and occasionally you feel like you want to slap some sense into Suri, but I really think the poor girl had enough bad luck already. We follow the story of Suri, an orphaned thief living the life of a…
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Wrath of Olympus, by E.M. Kkoulla
Do you like meddling gods? Fans of classic mythology cannot miss this story! We follow the story of Maia Abella, a girl without family whose fate is to be a servant all her life, but everything changes after the mysterious death of her cruel mistress. Suddenly Maia sees herself bound…
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The Envoys of War, by Dave Lawson
“This is a plan that cannot possibly work”, is probably one of the sentences you will mutter to yourself at each page as we follow the characters freeing themselves from snag after snag. A collection of misfits who can not possibly function together for more than a few minutes teams…
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The Godsblood Tragedy, by Bill Adams
If you’re looking for a light, easy reading this is not the book for you. This one needs time to be read and digested.With rich world-building, this story has a complex lore filled with history, legends and an intricate magic system. I am personally not a fan of the idea…
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The Shadow Dancers of Brixton Hill, by Nicole Willson
I received a copy of “The Shadow Dancers of Brixton Hill” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).We follow the story from the point of view of Kate, who is the daughter of a circus owner. After her brother’s sudden death and her father’s ill health, Kate…
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Once We Flew, by Nikky Lee
I received a copy of “Once We Flew” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). We follow the story from the point of view of Marsa, a third-generation human stranded on an inhospitable planet with a desertic landscape and dangerous creatures. Marsa is afflicted by a mysterious…
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From the Depths, by B.S.H. Garcia
I received a copy of “From the Depths” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).This story is told from the point of view of Konar and Karliah, the children of a couple of pirates, as they navigate the challenges of the world and difficult family problems, until…
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The Whisper that Replaced God, by Timothy Wolff
I received a copy of “The Whisper that Replaced God” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).I absolutely loved the uniqueness of this tale. This story is told in a first person POV and the Edgar Alla Poe-esque feeling of the narrative dragged me in instantly.Lord Mute…
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Majordomo, by Tim Carter
I received a copy of “Majordomo” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). We follow the story from the point of view of Jack, the “majordomo” for a famous necromancer who is fabled to be extremely dangerous and extremely rich, and Jack’s main task is to keep…
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As Born to Rule the Storm, by Cate Baumer
I received a copy of “As Born to Rule the Storm” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).This is a first-POV military fantasy placed in a world about to be destroyed by a war between two powerful nations. Lottie is one of the young recruits who possess…
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To Catch a Witch: A Story of the Temere, by E.L. Montague
I received a copy of ” To Catch a Witch: A Story of the Temere” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). This is a dual-POV novella that follows Shenagh (the witch) and Macon (the witch hunter) as she seeks to escape from him through a forest…
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The Ballad of Sprikit the Bard (and Company), by Seán O’Boyle
A fantasy tale that will cross generations! If you have ever wondered how tales become legends, then this is the book for you! Sprikit is a 4-feet tall Bard who seems to be constantly neck deep in some form of bedlam! His sharp wit and penchant for a swindle makes…
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Demon’s Tear, by R.E. Sanders
The epic start for an epic adventure! Sanders’ detailed worldbuilding creates an immersive experience to the reader as you quickly see yourself travelling on the same roads and visiting the same cities and busy markets while we follow the characters as they take decisions – good and bad – which…
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After the Syzygy, by J.D. Sanderson
I received a copy of “After the Syzygy” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).How would we behave if we received confirmation that there is intelligent life outside Earth? This story narrates the trajectory of humanity from the moment we receive a signal from outer space and…
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The Amber Isle, by Ashley Capes
I received a copy of “The Amber Isle” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).The story follow a man called Never as he seeks clues to unravel the mystery of his past and of a “curse” he carries. Never ends up with a group of treasure hunters…
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Silence is Silver, by Andrew Watson
I received a copy of “Silence is Silver…” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).We follow the journey of Bas, a youngster being trained to become a warrior in a harsh society. To become a full member of his community, Bas needs to complete tests to prove…
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Curiouser And…, by Jillian Maria
I received a copy of “Curiouser And…” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).This is the story of Ashlyn Jones, a girl who has always obeyed her parents and never caused trouble. But one afternoon she tries to save a white rabbit trapped and falls… into another…
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All Hallows Airship, by Liz Delton
I received a copy of “All Hallows Airship” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).Caz Coppersdown is sent to the country to spend the autumn (?) season with her great-aunt while her parents are away on business. Caz’s parents are overprotective, fearful of her weak health and…
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The Light That Saves: A Companion Novella, by Karyne Norton
I received a copy of “The Light That Saves” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS).The story follows Captain Redwood, a female pirate, as she travels the world in search of four magic relics and describes her romance with the navy officer Captain Moss.The storyline is solid…
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Oksy, come home, by Phil Williams
I received a copy of “Oksy, Come home” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). This was a short and to the point story, following the journey of Oksy, the only female soldier, while she tries to prove her value in a male-dominated military. “Oksy, Come home”…
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Unfamiliared, by J.E. Hannaford
I received a copy of “Unfamiliared” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). This novella follows the story of Eva in the village Witchgorn.Eva is part of the village’s protectorate which is a group of women with magic powers which are channelled through magical animals – the…
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The Odyllic Stone, by Alex Scheuermann
What can go wrong when the son of a postmaster in a very small village decides to go on an adventure?A lot, I can tell you!Aster embarks on his first journey outside Buckwheat village in search of a cure for his father’s disease – a disease which has affected other…
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Marked: A Dark Fantasy Novella, by R.M. Krogman
I received a copy of “Marked” as part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Competition (SFINCS). This novella follows the story of young Davy as he deals with loss and grief and the unkindness of his peers.The story is well developed with enough detail to paint a vivid picture of…
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Gharantia’s Fury, by L.M. Douglas
I received an ARC copy of this book.Thrilling sequel of “Gharantia’s Guardian”, Douglas brings us back to Gharantia and the lives of our favourites characters. It’s hard to pick a favourite when each character is so well fleshed out and complex with their own conflicts and internal dialogue as they…
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Bitter Ends, by G.J. Terral
This novella will get you immerse really quick in the world built by Terral. The main character is complex and I was drawn into his mind, conflicts and internal questions.I’m looking forward to getting my hands on Bloodwoven next!
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The Flying Dutchman – In Person, by Rossella Romano
I loved this story! It makes you dive into the world of the haunted ship straightaway. As a fan of Edgar Allan Poe, I was impressed! Romano creates the perfect spooky atmosphere on every line, from the beginning to the jaw-dropping end!
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Gharantia’s Guardian, by L.M. Douglas
A fantastic debut novel!I was quickly drawn into the world of Gharantia and its unique magical system and before long I was fully committed to the characters and their fates.Douglas left plenty of question marks to be answered in the next book of the series, and I loved how the…
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