In book two of the Shadow’s Fire Trilogy, we find the two brothers and cousin continuing their adventures, having left their family farms to find riches in the east. Just as the first in the series was a terrific read, so is this sequel. Patterson continues with his scary dark world of trolls, dwarves, magic, … Continue reading Dark Winds: Book Two of the Shadow’s Fire Trilogy by Christopher Patterson
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A Chance Beginning by Christopher Patterson
This is a fantasy story of depth, filled with a mystical, sprawling world that holds different kingdoms, an area of neutrality, massive forests and all kinds of human-like creatures. The landscape is explained in detail, whether forest or sandy beaches, in a manner that allows the reader to feel present in the scenes. The characters … Continue reading A Chance Beginning by Christopher Patterson
Chronicles of The Century by Chele Pedersen Smith
Lyrehc and Inot are best friends in High School. The year is 2075 and it is the last week of school and they are busy with finals and thinking about the summer ahead. The school administrators call an assembly of all the students and reveal to them a time capsule from 100 years ago. The … Continue reading Chronicles of The Century by Chele Pedersen Smith
Valbore: Tasks of the Nakairi by K. E. Young
I don't usually do this but any attempt on my part to summarize this book would give too much away so I am including the book summary from Amazon. The Goddess brought Sara to an alien world for a special 'Task', but how can a profoundly damaged programmer destroy a demon? Millennia ago, the Goddess's … Continue reading Valbore: Tasks of the Nakairi by K. E. Young
Heirs of Jior by Wendy L. Anderson
Heirs of Jior is the third book in a series by Wendy L. Anderson. Although this is part of a series, I believe it also works well as a stand alone read. Anderson continues in her amazing ability to weave romance, fantasy and battles into intriguing stories in this novel that actually has three parts … Continue reading Heirs of Jior by Wendy L. Anderson
Mr Penumbra’s 24- Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan
Fascinating book, especially if you like bookstores, computers, and fantasy! Obviously, I love books, so a book about a bookstore has to be icing on the cake, but this was way different from what I expected. The main character, Clay, gets a job at the bookstore as a clerk, working the night shift. He has … Continue reading Mr Penumbra’s 24- Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan
Heirs of Power by Kay MacLeod
Author Kay MacLeod has written a fantasy filled with danger, suspense, battles and a new set of super heroes. At the center of the story is Kitty Fairlow, the Archer. Kitty is an amazing hunter and protector of the throne. Her father sends her to the palace with a delivery. Upon delivery Kitty discovers that … Continue reading Heirs of Power by Kay MacLeod
