Fury of a Demon is an amazing finale to this incredible trilogy, one I didn’t want to end. That feeling you get when you have such high expectations for something and it absolutely delivers! I’m currently riding on that slowly descending wave of bittersweet contentment in having finished this trilogy, and the excellent Fury ofContinue reading “Fury of a Demon – Review”
Author Archives: Spells and Spaceships
Jati’s Wager – Review
First of all, thanks to Jonathan Nevair, Shadow Spark Publishing and of course Storytellers on Tour for the opportunity to read this really enjoyable book. There are some fantastic bloggers taking part in the tour so please do check them out over the week, and also… After the review there is a chance to winContinue reading “Jati’s Wager – Review”
6 SFF Reads under 200 pages
Feeling tired or overwhelmed at the thought of another big chonk of a book? Reset your reading with one of these six books under 200 pages… Bloodchild Octavia E. Butler Pages: 31 Bloodchild is a sci-fi (sci-fi horror?) that really got under my skin! Some will read it in under half an hour but itContinue reading “6 SFF Reads under 200 pages”
A Ritual of Flesh – Review
Hauntingly enthralling, A Ritual of Flesh takes everything that made its predecessor memorable and turns it up to 11, whilst adding welcome depth to the excellent world and characters. A Ritual of Flesh is a brilliant read that builds on everything that made A Ritual of Bone great, while adding more excitement, gore, character andContinue reading “A Ritual of Flesh – Review”
Hidden Gems Issue #5
Hi again folks, here’s Hidden Gems issue number 5. I hope you find something you enjoy. Please do let me know if you ever decide to pick up a book you saw on one of my hidden gems features! A World Broken Carol A. Park In every end, there is a beginning… They say thatContinue reading “Hidden Gems Issue #5”
Light of Impossible Stars – Review
Despite being weaker than the first two books, Light of Impossible Stars is full of beauty and wonder; an enjoyable conclusion to an excellent overall story. Given this is the final book in the Embers of War trilogy, I’ll keep the review relatively brief. It’s kinda difficult to mention the main plot points without givingContinue reading “Light of Impossible Stars – Review”
The Fall – Review
A thrilling page turner of a novella that succeeds in giving you dragons, betrayals, world building and really interesting characters within 4 POV chapters. Wow, this book is bloody brilliant! I’d bought Ryan Cahill’s debut, Of Blood and Fire and on signing up to his newsletter, received a free ebook of his prequel novella TheContinue reading “The Fall – Review”
The King Must Fall!
It is my pleasure to share with you my interview with Adrian from Grimdark Magazine, who has a really exciting new project in the works that I think you’ll love. I for one am really excited about it! Anyway, read on to learn more… Hi Adrian,It’s great to have you on the blog to discussContinue reading “The King Must Fall!”
Of Honey and Wildfires – Review
A delightfully unique read – a gaslamp fantasy western – full of beautiful prose, immersive imagery and character relationships that pull at your heartstrings. I’ve read a few books recently that were edited by Sarah Chorn and was struck by how professional and free flowing they were, so naturally I was curious to experience herContinue reading “Of Honey and Wildfires – Review”
Goodbye to the Sun – Review
A fresh sci-fi for the modern era that successfully balances serious themes with exciting space opera. First of all, Thankyou to Jonathan Nevair and Storytellers on Tour for the opportunity to review this unique book. It’s one I’d been really intrigued about since the author first contacted me a few months ago. The tour wasContinue reading “Goodbye to the Sun – Review”
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