Posts labeled Fantasy
Review - Running Ember by Meraki P. Lyhne
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Matt/Sköll and the other three “alphas of all” are getting ready to make an epic run through all of Scandinavia, gather other Vargr, Völsung, Sleipnir, and whatever other long-forgotten sibling races they can before leading them to Brussels to demand their rights be recognized. But, along the way, they uncover more clues to unlock the past. Those clues come at a cost, and understanding their implications may challenge the beliefs of Vargr, Cubi, and the other races.
Review - Warrior King by Eden Winters
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Draylon may be the second son of the emperor, and thus a prince, but he is first and foremost the commander of the imperial army, honor-bound to carry out the emperor’s orders, even if he doesn’t always agree with them. His latest task is to attack one of the empire’s kingdoms whose ruler was plotting to kill the emperor. Draylon succeeds in taking the castle, killing the errant king and his crown prince.
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Review - Light Redeemed by Ken Sanchez
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The author kindly provided a copy of this book in exchange for a review. Eryx is learning to live with his newfound powers as the vessel of the god Apollo. His lover Alex is helping, along with his friends and fellow Shadowguards. It will take the entire team’s efforts to stop the plans of a shadowy group trying to free one of the ancient gods, who will wipe out humanity.
Tags: Fantasy Superheroes
Review - A Suitable Captive by R. Cooper
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Fen is one of many children of a powerful Earl. The rather delicately built young man isn’t made for fighting, but he is quite pretty, so his father sends Fen off to form an alliance with another Earl who is quite enamored with him. He understands the importance of alliances in a time when all Earls are under attack by a group led by a man called “The Wild Dog” by the Earls.
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Review - Betrayal by J.C. Owens
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Darcel grew up on the streets, stealing food and doing whatever was needed when necessary. A chance encounter with Prince Alasar of Rais brings the young man to court, where he grows to love the prince, even though he knows there’s no chance the two could ever have a relationship. The kingdom is under attack by “barbarians” along its border. Seeking a peaceful solution, Darcel attempts to contact the invaders, but is captured.
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Review - Luck of the Draw by Addison Albright
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Once upon a time, three kingdoms were engaged in a bloody war over a small piece of land. Many princes and princesses died in the battles. When the rulers decided to make peace, part of the treaty called for marriages between the houses to promote stability. The only problem is that there are slightly more eligible princes than princesses. This means that either Obren or his brother will have to marry Prince Dukan.
Review - Echoes of Destiny by Ken Sanchez
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Eons ago, the old gods fought a war over the human realm. Hades and Apollo were at the forefront of the fighting, as well as lovers. Apollo sacrifices himself to end the war and free Zeus. Grieving over the loss, Hades steps aside as ruler of the underworld and takes up residence in the human realm, where he becomes Alex and forms the Shadowguard, a team of magical beings charged with safeguarding the human world.
Tags: Fantasy Superheroes
Review - DragonRider by S. Rodman
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Kirby has set himself up as a sort of freelance mage, offering wards, spells, maybe the odd potion, to whomever needs them. He receives a commission involving a castle in Wales, but he’s not sure of the specifics. When he arrives, the imperious young man who greets him informs Kirby that he is just there to “round out the numbers” for the selection of a new dragon rider. Dragons were one of the few mythical creatures that Kirby was sure didn’t exist, so he’s thrilled just to get to meet one.
Review - Feathered Friend by Fiona Glass
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Dexter inherited his father’s homing pigeons and has grown to love the birds. One day, after a meet, Dexter is checking all the birds made it back and finds an extra pigeon in the roost. He takes the bird into his house to try and track down the owner but when his back is turned the bird is gone and there’s a cute young man in his kitchen. The young man introduces himself as Avery and he’s clearly attracted to Dexter.
Tags: Fantasy Novelette Fairy Tales
Review - White Trash Warlock by David R. Slayton
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Adam has “the Sight,” the ability to see into other realms and even visit them in spirit. The gift hasn’t been very beneficial to Adam. When Adam was in high school and had very little control over his abilities, his older brother had Adam committed to a mental hospital. When he comes of age, Adam goes in search of his father, who abandoned the family when Adam was still a small boy.