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The Last War (The Cynnahu Saga Book 1) by Ian E.S. Adler

The Last War by Ian E.S. Adler

A fantasy novel replete with magic, lore, and epic stakes, The Last War by Ian E.S. Adler is a classic questing adventure in the richly imagined world of Nim-Semalf. The Order of mages and the entire archipelago they protect faces invasion by the naga, catapulting five unlikely companions into the fiery crucible of destiny. Amidst ancient riddles, embattled dragon shrines, fearless storm swords, and the mysterious motives of Archmages, the fast-moving plot is enthralling, as is this new realm taking shape before readers’ eyes. Built on an elaborate mythology and supported by a classic fantasy plot of ultimate victory vs. […]

2022-05-17T05:14:54+02:00May 16th, 2022|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Review: Pike’s Progress by John J Spearman

Pike's Progress by John J Spearman

Pike’s Progress by John J Spearman is an action-splashed and cathartic installment of his innovative sci-fi military saga.

The Alliance has retaken control of some planets from HUW, but their previous power is far from restored, and the remaining Hegemony breakaway systems are a perpetual thorn for the recovering Alliance. Sandy Pike’s reputation and recent heroics have earned him a new ship – a massive dreadnought named the Audacious – and another chance at command, working within the Omega battle group.

The Alliance’s plans for a new offensive bring old comrades together again, including Monty Swift, a captain itching for […]

2022-07-01T04:24:58+02:00May 16th, 2022|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: |

Time Travelers of the Caribbean by Alan Frost

Time Travelers of the Caribbean by Alan Frost

Johnny, Ella, and Shawn return for another century-jumping adventure in Time Travelers of the Caribbean by Alan Frost, a charming and historical middle grade read with plenty of twists and lessons to be learned. Leaping four centuries back to the seafaring days of savage brigands, rock-hard biscuits, and international rivalries that reshaped the world, Ella and Shawn embark on a mission to rescue friends both old and new, and there may even be some treasure along the way. Subtly laced with historical references, events, and interesting facts, this quick and easy read boasts strong storylines in both timelines, as well […]

2022-05-16T04:54:17+02:00May 16th, 2022|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Review: Cathedral by Ray Keating

Cathedral by Ray Keating

A stellar depiction of time period and tension, Cathedral by Ray Keating is the bold opening hymn of his new Alliance of Saint Michael series.

During a religious conference at Georgetown University, Pastor Eric Meyer and Father Patrick O’Riley help to avert an assassination attempt by communist agents bent on curing the world of religious devotion. Their bravery doesn’t go unnoticed by powerful observers in the room, and they are soon recruited into service by the Alliance of Saint Michael – a secretive sect operating from within the Institute for Christian Life, History and Arts. Little do they know that […]

The Reign of the Occult by Lauren Louise Hazel

The Reign of the Occult by Lauren Louise Hazel An epic novel of forbidden magic, tangled loyalties between dark and light, and the fierce strength of family, The Reign of the Occult by Lauren Louise Hazel is a breakout start to a riveting new series.

With her incredible power of foresight keeping them one step ahead of anti-magic officers determined to exterminate her kind, Prue and her brother Everett have been on the run for years. Picking up powerful new allies along the way, their journey takes them back to the fiery depths of the Underworld, and into the heart of the Occult’s power, to cut off its sinister […]

Review: A Hittite and a Shaman by Naveen Sridhar

A Hittite and a Shaman by Naveen Sridhar

Plunging readers into the royal heart of one of the most epic empires in history, A Hittite and a Shaman: At Queen Nefertari’s Secret Service by Naveen Sridhar is an insightful peek into the ancient world.

The empires of Kemet and Hatti are already on the brink of war when the leader of the Hittites asks for extradition of a political rival seeking asylum in the kingdom of Ramses II. However, Ramses II was not always bold and decisive, and his wife Nefertari chooses to take the fate of peace into her own hands. Upon learning that her handmaid’s daughter […]

2022-06-01T03:07:48+02:00May 11th, 2022|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: |

At Trails End: Homecoming by John Strother

At Trails End by John Strother

Capturing the cadence, charm, and soulful lessons of small-town America, At Trails End: Homecoming by John Strother is a cleverly penned homage to youthful resilience, and the epic trials of survival as new kids in a tough-as-nails Texas high school. Ink, Dusty, Smoke, and Cowboy are victims of circumstance in this compact novella, but rather than wallow in their outcast social status, they define their own version of cool in a world that doesn’t prize originality. Brimming with lessons for any reader in their formative years, as well as sage wisdom for all ages, the writing is authentic, witty, and […]

2022-05-11T10:37:35+02:00May 10th, 2022|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Review: The Weekly Economist by Ray Keating

The Weekly Economist by Ray Keating

Author and economist Ray Keating doles out a lifetime’s worth of insight in The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist, the latest non-fiction work from this prolific author.

Encouraging readers to think more like economists, regardless of experience or expertise in the field, Keating has created an accessible and comprehensive guide to concepts that regularly baffle the average person. He argues that before one can criticize or successfully navigate the world of economics, one must thoroughly understand it, and this book can certainly help that happen.

From intellectual property rights and labor unions […]

2022-05-27T04:07:59+02:00May 9th, 2022|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: |
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