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Tales of the Bacchae: Queen of the Dead by Brian Andrew

Tales of the Bacchae by Brian Andrew A fresh reinvention of classic mythology, Tales of the Bacchae: Queen of the Dead by Brian Andrew is a thrillingly creative work of mythic fantasy.

Persephone, the mischievous daughter of Demeter, is a minor goddess with a wealth of ambition, and takes the ultimate hellish risk by accompanying Hades to the Underworld as his queen. Koalemos, a humble farm boy whose heart was captured by Persephone’s silver tongue, is taken under the pitying wing of the revelry-loving Bacchus, who promises to help the boy on his romantic quest. Tangled in the machinations and manipulations of the gods, Koalemos embarks on […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-08-22T11:32:51+02:00August 22nd, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Fantasy Book Reviews|

Chronicles of the Space Marauders: Jericho’s Odyssey by William Rongholt

Chronicles of the Space Marauders: Jericho's Odyssey by William Rongholt A rapid-fire mix of western and space opera, Chronicles of the Space Marauders: Jericho’s Odyssey by William Rongholt will satisfy readers of both classic sci-fi and westerns alike.

An artifact of untold power pulls Jericho and the Desperado crew into the crossfire of merciless enemies, both new and ancient, and having their memories wiped certainly disrupts their easy freedom as rambling space marauders. Armed with their wits and some fancy new gear, the roguish captain and his robot sidekick face down deadly factions, outsmart aspiring AI overlords, and navigate high-stakes heists to bring balance to their Wild West corner of […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-08-13T17:10:44+02:00August 13th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews, Western Book Reviews|

JFK Assassination Aftermath by Dr. Diane Holloway Cheney

JFK Assassination Aftermath by Diane Cheney Author Diane Holloway Cheney leans on intensive research and firsthand experience in her critical work of history, JFK Assassination Aftermath: What Happened to Key Figures 1963-2024?

Beginning with a recounting of the events on the infamous afternoon in Dallas, and the reactions of political and cultural leaders in the days and weeks that followed, this book is a compressed and accessible record of this watershed moment, which sheds new light on the major players involved. Examining subsequent investigations into the assassination, the Warren Commission, the handling of sudden presidential leadership by LBJ, and reactions from dozens of people forever linked […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-08-12T22:08:20+02:00August 12th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: History Book Reviews|

Voice of The Portals I: The First Gateway by Hellevi E. Woodman

Voice of The Portals I: The First Gateway by Hellevi E. Woodman Passionately recounting her external and internal journeys towards enlightenment and higher knowledge, Voice of The Portals I: The First Gateway by author Hellevi E. Woodman reveals the potent power of nature, energy, and the interconnectedness of life.

Inviting readers to join her in reflection on the sacred spaces she has explored across the world, the book is a guide and philosophical primer for those open to spiritual wisdom. Whether investigating the Rapa Nui of Easter Island and ancient healing in Machu Picchu to Portuguese descents and Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico, this narrative moves smoothly between memoir and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-08-07T15:53:37+02:00August 7th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Spirituality Book Reviews|

Angel of Oregon by James Dobie

Angel of Oregon by James Dobie Human drama ripped straight from present-day life, along with a dash of the criminal and supernatural, Angel of Oregon by James Dobie is a twisted tale of healing and connection. This third installment of the Wallowa Lake series features familiar loves and vengeful villains back from the dead, tinged with a palpable contemporary urgency.

Nearly a decade after the night she was empowered with miraculous powers of healing, the mysterious figure who granted her those abilities returns. In the midst of a battle against an invisible monster ravaging her hospital and the world, Mia must once again grapple with the […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-07-08T16:18:26+02:00July 8th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Thriller Book Reviews|

The Dark Mountain by Yona Katz

Raising the stakes on the first installment of The Rise of Penumbra series, The Dark Mountain by Yona Katz is a fantasy novel full of dark mystery, magic, and romance, rewarding readers with its wonderfully creative premise and precise attention to detailed world-building.

Kadmiel is only 21, but he holds the highest position at the Dark Mountain under the leadership of powerful and secretive Hosheh, a Star exiled from his reign in the sky. Kadmiel acts as a right-hand man as they work incessantly to build an army able to challenge the Valley of Stars and wage a war against […]

Marina Dora Martino2024-07-01T16:54:15+02:00June 29th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Fantasy Book Reviews|

The Path to Trust by Andrews

The Path to Trust by Andrews The second volume in the gripping MacTire Legends fantasy series, The Path to Trust by Andrews is a colorful and well-plotted sequel centering on a community of werewolves on the isle of Luach in Ireland. With brilliant scene-setting, Andrews immerses readers into the secret world of these mystical creatures, reaching beyond genre tropes, and telling an emotional story about trust and love, as well as the terrible impact of fear and ignorance.

After being kidnapped and tortured by the Order, an organization that has hunted magical creatures since ancient times – including, traumatically, his parents – Adam is not the […]

Marina Dora Martino2024-06-28T16:11:15+02:00June 28th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Urban Fantasy Book Reviews|

Glitches of Gods by Jurgen “Jojo” Appelo

Glitches of Gods by Jurgen "Jojo" Appelo A near-future techno-thriller that obliterates the line between sentience and software, Glitches of Gods by Jurgen “Jojo” Appelo is a mind-bending work of visionary sci-fi.

Still haunted by a deadly technological blunder from his past, Julien doesn’t trust himself to make another near-sentient AI, but if he doesn’t do it, someone else surely will. Before he can put his genius back to work, a bizarre string of technological glitches escalates into widespread chaos, just as a fresh target appears on his back for his role in the Class 4 catastrophe that claimed the life of his own father. It seems […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-11T16:56:35+02:00June 11th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews|