8.5/10 Although I read this for Fantasy Book Review's contribution to The Self Published Fantasy Blog Off it was a book that had been on my horizon for some time so I was thrilled when it was placed in our group. I am happy to announce that Behind the Vale was my first semi-finalist from... Continue Reading →
Review of ~ Josiah Bancroft – Senlin Ascends (The Books of Babel #1)
9/10 Will be posted on Fantasy Book Review shortly. Josiah Bancroft's debut novel is a huge deal in the world of fantasy fiction right now. I truly regret being late to the party but can safely say the hype is well deserved. Seeing only unanimously positive reviews from my blogging peers, I had to check... Continue Reading →
Review of ~ Joe Abercrombie – Before They Are Hanged (The First Law #2)
8.5/10 "We should forgive our enemies, but not before they are hanged" - Heinrich Heine Before They Are Hanged is Abercrombie's second entry into the twisted and grim world of The First Law. It follows on from the three story arcs that The Blade itself stylishly led towards. Bayaz, the first of the Magi is... Continue Reading →