SPFBO Finalist Review: By A Silver Thread by Rachel Aaron
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
I'm a big UF fan and this book certainly ticks a number of boxes of what I love about that sub-genre of SFF
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SPFBO Finalist Review: The Oathsworn Legacy by K.R. Gangi
My favourite parts are mostly the mini stories of the quests the brothers completed, and the creatures and characters they met along the way.
The Empire’s Ruin by Brian Staveley – Review
The inner conflict that comes with that was bleeding of the page, and addictive.
Last Winter Sun by G.R. Matthews – Review
Last Winter Sun by G. R. Matthews is a mix of dystopian novel, magic, orks and other beasts. The blurb says “A-Team meets World of Warcraft” and as someone who…
SPFBO Finalist Review: The Humane Society for Creatures and Cryptids by Stephanie A. Gillis
I really, really like the premise – the sanctuary in the woods, the isolation (ostracism) from the local community, and the rest of the world, and the fascinating creatures (or…
The Guardian of the Palace by Steven J. Morris – Review
The tone and voice easily hooked me to the end. More like this please!
A Matter of Execution by Nicholas Atwater & Olivia Atwater – Review
If you want some swashbuckling fantasy, that's full of charm, adventure, a diverse cast, fun and plenty of banter, this is plain gold.
SPFBO Finalist Review: The Tenacious Tale of Tanna the Tendersword by Dewey Conway & Bill Adams
This is a traditional quest fantasy with some cool original ideas, plenty of action, strong characters and humour. In other words, something most fantasy-loving kids are going to enjoy.
Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon – Review
I liked how the topics were just taken on straight forward, no big philosophical thoughts about it, but also not taken as a given.
Constancy by Tilly Wallace – Review
It's perfect for fans of Scales and Sensibility by Stephanie Burgis, or really everyone who loves a Jane Austen like setting with a fabulous female MC and dragons!
The Last Shield by Cameron Johnston – Review
There's plenty of banter and fun along the guts and gore, which makes it a very entertaining and satisfying read, from start to finish!
Spire Climbers by Rob J. Hayes – Review
Friendship and banter are always a strong draw for me!