The Price of Faith by Rob J. Hayes – Review
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
For those who enjoy gritty, unflinching fantasy, it's precisely what makes this series stand out.
self-publishing/indie
Descent to Azakmar by Michael R. Fletcher – Review
An excellent blend of action, world-building, humor, and heart.
SPFBO Finalist Review: By Blood, by Salt by J. L. Odom
This was my favourite of the SPFBO books by quite some distance. It’s a powerful story about outsiders, how they try to fit in, and how they are treated.
SPFBO Finalist Review: Gates of Hope by J. E. Hannaford
The plot starts with a classic fantasy trope but quickly deepens into something more complex, balancing humor, action, and reflective moments.
The Guardian of the Palace by Steven J. Morris – Review
The tone and voice easily hooked me to the end. More like this please!
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!
Unbound by Michael R. Miller – Review
I would definitely highly recommend it to everyone who enjoys an epic fantasy that feels like one of the classics, but has a way more modern and quick style!
Hessians and Hellhounds by Tilly Wallace – Review
If Jane Austen meets paranormal murder mysteries, with a serious super slow burn romance, that's actually just a side plot and doesn't take over sounds good to you, this is…
Beyond Sundered Seas by David Green
My favourite bit of the book is the back and forth in my own mind, about who I actually want to see win, or not. Because some of the "heroes"…
Blood Brothers Beyond by Rob J. Hayes – Review
This story handles grief and loss in a raw and powerful way. It's both quiet and subtle and yet also deep and profound. I have no idea how, but this…
Path of War by David Green – Review
In really enjoyed how the darker bits of the book were handled. Traumatic experiences actually have repercussions, and loss isn't just forgotten two seconds later.
Herald by Rob J. Hayes – Review
Let me tell you: I LOVED this book! It has everything.