It is the evening of April 17, 2009, when Captain Scott Ryan, while on a training operation, sees a big object in the skies of Utah. He is intrigued by what he saw and wants to know more, but his superiors promptly advise him to...

The Jabberwocky Princess by Cece Louise is book two in the Forest Tales series and can be read as a standalone. Kainda isn't like the other maids. Her father was a monster hunter that disappeared, leaving behind several dead knights. Like her father before her,...

Mordizan by Alyssa Roat is the second book in the Wraithwood trilogy. Brinnie hasn't seen Wraithwood or her Uncle Merlin in over a year. She's been living by her mother's rules of not using magic or playing with the shadows (though she breaks them constantly)...

To the Grave is the first book in a new young adult fantasy by G.S. Hollaway. Lady Evangeline understands her role as heir to her father’s position, but something just feels suspicious about her mother’s death and her father’s new marriage. Upon discovering a hidden...

In The Game of War: The Trials of Dantess, Warrior Priest (The Chronicles of Chaos) by Glen Dahlgren, Dantess has always idolized his grandfather, the infamous priest of War, Varyon. His father Tolliver, however, is dead set against Dantess ever joining the temple. Owner of...

Plague of Flies: Revolt of the Spirits, 1846 is a work of fiction in the historical, cultural, and fantasy subgenres. It is intended for the young adult reading audience and was penned by author Laurel Anne Hill. As the title suggests, we find ourselves in...

Manufacturing Magic by Jaime Castle and Troy Osgood introduces the reader to Jeff, who works as a Game Master in a full immersion online multiplayer game. Basically, Jeff provides technical support, answering player complaint tickets, and solving problems. During a routine callout, Jeff makes some...

Sean Gibson’s The Part About the Dragon Was (Mostly) True tells the chronicle of Heloise the Bard. The story is really told from two perspectives, that of a distant third-person narrator who relates the story as it is supposed to be remembered, and Heloise in...

Tata Crubon is as mesmerized as the members of Emperor Evan Smith’s intelligence team when they all learn about the emperor’s plans. The emperor hints that he’ll need the services of the new graduates of the International Honour Guards on a coming mission. Perhaps Tata...

The Thief of Roseland by Jim Pugmire is a mystery, an adventure, and a most pleasant read. From the beginning, the scene is set, and the characters are brought to life. The author sets the tone for the story and maintains a steady pace throughout,...