Author CB Samet has an impressive back catalog, and while the books that we’ve explored early on are fantastic, it is the talespinner’s newest works that continue to excite and electrify readers and fans.  Such is the case with Raine Down: An Urban Fantasy Adventure (The Shadow Guardians Book 1).  Samet takes all of the skills and practice that she’s acquired over the course of writing dozens and dozens of books, and wraps it into a captivating tale that covers Norse fantasy in ways that folks haven’t seen, and making them shine even amidst the darkness of a mischievous and brooding urban fantasy.  There are mysteries abound, jaw-dropping revelations, and a budding romance that readers will love to cheer on.  All in all, Samet has learned how to make her balancing act work for her stories.

Ragnarok happened. Survivors converged on earth many millennia ago, breeding and blending with humans. Now, a secret battle of bloodlines is being waged in the shadows of the real world.

Raine Thoren became a Shadow Guardian to protect non-magical humans from threats they aren’t even aware of. But the latest killer on the loose has stealth and power unlike any adversary she’s faced. She won’t be able to bring this one down alone.

FBI Special Agent Will Decker prefers to work by himself. When a mysterious woman saves his life, she’s suddenly assigned to work with him in his quest to track an elusive killer. The more he learns about his new partner, Raine, and what demons lurk in shadows, the more fantasy becomes reality.

If they’re going to stop the demon and unravel prophecies of the future, they’ll need to work as a team and unlock each others’ hearts and untapped powers.

***Raine Down is the captivating first book in The Shadow Guardians urban fantasy romantic suspense series. If you like engaging characters, sizzling tension, and magic, then you’ll love this series.***

Raine Down shines throughout, thanks to well-developed characters, exciting passages and prose, and a careful balance of existing mythology and interesting new worldbuilding.  Samet has honed her craft over years, and found ways to captivate her readers from cover to cover.  Even though they’re likely to race through the book, they’ll no doubt be eager for more, and the author delivers.  With the trilogy done, and three wonderful supplemental stories also available, now is a terrific time to jump into some of CB Samet’s best work.  Check out Raine Down: An Urban Fantasy Adventure (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) on Amazon today!

And don’t forget to give the rest of the Shadow Guardians Trilogy a look as well!

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Thomas Reilly writes with authority, the culmination of all his studies and research coming to a point with Chasing Time and its sequel, Trial and Redemption.  These two books in the Janus Key series find a careful balance between educating his audience and entertaining them.  Make no mistake, Reilly’s work may have some semblance of academic merit, but it astounds on the back of interesting and captivating storylines, and characters who you’ll want to follow.  They’re brilliant and courageous, but never feel so spectacular in their presentation that they seem unreal.  And even though Reilly weaves magic into his tale, there’s a certain degree of realism to that as well.

SCIENCE MEETS FANTASY…

In his latest inspirational and suspenseful novel, Trial and Redemption, Reilly continues the saga of a mystical Janus key and its time-bending influence on 21st-century characters, first introduced in the award-winning Chasing Time.

Disgraced scientist Brian Ellis finds an improbable ally in Julie, a college student trying to reset her life after a family tragedy. Guided by a Janus key with magical powers to predict future events, they embark on a crusade to bring a corrupt pharmaceutical executive to justice, prevent a medical tragedy, and restore peace to their shattered lives. However, Brian guards a dark secret that may imperil both their mission and their redemption.

Filled with unexpected twists and turns, memorable characters, and heart-stopping adventure, Trial and Redemption, an Amazon bestseller, is an emotive mix of suspense and fantasy.

While Reilly’s work is certainly on the periphery of the fantasy works that we often see in the Otherworld, there’s enough magic at play in the world he writes that it deserves a look.  There’s a magic to the way he writes as well, ensuring that readers will always have twists and turns to look forward to.  That pace will carry them quickly to the end, racing through one page after the next to find out how it can possibly wrap up.  Now that book two is out, it’s a great time to jump into the author’s wonderful stories. Check out Trial and Redemption (JANUS KEY SERIES) on Amazon today!

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Author J. M. Unrue is a playful storyteller.  They like to write fiction that is sometimes framed in with good humor, or in satire, and is largely an intellectual pursuit.  So it is in The Festival of Sin: and other tales of fantasy, where Unrue starts things off with a narrator who explains things in witty ways, even when they’re trying to present something that can feel at times overwhelming.  There is a level of sci-fi that bleeds through into these tales from time to time as well, showing that Unrue is a fan of speculative fiction in more than just one of its shades.  There is a certain level of intelligence to many of Unrue’s characters and the tales they find themselves within, but nothing seems preachy, and the writing isn’t expecting any homework of its readers.

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Author Evelyn King set lofty aspirations for her debut release, but she has the amazing foresight, planning and dedication to see those goals reached.  That book, The Ways of Wayward Witches (A Tale of Three Sisters Book 1) is massive in its scope, with the author laying a foundation beyond the events that surround the main characters which is truly impressive.  At the same time though, the way that King writes Lumen and her growing cast of surrounding characters is captivating, and it draws readers in to a level of immersion that does not release its hold easily.  Whether readers are looking for exciting magic, steamy romance, or witty dialog, King has it all in spades.

“It’s a dangerous time for a Witch.”

The scars left behind by the Blood Massacre of 1888 still run deep through the Witches of Britain a hundred and thirty-five years later. Queen Mara, who led the Witches to victory on that harrowing night, must once again face her old enemy as well as a mysterious group of rebels with seemingly no motive. Tired and ready to retire, Queen Mara wants nothing more than to pass the baton on to her only living heir…

…too bad Lumen doesn’t want to be Queen.

With only a few weeks left until she turns twenty-one and must officially claim the title of Heir to the Blood Crown, Lumen is determined to spend her last moments of freedom doing what she loves best – sneaking out to walk among mortals and getting outrageously drunk at the upcoming Samhain Ball. Fate has a different idea. As a night of debauchery drags on, Lumen is embroiled in a mystery that will rewrite history, shed light on the recent attacks on Witches, and send her on a path to discover the true culprit behind her parents’ murders.

A hundred and thirty-five years in the past, two brothers are the only reason that the ignorant Witches of Gallows End haven’t been slayed in their entirety. Though the Grave brothers’ names may never make it into the history books, that doesn’t mean they’ll be entirely forgotten.

King’s book contains a good deal of fan favorite tropes without feeling reductive or derivative.  Instead, The Ways of Wayward Witches feels like it puts a fresh spin on things.  It’s also impeccably paced, with snappy chapters that draws readers into the next one.  Before they know it, the climax fast approaches, leaving them hungry for more.  With the promise of more to come that ought to be just as epic, there’s never been a better time to pick up King’s excellent saga starter.  Check out The Ways of Wayward Witches (A Tale of Three Sisters Book 1) on Amazon today!

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Author A. Morrow has a tremendous task that they have rose to the occasion to complete in their debut story, Alpha Onset (Echoes of Men in Female World Book 1).  This tremendous book tells of another world where the expectations are decidedly different than the reality that its lead character is prepared for, and that sets an interesting backdrop for the hearty content that follows.  Here, in the world that Morrow has crafted, males are infrequent and valued.  The matriarchal society that Evander awakes in is unfamiliar to him, and though there is a certain allure to being surrounded by beautiful, powerful women, it is also at first unsettling.  Morrow takes this premise and builds a solid foundation around it, constructing a massive story to follow, that brims with battles, dynamic character development, and stunning secrets.

In a world pulsing with magic, monsters, and the unknown, Evander awakens to an unfamiliar reality. The fierce spirit of a battle-hardened warrior from another realm now inhabits the body of a young, handsome-looking man with luminous blue eyes and a head of light-colored hair. Despite his formidable past, it’s Evander’s soothing voice that people find entrancing.

The surprises, however, are only beginning. Here, men are a rare find, treated as invaluable treasures in a realm dominated by powerful women. While women command the magic, influence, and governance, men, for all their rarity, face a life of adulation and constraint.

Haunted by memories of sprawling battlefields and relentless combat, Evander’s merciful heart seems ill-suited for this new world. Lying in an unfamiliar room, surrounded by remnants of a meal and the hallmarks of an advanced society, he begins to grasp the complexities of this matriarchal domain.

But as days blur into nights, he’s not alone in this bewildering environment. A group of stunning and formidable women rally around him, aiding him as he navigates this world where he is both venerated and restrained. Together, they embark on a journey of discovery, danger, and romance.

Evander must reconcile his warrior instincts with his newfound reality. Along the way, he learns that even in a world turned upside-down, strength and love can emerge from the most unexpected corners. Delve into a tale where power dynamics shift, identities evolve, and Evander must grapple with a world where he’s both an anomaly and a prize.

Readers are thrust into a brilliantly woven tapestry of adventure and allure, offering a rich blend of magical escapades and complex interpersonal dynamics. The narrative masterfully crafts an action-packed harem fantasy tailored for those who relish tales where one man finds himself at the center of attention, intrigue, and desire. Within its pages, magic is not just an elemental force but a pulsating, living entity, serving as both boon and bane for the characters. The storyline deftly navigates the treacherous waters of power dynamics, male fantasies, and the eternal dance of seduction and strategy. It’s an exhilarating read, providing both the thrill of battle and the intoxication romances, ensuring that readers remain captivated from the first page to the last.

Exploring the sharp contrast between a world that required obvious strength to one that depends on subterfuge and clever tactics, the author delivers a tale that is captivating.  Indeed, Alpha Onset will ensure readers are curious and excited as they flip through the pages.  Though it is a sturdy narrative, it flows at an even pace.  Readers will be compelled to continue their journey—never trapped within its substance.  Straddling the line between fantasy and science-fi, there is a lot here for fans of speculative fiction.  With another expansive book in the series having just released, there’s never been a better time to dive into Morrow’s intriguing world.  Check out Alpha Onset (Echoes of Men in Female World Book 1) on Amazon today!

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Author Liv Viola takes a new stab at vampire fiction in the catching and captivating book The Eternal Heir: Beware the Vampires of Berlin.  A master of painting intrigue into her story and into her character’s thoughts, Viola seems to have a bloody good time crafting her tale, and readers ought to enjoy spending time with Ava and the immortals she meets.  The Eternal Heir is a vampire tale with a fresh take, and at times almost reads as an academy fantasy, in the best of ways.  It’s playfully dark without being overwhelming, has some tinges of romance without being saccharine, and its wickedly funny at times as well.

Jean-Pierre has spent the last hundred years hell-bent on destroying the vampire order who keeps the immortals of Europe under their iron rule. The last piece of the puzzle rests in a lonesome girl with a supernatural heritage.

When Ava Schmidt follows an old postcard to Berlin on the hunt for her long-lost family, she’s quickly dragged into the world of the Risen, where she discovers she’s the last hereditary heir to an unbroken line of immortal rulers.

Roped into a centuries-old rebel plot to overthrow her relatives and fighting to master her newfound vampiric powers, Ava struggles to decide on a path for her new eternal future – all while navigating her magnetic attraction to her alluring vampire instructor, Jean-Pierre.

But the rebels are hiding a terrible secret, one which will throw everything she’s been taught into doubt. Torn between loyalty to her new friends and Jean-Pierre, and the ruling family she never knew she had, the fate of the vampires of Europe rests in Ava’s hands.

With snappy chapters and a story that hooks you right from the first few pages, this formidable tale moves quickly.  Viola carefully balances the richness of the underworld she’s created here, and the pacing of an action-packed, romantic vampire lit, ensuring that there’s something for everyone.  She sets the rules in place, and then has all the fun in the world bending and breaking them, and invites fans of the genre to join her there in the moonlight.  With the hint of more from this world apparent, there’s never been a better time to play.  Check out The Eternal Heir: Beware the Vampires of Berlin on Amazon today!

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Author Aida Mestour breathes life into her debut, Layla and the Golden Flower (The Golden Flower Saga Book 1), by focusing on what is at the heart of the story.  The power of emotions is almost as powerful as magic here, and the author is adept at pulling the curtain back from Layla and allowing readers to immerse themselves in her experiences.  Indeed, readers will find themselves attached to all of the characters that Mestour introduces, and to the world, first introduced with a twist of whimsy as Layla finds a brief peek of it in her youth.  But the author has a way of bringing magic and majesty to the world we’re familiar with as well.

The first time Layla met the magical and mysterious Aezra, she was just a child lost in the woods. Two decades later, convinced their encounter was only a dream worthy of the childish imagination, she finds herself whisked away into a parallel world; a world full of magic, beauty, harmony and adventure.

What she finds is everything she has been looking for – love, family, belonging – but fate moves her down a dangerous path. In the kingdom of Bhumi, she is forced to enter the Sanctuary – a place where all the women are sent to conquer the power of enchanted mystical flowers.

They’ve had their entire lives to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead…and Layla just got there. Danger lurks on every side and difficulties lie in every direction.

Facing the seemingly impossible task of taming the Golden Flower, Layla soon finds herself at the limit of her emotional and physical endurance.

Will she ever defeat the Golden Flower or will she fail and lose the challenge—and worse—her life?

A novel of pain, of life lessons, of the world around us and the world inside us, of taking care of ourselves and always – always – pressing forward to our goals. Fantasy, romance and adventure collide in this thrilling saga.

With as grand an adventure as this, the author’s debut moves quickly, though it strikes a careful balance, making sure that readers don’t miss the opportunity to linger about here and there to learn about the world.  Mestour knows how to write fun surprises and cliffhangers, helping to zigzag with her pacing, and keeping readers on their toes.  This tale is an attention-grabbing portal fantasy that won’t let go, even after you turn the final page.  Luckily, it looks like the author has every intention of following up with Layla and Aezra, meaning there’s no better time than now to dive into this wonderful series.  Check out Layla and the Golden Flower (The Golden Flower Saga Book 1) on Amazon today!

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Exploring themes of personal liberty and a worldwide attempt at an escape from tyranny, Out of the Shadow: Under the Wing, by Blue Matt Jeff, has the sort of hook that keeps the material with readers long after they’ve turned the last page.  Though it presents with a fantasy veneer, the story hits close to home, as some people live the sort of lives that the lead character suffers through in our world as well.  Jeff focuses a lens on the sort of tragedies that people might endure, effectively straddling a line between raising awareness and providing immersive entertainment that readers can’t look away from.

A devastating genetic disease has caused a drastic decrease in male populations. Although their numbers are declining, the powerful still cling to their authority while ignoring the impending peril, while the female population strives to carry on the continuity of humanity.

Princess Malak fled her homeland after her father agreed to an arranged marriage. Her engagement to a cruel and tyrannical man, who shares the same values as her controlling and oppressive family and society, is a formidable barrier to her contentment.

Malak courageously ran away from her country, with the fear of imprisonment or death looming over her, to gain her freedom. To achieve her goals, the princess must cross borders to a country where women have a voice and power.

It doesn’t take long to recognize the author’s writing talents, but with every step deeper into the world they’ve designed, it’s becomes clearer that they have a deep appreciation for fantasy.  Rich with lore and culture, with traditions that might seem incredible or barbaric, there is evidence of plenty of care at hand in the crafting of this realm, and the gripping tale at its forefront.  With multiple projects in the works, this is a great time for readers to familiarize themselves with Blue Matt Jeff’s work.  And perhaps there is even more to explore within the world that Malak hopes to not only survive in, but thrive in.  Check out Out of the Shadow: Under the Wing on Amazon today!

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Talented author Bianca Pensy Aba delights in her debut fantasy, a contemporary tale with a touch of magical realism, Across Both Sides of the Mirror.  A journey of self-identity with characters that are relatable, the book is a terrific journey to go on that has some darker elements that keep readers captivated.  Pensy Aba does a wonderful job of taking raw character moments and speaking them to truth, ensuring that the gravity of the story isn’t lost to the fantasy elements.  Rather, everything blends into a perfect brew of otherworldly magic with real stakes.

NOVA feels like she has nothing to show for her almost three decades on Earth. She works a job she only tolerates. Her friends are both doing better than her in their romantic and professional lives. She has not spoken to her parents in years. When she purchases a stunning mirror at an antiques shop, her reality is turned upside down Across Both Sides of the Mirror. She finds an opportunity to get everything that she has ever wanted…but there is a cost for it. Will Nova accept what the mirror offers her, or will she choose to fight for her reality?

ACROSS BOTH SIDES OF THE MIRROR is an adult contemporary low fantasy novel. The book touches on existential crisis, found family, individuality, and African mythology—among other themes. This is a character-driven story which follows Nova as she is taken on an otherworldly life altering journey with a potentially fatal outcome.

Though Across Both Sides of the Mirror is a personal journey for Nova, it’s also one that resonates with a lot of people who are still discovering parts of themselves.  It explores mythology in some creative and interesting ways, ensuring that fresh, exciting revelations are around every corner.  This journey through two worlds is breathtaking, and readers will be engaged throughout, ready to stand by Nova through thick and thin until the last page.  It’s a great time to begin your adventure through the looking glass.  Check out Across Both Sides of the Mirror, by Bianca Pensy Aba, on Amazon today!

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Author Alice Leticia Morgan hits the pavement and hits the ground running with a gritty, sexual, and ultimately magical experience with her debut, CHAOS AND HAVOC: Book One of The Chaos Trilogy.  Morgan definitely knows how to write compelling and captivating scenes, painted with fine artistic strokes.  Indeed, the author may create her art with some grimier colors, given the context of her story, but all those colors come together to create a lovely little masterpiece.  It helps that the characters are a hoot, even when they’re not exactly the ones you should be rooting for.  And best of all, even when you think you know what is going on, the story has ways of catching you off your guard.

Best friends Gia Santiago and Amanda Hendrix set out to start their new careers. Amanda moves to Chicago to work as a newspaper reporter while Gia begins her training at the Miami Police Academy.

Gia’s life starts to collapse when Alexie Lee, her non-binary commanding officer, pushes her to the brink of disaster.
Amanda’s life goes from fantastic to frantic when Isaac Johnson, a deranged Lucifer-loving lunatic, stalks her every move.
When Gia learns her best friend is in the clutches of a madman she teams up with Kevin Hanson, a charismatic college professor and Amanda’s unintentional polyamorous partner.

Will friendship triumph over fate or is Amanda’s soul doomed to languish within the Gates of Hell? Will Gia rescue her best friend or fall prey to the Soldiers of Satan? Destiny is stronger than friendship or fate. Some powers are beyond our control. Enter the world of Gia Santiago and Amanda Hendrix. Your life will never be the same.

Just reading the first few pages goes far to compel readers to keep at it.  Interesting situations, witty, engaging dialog, and of course, steamy scenes, will ensure that folks keep up with Chaos and Havoc.  With snappy chapters that will have readers thumbing through pages quickly, this otherwise substantial story will be over before readers know it.  Luckily, a sequel is on the way, and it promises to be just as compelling and interesting as this one, meaning there’s no better time than now to pick up Morgan’s first book in the trilogy.  Check out CHAOS AND HAVOC: Book One of The Chaos Trilogy on Amazon today!

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