News and book reviews from award-winning British author K.J. Simmill
Centuries ago the Anastasians had implemented The Selection, all boys of eighteen were expected to participate. Eron's time was approaching but with the memories of his brother's ear-piercing screams he was filled with fear and foreboding. But there was something about this ritual, something that seemed out of place. Males outnumbered females ten to one,… Continue reading Book review: The Selection by Jason Nugent (@LailokenRi )
Nina thought she'd landed her dream job, great money, funding, and time to on a new obsession, finding the Tomb of Hercules. After finding Atlantis she has a void to fill. Chase, however, finds himself stagnating. He was never designed to be tied to a desk, and Nina had changed, attempting to fit into her… Continue reading Book review: The Tomb of Hercules by Andy McDermott (@AndyMcDermott)
Nina Wilde was orphaned when her parents' quest for Atlantis ended in betrayal, but the same obsession runs through her veins. She has dedicated her life to continuing her parents' pursuits, and she is certain she has the answer, the location of Atlantis itself. Excitement and nervousness floods through her as she gives her presentation… Continue reading Book review: The Hunt For Atlantis by Andy McDermott (@AndyMcDermott )
Jodie has suffered at the hands of her husband, Jack, to the point she was merely a tool to his daily life, a set routine, a strict diet regime of what to make and when, and if any of her spirit returned he disciplined her. But he had taken it too far. His actions had… Continue reading Book review: The Foreseen by Emma Coray (@EmmCoray )
Lj had just started college, a event which acted as a catalyst for her to meet her biological mother, Lyndsey. Lj is an alcoholic, and so when Lyndsey, and her husband, Rich, suggested she stayed with them she was relieved Lj didn't trusting herself around college bars and drinking students. The invitation extended to Lj's… Continue reading Book review: Malthus Revisited by Lin Wilder (@LinWilder )
Astrid had been missing for some time now, with no sign of being found. More concerning was that others were disappearing too, something brought to Rory's by Cody, her ex. Normally Astrid took care of problems involving paranormal, but with her disappearance there was no one else he could turn to, except for the rouge… Continue reading Book review: Hunting Shadows by Rain Oxford
The King's assassination had marked a change for the remote kingdom of Screenia. The Queen had been childless, and there were many who thought the throne should pass to them. The King had been assassinated by an Unknown. The strange creature had been witnessed but all attempts to stop it had failed. The King had… Continue reading Book review: Power’s Wrath by Stephen Shortall
Flowing the death of Delforian it was suggested by the psychologist that everyone keep a journal. For the ten long years since they had left their home world they had been on a quest. It had taken a great deal of resources and sponsorship, but finally they had set up on a scavenger hunt across… Continue reading Book review: Alferrions Exodus by Simon Anthony Marriott
My hat off to James Matthew Byers for this entertaining and original rendition of a classic tale. With a skill to rival bards and fablers he has woven this legend of old in rhyme, and what better way to relate such an ancient a tale? This presentation added a real charm and those already familiar… Continue reading Book review: BEOWULF: The Midgard Epic by James Matthew Byers (@MattByers40 )
Adam and Justin could hardly wait, a trip to Egypt with their aunt was a dream come true, little did they know the danger that awaited. A missing archaeologist, a strange feeling of being followed, and a secret entrusted to them, all marks the start of a gripping adventure that will take them to places… Continue reading Book review: The Secret of the Sacred Scarab by Fiona Ingram (@FionaRobyn )
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