News and book reviews from award-winning British author K.J. Simmill
Recusant (The Brin Archives Book 2) by Jim Cronin is a sci-fi fantasy and sequel to Hegira. Maliche is a Rocker, as such there are certain things expected from him. He however wants more from life than his name would dictate. He chose archaeology over genetics, bringing shame to his family, and now seeks a… Continue reading Book review: Recusant (The Brin Archives Book 2) by Jim Cronin
Divergent Bloodlines by T.J. Shaw is a paranormal romance. Viviane Taylor works with her partner Mike hunting down the bad guys and closing case after case for her precinct. She is driven by her career, her dream is to be the first female lieutenant in her department, and her career seems to be on track.… Continue reading Book review: Divergent Bloodlines by T.J. Shaw
Hi all, it is with great pleasure I announce that the second book in The Forgotten Legacies Series, The Severaine, is now available for pre-order 10% of the royalties from this title with be going to: The St John and Red Cross Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) who provide practical and emotional support to military… Continue reading The Severaine, available for pre-order
Hungry Ghosts is a short horror story written by Calvin Demmer The Hungry Ghost festival is the most important festival of hungry ghost month in China. The gates of hell are opened and hungry ghosts are released to find food or to take revenge on those who have behaved badly. Their ancestors present offerings to… Continue reading Book review: Hungry Ghosts by Calvin Demmer
Good morning all, Given the favourable response to the first teaser I posted on social media I've decided to post my teasers here now as well until The Severaine is released in September Without further ado, here is teaser two 🙂 Progress update: The final polishing of The Severaine is underway and I am receiving… Continue reading The Severaine, teaser two
The Witch's kiss by Tricia Schneider is the forth book the Merriweather Witches series and is the first one I have picked up. This particular book follows the plight of Sage, a witch harbouring a dark and deadly secret, and Marianne, a ghost for all intents and purposes but for one small detail, her body… Continue reading Book review: The Witch’s Kiss by Tricia Schneider
Destiny Series: Five Novelettes With A Twist by Casi McLean is a wonderful collection of five short stories. Fate plays a role in everyone's future, and to some nothing short of a miracle is needed to ensure things are as they should be. From strange happenings, alternate lives, all the way to time travel, this… Continue reading Book review: Destiny Series: Five Novelettes With A Twist by Casi McLean
Grind by Edward Vukovic is a fiction novel touching on aspects of romance, mystery, and occult. However the main focus of Grind is the effect people unknowingly have on other people's lives. It follows Ziva, Michel, Simon, Isaac, and Danielle. Five strangers whose paths cross and alter the course of another's future. Ziva was raised… Continue reading Book review: Grind by Edward Vukovic
Soul retrievers is an occult horror novel written by David Burton. Getter is a soul retriever with a reputation, he always gets his soul. So when young Brittany's parents enlist his services after discovering their daughter was mistakenly sent to hell they expected results. But no one expected these results. Soul retrievers are expected to… Continue reading Book review: Soul Retrievers by David Burton
Dusk and Summer by Joseph Pinto is a beautiful heart warming story. Written in the first person narrative and combining tragedy with seeds of urban fantasy. It follows the heartbreaking tale of a son sent on a final request from his father, as he lies dying. "Find me from Tolten." This last adventure is one… Continue reading Book Review: Dusk and Summer by Joseph Pinto
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