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The Silver Eagle — Book Review

In a nutshell, this series will probably appeal to readers who are looking for light entertainment rather than any serious Ancient Roman-based fiction. I read the first book in the Forgotten Legion trilogy by Ben Kane. I probably wouldn’t have bothered with the second book, except I bought all three on special offer from aContinue reading “The Silver Eagle — Book Review”

In Solitude’s Shadow — Review

I have found with my years of reading that debut novels often lack finesse. As with any new creator, we must expect a period of skill honing. In Solitude’s Shadow is no different from other debut novels in this regard, such as a little too much telling and clumsy exposition; it is also a littleContinue reading “In Solitude’s Shadow — Review”

Best Read Worst Read ’23

Twenty-twenty-three was a year of new authors for me. Despite receiving recommendations for the works of Joe Abercrombie, I hadn’t yet delved into his grimdark world. The second trilogy in the First Law series had languished in my Kindle library for ages. I tried Kazuo Ishiguro for the first–and probably the last–time. Robert Jordan droveContinue reading “Best Read Worst Read ’23”

After Gairech: Free for a limited time

For a limited time, the book the critics loved is free: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B093TF86Z4 🇬🇧https://www.amazon.com/dp/B093TF86Z4 🇺🇸 David Gemmell meets Ellis Peters in this ancient murder mystery.

Hammer: Free for a Day

Award- winning book from Micheál Cladáin’s is free for the next 24 hours. Renowned Irish author, John De Burca called it “Hugely enjoyable.” Historical novelist, Cathie Dunn called it a “…riveting read.” “A relic is all that stands between Rome and victory!” United KingdomUnited States

Author’s Note: P. D. Londra

During the beta reading phase of The Last Summoner: Conquest, my readers raised several questions about aspects of the tale that they found confusing. Of course, some of the issues were editorial, and I fixed them for the release of the book by the Irish Indie publisher PerchedCrowPress on January 5, 2024 (available for pre-orderContinue reading “Author’s Note: P. D. Londra”

Iron — Kirkus Review

A satisfyingly gritty and complex tale of a noble Roman commander and a valiant Christian woman. In Cladáin’s historical novel, a Roman general experiences love and betrayal on the far northern frontier. The second book in the author’s The Iron Between trilogy continues the story of the Roman commander Agricola as he deals with frontierContinue reading “Iron — Kirkus Review”