Character Madness and Musings

Hag of the Hills The Bronze Sword Cycles Book 1 by J.T.T. Ryder Genre: Historical Fantasy May contain adult content “ Nothing is unconquerable; even our gods can die.” Brennus is destined from birth to become a warrior, despite his farmer’s life. But when the Hillmen kill his family and annihilate his clan, he now has the opportunity to avenge those who he loved. Brennus must survive endless hordes of invading Hillmen and magic-wielding sidhe, aided by only a band of shifty mercenaries, and an ancient bronze sword. Failure means his family and clan go unavenged. Victory will bring glory to Brennus and his ancestors. Hag of the Hills is a heroic fantasy novel set in 200 B.C. on the Isle of Skye, steeped in Celtic mythology and culture. Goodreads * Amazon The Lion of Skye The Bronze Sword Cycles Book 2 There can only be one lion of Skye. Vidav thought he was finally living a life of glory—the warrior’s path he dreamed of as a farmer. However, when his brother, Fennigus, reveals himself ...

Arcadia: The Complete Collection – 10th Anniversary Edition by Al Stone Publication date: July 7th 2022 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult AN UNTOLD PROPHECY, A BROKEN COVENANT AND A FALLEN ANGEL AS AN ALLY. WILL CHARLIE SURVIVE? Arcadia, 10th Anniversary Edition is a complete collection, featuring three full length novels in a single volume for the first time. A young-adult fantasy series full of magic, mythology and adventure. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and Lord of the Rings. Talisman Of El They have always been here … watching in silence. Now both worlds are about to collide. Charlie Blake has always known he was different. He hears what others don’t. He sees what others can’t. In his quest for the truth, he discovers he is the physical embodiment of a powerful ruler and finds himself locked in an ancient battle between good and evil that threatens the life of every being on Earth. Blackout Hold your breath. It’s contagious. Saving mankind becomes near impossible ...

Myracles in the Void by Wes Dyson (Myraverse) Publication date: April 12th 2022 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult There once were two children, a girl and a boy. One could create, the other, destroy. Within every heart lies the power to bond or break. On an isolated port of floating garbage called Hop, Gaiel Izz and his sister, Lynd, never imagined they’d be able to change anything… Not their nasty neighbors, not their hungry bellies, and especially not their missing father. That will change when they discover the power of myracles — magic that either creates or destroys. As the brother and sister set across Esa to bring their family back together, this power will either unite them or shatter their entire world to pieces. It will all come down to what truly lies within their hearts… Create or destroy? Goodreads / Amazon / Barnes & Noble / iBooks / Kobo EXCERPT: Chapter One – Unforgiving Hop THE RED TIDE is COMING! Water Level Low. SPRYT SightingsHighly Expected. Un-luck + Disa...

Amethyst Ambrosia Hill Book 1 by Rebecca Henry Genre: Clean YA LGBTQ Fantasy Romance FROM EXCITING YOUNG ADULT ROMANCE AUTHOR REBECCA HENRY Book one in the Ambrosia Hill series She was sent away because of her feelings for another girl. But what she discovered at her aunts' lake house was a birthright of magic. Thirteen-year-old Zinnia is about to turn fourteen when her life is flipped upside down. With her parents on the brink of a divorce, Zinnia is sent to spend the summer with her eccentric great-aunts at their lake house away from her home in Manhattan. Zinnia arrives at her aunts' massive Victorian house with a heavy heart after a recent falling out with her best friend Charlotte, who betrayed her trust by showing the meanest and most popular girl in school a letter Zinnia wrote confessing her feelings for Charlotte. The aunts rely on practical magic, acceptance and old family friends to help heal their great-niece in more ways than one. What Zinnia discovers on ...

Cinco de Mayo: What Is Everybody Celebrating? 2nd Edition by Donald W. Miles Genre: Nonfiction, Hispanic History Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a holiday so popular that in the United States it draws larger crowds than here in the United States. About half a million people turn out for the annual event in Los Angeles alone, but exactly what is everybody celebrating? They're there for the music - and the half-priced margaritas - but if you ask around, you won't find many people who can tell you what happened in Mexico on that day. There are very few adult-level books currently on the market about that subject, but readers can now learn how the Mexicans took back their country after a five-year struggle against the French army in this 90,000-word book,  Cinco de Mayo: What is Everybody Celebrating? (2nd Ed.) The original 2006 edition has now been upgraded to include color photographs in every chapter and maps to help readers navigate the story. There's also a new cover whi...

Join Us for this Tour:   May 16 to June 3, 2022 Book Title :  Kingdomless (The Evamore Series Book 1) by Michelle Garyfalakis Category :  YA Fiction (Ages 13-17) , 422 pages Genre :  YA Fantasy Romance Publisher :  Self-Published Release date:    January 2022 Content Rating :  PG-13 +M:  There is a scene where our main character is held at knife point and her attacker grabs her breasts without consent. The word 'nipple' is used in this situation. This is the reason for the added "M" in the rating.       Book Description: The remnants of the United Kingdom of Garth, once ruled by the legendary Dynasty of Evamores are in the throes of conflict. Ten years ago, King Wren of the West discovered Raelle washed up on the shores of the Balour Sea, with no memory of the first nine years of her life. She was brought back to the castle and dutifully cared for and cherished by the king and his three older sons. On her...

Guardians of the Sea by Eva Pohler (Vampires and Gods, #3) Publication date: May 14th 2022 Genres: Paranormal, Romance, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. After enduring Delphine’s dangerous training regimen, the young gods and demigods embark on a mission to take down the corrupt shipping company once and for all, to liberate victimized communities up and down the Mediterranean and nearby seas. But unforeseen conflicts cause the young gods and demigods to question the nature of their mission, their purpose, and their relationships with one another. In the face of impossible choices, how important are love, loyalty, and friendship? Moreover, how far should one go to defend those who can’t defend themselves? Should one sacrifice everything? Read the surprising conclusion of The Vampires and Gods Series. For lovers of Greek mythology, paranormal romance, and action adventure stories. Here’s what readers are saying about this series: “Vampires and...