Monthly Archives: July 2012

Malediction by C Z Dunn – Audio Drama Advance Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews a brand new Dark Angels audio drama (possibly a first for the chapter?) by new author C Z Dunn.

“Wonderfully written and quite evocative, this is a story that is absolutely true to the secretive nature and mythos of the Dark Angels, the First Chapter of the Adeptus Astartes.” ~The Founding Fields

Hereward: The Devil’s Army by James Wilde – Book Review [Bane of Kings]

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Bane of Kings reviews the second book in the historical fiction trilogy that focuses on the legend of Hereward, the first freedom fighter, entitled The Devil’s Army, written by James Wilde and published by Bantam Books. It was released on 19 July 2012. 

“Bigger, better and more awesome than its predecessor, Wilde manages to keep the reader hooked throughout the pages with his fantastic prose. A must for all historical fiction fans.”  ~The Founding Fields

Treacheries of the Space Marines edited by Christian Dunn – Advance Review Part Two [Lord of the Night]

Strange that despite the contest Xaphan there never appeared in any story. A shame.

Lord of the Night reviews the second half of the Chaos Space Marine anthology Treacheries of the Space Marines featuring the authors Matthew Farrer, Sarah Cawkwell, David Annandale, Aaron Dembski-Bowden, Anthony Reynolds, Andy Smillie, Jonathan Green, Andy Hoare and John French.

“A darkly entertaining anthology that has its lows but many more highs. A must-have for any fan of the Chaos Space Marines!” – The Founding Fields

Treacheries of the Space Marines edited by Christian Dunn – Advance Review Part One [Lord of the Night]

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Lord of the Night reviews the first half of the Chaos Space Marine anthology Treacheries of the Space Marines featuring the authors Matthew Farrer, Sarah Cawkwell, David Annandale, Aaron Dembski-Bowden, Anthony Reynolds, Andy Smillie, Jonathan Green, Andy Hoare and John French.

“A darkly entertaining anthology that has its lows but many more highs. A must-have for any fan of the Chaos Space Marines!” – The Founding Fields

Marvel Civil War by Mark Millar – Comics Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the collected edition of the Marvel Civil War, one of the most defining recent events in the Marvel universe.

“Brutal. Menacing. Thoughtful. Surreal. Existential. This was a joyride to the depths of madness!” ~The Founding Fields

The Emperor’s Gift by Aaron Dembski-Bowden – Book Review [Bane of Kings]

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Bane of Kings writes a book review of The Emperor’s Gift by Aaron Dembski-Bowden, his first Grey Knight novel, published by Black Library and set in the Warhammer 40,000 Universe.

“Dembski-Bowden continues to impress. A fantastic storyline that sheds light on the First War for Armageddon and its aftermath. His best non-Chaos Space Marine novel yet.” ~The Founding Fields

Perfection by Nick Kyme – Advance Review [Lord of the Night]

Not quite sure which character that is, though I think its Apothecary Nefurion.

Lord of the Night reviews the gripping audio-drama Perfection by Nick Kyme, author of the Tome of Fire trilogy and Fall of Damnos.

“An enjoyable tale of mystery and decadence with a conclusion that is truly terrifying and unexpected.” – The Founding Fields

Chosen of Khorne by Anthony Reynolds – Advance Review [Lord of the Night]

He looks fearsome there, but just wait until he takes off his helmet.

Lord of the Night reviews the blood-soaked audio-drama Chosen of Khorne by Anthony Reynolds, author of the Word Bearers trilogy and the Bretonnian omnibus.

“A pulse-pounding and visceral adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat. Easily the best of Black Library’s audios.” – The Founding Fields

Sabbat Martyr by Dan Abnett – Review [EJ Davies]

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“After the events of Straight Silver, The Saint cycle comes to a close with Sabbat Martyr and the arrival of the Ghosts, and the Blood Pact to the world of Heredor.  EJ Davies, in his pursuit to complete the Ghosts saga before the year closes, gives his view.”

“Action, bloodshed, drama, character.  Outstanding Abnett reading.” ~ The Founding Fields.

Path of the Outcast by Gav Thorpe – Advance Review [Lord of the Night]

I do wish they'd gone for a full Ranger face-mask in the cover, it would have looked soo much cooler.

Lord of the Night reviews the thrilling conclusion to the Eldar Path trilogy, Path of the Outcast, by Gav Thorpe, author of The Sundering trilogy and Angels of Darkness.

“An exciting and revealing ride that journeys into the darker side of the Eldar race and brims with new lore and entertaining battles and characters all the way to the end.” – The Founding Fields

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