Tag Archives: Female Protagonist

All Is Fair by Emma Newman – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the third and final novel in the Split Worlds trilogy.

“Another great read set in the Split Worlds which provides closure to many of the subplots that have run through the trilogy, and is as enjoyable a read as the previous two novels.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

Exclusive Cover Reveal: Blades of The Old Empire by Anna Kashina (Angry Robot)

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Shadowhawk takes a look at the cover for the upcoming debut novel by author Anna Kashina, published by Angry Robot Books.

“Another fantastic cover from Angry Robot that takes its place alongside the other great covers that the publisher has put out over the last two years. Artist Alejandro Colucci has definitely delivered on this one.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

Fortune’s Pawn by Rachel Bach – Advance Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the first novel in a new series by Rachel Aaron, writing as Rachel Bach, as she tackles military space opera after her popular Eli Monpress adventure fantasy series.

“Its not often I get to use the words stunning and spectacular and superb all in the same sentence for a novel, but Fortune’s Pawn is a novel that deserves all those epithets and more. Its a fantastic tale that reminded me often of the old style of space opera, the fun-loving adventure kind that doesn’t take itself too seriously and focuses on the fun above all else.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

Hellfire by Jean Johnson – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk takes a look at the third Theirs Not To Reason Why military science fiction series from Jean Johnson.

“With all the setup over, we now move into the opening skirmishes of the new Salik War, and Ia returns with full force at the helm of a story that is both highly entertaining and extremely involving in equal measure.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

Any Other Name by Emma Newman – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the second novel in the Split Worlds urban fantasy series from Angry Robot Books.

“A wild, wild ride filled with charm, a lot of fun, a cheeky bit of cake, and a spot of mild peril.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

Cold Steel by Kate Elliott – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the third and final novel in the Spiritwalker series.

“A super intense and exciting conclusion to one of the finest fantasy trilogies I’ve read.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

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Cold Fire by Kate Elliott – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk takes a look at the second Spiritwalker novel from Kate Elliott, published by Orbit Books.

“An extra special sequel that takes the characters to new places and through new adventures, this book has my seal of awesome on it.” ~Shadowhawk, The Founding Fields

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An Officer’s Duty by Jean Johnson – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the second novel in the Theirs Not To Reason Why hard military SF series from Ace/Roc Books.

“I expected this book to be better than the first one, sure. I didn’t expect it to be so damn amazing.” ~Shadowhawk

Cold Magic by Kate Elliott – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the first book of the Spiritwalker trilogy.

“An intense novel with some likable characters, but often very slow, Cold Magic has something for everybody and is also a great example of some superb world-building.” ~The Founding Fields

A Soldier’s Duty by Jean Johnson – Book Review [Shadowhawk]

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Shadowhawk reviews the first novel in the Theirs Not To Reason Why hard military SF series.

“This is military science fiction at its best, filled to the brim with some excellent action scenes and a heavy dose of military jargon, rounded off with an excellent protagonist and a great narrative. A must-read.” ~The Founding Fields