The Grace Designs Mysteries are gentle, character driven cosy mysteries with a historical flavour and a light fantasy touch. They shine through their protagonist, their sewing room setting, and their…
This is one of those rare trilogies where each book strengthens the others. Taken together, they form something layered and resonant, a story that stays with you long after the…
Hello Factioneers! Welcome to our best of list for 2025! These are the best fantasy and science fiction books that came out in 2025 as picked by our readers, group…
I found myself laughing, or on the edge of my seat more than once as I followed Kate and her friends through their triumphs and failures. The blend of humour,…
Steve McHugh delivers big, explosive action, sharp banter, and a cast you want to spend time with even when everything is falling apart around them. A Murder of Crows is…
It is dark, emotional, sometimes brutal, but also full of heart. It is the kind of story that reminds you that people are rarely just one thing, and that sometimes…
Demon is not a comfortable read, nor is it meant to be. It is harsh, bloody, and morally thorny, but if you are already invested in this world, it is…
... a moody, character-driven urban fantasy with a capable, sarcastic protagonist and a city full of strange, broken, and dangerous inhabitants. It’s a story that is clever, darkly funny at…
The magic is inventive, the stakes are high, and power comes at a cost. With fast learning curves, a ruthless magical society, and a protagonist who must match wit with…
To celebrate the release of The Silencing of the North by GR Matthews on January 29, we are doing a giveaway. But we are not doing it the boring way,…
... an entertaining, energetic read. It’s packed with humor, messy characters, clever schemes, and just enough danger to keep you turning pages.
The Threadlight series may stumble a bit at the start, but it grows stronger with every book, delivering engaging characters, an intriguing world, and a satisfying conclusion.
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