The Dream Keeper really is a cracking novel. Mikey Brooks writes with passion and understanding, so much so that his characters come alive right off the page. I've rarely read a book so action-packed and spellbinding! Parker and Kaelyn's struggles to stop renegade Nightmare Fyren from turning the land of Dreams into a Nightmare's playground are compelling and exciting. Their journey from 9th grade Losers to fully rounded, self-aware teens is a theme that adds to the book's attraction. I love this book now - I wish I could have read it when I was 14!

This is a great book with some very well developed characters. The writing flows easily and is a pleasure to read. There's plenty of action and mystery, with the author drawing the reader forward with every scene. Sabrina is a character who is bound to attract followers. This is the first book in a series, and I'm sure readers will be keen to know how her story progresses. I would recommend this for YA readers and anyone who enjoys fantasy.

I found this book quite enchanting. Its opening chapter could possibly lead you to believe that this is just another "kid finds an old magic book and learns to be a wizard" type of tale, but you would be very wrong. Felicity's story is quite different. Galibrath's Will is a tale full of suspense and adventure as young Felicity finds herself caught up in serious sibling rivalry over the possession of Articulus - an extremely powerful and dangerous book. A book that calls slyly to Felicity, trying to convince her to set it free. Trapped by her desire to protect kind brother Galibrath's shop - The Wishing Shelf - from wicked brother Tantalus, Felicity battles giants, evil goblins, lumbering dorfmorons and dopey puffdolts. Aided by an elderly magic carpet (yes - they ARE real!) she travels to Eternus to find Kitta, charm maker and one-time sweetheart of Galibrath. Yet Tantalus has taken and hidden Galibrath's Will - so how can Felicity prove that The Wishing Shelf should not belong to Tantalus? When Tantalus holds an auction to sell Articulus, it becomes clear the book has ideas of its own as to who should own it, despite what is written in Galibrath's Will. Felicity knows she must track the book down before someone releases its evil potential.
With fast-flowing prose and wonderful humour, Galibrath's Will is one of those rare gems - a children's book that connects perfectly with adults and children alike. I can heartily recommend it.

I found much to enjoy in this urban fantasy/romance. The two MCs, Jade and Peter, are fully rounded characters and, despite being irresistibly bound as soulmates, are also distinctly separate entities. With a premise such as this, the temptation would be to make Jade and Peter two halves of the same nature, but Ms Cohen cleverly resists, to the benefit of the novel. The well defined characters are one of the book's strengths, as is the entirely credible dialogue. I also enjoyed Ms Cohen's twist on the nature of gods and goddesses. An absorbing and entertaining read, one which also contains some great action and some slightly erotic scenes.
I received an uncorrected galley for review but even so, I was impressed by the flow of the writing and cleanliness of the text. I would recommend this book to urban fantasy fans.

The Rise of the Champion shows promise both as a fantasy novel and as a tale of enlightenment. Written with great energy, the questing nature of main character Tal shines through with some force. It will be fascinating to see how he copes with the tasks his future inevitably holds.

The character development is excellent, as is the mix of characters. The author has a clear vision of her world and there are enough unique details in it to make it a bit different from other fantasy novels. The plot is clearly defined, and the action moves toward the resolution of that plot with no redundant scenes. This is Book I of a series, so the ending is left open.
I enjoyed this book and I'm sure other fantasy readers will too. However, I did feel the writing could be tightened, hence my rating of 3 stars.

I came to this book backwards, having read Book Two, Hazards of the Old Ones, first. I really enjoyed Hazards and wondered how it would be reading League when I already thought I knew the characters. Well, I have to say that I enjoyed League every bit as much as Hazards, and found it quite exciting learning more about the characters and the origins of their relationships. Some of the questions I had since reading Hazards were answered once I read League, and not always in the way I expected, which was great. Immersing myself once again in the world Ren Garcia created felt almost like coming home, which is the mark of a master-writer, and his prose and dialogue were as smooth and gripping as always. I guess I'm officially now a fan!

This is the story of Stepney Green, a boy who didn't have the easiest of lives. Saved by their young age from perishing at sea with the rest of their siblings, Step and his sister Tess are raised by an aunt. Tragically, Step loses his sister. His intense desire for vengeance takes him to the streets of London, where he is befriended by Long Gone Trev, a gypsy musician. Adopted by the policeman who finally finds him, Step Green embarks on an incredible journey through revenge, self and familial discovery, love, loss, prison sentences and finally, to self-knowledge and forgiveness.

This well-written and atmospheric tale will capture your imagination and bring Jenner's characters - and especially Step Green - vividly to life. Spanning decades and continents, `There is No Hiding Place' is a great read. I do have to mention that there are some errors within the text, but they should not be permitted to detract from what is a very readable and enjoyable book.

A fine tale of romance, trickery, misconception, murder, betrayal and rescue.

Sir Albin and Lecie's romance does not begin well, yet these two are surely destined to be together. However, Hamon, the tapster at the Wounded Stag Inn, is determined to take over the place when the current owner dies, and forcing Lecie to become his wife is a major part of his plan. It seems she will have little choice but to accede to his wishes. While Sir Albin, wounded by an unseen assailant, lies wracked by fever, Lecie faces the hangman's noose, accused of murder.

Candace C Bowen has produced another atmospheric and attention-grabbing tale, and there's the surprise but welcome reappearance of Bronwyn and Sir Euric.

Set within the sumptuous perils of King Henry Vlll's court and the downtrodden dangers of the bawdy houses of Old London Town, The Winchester Goose is a fascinating tale of love, betrayal, and the expectations and machinations of court life, coupled with the hand-to-mouth existence of the poor.

Two gently-born young ladies, Isabella and Evelyn Bourne, become ladies-in-waiting to King Henry's new queen, Anna of Cleves. Yet courtly life is not as easy and comfortable as it might appear. Their lives and their fate become inextricably linked with one Joanie Toogood, a Winchester Goose (or prostitute) who plies her trade in the stews on the other side of London Bridge.

This novel gives a fascinating insight into what life was like in Tudor times, both for the rich and the poor. Judith Arnopp's prose invokes the smell of the Thames, the cries of costermongers, and the stately strains of court music. You will also hear the thud of the headman's axe, and low whispers in dark corridors as secrets pass between court spies.

If you like your historical novels rich with lust, danger and drama then I can thoroughly recommend The Winchester Goose, the latest book by historical novelist Judith Arnopp.