City of Miracles (The Divine Cities #3) by Robert Jackson Bennett
If Sigrud lived in this age, he definitely would have been a candidate for serious therapy to unpack everything he was feeling
In the Shadow of Lightning (Glass Immortals #1) by Brian McClellan
With his latest book, he’s clearly outdone his own freakishly scary-good standards. And, in years to come, he’ll be heralded as one of the very elite authors to have ever penned a letter in the genre.
The House of Shells by Efua Traore
As usual, I have nothing but praise for Efua’s writing. It’s easy to read, and you’re sure to stay glued to the story.
Beckoning of the Gate (The Väyllian Threads #1) by Benjamin J. Ryan
In the place of complex characters and elaborate settings, the author builds on the magic system and the world lore, both of which are done fairly well.
A Return to Westeros: Major Talking Points in House of the Dragon
A father pawning off his daughter and a king betraying his queen are just hors d’oeuvre to the main course ahead.
We Are The Dead (The Last War #1) by Mike Shackle
Since this is a war fantasy, many well-depicted fight scenes exist. The magic wasn’t well explained, but I still loved it
The City of Dusk (The Dark Gods #1) by Tara Sim
One of my most beloved things in the book was the characters. They’re brave, petulant, criminal, and amusing.
Illborn (The Illborn Saga #1) by Daniel T. Jackson
Religion takes front and center stage in this book. It was pretty interesting to explore how religious beliefs influence people’s behaviors, mindsets, and actions.
Never Die (Mortal Techniques #1) by Rob J. Hayes
If you’re looking for noble characters with a strong sense of right and wrong, happy endings, and damsels in distress, this book is not for you.
Lightblade (Lightblade Saga #1) by Zamil Akhtar
The organic development of Jyosh and the skills progression is indicative of a well-thought-out plot, especially how training can be completed in a Tel’aran’rhoid-like place.