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Best for readers ages 13–18—and beyond!

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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Hints at Redemption from Postmodern Pain

‘Star Trek: Picard’ Resists Alien Assimilation to Boldly Celebrate Heroes and Family

Yes, The Twilight Saga Vampires Are Scary—But For All the Wrong Reasons

Find Light in Darkness With These Six Christian Paranormal Thrillers

The Promise of Deception

“Jessica Sly’s The Promise of Deception blends murder mystery and historical fiction with a dash of the supernatural, with a compelling lively heroine and sharply drawn villain.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2022

Dream of Kings

“Sharon Hinck’s novel Dream of Kings fantastically reimagines the biblical Joseph narrative, drawing readers into a vivid world of political intrigue and faith struggles.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2022

Behold God’s Providence in ‘The Hobbit’

Wishes

“Surprising twists and complex relationships grant Brittany Eden’s Wishes a fulfilling and fast-paced read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

Behold God’s Providence in ‘Beowulf’

The Deliverer

“Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

How to Discern ‘Honest’ Christian Fiction Without Embracing Darkness

The Change

“Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

Immortal Guardian

“Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

How I Masked My Mental Health with Costume Design

Rose Petals and Snowflakes

“Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Christian-Made Fantasy Can Shine Light in the Grimdark

The Choice

“Bradley Caffee’s tight prose makes The Choice a quick Empire Strikes Back–style dystopian sequel that is difficult to resist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Blood Secrets

“Blood Secrets charts a satisfying conclusion to the Skyworld duology, with dashing prose that draws readers into this world of steam and mystery.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

Jabberwock’s Curse

“In Jabberwock’s Curse, R.V. Bowman blends different elements from Lewis Carroll’s classic into a quick-paced coming-of age story whose three heroes must learn who they were created to be.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Governess of Greenmere

“Obscure Arthurian and Celtic references blend with biblical imagery and high heroism in this brief yet old-souled story.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Wonderland Trials

“Although indebted to a classic, The Wonderland Trials is inventive and colorful in its own right, abundantly able to charm and to intrigue.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Rise of the Earthborn

“Societal intrigue plus steampunk flair and a dash of romance help make Emma Buenen’s Rise of the Earthborn a solid extra-biblical adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Elite

“Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

My Brother’s Keeper

“In My Brother’s Keeper, David Wright presents a classic fantasy novel obliquely tied to the legends of King Arthur.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Lost Bits

“Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Clawing Free

“Clawing Free is an absorbing tale that seamlessly joins modernity and myth.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

How Spider-Man Saved My Marriage Before It Even Began

Vivid

“Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Found Family Stories Can Reflect Christ’s Redemption in Reality and Fiction

Abort

“With vivid characters, compelling world, and serious questions, C. D. Hulen’s Abort fulfills its directive for an engaging sci-fi read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Sensual Scenes in Fiction Pose Unique Temptations for Women

Maxine Justice: Galactic Attorney

“John Grisham meets Galaxy Quest in Daniel Schwabauer’s whimsy-gilded sci-fi tale, featuring robot judges, secretive aliens, and a truly flawed human heroine.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

‘Encanto’ Shows Legalism’s Ruin and God’s Gift of Grace

Stealing Embers

“This well-told tale grabs the reader’s attention with romantic tension and action that swoops in from the start and rushes unyielding to the very last page. ”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Truesilver

“Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Reformed

“Humor and slow-burn romance balance out intrigue, high-stakes heroics, and emotional character moments to launch this series-opener up, up, and away.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Mordizan

“Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Forsaken Island

“Sharon Hinck skillfully dances through competing storylines of witnessing, spiritual doubts, coping with a life-altering disability, and exploring a new world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

‘The Seventh Sun’ Reflects Our Need for Relatable Non-Christian Characters

Amazon ‘Rings of Power’ Promos Threaten to Burn Middle-Earth in the Fires of Industry

God Used ‘Adventures in Odyssey’ to Shape My Life Beyond Childhood

The Undine’s Tear

“Calandra’s spiritual struggles and eventual awakening bring true hardship and loss, pointing to greater hope across the horizon in sequels to this rip-roaring read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Oathbound

“This tale of oaths and bonds steers an exciting voyage through dangerous waters. Secrets and ambition lurk at every turn, and sins bring real consequences.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Jill’s and Eustace’s Journey to ‘The Silver Chair’ Taught Me Faith and Obedience

The Green Ember

“S. D. Smith’s fantasy The Green Ember, book 1 of the Green Ember series, presents a surprisingly earnest epic about small creatures drawn into big spiritual ideas.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Of Fire and Ash

“Ceridwen’s repeated volatile actions and battle crescendos may threaten to overrun this kingdom, yet the Fireborn Epic’s first book also benefits from two side trails.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Shadow

“Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Prodigy Prince

“In Prodigy Prince, Natasha Sapienza builds a complex and rich fantasy world that explores friendship and sacrifice through allegory.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Théoden King From ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Shows How We Live In A World of Loss

Recorder

“Cathy McCrumb handles heavy subjects with a light touch, keeping the novel from grimness. Recorder is a creative and engaging novel that will appeal to a broad audience.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

Duke Leto Also Shows How Christians Can Practice Shrewd Wisdom in a Hostile World

Princess of Shadows

“Stirred by sustained tension, quiet humor, and a bit of snark, Princess of Shadows rouses readers and keeps them wide-eyed in this ancient Greece–inspired world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

The Bear of Rosethorn Ring

“The Bear of Rosethorn Ring’s quirky players cast their spell through the magic of forgiveness, applying unique twists and new thrills to old routines.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Joining Lewis’s ‘Voyage of the Dawn Treader’ Taught Me How to Sail for Aslan’s Country

Try These Three Practical Questions to Discern Fictional Magic

The Chase

“Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Power On

“H. L. Burke’s Power On lights up an enjoyable superhero world, charging quickly toward themes of a man’s responsibility to himself and others.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Great Books Were Not Meant to Be Read Alone

Wolf Soldier

“Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

Don’t Let Halloween Flippancy Distract You From Real Horrors and Promises

Read My Eight Favorite Spooky Stories Suitable for Your Church’s Harvest Festival

The Pirate Princess

“K. R. Martin darts between a love story and political intrigue, until The Pirate Princess parries and lunges into a perfect conclusion.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

Why ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Can’t Deliver Holiday Joys

Crown and Creed

“Laura VanArendonk Baugh’s saga deepens political and romantic intrigues among a richly unique fantasy world and compelling cast of characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

Ignite

“Ignite balances superhero action with deep questions about prejudice and responsibility in a complex, challenging world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Keep the Parallel World Speculations to Stories

Wraithwood

“This tale of wizards battling between our world and a parallel one conjures an enjoyable reading experience.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Yes, Stories Should Help Heal You, the Reader

Why Boromir Failed Gondor, Yet Died a Hero

Apprentice

“Common dystopian themes quickly grow beyond clichés in this thrilling search for truth and the meaning of reality.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

The Seventh Sun

“Law and grace collide like elemental powers in this rich tale, whose author keeps taut yet luxuriant focus on mythology and setting.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Secrets in the Mist

“Treasure hunts and zombies sail smoothly in the skies of this post-apocalyptic world, raising natural questions about why such horrors and miseries exist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2021

Fractures

“Jason Joyner’s second superhero tale Fractures offers a deft combination of action, spiritual themes, and the tribulations of growing up.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2021

Paranormal Romance Can Reflect Man’s Evil and God’s Grace

The Dying of the Light

“Amid a sprawling and realistic cast, Mirriam Neal keeps myriad story threads taut in this first epic installment of the Brotherhood of the Moon series.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

The Winter King

“Christine Cohen’s The Winter King is everything a fantasy lover wants: adventure, political intrigue, and a little bit of romance … this story is a must-read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

Strays

“Remy Wilkins’s Strays joins spiritual warfare with a coming-of-age tale set in small-town America … an unexpected and intriguing fusion of spiritual war and childhood’s end.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

Penance

“Penance by Paula Richey and Thomas Plutarch mixes superheroes and aliens for a lively, heartfelt sci-fi tale built with engaging characters in a vivid world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

Cinderella Spell

“In Laurie Lee’s dark fairy tale retelling Cinderella Spell, Cinderella is more than she seems, and true love doesn’t lie where you think.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

‘Thor’ Hammers Home the Story of Two Prodigal Norse Gods

(Sponsored Review) Seed: Judgment

“Joshua David’s Seed: Judgment marries The Thing, Resident Evil, and Mad Max to generate a post-apocalyptic tale of frenetic intensity.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

Flagging the Cheap Grace of Marvel’s ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’

Salvare’s Mountain

“In Salvare’s Mountain, D. P. Rowell creates a fantasy shaded with allegory and anarchic worldbuilding.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Hunter’s Moon

“Sarah M. Awa’s howlingly intense drama Hunter’s Moon is perfect for young adults who enjoy plot-driven stories and horror genres.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall: Did Snow White Consent After All?

The Land of the Purple Ring

“Deborah J. Natelson’s The Land of the Purple Ring is a delightful romp through wordplay and half-sketched puns.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Lovely People

“Minna Sundberg’s short graphic novel celebrates adorable bunnies and the full gospel while warning against modern consumerism and moralistic surveillance.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Operation Grendel

“With terse prose and hairpin twists, Daniel Schwabauer’s galactic noir Operation Grendel sizzles through the circuits of the human soul.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

How Fantasy Books Help Us Recover Reality

Heart of the Curiosity

“Biblical themes dazzle and heroines must heal from harm throughout the wonders of H. L. Burke’s The Heart of the Curiosity.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

I Can’t Wait to Borrow Books from New Earth’s Library

How Reading Epic Fantasy Helps Me Be Brave

All the Queen’s Sons

“All The Queen’s Sons from Elizabeth Kipps will delight both young and old fans of level-headed girls, charming princes, and lovely lands.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

The PRISM Conspiracy

“Mary Schlegel’s gentle sci-fi The PRISM Conspiracy offers an attractive blend of possibility and sweet romance.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

Why We Long for Movies to Match Their Books

Songflight

“Songflight by Michelle M. Bruhn tells the gripping story of dragon singer Alísa, and is best for lovers of fantasy and dragons.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

Meet Your Family’s Next Favorite Film: Kiki’s Delivery Service

Moonscript

“In Moonscript, H. S. J. Williams creates a classic fantasy and deeply weaves strong spiritual element into the world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

No, Stories Should Not ‘Wreck You, the Reader’

Nomad

“R. J. Anderson’s fantasy Nomad is a rollicking read with fascinating conflicts and plot twists.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

Legend of the Storm Sneezer

“Teen readers fond of lengthy, lighthearted ghost-and-zombie tales will enjoy Legend of the Storm Sneezer by Kristiana Sfirlea.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

My Novel ‘The Mermaid’s Sister’ Arose from True Depths of Mourning

The Icarus Aftermath

“Arielle M. Bailey’s The Icarus Aftermath spins a golden yarn of vivid characters and gripping emotion, set in a world ripe for exploration.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

Gretchen and the Bear

“Carrie Anne Noble’s delightful fantasy/sci-fi mashup Gretchen and the Bear defies every expectation.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

The Mandalorian is a Religious Fundamentalist, and Here’s Why That’s Awesome

Torch

“Torch blazes a solid conclusion to the series’ themes of just leadership and racial reconciliation among fairy folk.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

How A Year Without Superhero Films Rebooted Our Universe

Flight of the Raven

“Exciting twists make Morgan L. Busse’s Flight of the Raven, book 2 of the Ravenwood Saga, a very enjoyable read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

‘One Piece’ Manga Reaches Chapter 1000: How Did This Pirate Become King?

The Eternal Struggle

“Esther Wallace’s novel The Eternal Struggle forms a dark sequel that brings hero and heroine into close fellowship with loss and brutality.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Dark is the Night

“Mirriam Neal’s vampire novel Dark is the Night keeps the punches and the fangs rolling.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Wonder Woman 1984 v. Disneyfied Imagination: A Spoiler-Filled Defense

Blood and Bond

“This book is brilliant and engaging, expanding on the series’ world and characters while building its own plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Labyrinth of Shadows

“Inspired by Greek myths, Kyla Stone’s Labyrinth of Shadows tells its own story with cleverness and breathless suspense.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Swift

“This little novel packs big twists and turns that will keep readers engaged all the way through the end.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Daughter of Lightning

“Daughter of Lightning is a fun adventure that promises to branch into an electric epic as the Dragon and Storm series continues.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Swimmer

“Those who dive in will find Avily Jerome’s novel Swimmer an absorbing, dark-edged fairy tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Fire Dancer

“Fire Dancer is a brilliantly written story full of emotion and action that will have readers blazing through the pages.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Featured Review: Seventh City

“Good heroes live in Emily Hayse’s Arctic-flavored fantasy.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Bane of Ashkarith

“Bane of Ashkarith gives glimpses of this unique secondary world that prove intricate and compelling.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Dust

“Nothing is as it seems, and wishing on stars will get her nowhere in this delightfully twisted sequel to a classic.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2020

(Sponsored Review) The Light Unbound

“Ambitious in scope and relentless in speed, this novel concludes C. S. Wachter’s saga on a high note.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Heartmender

“V. Romas Burton’s Heartmender pumps new blood into the classic good-versus-evil paradigm by way of the classic Seven Deadly Sins.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Mortal Sight

“With frequent references to Milton, Mortal Sight is a promising beginning to an intriguing series.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

(Sponsored Review) A Shattered World

“This is the Puritan space colonization epic you never knew you needed.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Jordan’s Arrow

“Jordan’s Arrow is a good follow-up to the first story, showing Jordan’s growth and struggles in her new world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Emberhawk

“Jamie Foley’s worldbuilding is astounding . . . layers of plot and various twists make this a book readers won’t want to put down.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Sorrowfish

“A twist to the familiar notion of secret passages between our humdrum world and a magical world . . . Sorrowfish is a creative, empathetic fantasy.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Airfoil: Origins

“Evil villains, family struggles, and a dynamic arch-nemesis make this superhero story a fast-paced and engaging read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020

Discerning the ‘Girls with Swords’ Trope

The Story Hunter

“Danger, intrigue, and unforeseen twists make The Story Hunter an entirely satisfying conclusion to the Weaver Trilogy series.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2020

Rescue

“The first book in F. E. Greene’s By Eyes Unseen fantasy series introduces fascinating and even atypical characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2020

Firebird

“Tyers deftly describes other worlds, adding color to landscapes and intensity to emotions … a fantastic find for Christian fans and beyond.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2020

The Lord of the Rings

“J. R. R. Tolkien’s genre-defining novel bestrides an epic fantasy world as deep as it is wide.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2020

The Chronicles of Narnia

“By humbling ourselves as little children, we are better placed to gaze up into Aslan’s not-tame eyes and golden mane.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2020

(Sponsored Review) Remnant

“Daniel Peyton’s sci-fi simplifies complex themes while raising important challenges to faith.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2020

Wilding

“L. A. Smith’s historical fantasy Wilding offers a lively journey through the foreign world of ancient Europe and the wild world of the Fey.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

Tinsel in a Tangle

“Laurie Germaine’s Tinsel in a Tangle is a nice and enjoyable young-adult holiday romance set in a fanciful version of Santa’s town.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

Mouse

“Mouse is an intriguing adventure whose characters draw in readers, with a complex world that promises to become even more rich and vibrant as the series continues.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

Masque

“Utterly delightful with every page, W. R. Gingell’s Masque is so light on its feet that readers won’t want the dance to end.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

The Heir of Ariad

“In The Heir of Ariad, Niki Florica crafts an archetypal fantasy with chosen heroes, strange creatures, and quests that carry the fate of the world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

The Darkened Land

“Larry Paris’s novel is an ambitious work, filled with heroes battling various grotesque monsters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

The Book of Secrets

“M. L. Little’s The Book of Secrets imagines fantasy that hovers in a sci-fi setting, playing with magic in industrialized societies and alternate dimensions.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

Blood Traitors

“Stella Dorthwany’s Blood Traitors brings cousins Cora and Faryn back home to the capital, where nonstop action and intrigue swiftly ensue.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

Jordan’s World

“Jordan’s World provides engaging escapism with a cast of likable characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2019

The Treasure of Capric

“With The Treasure of Capric, Brandon M. Wilborn blends Brother Cadfael with Prince Caspian to conjure a complex, lived-in world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

The Story Raider

“More adventure, higher stakes, and betrayal at every turn make Lindsay A. Franklin’s fantasy The Story Raider a sequel that exceeds expectations.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

Shard & Shield

“Laura VanArendonk Baugh’s Shard & Shield will intrigue readers with its world-building and complex relationships.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

Romanov

“Wrapping history in layers of humanity and magic, Nadine Brandes’s Romanov brings the captivating story of Anastasia to life in a new and vivid way.””
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

Prelude and Abduction: in A Minor

“Prelude and Abduction: in A Minor strikes up a distinctive melody in the key of Star Wars by providing music-based powers to alien races in conflict.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

The Alien’s Daughter

“The Alien’s Daughter presents an intriguing take on how an alien could blend in with earthlings.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

(Sponsored Review) The Flame of Telbyrin

“Our elven heroes prove charming, and the narrative burns hot and quick.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

Sex in the Story: How Far is Too Far?

(Sponsored Review) Oath of the Outcast

““Oath of the Outcast bursts with brawn and brains, providing plenty of action.””
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2019

Valiant

“Once this story ramps up, it’s a thrilling read, with plenty of unexpected twists, a surprise ending, and pressing questions that demand a sequel.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

Tranquility

“In the human world of Christa Conklin’s Tranquility, conflict and tension defer to the pleasantries of picnics with fairies and merfolk.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

Speed of Sight

“In Speed of Sight, C. R. Flamingbush presents a fun concept—comic book stories within Pete’s comic-book-style story, like plays within a play.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The Savage War

“With The Savage War, Esther Wallace spins a tale that balances moral conviction with moral complexity.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The Hidden Queen

“Janelle Garrett’s romantic yet political fantasy The Hidden Queen turns out to be a smart story.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The 49th Mystic

“In The 49th Mystic, Ted Dekker overhauls Other Earth with an adventure that’s part The Village, part Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The Caves of Fire

“Can a slave say no? Fee and Daniel struggle with decisions as fully formed characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The Bachelor Missions

“Jes Drew’s The Bachelor Missions follows our hero, Kristian Clark, through three separate but connected espionage adventures with plenty of romantic difficulties.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

Armor of Aletheia

“Ralene Burke’s Armor of Aletheia gives readers classic fantasy suffused with spirituality.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2019

The Story Peddler

“This story spins a perfect array of delightful characters living with complex magical abilities in a truly unique world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2019

For Us Humans

“This adventure morphs into a complex fusion of intergalactic conspiracy, prejudice erasure, redemption narrative, and call to personal revival.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2019

Eilinland: Through the Wall

“Eilinland: Through the Wall serves a light, entertaining read, with good thematic substance to accompany the fun.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2019

Featured Review: The Line Between

“Tosca Lee’s thriller quests toward truth among apocalyptic madness.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2019

Roundtable: Engaging Fictional Violence in Our Real Worlds

Popular Fantasy Chases the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Finding Truth in Science Fiction

Christian Geeks, Rejoice In Your Strange Gifts

Sand and Storm

“This book is a delightful read, with a unique and well-developed magic system, engaging characters, and a thrilling plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

The Rejected Princess

“With The Rejected Princess, Katie Clark has fashioned a cozy political thriller braided with thoughtful ambiguity and adorned with romance.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Hideous Beauty

“Hideous Beauty strives to (very) graphically illustrate the war of dark versus light waged unseen by mere mortals.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Flower

“H. L. Burke’s clever twists keep the story fresh while still delivering on classic premises.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Fairest Son

“H. S. J. Williams’ novella Fairest Son contains familiar echoes: seven “dwarves,” a poison apple, a poem of prophecy. But the story is unique.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

The Electrical Menagerie

“Magicians’ rivalries are backlit by murder, and the characters, scenery, and action are so well-drawn.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Child of the Kaites

“With well-realized characterization, the overall narrative flies like a thematic arrow toward the real-life account of God freeing his people from Egypt.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Featured Review: Enclave

“After America falls, white-hat heroes work for a better world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2018

Launch

“The story inhabits its youthful, modern world with conviction. Fun and never airy, Launch offers a good ride.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

The Last Runner

“Imagination dashes back in with the strange and even horrifying creatures intent on getting their hands, teeth, or claws on Eric.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Kristian’s War

“The writing is terse and focused on characters’ actions, making for a quick and enjoyable read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Keeper of Shadows

“Bridgett Powers creates something unusual in fantasy: a heroine who, physically damaged to the point of disability, can fight only through spiritual strength.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Coiled

“H. L. Burke weaves faux-mythology and complex characterization into a narrative that slithers along at a brisk clip.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Blessings and Trials

“Blessings and Trials spans a large and fascinating world filled with angels, either exiled from heaven or sent from heaven to help mankind.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Featured Review: Mark of the Raven

“Those who walk in dreams wield great power to inspire—or destroy.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

The Secret Identity of Christian Geeks

Werewolf Tales Reveal the Beast Inside

(Sponsored Review) Affinity

“Affinity is a creative and original play on old concepts, and if you’re willing to take the ride, you’ll find it goes places.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

The Gevaudan Project

“A. K. Preston has spliced together a bone-hard, near-future sci-fi in the tradition of Michael Crichton.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Experiment 93

“Good storytelling mechanics … serves a light and enjoyable read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

Castaways

“A memorable and entertaining tone … younger readers will take delight in this light, sweet tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2018

How to Become a Spiritually Leveled-Up Christian Geek

Wolf of the Tesseract

“A rapid start in divergent universes … Wolf of the Tesseract is a satisfying adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

The Unlikely Intrusion of Adams Klein

“This is a fun, engaging adventure with fantastic worlds and action.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

The Rise of Aredor

“Claire M. Banschbach spins an enjoyable, worthwhile adventure of wartime courage.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

Featured Review: Fawkes

“Guy Fawkes’s 1605 gunpowder plot gets a color-magical twist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

The Remnant

“The Remnant spins a future of well-meaning tyranny sure to help readers ponder the threat of potential real-world dystopia.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

The Lightningfall

“Steve Rzasa’s sequel is best for older teens and adults seeking a swashbuckling sword-and-sorcery spectacle.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

The Bloodheart

“Rzasa’s first-person, present-tense delivery proves surprisingly versatile.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

Masters and Beginners

“Daley Downing blends the traditional Faerie mythology with biblical ideas of angels, Nephilim, and the war in heaven.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2018

(Sponsored Review) The Tremblers

“Crack open this rip-roaring tale of post-apocalyptic steampunk peril. ”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

Frayed

“This slow-burning psychological drama holds rich rewards for those who unravel its thematic threads.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

For Steam and Country

“Jon Del Arroz’s For Steam and Country constructs a world of escapades, mystery, and heroism.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

Breakwater

“Readers looking for a quick, pleasant read will find that this book swims well.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

The Beast of Talesend

“Kyle Robert Shultz creates an enchanting story world grounded in familiarity yet saturated with fairy-tale qualities.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

RotoVegas

“The sense of place is lovingly grounded, and the style flows like water.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

Dongeng

“Author Anna Tan creates a beautiful multicultural world for Dongeng, weaving in characters from traditions both familiar and foreign.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

Orphan’s Song

“Gillian Bronte Adams draws us into a classic medieval fantasy setting populated with archetypes that somehow feel fresh and vigorous.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

The Songweaver’s Vow

“Laura VanArendonk Baugh masterfully draws on legends and myths both familiar and obscure to create a world that is all too similar to our own.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2018

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The Promise of Deception “Jessica Sly’s The Promise of Deception blends murder mystery and historical fiction with a dash of the supernatural, with a compelling lively heroine and sharply drawn villain.” —Lorehaven review, October 2022

Dream of Kings “Sharon Hinck’s novel Dream of Kings fantastically reimagines the biblical Joseph narrative, drawing readers into a vivid world of political intrigue and faith struggles.” —Lorehaven review, October 2022

Wishes “Surprising twists and complex relationships grant Brittany Eden’s Wishes a fulfilling and fast-paced read.” —Lorehaven review, September 2022

The Deliverer “Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.” —Lorehaven review, September 2022

The Change “Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.” —Lorehaven review, September 2022

Immortal Guardian “Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes “Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

The Choice “Bradley Caffee’s tight prose makes The Choice a quick Empire Strikes Back–style dystopian sequel that is difficult to resist.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

Blood Secrets “Blood Secrets charts a satisfying conclusion to the Skyworld duology, with dashing prose that draws readers into this world of steam and mystery.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

Jabberwock’s Curse “In Jabberwock’s Curse, R.V. Bowman blends different elements from Lewis Carroll’s classic into a quick-paced coming-of age story whose three heroes must learn who they were created to be.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

The Governess of Greenmere “Obscure Arthurian and Celtic references blend with biblical imagery and high heroism in this brief yet old-souled story.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

The Wonderland Trials “Although indebted to a classic, The Wonderland Trials is inventive and colorful in its own right, abundantly able to charm and to intrigue.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Rise of the Earthborn “Societal intrigue plus steampunk flair and a dash of romance help make Emma Buenen’s Rise of the Earthborn a solid extra-biblical adventure.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Elite “Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

My Brother’s Keeper “In My Brother’s Keeper, David Wright presents a classic fantasy novel obliquely tied to the legends of King Arthur.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Lost Bits “Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Clawing Free “Clawing Free is an absorbing tale that seamlessly joins modernity and myth.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Vivid “Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Abort “With vivid characters, compelling world, and serious questions, C. D. Hulen’s Abort fulfills its directive for an engaging sci-fi read.” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Maxine Justice: Galactic Attorney “John Grisham meets Galaxy Quest in Daniel Schwabauer’s whimsy-gilded sci-fi tale, featuring robot judges, secretive aliens, and a truly flawed human heroine.” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Stealing Embers “This well-told tale grabs the reader’s attention with romantic tension and action that swoops in from the start and rushes unyielding to the very last page. ” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Truesilver “Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Reformed “Humor and slow-burn romance balance out intrigue, high-stakes heroics, and emotional character moments to launch this series-opener up, up, and away.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Mordizan “Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Forsaken Island “Sharon Hinck skillfully dances through competing storylines of witnessing, spiritual doubts, coping with a life-altering disability, and exploring a new world.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

The Undine’s Tear “Calandra’s spiritual struggles and eventual awakening bring true hardship and loss, pointing to greater hope across the horizon in sequels to this rip-roaring read.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

Oathbound “This tale of oaths and bonds steers an exciting voyage through dangerous waters. Secrets and ambition lurk at every turn, and sins bring real consequences.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

The Green Ember “S. D. Smith’s fantasy The Green Ember, book 1 of the Green Ember series, presents a surprisingly earnest epic about small creatures drawn into big spiritual ideas.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

Of Fire and Ash “Ceridwen’s repeated volatile actions and battle crescendos may threaten to overrun this kingdom, yet the Fireborn Epic’s first book also benefits from two side trails.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Shadow “Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Prodigy Prince “In Prodigy Prince, Natasha Sapienza builds a complex and rich fantasy world that explores friendship and sacrifice through allegory.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Recorder “Cathy McCrumb handles heavy subjects with a light touch, keeping the novel from grimness. Recorder is a creative and engaging novel that will appeal to a broad audience.” —Lorehaven review, December 2021

Princess of Shadows “Stirred by sustained tension, quiet humor, and a bit of snark, Princess of Shadows rouses readers and keeps them wide-eyed in this ancient Greece–inspired world.” —Lorehaven review, December 2021

The Bear of Rosethorn Ring “The Bear of Rosethorn Ring’s quirky players cast their spell through the magic of forgiveness, applying unique twists and new thrills to old routines.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

The Chase “Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

Power On “H. L. Burke’s Power On lights up an enjoyable superhero world, charging quickly toward themes of a man’s responsibility to himself and others.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

Wolf Soldier “Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.” —Lorehaven review, October 2021

The Pirate Princess “K. R. Martin darts between a love story and political intrigue, until The Pirate Princess parries and lunges into a perfect conclusion.” —Lorehaven review, October 2021

Crown and Creed “Laura VanArendonk Baugh’s saga deepens political and romantic intrigues among a richly unique fantasy world and compelling cast of characters.” —Lorehaven review, October 2021

Ignite “Ignite balances superhero action with deep questions about prejudice and responsibility in a complex, challenging world.” —Lorehaven review, September 2021

Wraithwood “This tale of wizards battling between our world and a parallel one conjures an enjoyable reading experience.” —Lorehaven review, September 2021

Apprentice “Common dystopian themes quickly grow beyond clichés in this thrilling search for truth and the meaning of reality.” —Lorehaven review, September 2021

The Seventh Sun “Law and grace collide like elemental powers in this rich tale, whose author keeps taut yet luxuriant focus on mythology and setting.” —Lorehaven review, September 2021

Secrets in the Mist “Treasure hunts and zombies sail smoothly in the skies of this post-apocalyptic world, raising natural questions about why such horrors and miseries exist.” —Lorehaven review, August 2021

Fractures “Jason Joyner’s second superhero tale Fractures offers a deft combination of action, spiritual themes, and the tribulations of growing up.” —Lorehaven review, August 2021

The Dying of the Light “Amid a sprawling and realistic cast, Mirriam Neal keeps myriad story threads taut in this first epic installment of the Brotherhood of the Moon series.” —Lorehaven review, July 2021

The Winter King “Christine Cohen’s The Winter King is everything a fantasy lover wants: adventure, political intrigue, and a little bit of romance … this story is a must-read.” —Lorehaven review, July 2021

Strays “Remy Wilkins’s Strays joins spiritual warfare with a coming-of-age tale set in small-town America … an unexpected and intriguing fusion of spiritual war and childhood’s end.” —Lorehaven review, July 2021

Penance “Penance by Paula Richey and Thomas Plutarch mixes superheroes and aliens for a lively, heartfelt sci-fi tale built with engaging characters in a vivid world.” —Lorehaven review, June 2021

Cinderella Spell “In Laurie Lee’s dark fairy tale retelling Cinderella Spell, Cinderella is more than she seems, and true love doesn’t lie where you think.” —Lorehaven review, June 2021

(Sponsored Review) Seed: Judgment “Joshua David’s Seed: Judgment marries The Thing, Resident Evil, and Mad Max to generate a post-apocalyptic tale of frenetic intensity.” —Lorehaven review, June 2021

Salvare’s Mountain “In Salvare’s Mountain, D. P. Rowell creates a fantasy shaded with allegory and anarchic worldbuilding.” —Lorehaven review, May 2021

Hunter’s Moon “Sarah M. Awa’s howlingly intense drama Hunter’s Moon is perfect for young adults who enjoy plot-driven stories and horror genres.” —Lorehaven review, May 2021

The Land of the Purple Ring “Deborah J. Natelson’s The Land of the Purple Ring is a delightful romp through wordplay and half-sketched puns.” —Lorehaven review, May 2021

Lovely People “Minna Sundberg’s short graphic novel celebrates adorable bunnies and the full gospel while warning against modern consumerism and moralistic surveillance.” —Lorehaven review, May 2021

Operation Grendel “With terse prose and hairpin twists, Daniel Schwabauer’s galactic noir Operation Grendel sizzles through the circuits of the human soul.” —Lorehaven review, April 2021

Heart of the Curiosity “Biblical themes dazzle and heroines must heal from harm throughout the wonders of H. L. Burke’s The Heart of the Curiosity.” —Lorehaven review, April 2021

All the Queen’s Sons “All The Queen’s Sons from Elizabeth Kipps will delight both young and old fans of level-headed girls, charming princes, and lovely lands.” —Lorehaven review, April 2021

The PRISM Conspiracy “Mary Schlegel’s gentle sci-fi The PRISM Conspiracy offers an attractive blend of possibility and sweet romance.” —Lorehaven review, April 2021

Songflight “Songflight by Michelle M. Bruhn tells the gripping story of dragon singer Alísa, and is best for lovers of fantasy and dragons.” —Lorehaven review, March 2021

Moonscript “In Moonscript, H. S. J. Williams creates a classic fantasy and deeply weaves strong spiritual element into the world.” —Lorehaven review, March 2021

Nomad “R. J. Anderson’s fantasy Nomad is a rollicking read with fascinating conflicts and plot twists.” —Lorehaven review, March 2021

Legend of the Storm Sneezer “Teen readers fond of lengthy, lighthearted ghost-and-zombie tales will enjoy Legend of the Storm Sneezer by Kristiana Sfirlea.” —Lorehaven review, March 2021

The Icarus Aftermath “Arielle M. Bailey’s The Icarus Aftermath spins a golden yarn of vivid characters and gripping emotion, set in a world ripe for exploration.” —Lorehaven review, February 2021

Gretchen and the Bear “Carrie Anne Noble’s delightful fantasy/sci-fi mashup Gretchen and the Bear defies every expectation.” —Lorehaven review, February 2021

Torch “Torch blazes a solid conclusion to the series’ themes of just leadership and racial reconciliation among fairy folk.” —Lorehaven review, February 2021

Flight of the Raven “Exciting twists make Morgan L. Busse’s Flight of the Raven, book 2 of the Ravenwood Saga, a very enjoyable read.” —Lorehaven review, January 2021

The Eternal Struggle “Esther Wallace’s novel The Eternal Struggle forms a dark sequel that brings hero and heroine into close fellowship with loss and brutality.” —Lorehaven review, January 2021

Dark is the Night “Mirriam Neal’s vampire novel Dark is the Night keeps the punches and the fangs rolling.” —Lorehaven review, January 2021

Blood and Bond “This book is brilliant and engaging, expanding on the series’ world and characters while building its own plot.” —Lorehaven review, January 2021

Labyrinth of Shadows “Inspired by Greek myths, Kyla Stone’s Labyrinth of Shadows tells its own story with cleverness and breathless suspense.” —Lorehaven review, October 2020

Swift “This little novel packs big twists and turns that will keep readers engaged all the way through the end.” —Lorehaven review, October 2020

Daughter of Lightning “Daughter of Lightning is a fun adventure that promises to branch into an electric epic as the Dragon and Storm series continues.” —Lorehaven review, October 2020

Swimmer “Those who dive in will find Avily Jerome’s novel Swimmer an absorbing, dark-edged fairy tale.” —Lorehaven review, October 2020

Fire Dancer “Fire Dancer is a brilliantly written story full of emotion and action that will have readers blazing through the pages.” —Lorehaven review, October 2020

The Promise of Deception

“Jessica Sly’s The Promise of Deception blends murder mystery and historical fiction with a dash of the supernatural, with a compelling lively heroine and sharply drawn villain.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2022

Dream of Kings

“Sharon Hinck’s novel Dream of Kings fantastically reimagines the biblical Joseph narrative, drawing readers into a vivid world of political intrigue and faith struggles.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2022

Wishes

“Surprising twists and complex relationships grant Brittany Eden’s Wishes a fulfilling and fast-paced read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

The Deliverer

“Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

The Change

“Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

Immortal Guardian

“Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes

“Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

The Choice

“Bradley Caffee’s tight prose makes The Choice a quick Empire Strikes Back–style dystopian sequel that is difficult to resist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Blood Secrets

“Blood Secrets charts a satisfying conclusion to the Skyworld duology, with dashing prose that draws readers into this world of steam and mystery.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

Jabberwock’s Curse

“In Jabberwock’s Curse, R.V. Bowman blends different elements from Lewis Carroll’s classic into a quick-paced coming-of age story whose three heroes must learn who they were created to be.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Governess of Greenmere

“Obscure Arthurian and Celtic references blend with biblical imagery and high heroism in this brief yet old-souled story.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Wonderland Trials

“Although indebted to a classic, The Wonderland Trials is inventive and colorful in its own right, abundantly able to charm and to intrigue.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Rise of the Earthborn

“Societal intrigue plus steampunk flair and a dash of romance help make Emma Buenen’s Rise of the Earthborn a solid extra-biblical adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Elite

“Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

My Brother’s Keeper

“In My Brother’s Keeper, David Wright presents a classic fantasy novel obliquely tied to the legends of King Arthur.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Lost Bits

“Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Clawing Free

“Clawing Free is an absorbing tale that seamlessly joins modernity and myth.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Vivid

“Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Abort

“With vivid characters, compelling world, and serious questions, C. D. Hulen’s Abort fulfills its directive for an engaging sci-fi read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Maxine Justice: Galactic Attorney

“John Grisham meets Galaxy Quest in Daniel Schwabauer’s whimsy-gilded sci-fi tale, featuring robot judges, secretive aliens, and a truly flawed human heroine.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Stealing Embers

“This well-told tale grabs the reader’s attention with romantic tension and action that swoops in from the start and rushes unyielding to the very last page. ”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Truesilver

“Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Reformed

“Humor and slow-burn romance balance out intrigue, high-stakes heroics, and emotional character moments to launch this series-opener up, up, and away.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Mordizan

“Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Forsaken Island

“Sharon Hinck skillfully dances through competing storylines of witnessing, spiritual doubts, coping with a life-altering disability, and exploring a new world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

The Undine’s Tear

“Calandra’s spiritual struggles and eventual awakening bring true hardship and loss, pointing to greater hope across the horizon in sequels to this rip-roaring read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Oathbound

“This tale of oaths and bonds steers an exciting voyage through dangerous waters. Secrets and ambition lurk at every turn, and sins bring real consequences.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

The Green Ember

“S. D. Smith’s fantasy The Green Ember, book 1 of the Green Ember series, presents a surprisingly earnest epic about small creatures drawn into big spiritual ideas.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Of Fire and Ash

“Ceridwen’s repeated volatile actions and battle crescendos may threaten to overrun this kingdom, yet the Fireborn Epic’s first book also benefits from two side trails.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Shadow

“Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Prodigy Prince

“In Prodigy Prince, Natasha Sapienza builds a complex and rich fantasy world that explores friendship and sacrifice through allegory.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Recorder

“Cathy McCrumb handles heavy subjects with a light touch, keeping the novel from grimness. Recorder is a creative and engaging novel that will appeal to a broad audience.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

Princess of Shadows

“Stirred by sustained tension, quiet humor, and a bit of snark, Princess of Shadows rouses readers and keeps them wide-eyed in this ancient Greece–inspired world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

The Bear of Rosethorn Ring

“The Bear of Rosethorn Ring’s quirky players cast their spell through the magic of forgiveness, applying unique twists and new thrills to old routines.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

The Chase

“Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Power On

“H. L. Burke’s Power On lights up an enjoyable superhero world, charging quickly toward themes of a man’s responsibility to himself and others.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Wolf Soldier

“Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

The Pirate Princess

“K. R. Martin darts between a love story and political intrigue, until The Pirate Princess parries and lunges into a perfect conclusion.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

Crown and Creed

“Laura VanArendonk Baugh’s saga deepens political and romantic intrigues among a richly unique fantasy world and compelling cast of characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

Ignite

“Ignite balances superhero action with deep questions about prejudice and responsibility in a complex, challenging world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Wraithwood

“This tale of wizards battling between our world and a parallel one conjures an enjoyable reading experience.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Apprentice

“Common dystopian themes quickly grow beyond clichés in this thrilling search for truth and the meaning of reality.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

The Seventh Sun

“Law and grace collide like elemental powers in this rich tale, whose author keeps taut yet luxuriant focus on mythology and setting.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2021

Secrets in the Mist

“Treasure hunts and zombies sail smoothly in the skies of this post-apocalyptic world, raising natural questions about why such horrors and miseries exist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2021

Fractures

“Jason Joyner’s second superhero tale Fractures offers a deft combination of action, spiritual themes, and the tribulations of growing up.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2021

The Dying of the Light

“Amid a sprawling and realistic cast, Mirriam Neal keeps myriad story threads taut in this first epic installment of the Brotherhood of the Moon series.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

The Winter King

“Christine Cohen’s The Winter King is everything a fantasy lover wants: adventure, political intrigue, and a little bit of romance … this story is a must-read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

Strays

“Remy Wilkins’s Strays joins spiritual warfare with a coming-of-age tale set in small-town America … an unexpected and intriguing fusion of spiritual war and childhood’s end.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2021

Penance

“Penance by Paula Richey and Thomas Plutarch mixes superheroes and aliens for a lively, heartfelt sci-fi tale built with engaging characters in a vivid world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

Cinderella Spell

“In Laurie Lee’s dark fairy tale retelling Cinderella Spell, Cinderella is more than she seems, and true love doesn’t lie where you think.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

(Sponsored Review) Seed: Judgment

“Joshua David’s Seed: Judgment marries The Thing, Resident Evil, and Mad Max to generate a post-apocalyptic tale of frenetic intensity.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2021

Salvare’s Mountain

“In Salvare’s Mountain, D. P. Rowell creates a fantasy shaded with allegory and anarchic worldbuilding.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Hunter’s Moon

“Sarah M. Awa’s howlingly intense drama Hunter’s Moon is perfect for young adults who enjoy plot-driven stories and horror genres.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

The Land of the Purple Ring

“Deborah J. Natelson’s The Land of the Purple Ring is a delightful romp through wordplay and half-sketched puns.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Lovely People

“Minna Sundberg’s short graphic novel celebrates adorable bunnies and the full gospel while warning against modern consumerism and moralistic surveillance.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2021

Operation Grendel

“With terse prose and hairpin twists, Daniel Schwabauer’s galactic noir Operation Grendel sizzles through the circuits of the human soul.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

Heart of the Curiosity

“Biblical themes dazzle and heroines must heal from harm throughout the wonders of H. L. Burke’s The Heart of the Curiosity.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

All the Queen’s Sons

“All The Queen’s Sons from Elizabeth Kipps will delight both young and old fans of level-headed girls, charming princes, and lovely lands.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

The PRISM Conspiracy

“Mary Schlegel’s gentle sci-fi The PRISM Conspiracy offers an attractive blend of possibility and sweet romance.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2021

Songflight

“Songflight by Michelle M. Bruhn tells the gripping story of dragon singer Alísa, and is best for lovers of fantasy and dragons.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

Moonscript

“In Moonscript, H. S. J. Williams creates a classic fantasy and deeply weaves strong spiritual element into the world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

Nomad

“R. J. Anderson’s fantasy Nomad is a rollicking read with fascinating conflicts and plot twists.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

Legend of the Storm Sneezer

“Teen readers fond of lengthy, lighthearted ghost-and-zombie tales will enjoy Legend of the Storm Sneezer by Kristiana Sfirlea.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2021

The Icarus Aftermath

“Arielle M. Bailey’s The Icarus Aftermath spins a golden yarn of vivid characters and gripping emotion, set in a world ripe for exploration.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

Gretchen and the Bear

“Carrie Anne Noble’s delightful fantasy/sci-fi mashup Gretchen and the Bear defies every expectation.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

Torch

“Torch blazes a solid conclusion to the series’ themes of just leadership and racial reconciliation among fairy folk.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2021

Flight of the Raven

“Exciting twists make Morgan L. Busse’s Flight of the Raven, book 2 of the Ravenwood Saga, a very enjoyable read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

The Eternal Struggle

“Esther Wallace’s novel The Eternal Struggle forms a dark sequel that brings hero and heroine into close fellowship with loss and brutality.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Dark is the Night

“Mirriam Neal’s vampire novel Dark is the Night keeps the punches and the fangs rolling.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Blood and Bond

“This book is brilliant and engaging, expanding on the series’ world and characters while building its own plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2021

Labyrinth of Shadows

“Inspired by Greek myths, Kyla Stone’s Labyrinth of Shadows tells its own story with cleverness and breathless suspense.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Swift

“This little novel packs big twists and turns that will keep readers engaged all the way through the end.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Daughter of Lightning

“Daughter of Lightning is a fun adventure that promises to branch into an electric epic as the Dragon and Storm series continues.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Swimmer

“Those who dive in will find Avily Jerome’s novel Swimmer an absorbing, dark-edged fairy tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Fire Dancer

“Fire Dancer is a brilliantly written story full of emotion and action that will have readers blazing through the pages.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Featured Review: Seventh City

“Good heroes live in Emily Hayse’s Arctic-flavored fantasy.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Sponsored Review: A King’s Return

“A King’s Return sweeps the reader into a world of complex, sympathetic characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Bane of Ashkarith

“Bane of Ashkarith gives glimpses of this unique secondary world that prove intricate and compelling.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2020

Dust

“Nothing is as it seems, and wishing on stars will get her nowhere in this delightfully twisted sequel to a classic.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2020

(Sponsored Review) The Light Unbound

“Ambitious in scope and relentless in speed, this novel concludes C. S. Wachter’s saga on a high note.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2020