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Tilly
“Written in 1986, Frank E. Peretti’s novelette Tilly may feel melodramatic to today’s readers, but remains a tearful tale of brokenness and redemption.”
—Lorehaven on Jun 24, 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 on Jun 24, 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 on Jun 17, 2022

Elite
“Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.”
—Lorehaven on Jun 10, 2022

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Lost Bits, Kerry Nietz
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Lost Bits

Hampered by imperfect memory, an obsolete body, and limited battery life, 404 sets out to find his home.
“Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Vivid, Ashley Bustamante
Reviewed

Vivid

As Ava learns more about Yellow magic’s potential to control its victims, she now must question whether her rash decisions are all her own or if someone else is pulling the strings.
“Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
Into Shadow's Fire, Mark Castleberry

Into Shadow’s Fire

On the world of Sulia, help is needed. The Union must help save the people of the city of Gal-Ganeed from being tortured and killed because of their beliefs.
Reader ages: young adult
"In a city where debts are paid in blood, one young man will learn that everyone needs help sometimes if they want to survive." New in the Lorehaven library: A Matter of Blood, Lauren H Salisbury

A Matter of Blood

In a city where debts are paid in blood, one young man will learn that everyone needs help sometimes if they want to survive.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Mordizan, Alyssa Roat
Reviewed

Mordizan

The bane of Mordred, the son of Mordizan, and a millennia-old prophecy may provide what Brinnie needs to defeat the world of magic’s greatest threat.
“Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
Etania's Calling, M. H. Elrich

Etania’s Calling

Can Etania trust this mysterious prince to keep her secret, or will lies lead to disaster?
Reader ages: adult, young adult
The Choice, Bradley Caffee

The Choice

The chase is over; the world is freed; but the law remains.
Reader ages: young adult
The Obsidian Butterfly, Lani Forbes

The Obsidian Butterfly

To the Chicome people, an eclipse is a time of terror. Mayana and Ahkin know the full extent of the coming danger, but they must gather support or the Chicome Empire is doomed.
Reader ages: adult, young adult

Unbetrothed

Princess Beatriz is unbetrothed and giftless, so she makes a mortal oath that leads to a quest for magic.
Reader ages: young adult
Uprooted, Kandi J. Wyatt

Uprooted

Uprooted from home, Hest journeys to a new country where he discovers castle intrigue may doom his new-found friends.
Reader ages: young adult
Oathbound, Victoria McCombs
Reviewed

Oathbound

Emme has spent her life avoiding pirates, but now she must partner with pirates to find a cure on an island that may not exist.
“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, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
Aderes in Karkhana, Maegan M. Simpson

Aderes in Karkhana

After falling into an unknown world, Aderes struggles to learn how to live among her new companions.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Of Fire and Ash, Gillian Bronte Adams
Reviewed

Of Fire and Ash

Ceridwen tal Desmond rides a fireborn, a steed of fire and ash, trained for destruction. How can she hope to unite instead of destroy?
“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, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
Strayblood, E. E. Rawls

Strayblood

Becoming a Draev won’t be easy for Cyrus, a girl who can manipulate metal, and Aken the last Scourgeblood, in a world that will use them or destroy them.
Reader ages: middle grade, young adult
Head Over Tails, Brianna Tibbetts

Head Over Tails

Jacob didn’t ask to fall in love with a mermaid, but when he seeks treatment for his “hallucination,” a very real mermaid is forced to face the human world.
Reader ages: young adult
Kingdom Lost, Dawn Shipman

Kingdom Lost

A young princess must unite with non-human beings in her world to wrest her kingdom back from an evil neighboring prince and the wizard who empowers him.
Reader ages: young adult
Rhataloo, Kerry Nietz

Rhataloo

My name is Sedrick. I’m a man-size, space-faring rhat. I’m also executive officer for an interstellar cargo ship. My captain and I are in trouble.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Wolf Soldier, James R. Hannibal
Reviewed

Wolf Soldier

Connor Enarian and four young initiates rekindle the fires of the Lightraider Order to destroy a portal and stop an impending invasion.
“Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.”
—Lorehaven review, 2021
Reader ages: young adult
Rogue Shift, AJ Skelly

Rogue Shift

Two lives forever intertwined by a deadly decision and a dark secret.
Reader ages: young adult
The Songkiller's Symphony, Daeus Lamb

The Songkiller’s Symphony

A young adventurer seeks to conquer the demons inside him through the rigors of a heroic quest.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Shadows at Nightfall, Brett Armstrong

Shadows at Nightfall

Two teens must face the darkest terrors of their world, which hide in the shadows no longer.
Reader ages: young adult
Elite, Kristen Young
Reviewed

Elite

Flick must decide where her allegiances lie soon, or the Triumph of Love festival might bring about her demise.
“Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
The Faith to Forgive, Kathleen Bird

The Faith to Forgive

In the wake of great personal grief, a young woman will learn the power of forgiveness for herself and those around her.
Reader ages: young adult
Heartrender, V. Romas Burton

Heartrender

Ophidian will be almost impossible to defeat. Will Addie be able to complete her promise to Eman before darkness rules?
Reader ages: young adult
Cain's Redemption, A. J. Chamberlain

Cain’s Redemption

Once again the enemy conjures a plan to bring ruin to Alex Masters and her God given destiny, and this time no one that Alex loves will be safe.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
The Gatekeeper's Descendants, Johanna Frank

The Gatekeeper’s Descendants

Spirited and stubborn Pipiera grudgingly accepts a task to save a fledgling earth-dwelling boy, Matthew, from sabotaging his own future.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Sovereign Servants: The Sending, W. C. Jasper

Sovereign Servants: The Sending

Even in a Virgin Earth which is yet undefiled by the baneful touch of man, what can protect this world from inevitable corruption of the human heart?
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Secrets in the Mist, Morgan L. Busse
Reviewed

Secrets in the Mist

In a world where humanity lives in the sky to escape a deadly mist below, Cass dives into ruined cities, then is hired to find a way to eradicate 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, 2021
Reader ages: young adult
Wraithwood, Alyssa Roat
Reviewed

Wraithwood

An estranged uncle, a mysterious mansion, and Arthurian legend–together they lead to a world of magic and bloodthirsty wizards who want teenage Brinnie dead.
“This tale of wizards battling between our world and a parallel one conjures an enjoyable reading experience.”
—Lorehaven review, 2021
Reader ages: young adult
Shadow, Kara Swanson
Reviewed

Shadow

Peter Pan has crash-landed back on Neverland. But this is not the island he remembers.
“Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
The Beauty of Magic, Rachel Ann Michael Harris

The Beauty of Magic

Svana will have to survive her step-mother’s deadly magic to save those she loves or become the next victim.
Reader ages: young adult
Ignite, Jenna Terese
Reviewed

Ignite

In a world where superhumans aren’t considered heroes, a teenage girl must decide if her powers are a part of her worth keeping.
“Ignite balances superhero action with deep questions about prejudice and responsibility in a complex, challenging world.”
—Lorehaven review, 2021
Reader ages: young adult
A Dragon By Any Other Name, S. D. Grimm

A Dragon By Any Other Name

This time, Beauty is the Beast, and she wants Prince Charming dead.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
The Chase, Bradley Caffee
Reviewed

The Chase

To change the Law that rules the world, one teen must win the Chase for the chance to change one law.
“Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.”
—Lorehaven review, 2021
Reader ages: young adult
Truesilver, DJ Edwardson
Reviewed

Truesilver

Kion Bray’s quest for redemption may be ended by a sword-fighting tournament and a dark army mobilizing to the north.
“Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: young adult
Amok, Anna Tan

Amok

When his city falls to the enemy, Mikal must find a way to regain Kudus’ favour—and His supernatural Amok Strength—to liberate his people.
Reader ages: young adult
Errant: A Legend of the Gallant Knight, Emily Dabb

Errant: A Legend of the Gallant Knight

Driven from his home by the suspicions of an angry brother, the Knight must fight for purpose as he rides on a quest to bring peace to a neighboring kingdom.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Urban Angel, A. J. Chamberlain

Urban Angel

Alex Masters wants to share the good news of Jesus with her generation, and her enemies, physical and spiritual, will do all they can to stop her.
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Windward Shore, Sharon Hinck

Windward Shore

The island world of Meriel faces an old adversary and a new danger. Will the reformed Order die before it has a chance to blossom?
Reader ages: adult, young adult
Lovely People, Minna Sundberg
Reviewed

Lovely People

Three best friend bunnies are living in a Social Credit system, and are enjoying their lives until they run into trouble.
“Minna Sundberg’s short graphic novel celebrates adorable bunnies and the full gospel while warning against modern consumerism and moralistic surveillance.”
—Lorehaven review, 2021
Reader ages: adult, young adult
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