He didn’t believe in magic or monsters, until magic turned him into a monster.

This September, explore Kyle Robert Shultz’s fantasy The Beast of Talesend.

Book Quest guidance: The Beast of Talesend

• Quest guide: Elijah David
• Genre: fantasy
• Skill level: age 12 and older

Quest destinations

• Sept 5–8: chapters 1–4
• Sept 11–15: chapters 5–9
• Sept 18–22: chapters 10–14

Find the book

• Amazon: audiobook, ebook, paperback
• Barnes and Noble paperback

Lorehaven reviews The Beast of Talesend

In The Beast of Talesend, modern and magical collide in a fashion reminiscent of the Harry Potter universe. Kyle Robert Shultz creates an enchanting story world grounded in familiarity yet saturated with fairy-tale qualities. Add a distinctly British ambience and this story is primed to delight. Private detective Nick Beasley, expert in debunking magic, believes the magnifying glass of reason and logic reveals magic as a hoax. Then he becomes tangled in a case that opens his eyes to a world of new—and frightening—depth. His brother Crispin, Lord Whitlock, and “Lady Beaumont” round out a main cast that is quirky, highly individual, and engaging. Snappy dialogue, burgeoning mysteries, and riveting action keep a relentless pace all the way through the breathtaking conclusion. However, plenty of room remains for brotherly banter, dry wit, and a fascinating magic system.

Best for: Teens and adults who enjoy a clever, real-world fairy tale packed with action and humor and built around memorable characters.

Discern: Some violence, creepy creatures, and one semi-profanity.

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