Where the Shadows Beckon
by Gillian Grant
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Pub Date Jan 04 2022 | Archive Date Jan 18 2022
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Description
Get ready for the journey of a lifetime in the first book of an all-new, captivating fantasy series from thrilling debut author Gillian Grant.
As a hunter, Evren Hanali of Orenlion has probably seen it all and done even more, even though she likes to fade into the background. She prefers a solitary existence, doing the jobs she’s commissioned for and not much else. But fate has other plans. It seems she has a destiny—one she is only beginning to unravel. And unlikely companions and exotic places are only the beginning of her journey.
When circumstances beyond her control—and gravity—send her plummeting to what she fears may be her death, walking away unscathed opens a world of possibilities. Somehow, she becomes the leader of a motley crew of allies with a shared mission. Only it’s not clear what anyone’s end goal is, and trust is hard-earned. Still, the merry band of adventurers finds solace and friendship along the way—not to mention dangers galore.
In the instance of the Yawning Deep, as above is not as below. Add magic and mayhem to the mix, and Evren has the fight of her life on her hands. When one hard-fought win leads to revelations of lies, deceit, and murder, Evren and company must be willing to fight for what they believe—and each other.
Or die trying.
A Note From the Publisher
Featured Reviews
Haleigh W, Reviewer
Where the Shadows Beckon is now one of my favorite fantasy books! It kept me turning the pages! The story/plot was so well written by the author! Will definitely be recommending it to friends and family! Cannot wait to read more by author Gillian Grant!!
Victoria B, Reviewer
I do love a debut, especially with a new fantasy series. There’s so much room for potential and excitement. I’d love to write a fantasy novel - and have actually started one - but the organisation it requires, and that Gillian must have to keep on top of everything, is impressive.
There is no messing about; we get straight into the action within the first two chapters, putting you right in the heart of the action.
Having said that, after the first few chapters, I found it got a little bit more “tell the reader what’s going on rather than show them”, which made it a little stop/start. There were some scenes a little drawn out, and others not long enough, which did affect the pacing slightly, but that didn’t stop it being thoroughly enjoyable. From about 15% of the way in, it becomes full on fantasy, exciting, fast, human (even amongst elves and goblins), fun, loving, hurtful, sad. It really grabs you in its hand and then you must get to the end.
Overall, I found this a very promising debut with hopefully much, much more to come.
Karen F, Reviewer
This book was riveting. Such a diverse set of characters placed in a world so incredibly different than any I have read about before. Goblins, humans, guzzlers, elves and so much more. The massive worm is enough to give me bad dreams and probably will. I loved this story.
Rebecca D, Reviewer
"In the darkest nights and in the blackest shadows, light shines the brightest"
Wow this story gipped my from the start, straight into the action within the first couple of chapters.
This book gave me a Lord of the rings fellowship feel with all the different individuals coming together for a quest, working together and finding a family in each other despite their different races and beliefs.
There was also a bit of politics which I really enjoy and would love to see expanded on in the next book/books.
The middle had a few pacing issues but overall really enjoyed this story, looking forward to reading the next one and seeing more of this world that we have only just tipped our toes into.
Thanks to DL Grant, LLC for the ARC
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