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James R. Bateman

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Born and raised in Staffordshire, England, James has spent over thirty years working in the IT and software industry. Along the way, his fascination with storytelling and narrative development led him to dive into fiction writing.

James is currently working on a series of novels, blending fantasy, urban fiction, and crime, with his debut book Savior of Lost. His stories explore life, death, and morality, as well as how the human spirit endures through complex and challenging times.

When he’s not writing, James enjoys spending time with his family, going to the gym, and indulging in his love for reading and video games. He lives with his wife, two grown-up kids, a dog, and three cats.

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Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Great book for a snowy day

Savior of Lost Souls is a great first book in the Retribution series. It's a fantasy thriller with several arcs. Of course, there is good vs evil, but there are also shades of grey. The protagonist Lavek is both a savior and" Read more of this review »
Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Savior of Lost Souls is an exciting dark fantasy about fate, mystery, and saving lost souls. The story follows Lavek, a powerful being who tries to protect people from danger before it’s too late. He becomes involved with the Williams family in 1986," Read more of this review »
Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Justice and salvation! This book is well written and offers an amazing depiction of good versus evil. I found it fascinating to experience the emotional impact on Lavek as he faces danger himself, along with the heavy responsibility of intervening in" Read more of this review »
Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Anything fantasy is not my normal go to genre or a top pick, but I won't turn one away and will give it a try, and so glad I did with this one. With this fantasy came with horror, mythology mix and so much more. James Bateman did not fall short on th" Read more of this review »
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Killer Content by Keeley  Webb
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Killer Content completely pulled me in. Following Billie Wiley as she tries to uncover the truth was gripping from start to finish, but what really stood out for me was the way Keeley Webb uses the first-person narrative. It puts you right inside the ...more
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Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari
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A thought-provoking take on human history and our potential future. I really enjoyed how it made me pause and reflect on humanity’s journey, and the impact we’ve had on the planet along the way. While it’s clearly the author’s interpretation, it stil ...more
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The God of the Woods by Liz    Moore
The God of the Woods
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Brilliant. An exceptional thriller that had me hooked from start to finish. I loved the mix of short, sharp chapters and longer, more layered ones — it kept the pacing fresh and engaging. The characters were fantastic, each shaped by their upbringing ...more
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