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Shaun Strydom

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Born

in Krugersdorp, South Africa

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https://www.shaunstrydom.co.za

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Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror

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I write with a clear, immersive style that invites readers into my worlds from the very first page. My stories are rooted in hope, following men and women who often feel unprepared for the challenges ahead—yet, through different forms of strength, they rise to meet their destinies.

A lifelong storyteller at heart, I’ve drawn inspiration from a rich mix of books across countless genres, the emotional pull of films and series, the worlds of video games, and the cultures I’ve experienced through travel. With my debut novel Amber Glow, I realised a dream I’d carried for years—to build my own universe, create unforgettable characters, and follow their journeys from first breath to final chapter.

I have a deep love for all things science fiction, p ...more

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Creatures of the fall - Audiobook

Experience the fall, in a full cast audiobook spanning decades in Western USA. NOW AVAILABLE

In 1999, Dr. Cora Reed developed a cure for every known disease. She didn’t realize it would merge with a dormant strain of coronavirus.

Decades later, the miracle became a nightmare.
In 2037,

Niki’s journey begins with a brutal beating over stolen food. In a world ruled by monstrous creatures and even worse Read more of this blog post »

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Published on December 16, 2025 02:51 • Tags: creatures-of-the-fall, shaun-strydom

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Average rating: 4.44 · 27 ratings · 17 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	Escaping Ishtar 4.36 avg rating — 11 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Amber Glow 4.44 avg rating — 9 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Creatures of the Fall 4.57 avg rating — 7 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Shaun Strydom rated a book it was amazing Golden Son (Red Rising Saga, #2) by Pierce Brown (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I can't say anything that haven't been said already. Great writing, great story. Great book. (a dialog tag now and again would have been appreciated) ...more
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Shaun Strydom made a comment on Lori’s review of Escaping Ishtar " Thank you for reading as an ARC and leaving a review. I really appreciate it. "
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Shaun Strydom liked Lori's review of Escaping Ishtar: "I liked this YA dystopian book. From the start, I got a feel of what it was like to live in Ayris' world. In addition to the vivid descriptions of the environment, the characters are well written. With such engaging characters, one can't help but roo" Read more of this review »
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Shaun Strydom made a comment on MICHAEL DOANE’s review of Escaping Ishtar " Thank you very much for the kind review really appreciated. "
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Shaun Strydom liked MICHAEL DOANE's review of Escaping Ishtar: "Shaun Strydom’s Escaping Ishtar delivers a tense and imaginative YA dystopian adventure that blends a rigidly controlled society with a gripping coming-of-age story. The Points system is a clever metaphor for societal constraints, and Strydom skillfu" Read more of this review »
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Shaun Strydom made a comment on Anita Hofer’s review of Escaping Ishtar " Thank you for reading and leaving a review. :) "
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