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Song of the Sands
SORCERY. BETRAYAL. REDEMPTION. AND A WHOLE LOT OF LEAD.
IN ORDER TO SAVE HIS SISTER, Lugh Ahearn has lied, thieved, and gambled his way across a continent. Now he finds himself on the Frontier in a last-ditch effort, searching for the legends of the elusive Uluru tribes. But the Godstone, his final hope, drags him down a path of cataclysm and war. Whilst Lugh’s enemies vie for its power, Ku’Adsila, an Uluru blood sorceress and outlaw, has her own aims. As their paths intertwine, Lugh faces a between the conman he was and the man he yearns to be—but first, he must believe he is worth saving.
IN ORDER TO SAVE HIS SISTER, Lugh Ahearn has lied, thieved, and gambled his way across a continent. Now he finds himself on the Frontier in a last-ditch effort, searching for the legends of the elusive Uluru tribes. But the Godstone, his final hope, drags him down a path of cataclysm and war. Whilst Lugh’s enemies vie for its power, Ku’Adsila, an Uluru blood sorceress and outlaw, has her own aims. As their paths intertwine, Lugh faces a between the conman he was and the man he yearns to be—but first, he must believe he is worth saving.
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 13, 2026
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About the author
Spencer Sekulin
11 books10 followersWhen Spencer Sekulin isn’t on the road as a paramedic or studying, he is most likely writing. Born and raised in Ontario, Canada, Spencer fell in love with books at a young age, with authors like Terry Brooks and Eoin Colfer giving him an appetite for speculative fiction. Though he didn’t begin writing until university, he quickly discovered that it was just as fun as reading. The rest is history. His passions include emergency medicine, voice-overs, homemade coffee, travel obscura, and of course, writing.
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February 16, 2026
After “The Last Wyvernslayer,” I knew I had to read Sekulin’s debut novel. Imagine my delight when he offered a complimentary advanced reader copy before I could even ask for one!
Whatever I expect from a genre, I think Sekulin enjoys turning my expectations upside-down.
Would I ever have imagined a redemptive blood sorcerer fantasy Western?
Nope.
As always, his writing is novel and engaging, full of banter and unexpected friendships, grappling with one’s inner self, wholesome family bonds, and the ruthless, powerful female characters who terrify the entire world.
All very nice things to read, of course. ;)
There’s a bit more profanity in this title than I usually prefer, which is somewhat to be expected for a moderately gritty Western, but be aware it pushes the PG-13 rating closer to R territory if that’s something you’d be uncomfortable with.
There are also a few moments of character writing that felt a little too abrupt or introspective to me, but again, that’s a matter of personal taste, and they may even change between the ARC edition and the final version.
I like the redemptive core of the book very much, and the way one of the characters relishes life, no matter how difficult it is, and fights to keep it.
Books could use more of this.
Full review for the curious: https://bookmarkedone.home.blog/2026/....
Whatever I expect from a genre, I think Sekulin enjoys turning my expectations upside-down.
Would I ever have imagined a redemptive blood sorcerer fantasy Western?
Nope.
As always, his writing is novel and engaging, full of banter and unexpected friendships, grappling with one’s inner self, wholesome family bonds, and the ruthless, powerful female characters who terrify the entire world.
All very nice things to read, of course. ;)
There’s a bit more profanity in this title than I usually prefer, which is somewhat to be expected for a moderately gritty Western, but be aware it pushes the PG-13 rating closer to R territory if that’s something you’d be uncomfortable with.
There are also a few moments of character writing that felt a little too abrupt or introspective to me, but again, that’s a matter of personal taste, and they may even change between the ARC edition and the final version.
I like the redemptive core of the book very much, and the way one of the characters relishes life, no matter how difficult it is, and fights to keep it.
Books could use more of this.
Full review for the curious: https://bookmarkedone.home.blog/2026/....
Review of advance copy received from Author
This fantasy with a heart brings lyrical depth to an atmospheric adventure packed with drama, action and magic.
When a young man fighting to support his family becomes entangled in a life-threatening confrontation between the forces of good and evil, he must dig deep to save his family, his country, and himself.
I got a chance to read an advance copy of this book and I’m so happy I did!
When a young man fighting to support his family becomes entangled in a life-threatening confrontation between the forces of good and evil, he must dig deep to save his family, his country, and himself.
I got a chance to read an advance copy of this book and I’m so happy I did!
March 8, 2026
Wow! This book was fantastic! Wild West steampunk with magic ... I didn't even know that was a sub-genre, and I LOVE IT! Spencer Sekulin kept me guessing throughout with a story that twisted like a hangman's noose. 100% recommend!
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