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Spirit Knight #1
Spirit Blade: An urban fantasy adventure
Aaron Conner lives a quiet life. He waits tables at a local restaurant, helps keep the apartment building he lives in maintained, and is slowly beginning to realize the cute lawyer upstairs might see more in him than his handyman skills.
But he once walked a very different path. Strangeness at his new job wakes those old instincts, and the extraordinary breaches his carefully ordinary life once more.
He never meant to take up the blade again. He thought he never could. But when innocents are in danger, can he truly walk away?
But he once walked a very different path. Strangeness at his new job wakes those old instincts, and the extraordinary breaches his carefully ordinary life once more.
He never meant to take up the blade again. He thought he never could. But when innocents are in danger, can he truly walk away?
- GenresFantasy
430 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 21, 2026
About the author
Glynn Stewart
113 books1,762 followersGlynn Stewart is the author of over 60 books, including Starship’s Mage, a bestselling science fiction and fantasy series where faster-than-light travel is possible–but only because of magic.
Writing managed to liberate Glynn from a bleak future as an accountant. With his personality and hope for a high-tech future intact, he lives in Southern Ontario with his partner, their cats, and an unstoppable writing habit.
Writing managed to liberate Glynn from a bleak future as an accountant. With his personality and hope for a high-tech future intact, he lives in Southern Ontario with his partner, their cats, and an unstoppable writing habit.
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May 29, 2026
This one was a lot of fun! It's a great intro book, with an interesting and expansive world combined with writing that keeps the cast small and the plot moving. I really liked the pacing, which allowed us to have a lot of time getting to know the characters before the plot really caught fire. All in all, yet another excellent book from this author. I can't wait for the next one!
May 29, 2026
I quite enjoyed the story! Good characters! And as a fan of Ancient Aliens, I know about the Anunnaki!
May 24, 2026
This was a great book. There's so many things I want to add to this review but can't to avoid spoilers, but suffice to say that just like Aaron, the worldbuilding of the Spirit Knight universe is deeper than it appears at first glace. And it's well worth exploring.
Aaron, true to the author's brand, is a white knight in many senses of the phrase, although in this case he is also a disgraced knight from a former secreting Catholic demon hunting order. This history is an important part of Aaron's backstory but doesn't bog down the book; he's moved on as much as he dares given [spoilers] and the narrative only dwells when it's plot relevant.
The cat on the cover belongs to his neighbor / crush and plays an important role in the story, while the romantic subplot is sweet and adds to the plot. It's also closed door, and the fact they start bonding over a mutual appreciation of queer indie bands - particularly Magica Riot, a nod to Kara Buchanan's trans magical girl novels - was a lovely touch.
Aaron, true to the author's brand, is a white knight in many senses of the phrase, although in this case he is also a disgraced knight from a former secreting Catholic demon hunting order. This history is an important part of Aaron's backstory but doesn't bog down the book; he's moved on as much as he dares given [spoilers] and the narrative only dwells when it's plot relevant.
The cat on the cover belongs to his neighbor / crush and plays an important role in the story, while the romantic subplot is sweet and adds to the plot. It's also closed door, and the fact they start bonding over a mutual appreciation of queer indie bands - particularly Magica Riot, a nod to Kara Buchanan's trans magical girl novels - was a lovely touch.
May 22, 2026
A strong return to Urban reality, far from the realm of Space drama. Glynn Stewart introduces us to Aaron Conner, a new cast of individual players and presented them in a seemingly normal city environment.
Arron lives a mundane existence that is far different from his past activities, until it isn’t… Not all around him is normal, as he is destined to find out. Circumstances escalate under the skilful penmanship and imagination of our author, who took me on this journey of discovery into an environment that kept me turning pages, as characters disclosed some alarming traits.
I enjoyed this opening chapter very much, the structure is solid and has the potential to make this new saga something special, I look forward to #2.
Arron lives a mundane existence that is far different from his past activities, until it isn’t… Not all around him is normal, as he is destined to find out. Circumstances escalate under the skilful penmanship and imagination of our author, who took me on this journey of discovery into an environment that kept me turning pages, as characters disclosed some alarming traits.
I enjoyed this opening chapter very much, the structure is solid and has the potential to make this new saga something special, I look forward to #2.
June 1, 2026
Wow
Great start to a new series. Tons of history (semi-fantastical) and a ton of new Others with powers and problems. Aaron is a man trying to put his life back together after a crushing betrayal of faith. Trained as a warrior to protect humans from soul eating monsters, he has learned that all is not as it was presented. He is a man of deep honor and can no longer follow the directions of his teachers, but can not stop himself from serving and saving. This is his journey.
Great start to a new series. Tons of history (semi-fantastical) and a ton of new Others with powers and problems. Aaron is a man trying to put his life back together after a crushing betrayal of faith. Trained as a warrior to protect humans from soul eating monsters, he has learned that all is not as it was presented. He is a man of deep honor and can no longer follow the directions of his teachers, but can not stop himself from serving and saving. This is his journey.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A great read! This is like the author mixed his ONSET series with his Changeling Blood series, sprinkled in a little Starship's Mage, and added a strong dose of litrpg to create this. Fans of James E. Wisher's 72 Demons series need to read this!
I received an ARC from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 23, 2026
Spirit Blade by Glenn Stewart
A book like this is proof Glenn Stewart has earned his place on my top 10 Favorite Authors list. I buy his books and read them often.
This is a well written story with believable characters and lots of action that carries the momentum of the plot. The world building and magic is intriguing and I look forward to the sequels.
A book like this is proof Glenn Stewart has earned his place on my top 10 Favorite Authors list. I buy his books and read them often.
This is a well written story with believable characters and lots of action that carries the momentum of the plot. The world building and magic is intriguing and I look forward to the sequels.
May 23, 2026
standard quality for the author
A entertaining read wth some cool mythology, but nothing groundbreaking or shocking. Pretty pridctable. If you’ve read this author before then you know what to expect. Some LGBTQ virtue signaling that adds nothing to the story that might trigger some.
A entertaining read wth some cool mythology, but nothing groundbreaking or shocking. Pretty pridctable. If you’ve read this author before then you know what to expect. Some LGBTQ virtue signaling that adds nothing to the story that might trigger some.
May 25, 2026
What a great read!!
This is an excellent story with loads of action and daringdo. If you are into fantasy fiction with great characters and background, this is a must for you. I couldn't put it down. This is book 1 in an obvious new series by one if the consistently gokd authors of the SciFi and Fantasy genres. Get it now. You will not be disappointed.
This is an excellent story with loads of action and daringdo. If you are into fantasy fiction with great characters and background, this is a must for you. I couldn't put it down. This is book 1 in an obvious new series by one if the consistently gokd authors of the SciFi and Fantasy genres. Get it now. You will not be disappointed.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I enjoyed the book as it was fun, intriguing and flowed nicely. The characters were very interesting and well developed as is usual for this author. I’m not sure if there will be another book, but I hope so.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 24, 2026
Excellent new world.
Glynn Stewart is a top notch story teller, and I appreciate that each of his worlds is different, and the storylines are unique. This is a great start to a new series, and a new world. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment!
Glynn Stewart is a top notch story teller, and I appreciate that each of his worlds is different, and the storylines are unique. This is a great start to a new series, and a new world. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment!
May 25, 2026
Reminiscent of Serve and Protect
Love, love, loved it! Suspected some things through the progression, turned out correct, but wrong. Great read! Looking forward to next installment
Love, love, loved it! Suspected some things through the progression, turned out correct, but wrong. Great read! Looking forward to next installment
May 25, 2026
A little cozy
While it ended up in a spectacular battle, a lot of this book veered toward the retired mercenary turned bartender/tavern keeper trope. I will read the next one, interested to see how it develops.
While it ended up in a spectacular battle, a lot of this book veered toward the retired mercenary turned bartender/tavern keeper trope. I will read the next one, interested to see how it develops.
May 28, 2026
Pleasant surprise
The artwork & title didn't really grab me, but the blurb made it worth trying and I'm glad I did. Interesting worldbuilding without forcing you in, characters worth following and an interesting story. Bring on the next!
The artwork & title didn't really grab me, but the blurb made it worth trying and I'm glad I did. Interesting worldbuilding without forcing you in, characters worth following and an interesting story. Bring on the next!
May 22, 2026
Nice start for this new series.
Definitely different from Starship Mage.
Good world building with interesting characters where both can evolve.
Looking forward to the next book.
Definitely different from Starship Mage.
Good world building with interesting characters where both can evolve.
Looking forward to the next book.
May 22, 2026
really enjoyed this book
I really enjoyed this book, and can’t wait to read the next one. Very interesting characters, interesting twists and turns. Great storyline.
I really enjoyed this book, and can’t wait to read the next one. Very interesting characters, interesting twists and turns. Great storyline.
May 23, 2026
Wonderful Start of a new series by one of my favorite authors. First books always a little slow describing the world. This story is very good at pacing to avoid most of that.
May 23, 2026
4.5 stars rounded up.
May 23, 2026
Got the Advanced readers copy from Glynn Stewart from Patron this book is so worth reading
May 28, 2026
the basic premise is good
The actual writing let the story down. Very shallow characters and the story was obvious from start to finish. Too bad
The actual writing let the story down. Very shallow characters and the story was obvious from start to finish. Too bad
May 31, 2026
Very enjoyable story of an uplifting friendship with fancy magic and a magnificent cat ... who could ask for more purrfect ingredients ? Really looking forward to reading the sequel :-)
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May 31, 2026
Good story
Pleasant characters, good development. Story ebbs and flows, gets bogged down in minutiae trying to explain fantasy!
Author is a talented story teller.
Pleasant characters, good development. Story ebbs and flows, gets bogged down in minutiae trying to explain fantasy!
Author is a talented story teller.
June 1, 2026
I really enjoyed it
great book interesting concepts kept my attention all the way thru. i was disappointed it ended. I am looking forward to more of Glynn Stewart’s work.
great book interesting concepts kept my attention all the way thru. i was disappointed it ended. I am looking forward to more of Glynn Stewart’s work.
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