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Thieves' Honor
An ancient evil preys upon the great port city of Tarnath. Terror grips the citizens as aristocrats and commoners alike disappear into the night's shadows.A foreign nobleman with a personal score against the "Dockside Slayer" offers three condemned men the chance to save their own lives. Before they can stop the Slayer though, a mage with doubts about his own power, a barbarian warrior always in the wrong place and time, and an arrogant cutpurse without caution must first overcome their own differences if they are to prove that there is such a thing as Thieves' Honor.
285 pages, Paperback
Published July 14, 2018
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January 16, 2019
An ancient evil looms over the city of Tarnath. We are introduced to three main protagonists one by one in a very Guy Ritchie style. Galen Thale – a thief, Tyrell Amalcheal – a mage and Nestor Canaith – a warrior, they all cross path in the most unexpected place – in jail. But soon are released and led to a wealthy but mysterious man Kellen Ambrose.
He asks for their help in destroying the evil ‘dockside slayer’ (Darian) that has been creating havoc in the city for a while now. Begrudgingly they agree to help despite animosity between each other. The story then leads to the trio saving Kellen from the hands of Darian – who is a powerful vampire – nearly escaping death itself. They soon realise that they do work extremely well together and learn of a blade (Gilgorad’s Shadow Reaver) from an ancient Elvin lore that is so powerful it can destroy this creature.
The first few pages had lured me in and I was highly impressed by the author who could capture my interest so soon. As I kept reading I felt I was reading a book that is somewhere a cross between Lord of the Rings meets The Prince of Persia & Van Helsing with a villain in an all powerful vampire.
The characters leave a mark, the settings are impressive and the storyline too is well thought-out and well structured.
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He asks for their help in destroying the evil ‘dockside slayer’ (Darian) that has been creating havoc in the city for a while now. Begrudgingly they agree to help despite animosity between each other. The story then leads to the trio saving Kellen from the hands of Darian – who is a powerful vampire – nearly escaping death itself. They soon realise that they do work extremely well together and learn of a blade (Gilgorad’s Shadow Reaver) from an ancient Elvin lore that is so powerful it can destroy this creature.
The first few pages had lured me in and I was highly impressed by the author who could capture my interest so soon. As I kept reading I felt I was reading a book that is somewhere a cross between Lord of the Rings meets The Prince of Persia & Van Helsing with a villain in an all powerful vampire.
The characters leave a mark, the settings are impressive and the storyline too is well thought-out and well structured.
FOR FULL REVIEW CHECK OUT WWW.BIBLIOGYAN.COM
January 8, 2019
The synopsis mentions 'ancient evil' and so it's no surprise the opening chapter alludes to the villain being a vampire, but I have to admit I wasn’t expecting wizards and magic. I've read fantasy and vampire books before so I’m embarrassed to say I had to look up what a ‘mage’ is. Anyway, this certainly impresses me as a good period tale, a classic story with it's feet firmly planted in the realms of vampire lore. The seemingly immortal villain is suitably evil and treacherous, and the flawed heros fight the good fight. The latter half of the book could have had more pace and I didn't need the recap of how Galen got into the vault, but that's only a small crytisism. Overall it was very enjoyable, the likeable characters had me rooting for them and I had a lump in my throat at the end. If you like the classics and a Van Helsing'ish style vampire story, this is most definately a book for you!
January 13, 2019
Three men who seem totally unlikely as any kind of heroes thrown together on a quest when they pretty much can't stand each other. But they will become heroes. And friends. Add in a vampire serial killer turned megalomaniac and you've got some awesome stuff going on there. Not your typical fantasy novel, but one that took me back to my old gaming days and left me satisfied. Unfortunately, the book does have editing flaws, but they're easy enough to ignore. If a good story is your goal, this is the book to read.
Of course, there were a couple things in the story I wished hadn't happened. But despite not wanting them to happen, I guess they had to or the story wouldn't have been right. And this story was right.
Of course, there were a couple things in the story I wished hadn't happened. But despite not wanting them to happen, I guess they had to or the story wouldn't have been right. And this story was right.
May 13, 2019
I received a copy of this book directly from the author in exchange for an honest review.
What is it about?
This is a fantasy adventure story in which a master thief, barbarian warrior, and performing magician are recruited/forced to work together in order to find and destroy a vampire with plans to take over a city.
Was it good?
This book was entertaining. The characters banter with each other all throughout the story. Also, the constant fighting seems to have a real “bar fight” atmosphere to them with our heroes being constantly thrown across a room or into a wall, or being held up by their necks and threatened to death. Honestly, I don’t know how they survived until the end, but it was amusing along the way.
The story was a bit predictable and the writing could use another round of editing. Primarily what bothered me was the lack of question marks when people ask questions. If it weren’t for that I am sure I would have liked this book a lot more.
If the description above sounded interesting to you, then I recommend you give it a try. It’s not too long a story to just read for fun, and the characters will keep you interested.
What is it about?
This is a fantasy adventure story in which a master thief, barbarian warrior, and performing magician are recruited/forced to work together in order to find and destroy a vampire with plans to take over a city.
Was it good?
This book was entertaining. The characters banter with each other all throughout the story. Also, the constant fighting seems to have a real “bar fight” atmosphere to them with our heroes being constantly thrown across a room or into a wall, or being held up by their necks and threatened to death. Honestly, I don’t know how they survived until the end, but it was amusing along the way.
The story was a bit predictable and the writing could use another round of editing. Primarily what bothered me was the lack of question marks when people ask questions. If it weren’t for that I am sure I would have liked this book a lot more.
If the description above sounded interesting to you, then I recommend you give it a try. It’s not too long a story to just read for fun, and the characters will keep you interested.
January 10, 2019
I enjoyed reading this book. The characters and the story hold your attention. A great addition to my collection of fantasy novels, I rank it with such stories as Dragonlance and early Conan novels. The author balances character and plot development with skill, finding a great balance of these with the descriptions of the environment and the magical elements of his fantasy world. I recommend this to anyone who is a fan of fantasy novels, particularly those of us that grew up playing RPGs in the 80s and 90s. It was a fast read for me, I look forward to his next novel.
April 20, 2019
A rip-roaring adventure tale!
Thieves’ Honor is a rip-roaring adventure of old! It heartens back to some of the fun stuff I read in my youth, like the tales of Conan the Barbarian and Robert Adams Horseclans Series.
This is a fun tale that takes lots of twists and turns as three worthy heroes find themselves thrown together to work towards a goal none of them want in the beginning, but drives each of them by the end.
If you are looking for your next adventure, you’ve just found it! Stop reading the reviews and dive right in!
Thieves’ Honor is a rip-roaring adventure of old! It heartens back to some of the fun stuff I read in my youth, like the tales of Conan the Barbarian and Robert Adams Horseclans Series.
This is a fun tale that takes lots of twists and turns as three worthy heroes find themselves thrown together to work towards a goal none of them want in the beginning, but drives each of them by the end.
If you are looking for your next adventure, you’ve just found it! Stop reading the reviews and dive right in!
August 4, 2021
A Van Helsing style riveting story
A thief, a mage, and a warrior walk into a bar...I mean jail. It's not a joke, it's the story of Thieves' Honor.
Joking aside, three unlikely allies team up against an immortal villain—a treacherous and megalomaniac vampire serial killer. Although different from most fantasy books I've read lately, Thieves Honor reminded me of Van Helsing.
The writing is fluid and atmospheric creating vivid images for the reader and the characters are well fleshed out and relatable. There are a few plot twists you won't see coming and brace yourself for a bittersweet ending.
I recommend Thieves Honor to all fantasy lovers but especially to those who favor the classics.
A thief, a mage, and a warrior walk into a bar...I mean jail. It's not a joke, it's the story of Thieves' Honor.
Joking aside, three unlikely allies team up against an immortal villain—a treacherous and megalomaniac vampire serial killer. Although different from most fantasy books I've read lately, Thieves Honor reminded me of Van Helsing.
The writing is fluid and atmospheric creating vivid images for the reader and the characters are well fleshed out and relatable. There are a few plot twists you won't see coming and brace yourself for a bittersweet ending.
I recommend Thieves Honor to all fantasy lovers but especially to those who favor the classics.
October 15, 2019
It is an adventure story that jumps into the action right away. It felt pretty standard D&D fare, entertaining, but things I've read before. Then I hit the twist and it went a direction I wasn't expecting. The end was very satisfying. I would call it a bittersweet ending. It did set things up for another book, which I would definitely read.
I really liked Tyrell as a character. I thought his personal story arc was extremely interesting, a mage with a painful past. I wish he would have spent more time on that aspect. A short story prequel perhaps? I really enjoyed the banter. I laughed out loud several times while reading it. It reminded me of Princess Bride.
What I didn't like: There was a little too much fighting in the beginning. I think the same animosity could be demonstrated in fewer scenes. That really is my only criticism.
It is definitely a good story, I was surprised, amused, and saddened. I liked how everything came together at the climax. I definitely would recommend this to anyone who loves a good adventure, with magic, vampires, and supernatural creatures.
I really liked Tyrell as a character. I thought his personal story arc was extremely interesting, a mage with a painful past. I wish he would have spent more time on that aspect. A short story prequel perhaps? I really enjoyed the banter. I laughed out loud several times while reading it. It reminded me of Princess Bride.
What I didn't like: There was a little too much fighting in the beginning. I think the same animosity could be demonstrated in fewer scenes. That really is my only criticism.
It is definitely a good story, I was surprised, amused, and saddened. I liked how everything came together at the climax. I definitely would recommend this to anyone who loves a good adventure, with magic, vampires, and supernatural creatures.
October 14, 2018
Quite good
Good tale, decent character development, looking forward to more. Cc cc x x x x x x x x x
Good tale, decent character development, looking forward to more. Cc cc x x x x x x x x x
December 9, 2025
Thieves’ Honor hooked me immediately with its blend of dark fantasy, mystery, and flawed characters trying to outrun their own pasts. Tarnath feels alive — dangerous alleys, sleepless docks, whispers of an ancient evil — and the atmosphere is so vivid it practically breathes.
What really stands out is the trio at the center:
a mage who’s unsure he deserves the title,
a barbarian who constantly stumbles into trouble,
and a cutpurse whose ego is both his downfall and his charm.
They aren’t heroes — they’re condemned men with one last shot at redemption. Watching them clash, argue, stumble, and slowly become something resembling a team is one of the book’s biggest strengths.
The “Dockside Slayer” adds a great layer of tension, and the pacing keeps you turning pages. But the heart of the book is the theme in the title — honor in a world that doesn’t reward it.
This is gritty fantasy with soul, and I enjoyed every minute of it.
What really stands out is the trio at the center:
a mage who’s unsure he deserves the title,
a barbarian who constantly stumbles into trouble,
and a cutpurse whose ego is both his downfall and his charm.
They aren’t heroes — they’re condemned men with one last shot at redemption. Watching them clash, argue, stumble, and slowly become something resembling a team is one of the book’s biggest strengths.
The “Dockside Slayer” adds a great layer of tension, and the pacing keeps you turning pages. But the heart of the book is the theme in the title — honor in a world that doesn’t reward it.
This is gritty fantasy with soul, and I enjoyed every minute of it.
August 5, 2021
When an ancient evil stalks his city, a nobleman, driven by revenge, drags three men from the dungeon and presents an ultimatum: avoid the gallows by hunting the darkness. The mage trapped in self doubt, a swift mouthed thief and a marauding barbarian face many battles and shocks, not least surviving each other.
It takes a while to get into the plot, but Combs disperate trio eventually grab hold of the heart and imagination, drawing the reader into a tight knit group of found family, by way of sniping and throwing punches.
In the world of fantasy, I rarely find a book centring entirely on brotherhood and honour, rather than romance, and I grew to love the narrative. The end is moving and heartbreaking.
Whilst there was the odd typo and formatting issues, it's still five stars for a true pageturner and thoroughly engaging read.
It takes a while to get into the plot, but Combs disperate trio eventually grab hold of the heart and imagination, drawing the reader into a tight knit group of found family, by way of sniping and throwing punches.
In the world of fantasy, I rarely find a book centring entirely on brotherhood and honour, rather than romance, and I grew to love the narrative. The end is moving and heartbreaking.
Whilst there was the odd typo and formatting issues, it's still five stars for a true pageturner and thoroughly engaging read.
December 30, 2024
Great book, I really enjoyed it. The characters are well-developed, the pacing was steady, and the story engrossing. A gripping to the fantasy genre, the author masterfully balances descriptions of the environment, characters, plot development. I recommend this to anyone who is a fan of novels, particularly those who up with strong interest in RPG from the s and90s and enjoy a good adventure story. It was a faster read for me than most books. I can't for the next one.
June 12, 2024
Excellent Read
If you enjoy a good fantasy adventure, definitely give this book a chance! A good solid fantasy read in my opinion.
If you enjoy a good fantasy adventure, definitely give this book a chance! A good solid fantasy read in my opinion.
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