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The Witchfinder
In a post-apocalyptic world where tyranny and medieval torture reign supreme and witch burnings are an everyday occurrence, a top Witchfinder must confront the very Church he serves when he learns of its dark past and twisted plans for the future.
The Church of the Deiparous rules with an iron fist and its rising star, Witchfinder Imperator Malachi Thorne, is committed to leading its cause. Thorne is a man on the fast track to greater things so when a convicted traitor and heretic escapes his grip, he won’t tolerate it marring his perfect record.
As he pursues his quarry, he must confront demons, sorcery, and a cult of witches out for his blood. But when Thorne comes face to face with the Church’s dark past and its twisted present, his faith is tested to its limits. Now Thorne must decide who and what he believes in—and what he will do about it.
The Church of the Deiparous rules with an iron fist and its rising star, Witchfinder Imperator Malachi Thorne, is committed to leading its cause. Thorne is a man on the fast track to greater things so when a convicted traitor and heretic escapes his grip, he won’t tolerate it marring his perfect record.
As he pursues his quarry, he must confront demons, sorcery, and a cult of witches out for his blood. But when Thorne comes face to face with the Church’s dark past and its twisted present, his faith is tested to its limits. Now Thorne must decide who and what he believes in—and what he will do about it.
340 pages, Hardcover
Published September 23, 2021
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July 15, 2021
4/5
I have no words at all for how this book ended. This book is everything I have been looking for this month. It has action, enemies to lovers, romance, witches, fighting scenes, and many more scenes that will for sure make your heart beat radically!
I could not put this book down, and I am so happy to have had the opportunity to read this ARC and to review it. The Witchfinder is such an iconic book, with such an imaginative plot. I really hope that there will be a second book, otherwise, if it is only a standalone, then this is surely my favorite standalone of 2021.
There were many great aspects of this book. The writing was really good. Personally I love reading stories from the 3rd perspective, and this book was in the 3rd perspectives. This really helped the plot as we could get more depth of the scenes, and we also get the opportunity to get different character POVS.
The writing also helped improve the characters throughout the book. I learned that I actually got attached to Thorne, and I saw some real potential in Teska’s character. I just love them so much!!
Lets not forget that the way the plot was layered out was really good, and it just pulls you into the story till you forgot about time and food and water and all of that. Basically, the plot was told out in a great way during the story.
The only thing that really irritated me was the fact that the characters where linked way too fast. It’s like the relationship between the characters, especially Thorne and Teska was rushed because there was not enough time to write them out through the plot. I just wish that all the characters liked each other in a moments wait.
That’s it! Thanks
I have no words at all for how this book ended. This book is everything I have been looking for this month. It has action, enemies to lovers, romance, witches, fighting scenes, and many more scenes that will for sure make your heart beat radically!
I could not put this book down, and I am so happy to have had the opportunity to read this ARC and to review it. The Witchfinder is such an iconic book, with such an imaginative plot. I really hope that there will be a second book, otherwise, if it is only a standalone, then this is surely my favorite standalone of 2021.
There were many great aspects of this book. The writing was really good. Personally I love reading stories from the 3rd perspective, and this book was in the 3rd perspectives. This really helped the plot as we could get more depth of the scenes, and we also get the opportunity to get different character POVS.
The writing also helped improve the characters throughout the book. I learned that I actually got attached to Thorne, and I saw some real potential in Teska’s character. I just love them so much!!
Lets not forget that the way the plot was layered out was really good, and it just pulls you into the story till you forgot about time and food and water and all of that. Basically, the plot was told out in a great way during the story.
The only thing that really irritated me was the fact that the characters where linked way too fast. It’s like the relationship between the characters, especially Thorne and Teska was rushed because there was not enough time to write them out through the plot. I just wish that all the characters liked each other in a moments wait.
That’s it! Thanks
July 11, 2024
“We must be willing to sacrifice our lives for something greater than ourselves—for something that will benefit all of humanity.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I am very pleasantly surprised with this Dystopian novel! I was a huge dystopian reader back in middle/high school, and have been craving a good dystopian lately! This book definitely itched that scratch with its post-apocalyptic setting, twisty plot, and character depth 😌
The world building was heavy but provided plenty of necessary information about this post-apocalyptic setting of the southern us! I was so intrigued with the idea of a corrupted religious organization ruling as a government and how it impacts this society! It definitely took me a minute to get into it, but once we started diving into the plot I was hooked 🙌 there was so much action, twists (my jaw literally dropped at certain points), and character development with a touch of enemies-to-lovers romance 🤭
“She was a traitor and heretic, probably a witch as well. Yet ever since he’d laid eyes on her, he hadn’t been able to get her out of his mind.”
Our mmc, Malachi Thorne, is the witchfinder imperator who helps protect the values of the Church. He finds himself being torn between duty and love and struggles to determine the right thing to do. I really didn’t like Malachi at first, but he goes through so many hardships which leads to some wonderful character development! I really look forward to seeing how he moves forward after the ending of this book!!
“Obligation and emotion collided; friendship and love complicated what should’ve been a simple decision.”
The side characters were so fun and I really enjoyed learning all of their stories! My favorite was definitely Teska 🤭 that girl is a total badass and I loved her sass!
“I’m Teska Vaun. I’ve paid for your services. You do what I say, when I say, until I say we’re done. Clear?”
I would’ve loved to see more distinction between POV changes at certain points in the book. We switched between third person limited to third person omniscient a few times, which kind of threw me off. This only happened a few times though and usually there was a breaker between POV changes!
I think a map would’ve been amazing as well, but I understand that’s not always feasible 🫶
Edit: there is a map on Kingrea’s website!! It’s stunning and so helpful!
Overall, I definitely recommend this book to lovers of dystopian! I really look forward to the next book 🙌
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I am very pleasantly surprised with this Dystopian novel! I was a huge dystopian reader back in middle/high school, and have been craving a good dystopian lately! This book definitely itched that scratch with its post-apocalyptic setting, twisty plot, and character depth 😌
The world building was heavy but provided plenty of necessary information about this post-apocalyptic setting of the southern us! I was so intrigued with the idea of a corrupted religious organization ruling as a government and how it impacts this society! It definitely took me a minute to get into it, but once we started diving into the plot I was hooked 🙌 there was so much action, twists (my jaw literally dropped at certain points), and character development with a touch of enemies-to-lovers romance 🤭
“She was a traitor and heretic, probably a witch as well. Yet ever since he’d laid eyes on her, he hadn’t been able to get her out of his mind.”
Our mmc, Malachi Thorne, is the witchfinder imperator who helps protect the values of the Church. He finds himself being torn between duty and love and struggles to determine the right thing to do. I really didn’t like Malachi at first, but he goes through so many hardships which leads to some wonderful character development! I really look forward to seeing how he moves forward after the ending of this book!!
“Obligation and emotion collided; friendship and love complicated what should’ve been a simple decision.”
The side characters were so fun and I really enjoyed learning all of their stories! My favorite was definitely Teska 🤭 that girl is a total badass and I loved her sass!
“I’m Teska Vaun. I’ve paid for your services. You do what I say, when I say, until I say we’re done. Clear?”
I would’ve loved to see more distinction between POV changes at certain points in the book. We switched between third person limited to third person omniscient a few times, which kind of threw me off. This only happened a few times though and usually there was a breaker between POV changes!
I think a map would’ve been amazing as well, but I understand that’s not always feasible 🫶
Edit: there is a map on Kingrea’s website!! It’s stunning and so helpful!
Overall, I definitely recommend this book to lovers of dystopian! I really look forward to the next book 🙌
January 25, 2022
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I actually quite enjoyed this book! I found it incredibly well-written with strong characters and a steady, interesting plot. I really enjoyed the religious aspects and the questions posed throughout the novel. I think the exploration of the Church and God, and the corruption that has plagued this institution throughout time, was really well done - it was fictional yet not, and I enjoyed that mix.
The beginning of this book sort of throws us right into the story so it did take me some time to get my bearings and figure out what was going on and who was who. Despite this, it did get off to a slower start. One thing I will mention (and this is really more a personal preference than anything else) is that characters were referred to by their first and last names throughout the book. So in one paragraph it's Malachi, and in another it's Thorne for example. While that wouldn't necessarily be a problem for 1 or 2 characters, I found that it took me awhile to figure out who was who when this happened with many different characters. Again, this is really more a personal preference and I'm sure there were other readers who had no trouble keeping up!
I really liked the main male lead, Malachi. I found his journey from stout believer in the Church to questioning of its practices very realistic. His emotions were laid bare, and I enjoyed watching him work through them all to come to his final decisions. I also really liked the supporting characters - Warner, Cabbott, and Traugott in particular. Malachi's "sidekicks" had me laughing out loud at times, which I love in a book! And I was completely surprised at the twist with Traugott's character.
We also had Teska Vaun. I liked her character as well, but I found that the romance between her and Malachi (thought not fully fleshed out in this book) was a bit rushed. I sort of felt like one moment they were sworn enemies and the next they were questioning whether or not they loved each other. I feel like this may get a bit more attention in the next book, so I'm interested to see where Kingrea takes this.
The plot really picks up in the last half of the book, getting much more fast-paced and bringing in several different elements. While I did enjoy the entire reading experience, I found that I flew through the end much more quickly than the beginning. I feel like this is often the case with fantasy books however, as there is alot of world-building and character development to get through. So again, I'm interested to see how this pans out in the next book.
Overall, I found this to be a great introduction to what I'm sure will develop into a great series (a trilogy if I'm not mistaken). The writing style is excellent, and the world-building is what I expect from a high fantasy novel. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys more of a heavy read, with lots of plot elements, and great character development.
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I actually quite enjoyed this book! I found it incredibly well-written with strong characters and a steady, interesting plot. I really enjoyed the religious aspects and the questions posed throughout the novel. I think the exploration of the Church and God, and the corruption that has plagued this institution throughout time, was really well done - it was fictional yet not, and I enjoyed that mix.
The beginning of this book sort of throws us right into the story so it did take me some time to get my bearings and figure out what was going on and who was who. Despite this, it did get off to a slower start. One thing I will mention (and this is really more a personal preference than anything else) is that characters were referred to by their first and last names throughout the book. So in one paragraph it's Malachi, and in another it's Thorne for example. While that wouldn't necessarily be a problem for 1 or 2 characters, I found that it took me awhile to figure out who was who when this happened with many different characters. Again, this is really more a personal preference and I'm sure there were other readers who had no trouble keeping up!
I really liked the main male lead, Malachi. I found his journey from stout believer in the Church to questioning of its practices very realistic. His emotions were laid bare, and I enjoyed watching him work through them all to come to his final decisions. I also really liked the supporting characters - Warner, Cabbott, and Traugott in particular. Malachi's "sidekicks" had me laughing out loud at times, which I love in a book! And I was completely surprised at the twist with Traugott's character.
We also had Teska Vaun. I liked her character as well, but I found that the romance between her and Malachi (thought not fully fleshed out in this book) was a bit rushed. I sort of felt like one moment they were sworn enemies and the next they were questioning whether or not they loved each other. I feel like this may get a bit more attention in the next book, so I'm interested to see where Kingrea takes this.
The plot really picks up in the last half of the book, getting much more fast-paced and bringing in several different elements. While I did enjoy the entire reading experience, I found that I flew through the end much more quickly than the beginning. I feel like this is often the case with fantasy books however, as there is alot of world-building and character development to get through. So again, I'm interested to see how this pans out in the next book.
Overall, I found this to be a great introduction to what I'm sure will develop into a great series (a trilogy if I'm not mistaken). The writing style is excellent, and the world-building is what I expect from a high fantasy novel. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys more of a heavy read, with lots of plot elements, and great character development.
July 4, 2021
I think this was a great book. World building was on point, character development, action! It was everything that I was hoping it would be and yet I feel unfulfilled at the same time. I want more of this book because I ATE it up. Can’t wait for more from this series!
July 13, 2021
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC, this one was like a baby of The Witcher and A Conjuring of Shadows. I know, you are thinking “hmmm”, but yes if you like either of those you will enjoy this one.
May 14, 2024
Witches have no souls. There’s nothing to save
Date: 2023/04/09-2023/04/14
Genre:Fantasy
Rating: ★★★★.25
Spice rating: —
Age rating (I think): 16+
TIGGER WARNINGS: torture, death, profanity
Thank you for the e-copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
First, what you can expect from this book:
· enemies to lovers (but rather hate to love)
· found family
· unique world construction
· great wording
· exciting and adventurous
· some chapters end with a cliffhanger or twist
· the battle of good and evil
· morally grey characters
· witches and magic
· 3rd person
· mainly male lead
· medium-paced
· funny speeches
PRELIMINARY:
I'll be honest, this book was very hard for me to absorb (but eventually did) and that was due to the slow start and the names that I didn't even know because I don't live in the United States (but still, what a cool name Malachi is for a main character, if anyone is interested means messenger of god, which is almost comical here).
The characters grew very close to my heart, especially Teska, I could identify with her a lot and I'm sorry for everything she had to go through. I've always loved strong and fighting women, but she holds a special place in my heart even among them.
When I finished this book, I had so many emotions swirling inside me that I couldn't really name any of them, but I also can't decide how I feel now a day later.
ATTENTION SPOILER (if you haven't read the book, scroll down at your own risk)
THORNE
Okay, shame-no shame, but I only read a few male-lead books, so this was the first one I picked up in a long time and, to be honest, I was quite afraid of it, because it's a little harder for me to identify with male lead characters, because I'm always used to them only the love interests. But I was pleasantly disappointed. Thorne was everything I wanted and expected from this book. He goes through an unusual character development (that's seriously rare) throughout the book and it's remarkable from him. At the beginning of the book, he has the power, and like everyone he uses it, both deterrence and obtaining information, he blindly believes in the church and does not question whether what he is doing is right. With him, you can observe in a terrible good way what happens to a person when he is suddenly deprived of this superiority and has to survive without it. Actually, I don't believe that he is bad, but I wouldn't say that he was good either, because he did a lot of bad things and his hands are not clean - no one's are - but at least he can learn from his mistakes. It is clear that his motivation is replaced by loyalty to friends and love, and along the way he finds something that is really worth fighting for. It was what made him so human; his bad decisions, his loyalty and how he changed. You may see him a stern and evil figure on the outside, but inside is much more complex, capable of empathy and he's fight for those who close to him. Overall, he was a great protagonist, someone I would love to read about anytime.
TESKA
My Ghost, who was so brave, for so long and didn't forget to remain human in a world full of monsters. Like Malachi, she goes through a lot of character development herself; Driven by revenge, she turns from a lost thief into a true warrior and finds the path destined for her by fate. I guessed that she has something to do with witches or brexias (and that Throne witchfinder simply makes things funnier), but not so much. It was obvious from the first moments that she was not normal and that there was something special about her. I loved that she was so determined and brave and persistent but never blind, not only in not following the church, but because she was able to forgive Solomon, which took a lot of strength for her. She has undeniably become one of my favorite female characters with her personality and uniqueness. I look forward to seeing what happens to her.
THE OTHERS
As in (almost) every book, you need a funny secondary character, but here the author managed to make his jokes so well that they were not disturbing. Yes, Warner carried this thing on his back and I'm really grateful to him for that, even in the most tense moments he had a joke up his sleeve and made me laugh. I was so scared that he and Cabbott might not survive, but they did, so now I'm calm and owe that witch with my soul.
For me, Hawkes was more of a fighter and protector than a real personality, despite this, I have to mention him because of his loyalty and perseverance, since without him the characters would not have lived (and without Teska).
Dario, well, he was either terribly strong or terribly stupid. Maybe both at the same time, maybe neither, but I know that he did everything for his family and friends, and for that I respect him. He literally - though not willingly - gave up most of his life to find out what happened to his nieces, only to lose them again. Somehow I don't trust that he will be with us for a long time, he will slip by like a butterfly, but I am ready for it, because like him, but I have no other choice.
Neris, the brexia (or witch) is the leader of the communion. To be honest, I wanted to get to know her better and her goals and motivations, because she wasn't really driven by anything other than fear, on the contrary, she was very interesting and I hope we can get to know her better in the future.
A single word is enough for Rann; Darth Vader and everything will make sense.
Merrick was a revolutionary, a leader and a fool. But honestly I got used to his presence and it was terrible when he disappeared and what they did to him. He deserved much, much better. He believed so much in a better future so much, and he wanted it so much and it didn't work out for him, but I hope Throne will do it for him and bring them a free world, one in which there is no church, no rules and free people.
LOVE STORY
Okay, so I couldn't stick enemies to lovers on this no matter how much I wanted to. They weren't really enemies (or not long enough to be called enemies), but the fact is that they didn't get along well in the beginning. Although for me this out-of-the-air love was a bit rushed, it wasn't that terrible, not as much as I've experienced in other books, here at least they got time and probably more, because nothing really happened. I wouldn't really say that they are together, rather they just stomp in front of the other and expect that the other will notice this.
Totally random comment:
Ok, Teska has red hair (just like witches used to) but that's not the strange thing, it's that Elaine had it too (according to Merrick) but I have no idea who she is and what happened to her. I mean, she's proven to have something to do with Throne and uhhh I feel like this is a painful memory for him. But I'm still very interested in who or what exactly she was.
THE PLOT PACE/CONCEPT/ETC
One of my problems - as I mentioned - was caused by the slow start, but I understand why it was necessary; to get to know the situation and the characters, regardless, that's why I had to remove it from the rating.
The plot itself actually kicks in around 20%, so it clearly deserves the flag of slowness at the beginning, but from there it gallops like a wild horse and I honestly liked that we never stopped for a moment until the end and there was always something going on when I say that action is needed, that's exactly what I mean.
The wording, however, was beautiful, in the strictest sense of the word. I liked that author didn't just throw the words out there, but gave them real meaning and gave exactly as many descriptions of the things that the reader absolutely needs in order to understand the plot.
Okay, a map really helped a lot to define where we were going, but since I've never been very particular about them, I just let my brain fill in the places and imagine Departia itself, but this is definitely a plus point.
The world structure itself was very good, magic, witches, different creatures, etc., in a word, stayed true to its name and remained fantasy and did not change into something else.
FINAL WORD
So I finished this book thinking that I will definitely come back here in the future, as there is a second book and soon a third. Although I'm a little worried about the title, because in the previous book everything fell apart because of the Crimson Fathers and the Crusaders. I am very curious about their goals and what they want (or why they need Teska so much).
RECOMMENDATION
I definitely recommend reading it, because it guides you to a world where magic and monsters come to life, friendships are made and run away, secrets come to the destructive surface and dreams turn to dust. First of all, fantasy fans may like this book, but I strongly recommend it to anyone, because it is not worth missing.
August 6, 2024
I was given this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. This book completely floored me with the plot twists. Initially I had a difficult time getting into it, but the first 30% is completely necessary for the story as a whole. With any fantasy series, there will be a lot of information!
I thoroughly loved the character growth we see from Malachi and Teska. If you enjoy found family, political intrigue, adventure, and lots of plot twists I definitely recommend this book. I'm planning to start book two as I'm eager to find out what happens next!
I thoroughly loved the character growth we see from Malachi and Teska. If you enjoy found family, political intrigue, adventure, and lots of plot twists I definitely recommend this book. I'm planning to start book two as I'm eager to find out what happens next!
October 31, 2023
“The Witchfinder” is a dystopian post-apocalyptic story where the America we once knew, and the world as a whole, has been practically destroyed when fragments of the moon crashed to earth, triggering a nuclear war. In the aftermath, the survivors went back to tribe-like societies, forgetting their history in order to survive. By the time the book starts, we are close to a thousand years after the apocalypse and are in the south of America where magic is real, and The Church has become God instead of the other way around. That’s where Malachi and his crew come in. They hunt down not only magic users (witches, that all tend to be women) but also heretics and people who go against The Church in a “free thinker” sort of vein. Malachi is not likeable to start, he’s not meant to be, as the whole story focuses on his transformation from staunch believer in The Church to a free thinker himself. I just don’t think his transformation was as complete as I would have liked.
I won’t go into details about the transformation that Malachi undergoes, but even close to the end, I had a hard time believing he had truly given up The Church and started to change his ideology versus just wanting to get back at the person responsible for his most brutal wounds (physical and emotional). For me, personally, it meant that I never truly liked him as a main character and yearned for a stronger “ah-ha!” moment from him that went beyond just revenge. But the author does a great job in showing just how difficult it is to overcome religious trauma and brainwashing, so in that way, Malachi’s struggles were very real. That aside, the story’s pacing was excellent and moved along extremely well with just the right amount of world building interspersed throughout giving the whole book a sort of mystery-thriller feel to it as well. In fact, besides Malachi, my only other qualm was around how rushed Teska felt as a character as well as her relationship with Malachi.
Like most dystopian and post-apocalyptic stories, this fantasy was extremely dark. It’s full of brutal medieval torture and can be particularly triggering if you are dealing with your own religious trauma, so just know that going in. it fit very well with the plot and vibe of the book, and was well done, but I know those things aren’t for everyone. This book sets up an excellent foundation for the rest of the books in the series, I just wish I liked Malachi more and Teska had been given more time—hence the 4 stars. But if you’re a fan of dystopian stories with a touch of dark, epic fantasy, give “The Witchfinder” a try! And thanks to the author for the copy!
I won’t go into details about the transformation that Malachi undergoes, but even close to the end, I had a hard time believing he had truly given up The Church and started to change his ideology versus just wanting to get back at the person responsible for his most brutal wounds (physical and emotional). For me, personally, it meant that I never truly liked him as a main character and yearned for a stronger “ah-ha!” moment from him that went beyond just revenge. But the author does a great job in showing just how difficult it is to overcome religious trauma and brainwashing, so in that way, Malachi’s struggles were very real. That aside, the story’s pacing was excellent and moved along extremely well with just the right amount of world building interspersed throughout giving the whole book a sort of mystery-thriller feel to it as well. In fact, besides Malachi, my only other qualm was around how rushed Teska felt as a character as well as her relationship with Malachi.
Like most dystopian and post-apocalyptic stories, this fantasy was extremely dark. It’s full of brutal medieval torture and can be particularly triggering if you are dealing with your own religious trauma, so just know that going in. it fit very well with the plot and vibe of the book, and was well done, but I know those things aren’t for everyone. This book sets up an excellent foundation for the rest of the books in the series, I just wish I liked Malachi more and Teska had been given more time—hence the 4 stars. But if you’re a fan of dystopian stories with a touch of dark, epic fantasy, give “The Witchfinder” a try! And thanks to the author for the copy!
August 1, 2021
Thanks to NetGalley and BHC Press for sending me an Arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book has a medieval vibe to it that is consistent with European witchhunts throughout history. That said, there is a heavy focus on the Church as well. And the story centers on Malachi Thorne who is discovering that the Church may not be what it seems. I enjoyed watching his development and morals tested within the story. There's this constant inner conflict he has with himself to do what he believes is right, but also question what others - like the Church - think is "right". If that is something that will bother you or you may not agree with, the book may not be for you. If you do, however, appreciate a book that cross-examines The Church and religion, read this! It is a little slow in the beginning but do stick with it! The writing is top tier and the pacing does pick up with a crescendo of events and reveals about a quarter of the way through. From then on, it's mostly action and suspense and some humor!I also found the world building, political details very interesting too. He had me hooked once he began explaining how things work within the city and its rules and regulations. I wasn't expecting some of them. Also, I should mention for any romance lovers that there is some in the story! Thorne has a love interest named Teska. I'm not quite sold on it just yet because of the enemies-to-lovers thing happening between them, but I'm very curious to see how or if their relationship develops further in the next story. It gives me Yennefer/Geralt vibes but not in a copycat way. I just see people liking this book if you also enjoyed the Witcher or even if you like a Witchhunt book with the book being from the perspective of a Witchhunter!
This book has a medieval vibe to it that is consistent with European witchhunts throughout history. That said, there is a heavy focus on the Church as well. And the story centers on Malachi Thorne who is discovering that the Church may not be what it seems. I enjoyed watching his development and morals tested within the story. There's this constant inner conflict he has with himself to do what he believes is right, but also question what others - like the Church - think is "right". If that is something that will bother you or you may not agree with, the book may not be for you. If you do, however, appreciate a book that cross-examines The Church and religion, read this! It is a little slow in the beginning but do stick with it! The writing is top tier and the pacing does pick up with a crescendo of events and reveals about a quarter of the way through. From then on, it's mostly action and suspense and some humor!I also found the world building, political details very interesting too. He had me hooked once he began explaining how things work within the city and its rules and regulations. I wasn't expecting some of them. Also, I should mention for any romance lovers that there is some in the story! Thorne has a love interest named Teska. I'm not quite sold on it just yet because of the enemies-to-lovers thing happening between them, but I'm very curious to see how or if their relationship develops further in the next story. It gives me Yennefer/Geralt vibes but not in a copycat way. I just see people liking this book if you also enjoyed the Witcher or even if you like a Witchhunt book with the book being from the perspective of a Witchhunter!
December 6, 2021
The Witchfinder is a post-apocalyptic, epic fantasy. Due to environmental disasters and the actions of humans launching nuclear weapons, the world has regressed to a medieval state of living. Known as the Great Cataclysm, the people fear another reckoning. Now governed by the church, people have returned to observing the old faith, and witch hunters police the people.
One of the highest-ranking officers for the Church, Malachi is a Witchfinder Imperator. When one of his prisoners escapes, Malachi goes on a hunt to recapture the heretic and bring him to justice. Unfortunately, dark truths about the church come to light during his pursuit, causing Malachi Thorne to question his ideals, morals, and loyalty.
Riddled with classic epic fantasy adventure, our protagonist encounters witches and sorcery and confronts demons. There is romance, political intrigue, and ghastly fight scenes. As a character, Malachi is fulfilling. The moral struggles he goes through create a realistic arc and make him an interesting protagonist to follow.
Also, Malachi is an average person. There's nothing special about him, no hidden powers to catapult him above any other character. That aspect made the story more grounded and the dreadful events from our past- burning witches and prosecuting people who thought differently- all the more terrifying. One downfall to the character development is the relationship between Malachi and Teska, which feels rushed or forgotten, like a side note.
J.Todd Kingrea weaves a magical world, building a complex post-apocalyptic environment. The Witchfinder has the aesthetic and tone of the film Equilibrium with Christian Bale or the Korean comic book series Priest. It's a fantastic start to a complex and exciting story.
One of the highest-ranking officers for the Church, Malachi is a Witchfinder Imperator. When one of his prisoners escapes, Malachi goes on a hunt to recapture the heretic and bring him to justice. Unfortunately, dark truths about the church come to light during his pursuit, causing Malachi Thorne to question his ideals, morals, and loyalty.
Riddled with classic epic fantasy adventure, our protagonist encounters witches and sorcery and confronts demons. There is romance, political intrigue, and ghastly fight scenes. As a character, Malachi is fulfilling. The moral struggles he goes through create a realistic arc and make him an interesting protagonist to follow.
Also, Malachi is an average person. There's nothing special about him, no hidden powers to catapult him above any other character. That aspect made the story more grounded and the dreadful events from our past- burning witches and prosecuting people who thought differently- all the more terrifying. One downfall to the character development is the relationship between Malachi and Teska, which feels rushed or forgotten, like a side note.
J.Todd Kingrea weaves a magical world, building a complex post-apocalyptic environment. The Witchfinder has the aesthetic and tone of the film Equilibrium with Christian Bale or the Korean comic book series Priest. It's a fantastic start to a complex and exciting story.
October 7, 2021
Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review!
This was a good book! It started out slow and I'm not sure if it was the story or just my own personal mood but it took me a few chapters to get into it. But once I did get into it I didn't want to stop!
It's a very interesting storyline and one that I haven't come across before. Set hundreds of years in the future, society hasn't advanced as we would expect it but has instead almost regressed back into a bit of a medieval state. This state is due in part to natural events and also partly civilization's own advanced inventions. The current society is now almost entirely controlled by the Church, that is viewed as God. The Church employs men such as the Witchfinder Imperator, Malachi Thorne, to uphold it's laws and enact punishments to those that go against those laws. They condemn those that would be considered witches, freethinkers, heretics, and rebels.
Malachi Thorne, holds an exalted position, one that he has advanced to because of his commitment to the Church and what he believes is right. As he chases down a prominent heretic he finds himself on a journey that questions all that he has believed in his whole life.
This was a very interesting story. I liked the characters though I didn't completely believe the connection that happened between Malachi and Teska, it seemed to come out of nowhere. But maybe it's one of those things that occurs more off scene?
Overall, I enjoyed reading The Witchfinder and I'm interested in seeing how the series ends!
My rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars.
This was a good book! It started out slow and I'm not sure if it was the story or just my own personal mood but it took me a few chapters to get into it. But once I did get into it I didn't want to stop!
It's a very interesting storyline and one that I haven't come across before. Set hundreds of years in the future, society hasn't advanced as we would expect it but has instead almost regressed back into a bit of a medieval state. This state is due in part to natural events and also partly civilization's own advanced inventions. The current society is now almost entirely controlled by the Church, that is viewed as God. The Church employs men such as the Witchfinder Imperator, Malachi Thorne, to uphold it's laws and enact punishments to those that go against those laws. They condemn those that would be considered witches, freethinkers, heretics, and rebels.
Malachi Thorne, holds an exalted position, one that he has advanced to because of his commitment to the Church and what he believes is right. As he chases down a prominent heretic he finds himself on a journey that questions all that he has believed in his whole life.
This was a very interesting story. I liked the characters though I didn't completely believe the connection that happened between Malachi and Teska, it seemed to come out of nowhere. But maybe it's one of those things that occurs more off scene?
Overall, I enjoyed reading The Witchfinder and I'm interested in seeing how the series ends!
My rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars.
September 21, 2021
In this post cataclysmic world, The Church is not just the law, but has declared itself God and created an existence where The Church is everything and everywhere. In true church fashion anyone who The Church deems an enemy is labeled a witch or heretic and is handled in the same way witches and heretics have always been handled by Godly Men! Torture and burnings.
To maintain order, The Church, controls all aspects of the people's lives, from their education to their occupation. Additionally, The Church is a vast and powerful entity with no equal and has been for a thousand years, now. Maintaining complete control means that The Church maintains a vast army of enforcers.
In that, Malachi seems to be The Church's Rising Star. He is their best witchfinder. He is one of the most loyal members of The Church. His life seems complete and fulfilled. But everything is getting ready to change. Malachi finds himself in unbelievable situations and extraordinary circumstances. With that his whole belief structure will be challenged.
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To maintain order, The Church, controls all aspects of the people's lives, from their education to their occupation. Additionally, The Church is a vast and powerful entity with no equal and has been for a thousand years, now. Maintaining complete control means that The Church maintains a vast army of enforcers.
In that, Malachi seems to be The Church's Rising Star. He is their best witchfinder. He is one of the most loyal members of The Church. His life seems complete and fulfilled. But everything is getting ready to change. Malachi finds himself in unbelievable situations and extraordinary circumstances. With that his whole belief structure will be challenged.
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August 22, 2021
This book was a pleasant surprise!
The story is about Malachi Thorne he works for The Church of Deiparous as the top the witch-finder, which is really like a high-ranking officer in an army. He’s dedicated to the church completely. But when a heretic escapes and to keep his perfect record, he goes after the witch. Along the way, he finds out things about the church that have him second guessing his beliefs.
When I first started this book I thought oh no another witch finder remake but as I read it is very different. The world building and the character development were fantastic. It was fascinating to hear how the city was set up! Some rules or laws that were in place surprised me. I really hope this is going to be a series! Once the book got going, I was hooked, and I wasn't ready to leave this world just yet! Happy reading everyone!
Thank you BHC Press and J. Todd Kingrea for sharing this book with me!
The story is about Malachi Thorne he works for The Church of Deiparous as the top the witch-finder, which is really like a high-ranking officer in an army. He’s dedicated to the church completely. But when a heretic escapes and to keep his perfect record, he goes after the witch. Along the way, he finds out things about the church that have him second guessing his beliefs.
When I first started this book I thought oh no another witch finder remake but as I read it is very different. The world building and the character development were fantastic. It was fascinating to hear how the city was set up! Some rules or laws that were in place surprised me. I really hope this is going to be a series! Once the book got going, I was hooked, and I wasn't ready to leave this world just yet! Happy reading everyone!
Thank you BHC Press and J. Todd Kingrea for sharing this book with me!
July 15, 2021
Thank you NatGalley and the publisher for the ARC of this book.
If I want to be honest, I picked this book up on a whim and partly because I'm trying to get myself back to read heavy fantasy and it seemed like the perfect starting point to do that. It has witches and a man clashing with his religious ideas which is just on brand for me.
And this book did deliver that.
It is a really well written book if a little slow paced. My only criticism could be that (if it really can be considered criticism at all) I wouldn't have minded a little more witches actual witch hunting and less aimlessly wandering around because I often found myself in a need of reminder we are supposed to be chasing witches.
Regardless, in my opinion, the quality of the writing itself, the pacing and the build up is really exceptional and I'm glad I got the chance to read it.
If I want to be honest, I picked this book up on a whim and partly because I'm trying to get myself back to read heavy fantasy and it seemed like the perfect starting point to do that. It has witches and a man clashing with his religious ideas which is just on brand for me.
And this book did deliver that.
It is a really well written book if a little slow paced. My only criticism could be that (if it really can be considered criticism at all) I wouldn't have minded a little more witches actual witch hunting and less aimlessly wandering around because I often found myself in a need of reminder we are supposed to be chasing witches.
Regardless, in my opinion, the quality of the writing itself, the pacing and the build up is really exceptional and I'm glad I got the chance to read it.
September 21, 2021
I kindly received an ARC of this book from NetGalley. This has not influenced my review.
The Witchfinder is a Dystopian book set in the future after the world as we know it has been destroyed. The church reigns supreme and people are captured for being witches. It's an interesting concept of Witch Hunts that happened hundreds of years ago also happening in the future.
The book is full of magic and mystery and definitely has a few unexpected twists. The characters are pretty good although at times the Churchmen can be unbearable with their 'logic'. The character arc's are satisfying.
I did find bits of the book slow and I found it hard to get into the book initially. The final 1/3 however is really good, fast paced and has made me want to read the sequel.
3.5*
The Witchfinder is a Dystopian book set in the future after the world as we know it has been destroyed. The church reigns supreme and people are captured for being witches. It's an interesting concept of Witch Hunts that happened hundreds of years ago also happening in the future.
The book is full of magic and mystery and definitely has a few unexpected twists. The characters are pretty good although at times the Churchmen can be unbearable with their 'logic'. The character arc's are satisfying.
I did find bits of the book slow and I found it hard to get into the book initially. The final 1/3 however is really good, fast paced and has made me want to read the sequel.
3.5*
February 3, 2025
I'd like to give a special thanks to the author for approaching me with an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this one! It was a romp outside my usual genre, and it was fascinating!
I don’t usually read books like this, but these books have shown me the light. I love this story! The worldbuilding was so creative— I loved how the author modified the names and layouts of existing cities and highways, it was so creative and such a great avenue for visualization. I also loved the characters. My favorite was Teska— I love her arc and I’m so excited to see where it takes her! Anyway, these books are amazing, and I’m so glad I got the chance to read them!
Rating: 4/5
I really enjoyed this one! It was a romp outside my usual genre, and it was fascinating!
I don’t usually read books like this, but these books have shown me the light. I love this story! The worldbuilding was so creative— I loved how the author modified the names and layouts of existing cities and highways, it was so creative and such a great avenue for visualization. I also loved the characters. My favorite was Teska— I love her arc and I’m so excited to see where it takes her! Anyway, these books are amazing, and I’m so glad I got the chance to read them!
Rating: 4/5
March 22, 2023
✨Witchfinder Review✨
✨Book starts right away, action on page 14!
✨The church is orderly and immediately frightening with their doctrines and rigid structure.
✨I was excited to have a point of view chapter from our witch!
✨Our hero is almost an anti-hero and he has to overcome some pretty serious hurtles both mentally and physically!
✨Would recommend this books for fans of Ken Follett’s - Pillars of the Earth, and Bernard Cornwell’s - The Last Kingdom!
Thank you to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for a review!
✨Book starts right away, action on page 14!
✨The church is orderly and immediately frightening with their doctrines and rigid structure.
✨I was excited to have a point of view chapter from our witch!
✨Our hero is almost an anti-hero and he has to overcome some pretty serious hurtles both mentally and physically!
✨Would recommend this books for fans of Ken Follett’s - Pillars of the Earth, and Bernard Cornwell’s - The Last Kingdom!
Thank you to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for a review!
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August 8, 2021If you're looking for a novel that has a melange of politics, romance, gruesome fight scenes, friendship and in toto, a series that could capture you, then this does it for you.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the story revolves around Malachi Thorne, the Witchfinder Imperator (a highest-ranking officer) who serves for the Church, an order which rules with a tight fist and tyranny. In this medieval reign, witch practices are abandoned and those who pursue this are subjected to death. When a heretic escapes from Malachi's grip, he's hell-bent on finding and putting him to "justice". In the pursuit of this traitor, Malachi confronts demons, witches, sorcery and a dangerous dark truth of the Church which makes him question his loyalty, his ideals and importantly his belief. Thorne must decide who and what he believes in—and what he will do about it before his friends get killed in the cross-fire.
Despite being set in a post-apocalyptic world, The book has themes that reflect some of the current hot topics such as the importance of free will, opinions and importantly dangers of blind belief. I loved how the author has introduced the settings and set the premise for the saga. The characters are dynamic and I was happy to see a hero who is flawed and normal instead of having an inhuman power in the cliched fantasy/dystopian novels. The novel has the perfect pace, suspense, surprise elements and some unforgettable characters.
Although, I was able to guess the upcoming twist and ending, I was hooked by the instability of the story flow and was eager to see the pieces fit together. But I found it hard to pinpoint the exact location of the world. In the beginning, Malachi visits a town Rimlingham which was once called Birmingham (it is mentioned) and later on the narration describes places and objects that point to the United States. How did they manage to cross an ocean without a ship is a big question mark. It was quite difficult to remember who is who as there was a contradiction of names between narration and when spoken in dialogue. Not leave out the perplexity when the characters say "hells" instead of "hell" in the book.
A sound novel with a firm foot for a series that would satisfy the fans of the Witcher and Divergent series.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the story revolves around Malachi Thorne, the Witchfinder Imperator (a highest-ranking officer) who serves for the Church, an order which rules with a tight fist and tyranny. In this medieval reign, witch practices are abandoned and those who pursue this are subjected to death. When a heretic escapes from Malachi's grip, he's hell-bent on finding and putting him to "justice". In the pursuit of this traitor, Malachi confronts demons, witches, sorcery and a dangerous dark truth of the Church which makes him question his loyalty, his ideals and importantly his belief. Thorne must decide who and what he believes in—and what he will do about it before his friends get killed in the cross-fire.
Despite being set in a post-apocalyptic world, The book has themes that reflect some of the current hot topics such as the importance of free will, opinions and importantly dangers of blind belief. I loved how the author has introduced the settings and set the premise for the saga. The characters are dynamic and I was happy to see a hero who is flawed and normal instead of having an inhuman power in the cliched fantasy/dystopian novels. The novel has the perfect pace, suspense, surprise elements and some unforgettable characters.
Although, I was able to guess the upcoming twist and ending, I was hooked by the instability of the story flow and was eager to see the pieces fit together. But I found it hard to pinpoint the exact location of the world. In the beginning, Malachi visits a town Rimlingham which was once called Birmingham (it is mentioned) and later on the narration describes places and objects that point to the United States. How did they manage to cross an ocean without a ship is a big question mark. It was quite difficult to remember who is who as there was a contradiction of names between narration and when spoken in dialogue. Not leave out the perplexity when the characters say "hells" instead of "hell" in the book.
A sound novel with a firm foot for a series that would satisfy the fans of the Witcher and Divergent series.
December 2, 2021
If you are a fan of The Witcher series you are going to like this world.. It has that epic vibe to a "T", even if it is more on the post apocalyptic side. But that's not all, the plot is so engrossing and it correlates with so many of the circumstances we are living today (the importance of free will and autonomy of thought regardless of your beliefs) that it truly blew me away.
This is the story of Malachi Thorne (isn't that the coolest name?) a servant of The Church and Wow! his character development is one of my favorite things about the book (and I have many) How he needs to question himself and what he believes when faced with hidden truths about the church he serves it's so relatable and impactful..It all has a deeper meaning.. He's also a "normal" type character not a chosen one or an overpowered hero which I found so refreshing; it was so easy to connect with him..
I didn't like that much how quickly the relationships between the characters were stablished.. it felt a little like an afterthought not quite a progression but once they were set in motion we get a steady flow that made me overlook this...
This story has action (full action packed scenes so very well written that are so easy to get sucked into) Romance (minus the detail I mentioned earlier) and it has enough suspense throughout that will keep you guessing and looking forward to reading more...
I was delighted to read this book, it made it so easy to lose myself in the story and simply enjoy the ride.. and I urge you to do the same..
This is the story of Malachi Thorne (isn't that the coolest name?) a servant of The Church and Wow! his character development is one of my favorite things about the book (and I have many) How he needs to question himself and what he believes when faced with hidden truths about the church he serves it's so relatable and impactful..It all has a deeper meaning.. He's also a "normal" type character not a chosen one or an overpowered hero which I found so refreshing; it was so easy to connect with him..
I didn't like that much how quickly the relationships between the characters were stablished.. it felt a little like an afterthought not quite a progression but once they were set in motion we get a steady flow that made me overlook this...
This story has action (full action packed scenes so very well written that are so easy to get sucked into) Romance (minus the detail I mentioned earlier) and it has enough suspense throughout that will keep you guessing and looking forward to reading more...
I was delighted to read this book, it made it so easy to lose myself in the story and simply enjoy the ride.. and I urge you to do the same..
August 6, 2021
It's remarkable what would happen if an apocalypse would end all technology. Left are only the buildings, and after a few centuries, the Church rules with an iron fist, disguised as law and order. We meet The Witchfinder Imperator Malachi Thorne at the height of its post, hunting and judging accordingly. But things don't always go according to plan...
A more or less fast-paced book, easy to read and understand, that leaves you wanting more. The book is purposefully left in a cliffhanger, and I'm certainly waiting for the follow-up.
I dislike giving out spoilers over things I enjoyed, but here are some:
**Spoilers bellow**
**Yes, spoilers**
**You have been warned**
Regardless of all the good things, Malachi is seen with a different light after just a few chapters, which left me wondering if it was on purpose (Not because of what happened, but because of the camaraderie not shown in the first chapter or so).
Also, the thing with him and Vaun is just a bit too fast to happen and not very well explained, even when given a titbit of info of another character that looked like Vaun.
Something's are almost expected to happen when going with a medieval feeling with a church rule, and they did.
But I did enjoy that the Church doesn't only judge witches... and I'll leave at that.
A more or less fast-paced book, easy to read and understand, that leaves you wanting more. The book is purposefully left in a cliffhanger, and I'm certainly waiting for the follow-up.
I dislike giving out spoilers over things I enjoyed, but here are some:
**Spoilers bellow**
**Yes, spoilers**
**You have been warned**
Regardless of all the good things, Malachi is seen with a different light after just a few chapters, which left me wondering if it was on purpose (Not because of what happened, but because of the camaraderie not shown in the first chapter or so).
Also, the thing with him and Vaun is just a bit too fast to happen and not very well explained, even when given a titbit of info of another character that looked like Vaun.
Something's are almost expected to happen when going with a medieval feeling with a church rule, and they did.
But I did enjoy that the Church doesn't only judge witches... and I'll leave at that.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 6, 2022
The witchfinder is a sci-fi fantasy story set in a post-apocalyptic world where the Church of the Deiparous rules and Witchfinder imperator, Malachi Thorne, has to deal with a convicted heretic and traitor, Barnabas Kordell has escaped. Thorn sets out to recapture Kordell and has the help of his associates, Dario Darien, a clerk; Thurl Cabbott, a constable; Tycho Hawkes and Solomon Warner, deputies.
There is a lot of drama, thrill, and exciting scenes where you really get to understand Thorne’s decisions. World-building is what stands out in this book. It is well developed and explained. If you aren’t a fan of fantasy and want to ease yourself into the genre, you will enjoy this one.
As an avid reader, I always look for a sense of surprise, and I certainly was amazed. This is a well-written story, and it is apparent the author has a certain skill in writing science fiction.
I recommend this book to those who are into stories that embody politics, romance, war scenes and post-apocalyptic storylines.
October 7, 2021
Kingrea weaves an interesting story with excellent writing and top-notch world-building. So good, it's like looking through a doorway to another place and time with a full history, cities, and people that feel grounded in a very real world that you can almost touch and smell. I don't get into spoilers in my reviews, but I can say that the main character's arc, though rooted in what I'd consider a villain's role at first and long in finding it' apex, is worth the read. Also, it's pretty dark and gruesome at times. Not a turn-off for me, but a warning perhaps for others. I've rarely seen torture handled so.. eloquently?
I really had trouble finding anything to like with Malachai in the first half of the book. He feels like he should be the villain. In time, that changes but it's sort of a slow burn and the only reason this book gets a 4 instead of a 5.
Very good book. I'm interested to see where the series goes.
I really had trouble finding anything to like with Malachai in the first half of the book. He feels like he should be the villain. In time, that changes but it's sort of a slow burn and the only reason this book gets a 4 instead of a 5.
Very good book. I'm interested to see where the series goes.
September 24, 2024
I like fantasy, but I lean toward lighter stuff, not high fantasy. It's not that I don't like it, it's that I have a difficult time following it. It took me a while to really get into this story (it was absolutely a me problem), but once I did, I couldn't put it down. The last 100 pages or so had me riveted. I stayed up until 4 a.m. to finish it. (I'm a night owl anyway, I'm usually up late. My 4 a.m. is probably your 1 a.m.) I immediately went on Amazon to buy book 2.
I thought the writing was very good. The story is layered, there are many characters that are developed and change over time. I felt one way about a character when I started and the complete opposite when I finished.
It made me think I've been missing out on this high fantasy stuff and I want to try more. But only after I finish this trilogy first!
I thought the writing was very good. The story is layered, there are many characters that are developed and change over time. I felt one way about a character when I started and the complete opposite when I finished.
It made me think I've been missing out on this high fantasy stuff and I want to try more. But only after I finish this trilogy first!
August 25, 2021
Thanks, Netgalley and Publisher for letting me read! The action and the epicness in this one are on a really high level. I also think the world-building, the progress of the plot, and the character development progressed simultaneously. All characters introduced serve a purpose and the story moves forward pretty fast. Basically, you can't put the book down, because it's always getting to an interesting part. A lot of interesting themes and tropes are combined - the true meaning of justice, how following blind believes actually leads to suffering and disaster, that enemies-to-lovers that is just classic, the path each of us needs to take in order to find what they truly believe in and fight for.. We have also that lovely fantasy mix of magic, demons, witches, sorcerers, dark secrets being revealed. And the ending is also something else entirely! Definitely a must-read!
July 21, 2024
I definitely don’t read enough dystopian books. I rarely pick them up, then when I do I wonder why I don’t do it more. That same process happened with this book!
I went into this wondering if it would be too “high fantasy” for me, but it definitely wasn’t! This was easy to follow and captured my interest quickly with the action starting right away (hallelujah).
I really enjoyed the multiple POVs and the development of some of our main characters. I definitely started the story wondering why I was following an antagonist and loved how his story developed and all of the internal struggles he went through trying to determine what was “right”.
We also get a forbidden love / enemies to lovers in there too!
I went into this wondering if it would be too “high fantasy” for me, but it definitely wasn’t! This was easy to follow and captured my interest quickly with the action starting right away (hallelujah).
I really enjoyed the multiple POVs and the development of some of our main characters. I definitely started the story wondering why I was following an antagonist and loved how his story developed and all of the internal struggles he went through trying to determine what was “right”.
We also get a forbidden love / enemies to lovers in there too!
July 3, 2021
This was an amazing read! The story was very original and the world building was phenomenal. Kingrea does an incredible job detailing the world and characters making it very easy to visualize. The character development from beginning to end made me fall in love with the main characters and has left me very attached to our main character Thorne. The magic system within the story is also very unique. Todd nicely ties out the ending but leaves a lot of exciting prospects for his next novel in this series which I cannot wait to read.
April 2, 2022
I found myself wondering why I should be rooting for an Inquisitor as protagonist, and in some ways I still am, but Kingrea's hero is relatable to anyone who has ever questioned the world they were raised in and had to start anew. At first the romance of the story made little sense to the point of being a plot hole, but this too earns it's place as the story unfolds. That this book is a debut outing is evident, but shows the promise of a brighter future as the author polishes his craft. I look forward to more novels in The Deiparian Saga.
July 23, 2022
Wow, I don't even know where to start. The imagery, the nuance, the characters, the world-building, it all blew me away. I got wrapped up in the story right from the fiery opening. I really wasn't sure how well a blending of a post-apocalyptic world and the witch hunts of the Middle Ages would work out, and I was blown away. The characters are very complex, and watching Thorne face down many adversaries and change over the course of the book was fascinating. I absolutely hope to read more set in this same world!
May 20, 2024
It was a slow build for me but things really started to ramp up about halfway through the book, and now I can't wait for book 2! I have so many questions, hopes, theories; I need answers!!
The platonic relationships are really heart warming and the not-so-platonic relationship has me on the edge of my seat. Will they or won't they?
I'm loving all the bits and pieces of our current world thrown in there, it really helps me keep track of where they are and how they are traveling.
The platonic relationships are really heart warming and the not-so-platonic relationship has me on the edge of my seat. Will they or won't they?
I'm loving all the bits and pieces of our current world thrown in there, it really helps me keep track of where they are and how they are traveling.
July 31, 2022
A really engrossing story set in a dystopian medieval-type society over a thousand years in the future. This novel combines elements of fantasy, science fiction, and a touch of horror. It’s an action-packed adventure in which a powerful and privileged “ultimate insider” has a change of heart about the system he has always believed in.
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