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The Milesian Accords #4
The House Between Worlds
The Milesian Accords have fallen, but their shadow remains.
As magic returns to the mundane world, so do supernatural creatures. A federal agent seeking answers, a spurned Nephilim searching for his fae-blood wife, and a primeval goddess hungering for power all seek Liam Knox, the First Druid of the Accords.
New allies and old foes appear as paths converge on a nexus between realities. No longer a simple farmhouse, the druid’s home has become a pathway between worlds and a locus of power.
Can Liam protect his family? Can he shield those who have no other place to go? And can he keep magic from destroying this world?
As magic returns to the mundane world, so do supernatural creatures. A federal agent seeking answers, a spurned Nephilim searching for his fae-blood wife, and a primeval goddess hungering for power all seek Liam Knox, the First Druid of the Accords.
New allies and old foes appear as paths converge on a nexus between realities. No longer a simple farmhouse, the druid’s home has become a pathway between worlds and a locus of power.
Can Liam protect his family? Can he shield those who have no other place to go? And can he keep magic from destroying this world?
- GenresUrban FantasyFantasy
396 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 26, 2021
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June 14, 2022
Interesting story overshadowed by obnoxious characters
Tim was an annoying character, but Skye is literally one of the most obnoxious characters ever to grace the pages of a book. Mr. Osborne has some decent ideas, but when it comes right down to it he has some serious issues developing characters.
Tim was an annoying character, but Skye is literally one of the most obnoxious characters ever to grace the pages of a book. Mr. Osborne has some decent ideas, but when it comes right down to it he has some serious issues developing characters.
June 7, 2023
This series keeps getting better. I've said before that it's a bit of Niel Gaiman's "American Gods" -- but this is that plus that odd midwestern feel for the crossroads of humor and food and the constant feeling that the apocalypse is nigh again and we'll all just keep getting on as we always do. The world may end (again and again) but as long as there's pizza and beer, we'll get it figured out.
October 30, 2021
Another solid entry in a four star plus series
The author does it again. Another great book with a good original story, interesting characters, and those characters are always developing and growing. Osborne also has broad and varied knowledge of mythology and the real world. I highly recommend the entire series.
The author does it again. Another great book with a good original story, interesting characters, and those characters are always developing and growing. Osborne also has broad and varied knowledge of mythology and the real world. I highly recommend the entire series.
October 26, 2021
There's a saying that there are two sides to every story, and that is especially true of the house between the worlds. On the one hand, the house is a perfectly normal house, sitting in the countryside of normal, ordinary world. On the other hand, the house is a perfectly normal, albeit magical house, sitting in the magical realm of the fae and the old gods. And where you wind up when you walk out the door depends upon certain factors. Are you magical? Or are you maybe mundane? And, if so, are you aware of the world beyond ours, where all the magic lives? If you meet the criteria, perhaps you can pass through from one world to the other. Of course, in the long run, where you wind up also depends on the whim of the house's owner, the dreaded First Druid. And if you don't meet HIS criteria, there's no telling where you might wind up. Of course, you might squeak by, especially since Liam Knox has his druidly hands quite full, and might not be paying nearly as much attention as he should be to who's come knocking at his door. Could be the Norse pantheon, wanting some of what they don't currently have. Could be one of the Forgotten Gods, trying to make a come-back. Could even be one of the neighbor children, wanting to come in and play. All of which add up to a massive headache for the beleaguered First Druid, leaving him with the ancient game of "Will he, won't he?" to sort out. To find out just how well he juggles all the issues without losing his grip, you really need to read the book. You won't be disappointed. I wasn't, even though I'm not a fan of playing hopscotch with the characters.
The book is very well written, and despite bouncing back and forth between characters, it's a very smooth and intriguing read. If you like urban fantasy, you'll really like this book.
The book is very well written, and despite bouncing back and forth between characters, it's a very smooth and intriguing read. If you like urban fantasy, you'll really like this book.
February 19, 2023
I was actually hesitant to start this book. It came out over a year ago and I was a bit worried if there would be a fifth book. The first three books really concluded the initial story arc so was this a failed attempt to continue to the story or not?
As it turns out a fifth book has just been released which I am quite happy with because this is a decent urban fantasy series.
The Milesian Acords has fallen and a new one is in place. Of course, now all the magical entities in several worlds are vying for power and Liam Nox, the First Druid, are smack in the middle.
It is a nice urban fantasy read. Liam has to juggle protecting his family, manage the supernatural worlds and their denizens, handle mundane everyday problems (mostly coming from having teenage kids) and so on and so forth.
There are some issues as far as I am concerned though.
I really didn’t like the flopping back and forth to read the same event from different viewpoints. I never do like that kind of story telling. Also there’s some political bla bla and silly things like needing to get social security number for people etc. Then the idea of suddenly someone tapping into “heroic” magic is just too far into la la land for me.
Still, overall, I enjoyed the book. A lot of the old characters are back and some new ones are introduced. I’ve already picked up the fifth book in the series.
As it turns out a fifth book has just been released which I am quite happy with because this is a decent urban fantasy series.
The Milesian Acords has fallen and a new one is in place. Of course, now all the magical entities in several worlds are vying for power and Liam Nox, the First Druid, are smack in the middle.
It is a nice urban fantasy read. Liam has to juggle protecting his family, manage the supernatural worlds and their denizens, handle mundane everyday problems (mostly coming from having teenage kids) and so on and so forth.
There are some issues as far as I am concerned though.
I really didn’t like the flopping back and forth to read the same event from different viewpoints. I never do like that kind of story telling. Also there’s some political bla bla and silly things like needing to get social security number for people etc. Then the idea of suddenly someone tapping into “heroic” magic is just too far into la la land for me.
Still, overall, I enjoyed the book. A lot of the old characters are back and some new ones are introduced. I’ve already picked up the fifth book in the series.
March 6, 2023
As magic returns to the mundane world, so do supernatural creatures. A federal agent seeking answers, a spurned Nephilim searching for his fae-blood wife, and a primeval goddess hungering for power all seek Liam Knox, the First Druid of the Accords.
New allies and old foes appear as paths converge on a nexus between realities. No longer a simple farmhouse, the druid’s home has become a pathway between worlds and a locus of power.
Can Liam protect his family? Can he shield those who have no other place to go? And can he keep magic from destroying this world?
An long forgotten goddess on a mudereous streak as she drains the magic around her, Tim having to girlfriends, and trying to transverse the new world they live in, the Eureka Accords, and even home town Bloomington plays a roll.
New allies and old foes appear as paths converge on a nexus between realities. No longer a simple farmhouse, the druid’s home has become a pathway between worlds and a locus of power.
Can Liam protect his family? Can he shield those who have no other place to go? And can he keep magic from destroying this world?
An long forgotten goddess on a mudereous streak as she drains the magic around her, Tim having to girlfriends, and trying to transverse the new world they live in, the Eureka Accords, and even home town Bloomington plays a roll.
November 2, 2021
Really enjoyable.
The Milesian Accords are done. Long live the Eureka Accords.
Only, some people aren't happy with the deal hammered out after the Champion triumphed and are using some underhanded tricks to ensure they get their way.
And so we have a first druid with his hands full, having to deal with his two kids (his teenage son taking after him and being a druid, his young daughter taking after her mom and feeling nekkid without a blade nearby...), a mixed moon council, a new player in the game....
I don't want to say more to avoid spoilers, but some characters from the first trilogy make another appearance, some new ones appear and are a true joy...
Really enjoyed it!
The Milesian Accords are done. Long live the Eureka Accords.
Only, some people aren't happy with the deal hammered out after the Champion triumphed and are using some underhanded tricks to ensure they get their way.
And so we have a first druid with his hands full, having to deal with his two kids (his teenage son taking after him and being a druid, his young daughter taking after her mom and feeling nekkid without a blade nearby...), a mixed moon council, a new player in the game....
I don't want to say more to avoid spoilers, but some characters from the first trilogy make another appearance, some new ones appear and are a true joy...
Really enjoyed it!
July 23, 2024
This was my favorite book so far. I've really come to love Liam and Pixel, the kids, and all the cast of characters. I've really grown to love these characters but one thing that Osborne does is introduce other characters and have them slip into the story perfectly. I really enjoyed the federal agents and the big baddie, this baddie and her magic eating really felt nefarious and dangerous, she made it feel like the stakes were higher. Although I started to dislike Erin towards the end of book three, she wasn't in this book at all, and I started to wonder what happened. I'm heading right into book five and I'm thinking there will be some answers in the next.
January 13, 2023
meh.
I think this is a fun series. This book just felt a little bit like an exercise in world-building, rather than an exciting entry into the series. I like where it’s going, and I’ll still pick up the next book, but… I wasn’t wowed.
Also, as far as the Audible narration? The guy sounds like a narcoleptic William Shatner: overly dramatic, but bored with the material. His accents and pronunciations are great, though.
I think this is a fun series. This book just felt a little bit like an exercise in world-building, rather than an exciting entry into the series. I like where it’s going, and I’ll still pick up the next book, but… I wasn’t wowed.
Also, as far as the Audible narration? The guy sounds like a narcoleptic William Shatner: overly dramatic, but bored with the material. His accents and pronunciations are great, though.
August 18, 2023
the eureka accords
Try as he might the Druid is not going to please all sides into accepting him. This is the best book of the series. Is it because Erin does not appear?
Now to see how she effects book five, after book two, my enjoyment bar is not set too high, I hope to be surprised…
Try as he might the Druid is not going to please all sides into accepting him. This is the best book of the series. Is it because Erin does not appear?
Now to see how she effects book five, after book two, my enjoyment bar is not set too high, I hope to be surprised…
October 27, 2024
A terrific read
What a fitting sequel (hopefully not the conclusion) to the original three-book series. Old familiar characters get even better; a host of new characters are developed.
Love the story line, the well-paced action and the overall atmosphere of the worlds within.
Really looking forward to reading more...!
What a fitting sequel (hopefully not the conclusion) to the original three-book series. Old familiar characters get even better; a host of new characters are developed.
Love the story line, the well-paced action and the overall atmosphere of the worlds within.
Really looking forward to reading more...!
March 4, 2022
Good Series
I was sceptical when I started the first book, as I was looking for something to read between my other serie's books. Only it turned out far better than I expected. Hopefully, the story will continue.
I was sceptical when I started the first book, as I was looking for something to read between my other serie's books. Only it turned out far better than I expected. Hopefully, the story will continue.
June 16, 2022
Another homerun
Well presented series that could be enjoyed just as well stand alone.
Skillfully woven story lines blend familiar characters with new players. I can't wait for the next bit of the story!
Well presented series that could be enjoyed just as well stand alone.
Skillfully woven story lines blend familiar characters with new players. I can't wait for the next bit of the story!
October 31, 2021
Nice YA Urban Fantasy
Enjoyable clean read that added to the series. Excellent use of Celtic folklore and excellent plot. Sidhe are very well portrayed.
Enjoyable clean read that added to the series. Excellent use of Celtic folklore and excellent plot. Sidhe are very well portrayed.
November 19, 2021
Nice series
If magic came back into our mundane world is the premise,works for me. Entertaining series with imaginative characters running throughout.
If magic came back into our mundane world is the premise,works for me. Entertaining series with imaginative characters running throughout.
January 16, 2022
fun tromp and wonderful what if isms
Really great take on what if this all happened looking forward to the next! Keep up the wonderful characters! T
Really great take on what if this all happened looking forward to the next! Keep up the wonderful characters! T
March 14, 2022
A great story
You can not stop here. You have plenty of story left in this story line. This cannot be the end. Keep writing.
You can not stop here. You have plenty of story left in this story line. This cannot be the end. Keep writing.
July 31, 2022
Excellent series
A wonderful continuation of an urban fantasy series. I enjoyed this whole 4 book series. Best celtic themed modern fantasy I have found yet.
A wonderful continuation of an urban fantasy series. I enjoyed this whole 4 book series. Best celtic themed modern fantasy I have found yet.
September 11, 2022
1.21 Gigawatts good, the story moves along and comes to a fine finish.
May 2, 2024
This entire series has been incredible. I am hoping the talk I heard about a book six was true and it will be coming out soon.
June 30, 2022
More!!!!!
This is was the best modern fantasy series I've read since the Harry Dresden and I hope he adds another book. Thank you Mr. Osborne!!!
This is was the best modern fantasy series I've read since the Harry Dresden and I hope he adds another book. Thank you Mr. Osborne!!!
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