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Kind words for Ringlander: The Path and the Way (See in shop)


Out of this World SFF

One of my favorite reads of the year and a book that had me under its spell whenever I picked it up Full review

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Krina Shah - Amaze of Words

I can’t wait to get lost in this world. The writing is fresh and clever. Full review

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Out of this World SFF

I can't remember a fantasy series that had me this enraptured and fascinated with its history and worldbuilding Full review

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Philip Chase

A pleasure to read, I read it very quickly and enjoyed [his] contribution to the wealth of self published fantasy out there. Full review

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Before We Go Blog

The Path and the Way is a wonderfully detailed and exceptionally well-done fantasy story that stands out as one of the best titles I have read this year. Full review

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The Bibliophile Chronicles

An exceptionally addictive read, one that is well-paced and excellently plotted. Full review

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The Bibliophile Chronicles

Fallen Shards is a tremendous sequel, one that will leave readers wanting more...If you're looking for an epic fantasy adventure with fascinating characters and a compelling plot, Ringlander is a series you do not want to miss! Full review

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Lou Nigra

This is among the best fantasy novels I've read in my long life.

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Library of a Viking

The Battle That Was Lost is one of the most ambitious and concise fantasy novellas I have ever read.

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Spells and Spaceships

An ambitious debut that takes all the right risks to create a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable epic fantasy. Full review

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Fantasy Book Nerd

The Battle That Was Lost is a compelling short story, full of gritty action scenes, some underlying dark humour and believable characters, serving as a good introduction to the world of Ringlander. Full review

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The Wulver's Library

The world has opened up, the plot is heavy, the character work exquisite.

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Fantasy Book Nerd

Ringlander: Fallen Shards is a perfect book for those who like their fantasy epic with good character development.  Full review

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Abbey’s Book Topia

Some great action sequences and heart pounding moments too. I liked all the characters and really enjoyed reading from Kyira and Fia’s narratives. Full review

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slavicreader

I’ve never quite gotten those kinds of feelings from reading a book before, except maybe when reading Robin Hobb’s writing.  Full review

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Paul's Picks

This was a solid undertaking that was rewarded with a story about family, love, and the changing politics of this world. Full review

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The Fantasy Inn - Kopratic (SPFBO 7 Judge)

Hooked me from the start. It was such an immersive read, and I absolutely love that in a book... This is a book that I think just needs to be read Full review

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P. L. Stuart - Author of The Drowned Kingdom Saga

Quick, brutal, and bloody, the way it should be. Full review

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Jamedi

Ringlander: Fallen Shards is a great second novel in the saga, perfect if you are looking for a coming of age story, a big epic arc that delves deeper into the world presented in The Path and the Way. A really enjoyable book that continues cementing the foundations of a big world. Full review

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Helen Sedgwick

Jackson’s impressive, multi-layered debut is vividly imagined and gripping.

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Tales From Absurdia

This is another impressive outing from Jackson, and well worth your time if you’re into fantasy fiction. Full review

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D.A. Smith

Jackson's deft hand paints the strokes of this action-packed battle novella in blood and graveyard humour. Full review

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Spells and Spaceships

Jackson’s new book complements his existing work, building the world and its inhabitants further whilst setting you up really nicely for future novels. Full review

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Fanfiaddict - David Walters

Eloquent prose, cosmic worldbuilding, and eclectic characters collide in this follow up to the SPFB07 semi-finalist, The Path and the Way. Fallen Shards continues Jackson's surge onto the indie scene that just goes to show you that you absolutely can judge books by their covers.

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Tales From Absurdia

The first installment in Ringlander’s universe is a fantastic read. It’s clear, concise, and compelling. Full review

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Fantasy Book Critic

An utterly compelling novella with plenty of pulse pounding action, wry humour, and a surprising amount of worldbuilding. Full review

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Arina - Reading Rogue

Fallen Shards is a battle-drenched examination of the self—a bold continuation to the Ringlander saga. As it broadens conflicts and further blurs the fate of our characters, it offers no tidy resolution, only a simple, resonant motif: may you always fight. And so it rallies readers to endure life’s changing tides, no matter the cost, no matter the fear. Full review

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Arina - Reading Rogue

As a cosmic war reshapes the land and anti-imperialist rebellion spreads throughout Rengas, political games and intimate journeys collide to deliver a thoroughly engrossing and brilliant debut. Full review

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