Finding unlooked for assistance and friendship in the Chandarin desert, Erl and Tari are devastated when dire events overtake them, ruining their last chance at reaching Orosturbe."I really enjoyed this story. I found myself reading it without noticing the time was passing because I was engrossed in the action." E BaxterFrom finding relatives, to losing new friends, Tari and Erl have a roller coaster of a ride in this tale.Travelling across the harsh desert sands of...

Fearing for her life, Otta has left the protection of the House of the Half Bloods in Orosturbe, and is determined to reach the relative safety and freedom of the caldera known as Fulagunh."I really loved Otta. From the start there was so much in her to admire, starting with her thoughts about Ogany in chapter one." S MooreKnowing she will be pursued by the kaerlings, Otta tries to navigate the subterranean roads between the six craters that make up the kaerling st...

Three volumes of poetry in one e-boxset!"Beautifully presented by a beautiful lady. Freya has had a tough journey and great sadness in her life, her writing is sensitive and insightful. Thank you Freya." M CallowThis is a poetical biography in three parts.Insides deals with Freya's struggles with cancer.My Mythology reveals her sources of inspiration and her take on the wonderful and weird world of fantasy.This Is Me is an honest, sometimes tongue-in...

As Lored attempts to investigate the truth of the charges brought against Rue, the herb woman, Tari tries to hide her insecurities and doubts behind a facade of serenity."This is a fantastic read. The characters are all well drawn and the landscape through which the characters move is familiar and easily imaginable, yet quite magical as well." W ThomasLored and Tari must keep the twins' presence on the Isle of Kiros a secret, as the taku-kevir starts to question wi...

Lored and Otta must set aside their differences in order to survive a long, dark journey in the bowels of the earth.I could almost feel like I was there with them because the descriptions were very vivid. Elizabeth BThey've been driven underground by a fire-breathing monster, but who is pursing them now?With invisible enemies behind them, the two companions must stay ahead of those who wish them harm, as they seek to find a way through the maze of tunnels i...

As Clay and Lally adapt to life in Orosturbe, Lored and his companions find themselves trapped on a desert island.Freya Pickard's style is fresh and lively, rhythmic and cadenced, in step with the development of the story, with the dialogues and the peculiar traits of the characters. Her imagery is decidedly rich and vivid, capable of taking the reader on a tangible, real journey. C MesselodiWhen Nilo rescues Lored and his friends, he has no idea he will shortly be...

The companions have reached the shores of Jargoiden in pursuit of their abducted friends, but how do they even start tracking the kaerlings?"The relatively peaceful opening moves through a series of escalating peaks of tension, culminating in an intense and frightening conclusion. There's a great mix of characters who stand out from one another and even contrast ‐ eg. Tari's vulnerability versus Otta's fearlessness." W ThomasIt falls to Lored, the taku-kevir, as the eldest ...

Lored finally has enough evidence to clear the herb woman, but can his claims absolve Rue of the charges of murder?Although the focus changes between characters and places, it all flows well from one chapter to the next. The overall effect is very satisfying. I think this is the most accomplished instalment so far. Well-structured, great character- and world building. Can't wait for the next book! W ThomasWhen Lored discovers damning evidence against the Prince Con...

After escaping from the Isle of Kiros, the companions face a long ocean voyage together …"The writing is tight and skilful and I really enjoyed the descriptions. Each character is well described and they are all very different to each other. There's lots of going on and lots of different viewpoints and these work well together without becoming confusing. I especially liked the climax with the fight with the pirates." E BaxterThe four companions are finally heading north onc...

They're running from a ghost and have no idea where they're running to …"This is the type of work that should be taken seriously by fantasy fans." Chris SWhen Tari and Erl take refuge in a pine forest in order to escape from bandits, they hadn't expected to be hunted by a pale wolf.Trying to return to Port Haru no Hana, the two young companions are constantly chased in the opposite direction by the hungry-eyed lupine predator.If they can't find Lore...

Lored and his companions are on a rescue mission but first they have to endure a sea voyage."I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It's a beautifully written story and I find all of the characters interesting. The descriptions, particularly of the sea voyage, were fabulous. I can feel myself being present in the places described. There are lots of hints of problems to come and foreshadowing which all adds to a sense of mystery." E BaxterLored and Otta are struck ...

Five disparate people drawn together in pursuit of one goal.I so enjoyed the latest instalment of The Kaerling. The action was pacy and compelling. The characters had really settled into themselves and were well-rounded. I read it all in one sitting and was totally engrossed! Jenny PoulterTheir mission was simple – to rescue Lally and Derri from the evil kaerlings.But catching up with the kaerlings proves to be anything but simple, and the five companions discover t...