A Vanishing Glow (The Mystech Arcanum), by Alexis Radcliff
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When the High Sovereign of the rapidly-industrializing realm of Ghavarim is murdered by a mysterious assassin, the rulers of the five kingdoms of the Federation are plunged into a vicious power struggle. Jason Tern, a noble captain from the borderlands, must battle shadowy half-human assailants with limbs of brass and steel while untangling an ever-widening web of lies and intrigue to discover the true identity of the killer before mounting tensions spark a bloody civil war. Meanwhile, Nilya Valsu, a brilliant army engineer running from a hidden past, finds herself used as an unwitting pawn in an explosive plot with deadly consequences. Wracked by guilt, her sole chance for redemption lies with a man who would loathe her – but only if he knew her secret. As the conflict intensifies between the magic-fueled technology of the opulent Westerners and the disaffected rebels of the war-torn East, all must fight for what they hold dear. Who will control the mysterious source of magical energy which beats at the heart of Ghavarim? Who will seize the sprawling capital as the musket-smoke wafts over the horizon? And when the rapiers are sheathed, who will lie bloodied on the ground in the light of a vanishing glow?
A Vanishing Glow (The Mystech Arcanum), by Alexis Radcliff- Amazon Sales Rank: #431570 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-10-01
- Released on: 2015-10-01
- Format: Kindle eBook
Review "I can't say enough good things about this book. Incredibly strong debut novel [...] MUST READ!" -- Ben Mariner, author of Apocalypse Wow "I really have to gush over the huge cast of interesting and mysterious characters in this book. [...] One of the things I enjoyed the most was the world building, which was in my opinion, rather superbly done. [...] I would definitely recommend checking out this impressive debut novel." -- Rowan, at Babbling of a Book Babe "It's a rambunctious and enjoyable piece of fantasy. It's got some original ideas, and they flow together well into a fascinating read. [...] yes, pick this one up, it's worthwhile." -- Chris Meadows, at Scifi and Fantasy Reviews
About the Author Alexis Radcliff is an author, gamer, and history junkie who lives in the Portland area with her husband and a very fluffy, very surly cat.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Industrial Fantasy packed with intrigue, action and approachable characters. By Eric Landreneau a punchy, fast-moving Steam……er…Well, I’d say “steampunk,” but it ain’t. I’ve been wondering what this sub-genre should be called. Like my novel “BREAK!” it is a fantasy, but set in a dawning industrial age after man has bent magic to his will and harnessed it to power machines. (What, nothing could possibly go wrong!) I would name the genre “magitek,” but that’s just ripping Final Fantasy off.Bah! No matter! Call it what you want – this book was great! The world is in upheaval, society reeling from the first couple of decades of an industrial revolution (that’s not an easy change to go through) with a fractious young federated government at the helm. In this environment – realistically complete but never overbearing in its description – the book follows two main protagonists in parallel storylines fraught with ambition, treachery, and heavy emotion. These are heroes who would not view themselves as such, weighed down as they are by heartbreak and self-doubt stemming from past events which are gradually and naturally revealed through the course of the story, taking you deeper into the weight of their old wounds even as the action and rising chaos drive onward to a thundering climax.This is not a gentle book, but there is a gentleness and empathy in the author’s treatment of her characters, so that even the villains are allowed their humanity. As fantastical as the setting and events are, the characters are so realistically wrought in their drive and motivations that the story easily comes to life in the mind. This has the side effect of turning some of the triumph at the end into tragedy – it’s harder to feel good about the bad guys failing when you realize that they aren’t evil, just broken. The story becomes less of an escape and more of a reflection. But I wouldn’t have Radcliff change it for anything. This world is real to me, these people matter, and I’m eager to read what comes next.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A Vanishing Glow By Jonel Radcliff’s world building definitely puts this novel on the map. Her vivid descriptions and intricate narrative highlight the imagination and creativity in the world that has been created for the one of a kind tale. I appreciated the varying pace of the story which highlighted and underscored the various events in the tale. The sub-plots that wove throughout the novel were intriguing and underscored the complexity of this world.Radcliff has created a fun and varied cast full of all types of personalities. Not only did the individuals captivate me, but the way in which Radcliff develops the differing regions and the resulting peoples was fantastic.As a whole this was a wildly imaginative and quite intriguing tale. Radcliffe has created a multifaceted world that is well developed, crating the perfect backdrop for her characters to shine.Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A world of fascination. By Pandorasecho First, the obligatory disclaimer, I received this copy for free in exchange for an honest review, and after glancing through several other reviews I see that it has worked well for her. Many other reviewers feel, as I do, that this book, although self published, is very well written and edited.I'm not entirely certain which genre best fits this novel, or even if this is truly one novel or two shorter novellas? That is part of why I liked it. There were enough things that I couldn't predict to keep me interested until the very next surprise. A Vanishing Glow is billed as Volume 1 & 2 in the Mystech Arcanum but it feels like neither section would be complete without the other.Set in the world of Ghavarim, the beginning of the book is complex and requires a degree of attention and some rereading, as the world building and character motivations and interactions are non-stop. Fortunately Alexis Radcliff proves to have a very firm grasp on the reality of her world and the loves, hates and politics of its young government. The characters quickly become fleshed out and I found myself reacting to them as I would to real people, adoring some, irritated by others, worried for the ones I really cared about and unable to stop them from making their own choices and putting themselves in danger. Hating a couple, as we should.This story has sons and their Fathers in healthy, and in dysfunctional relationships, it has friends, and loyalty, betrayal and mourning, it has a lot of politics and intrigue and a murder mystery, and commitment and heroes. It has clockwork armies and steampunk tech, but most of all it has two strong story lines that you will care about. My favorite character may not be yours, because there are a lot of well developed characters, but the young, good-hearted, confused, determined, bomb setting explosives expert with a back for inventing, and a strong sense of loyalty and pride is my favorite. I love every moment with Aniya but her story is not a soft, easy story and it evoked a few tears.Thank you for sharing your story with me, Alexis, and to anyone else who has time and a desire for good entertainment, A Vanishing Glow, is well worth reading.
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