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==Fantasy==
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{{newreview
|author=Martin Millar
|title=Lonely Werewolf Girl
|rating=4
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=The plot is simple - the werewolf of the title is 17 year old Kalix, exiled from her family due to her involvement in the head of the clan’s death. Her elder brother has set a price on her head, and is pursuing her with all sources he can muster. It sounds horrific? It is indeed, and there are some truly gruesome scenes, as werewolves battle amongst themselves, or with the humans who come into their orbit. However, these scenes do serve a purpose (to remind us perhaps, that they are werewolves, and not humans?!), and by and large do not occupy too large a part in the narrative.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0749942835</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Jaye Wells
|summary=This book is almost four hundred pages long, but I read it so quickly that it might as well have only had one hundred pages! Lia Milthorpe and her twin sister Alice have never really been allies, always slightly at odds with one another. When their father dies and they become orphans, the twins discover that they are enemies in truth, on opposing sides of a prophecy that could destroy the world. With the help of her new friends Sonia and Luisa, Lia must find the Keys before Alice does and prevent demons from taking over the world.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1905654480</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Patricia Briggs
|title=Cry Wolf
|rating=4
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=It is not easy to move in with a werewolf. He is two hundred years old or more, and you've been a werewolf for three years. He comes with generations of baggage, a father who is the capo di capi of werewolves in North America, and a job as his assassin and general fiery dogsbody. You are only just beginning to get to grips with your new status, and his temperament, and how they are expected to mix before you're confirmed as a couple. So when it comes to him clearing up a mess with regards to a lethal, rogue werewolf nearby - making humans take too much notice - the timing could have been better.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841497940</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=K S Turner
|title=Before the Gods (Chronicles of Fate and Choice)
|rating=5
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=''Before The Gods'' is presented as an enigma, wrapped in a puzzle and shrouded in mystery. The front is adorned by a beguiling image created by the author. A glance at the back cover serves only to tantalise rather than reveal what might be in store.
 
''This is where it all began. Everything. Love, hate, good, evil, us and them. This is before they were gods.''
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0956224202</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Barb and J C Hendee
|title=Child of a Dead God
|rating=3.5
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=Margiere, half-human, half-vampire, is being drawn south by dreams of an icebound castle. Her quest to discover a mysterious ancient artefact borders on obsession – a dangerous one that threatens the lives of her travelling companions. But little sage, Wynn, will follow her, seeking knowledge for her guild on the long forgotten history of their world, as will Chap and Elven warrior Sgäille, who swore an oath of guardianship to Margiere and Leesil.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841497312</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Markus Heitz
|title=The Dwarves
|rating=4
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=The charismatic dwarf, Tungdil, abandoned at birth, and brought up in the land of ''long-uns'' (humans), was raised and apprenticed to a magus. He finds that his peaceful life is about to change dramatically. Plucked from obscurity and anonymity, he is sent on a quest to find his fellow dwarves, delivering messages en route: naturally, adventure will follow him, and perhaps he is even the long lost heir to the dwarves' throne - time will tell!
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>0316049441</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Christopher Moore
|title=You Suck
|rating=4
|genre=Humour
|summary=You know that old adage about books and covers? Well this is a case in point. The title isn't great, but the cover design for the paperback imprint is, like, duh!, the pits. It is so uncool…so unrep-resent-ative of the book. This is not a cocktail thing. Not even a "Bloody Mary" thing.
 
Well, except for the tiny bit that is, but you'll discover that in due course.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841498092</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=K E Mills
|title=Witches Incorporated (Rogue Agent)
|rating=3
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=''Witches Incorporated'' is the second book in K.E. Mills' rogue agent series, which are about the exploits of wizard Gerald Dunwoody and his friends. In this book, Gerald has a new job as a secret agent for the Ottosland government. He's on a deadly mission to hunt down a saboteur, determined to make amends for his past. Meanwhile, his friends have set up an agency (Witches Incorporated) and are themselves heading for danger when they accidentally cross paths with Gerald's saboteur.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841497282</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Tad Williams
|title=The Dragonbone Chair
|rating=3.5
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=To Simon, an orphaned servant at the Hayholt, home of an aged king, it seems that his life will forever be dull and mundane. The King's youthful glory days were long ago and Simon, who dreams of adventure, sees his peaceful but quiet life as a tragedy. When the old King dies his son Elias is crowned, but begins to act strangely. Strange weather strikes the realm, terrifying beasts are attacking from the North, and the King, far from helping his people from these problems, is adding his own heavy taxes. Simon is caught up on a journey that is as full of danger and intrigue as he ever dreamed of, but finds it less than he hoped for. An ancient enemy is stirring, the High King Elias is aiding this enemy and it seems the only hope for the kingdom lies in the knowledge of the mysterious League of the Scroll and the finding of three ancient swords of power.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841498394</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Kevin J Anderson
|title=The Edge of the World
|rating=4
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=Kevin J. Anderson is perhaps better known for his Science Fiction books, such as continuations to the ''Dune'' Saga and numerous ''X-Files'' and ''Star Trek'' books. Having only ever read his ''X-Files'' books, I was unsure how I would like a fantasy book by someone who was so ingrained in my mind as a Science Fiction author. I needn't have worried, his first foray into the fantasy genre is a good start.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841496634</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Marie Brennan
|title=In Ashes Lie
|rating=4
|genre=Historical Fiction
|summary=It's September 1666 and although the mortals' Civil War is over the war amongst the fae is still raging in London. There's now a greater threat to the Onyx Court and it could destroy everything when a spark starts a fire which for three days spreads through the city devouring everything in its path. Can the mortals and the fae unite to find a way to defeat a foe which neither can better on their own?
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841497185</amazonuk>
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{{newreview
|author=Jim Butcher
|title=Furies of Calderon (Codex Alera)
|rating=3
|genre=Fantasy
|summary=The 'Furies' of the title refer to elemental spirits of earth, air, fire, water and metal which bond with humans and grant them magical abilities. Welcome to Alera, where all the citizens have magical powers. All except fifteen year old farm boy Tavi, a native of the Calderon valley who for some reason has been unable to create any bonds with an elemental.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1841497444</amazonuk>
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