I've read the first three chapters, and it reminds me of a modern day 'Catcher in the Rye'. I like the black humour and the wistfulness with which you write about your past - it's both painful and funny at the same time. I can certainly identify with some of the scenarios you describe! I'm not su... view book

Aitor, This is a well written story, unique in historical terms and easy to engage with. You introduce a great hook linking Charlemagne's honoring from the Pope with the death of a warrior. You have many of the classical ingredients - small civilisation under threat, the journey, the master-pupil... view book

Simon, I really like this, and can see it as a great hit with the 11-13 age group you're pitching for. I love the life-evil point, and the class options in Phasmatis. You also portrayed the sadness around Alice and Luke's lives in enough depth to make me look forward to them getting their own bac... view book

Hi Abigail, This has been on my WL for a few days, and was worth the wait. Superb writing, you tell a great story, and I'm thoroughly absorbed in the plot. What a feisty character Tisha is! I also like your terminology, eg Splitways, Realm Rider. Relic feels like a cross between authoritarian, ... view book

Hi Robert, A really enjoyable read. The shark scenes are vivid, as is your description of the encounter between Liko and Felipe. Bringing in William Kidd's descendant is a nice twist too. I'm happy to back this - best of luck. Mark (Stand up and live) view book