Review: A great new fantasy series and an author to watch
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 21, 2013
4 1/2 stars"Caller of Light" by T.J. Shaw is a delightful debut fantasy novel that introduces an excellent new voice of the genre. A beautifully crafted tale that is centered on a world containing fascinating creatures called Critons which exist in a society that is divided into multiple kingdoms vying for superiority. A beleagured young woman, Carina McKay, undervalued and ignored by her father and disdained by her half-sister, seeks refuge with the ferocious winged creatures normally used for transport and battle, despite all opposition. King Marek Duncan, bonded rider of the rare solid red Alpha Criton, FireStrike, is startled to discover hidden depths in the young woman he has inexplicably chosen to be his mistress rather than making her half-sister his queen. Together they face unexpected treachery and danger which only deepens their bond and allows Carina to discover more about herself until they both realize that they can soar to wondrous heights, perhaps even dare to interact with the world where Critons are born.This was a wonderful fantasy that I sincerely hope will be the start of a new series.... I...enjoyed the rich descriptions of this world, the creative presentation of the various creatures and the tale which presents familiar themes in a very entertaining fashion. I look forward to another exciting tale from this author and hope that it will not be a long wait!(complete review is at nightowlreviews.com) Night Owl ReviewsI received a copy of this title in return for an honest review.