Taut, thrilling, and seamlessly paced… A page-turner.
In a city filled with magic and danger, a young swordsman must confront a forbidden power within himself in Walker’s engrossing third installment of the Tales from the City of Magic series. Mocked for his lack of magic, Daric unexpectedly discovers a forbidden power within himself. Now, he must master these abilities to stop a necromancer and prevent a prophesied disaster. As tensions rise, Daric faces a crucial choice: save the city or become its downfall. Walker skillfully weaves the fantastical—sorcerers, magical creatures—into deep personal histories and motivations, creating characters that are both relatable and captivating. Traditional themes of identity, power, friendship, and acceptance are explored with a refreshing twist, particularly through Daric’s internal struggle with his powers and the pressures of societal expectations. Walker’s writing is both poignant and gripping, seamlessly combining evocative descriptions with electrifying action. The witty dialogue provides a reprieve from the story’s dark undertones, while the characters’ relationships and conflicts evoke raw empathy in readers. A captivating tale of magic, suspense, and moral dilemmas, this is a stunner.
The Sorcerer and the Necromancer
A Tale From the City of Magic
Susan Ann Walker
Pub date August 5, 2024
ISBN 979-8332362934
Price $11.99 (USD) Paperback, $0.99 Kindle edition
