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This superb novel takes gothic horror to a most frightening level. The horrible bits are stomach churning, made more acute by the contrast between these sections and the rest of Mordant’s elegant prose. What is Emma escaping from and why is she headed to the very cool sounding Flammark – a seemingly chocolate-box village? There,Continue reading “This superb novel takes gothic horror to a most frightening level”

Wow! This book is completely awesome! I honestly couldn’t put it down and would have read it all in one day if my eyes hadn’t decided it was time to sleep and I wanted my full wits about me as the electrifying conclusion approached. Described as a supernatural thriller, it really only dips its toeContinue reading “Outstanding! One of my favourite books of the year; it deserves more than five stars.”

I really enjoyed reading this book. I think it was very intelligently written and it was a real page turner, I always wanted to know what happened next and didn’t want to put it down. The characters and the plot were well written, although I think there was a bit where the science was glossedContinue reading “A real page-turner”

When Angels Fear is one of those books that kept popping up in my life. I’m glad it did. One of the most important things to me as a reader is the Voice of a book. And this book sang to me. I loved the language and it’s usage. The author understands the value ofContinue reading “Strong, confident writing.”

When angels fear is, at its heart, an abuse survivor’s tale. It is dressed in horror and there are fantasy elements and paranormal elements, but it nevertheless circles around to its main theme – that of abuse survival and the associated feelings of guilt and rage and despair that go hand in hand with saidContinue reading “A Survivor’s Tale”

The story starts by introducing us to the central character, Emma, who leaves an abusive and controlling relationship to start afresh in the sleepy village of Flammark. As she comes to terms with the new life in the village, she starts to realise that everything is not as it initially seemed. As Emma engages withContinue reading “A suspenseful, well written, engaging gothic tale.”

At first I wasn’t sure where this story was taking me but soon I was drawn in. Emma was on the run from a violent relationship. Unsure of where to turn she finally finds sanctuary in a village- and so the nightmare begins.When Angels Fear reminded me of the Wickerman 1973 film – inspired byContinue reading “Powerful Writing”

Once I started reading this book, I found it very hard to put it down. Looking forward to the next instalment. Amazon Review *****

I really enjoyed this book, a great read and page turner. I loved the mix of genres with just the right amount of creepiness for my vivid imagination. The dialogue is relatable, I found myself muttering a few choice words along with the characters in parts! Would definitely recommend and can’t wait for the nextContinue reading “A real page turner!”

I really loved the way the story started with the premise of a woman escaping domestic abuse and how she grows stronger page by page in this fast paced victim to hero thriller. I really cared about all of the well drawn and clear characters in this atmospheric drama. I would definitely recommend the bookContinue reading “Wonderful and Thrilling Mystery”