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Beneath the Vaulted Hills, by Sean Russell

The time of the mages is nearly over; only one mage still lives, the elusive Lord Eldrich. There's one man who has first-hand knowledge of the mages -- Erasmus Flattery, a young empiricist who studied in Lord Eldrich's house as a child. Flattery has been trying to avoid his past, but is nevertheless drawn into a web of intrigue and mystery as he joins a diverse cast of characters in a race to discover the secrets of an ancient temple. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.

A perfect beginning to a great series, Dragon Prince never seems to sit long enough on my shelf to gather much dust. It keeps me coming back with its passionate portrayal of romantic love and hate, political intrigue, unique system of magic, well-drawn characters, and gorgeous descriptions.

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Fool on the Hill is some of the best fun you can have while lounging in your favorite easy chair, at least with your clothes on. Full of quirky language and good humor, it's a roller-coaster of a story that lurches along merrily from beginning to end, offering laughs and thrills along the way. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.

The Golden Key is an intriguing story about a magical but corrupt painter who seeks power through his art. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.

Despite dealing with heavy mythological and social themes, the overall tone of this novel remains light and humorous, as the characters deal with their situations with intelligence and wit. Read the full review by Becky Parkhurst.

The Mageborn Traitor is the average middle-of-a-trilogy book: it marks some time between the first and last books while advancing the story a bit. I'm left with mixed feelings: personal detachment from its characters, annoyance at the societal setup, and a certain amount of interest in what happens next. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.

Not one of Rawn's better efforts. I'm waiting for the sequel, but I'm not getting my hopes up too much either. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.

Replete with hidden jungle cities, mysterious runic languages, court factions, blood magic, beauty and sensuality, World Without End unfolds at a measured pace and keeps the reader guessing. Read the full review by Sara Lipowitz.