Of Myth and Shadow

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A huge thank you to Blackthorn Book Tours and Matthew S. Cox for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Demonic worshipers seek sacrifices to appease their Lord, searching for the child that will bring their salvation. A dark elf fights against the prejudices of her people, searching for her place in the world. A half-elf wanders the land, searching for acceptance. A knight of the crown begins to question himself and the laws he swore to uphold. A bandit king seeks retribution for a past betrayal. An elven girl is a witness to a darkness she never thought she would face. And amidst it all is a cunning evil that stalks them, weaving in and out of their lives driving them closer together as it threatens to engulf them. Welcome to Of Myth and Shadow by Matthew S. Cox.

There are so many different races and cultures incorporated into Of Myth and Shadow. Laying down the foundation of the world takes a little time, so I urge readers to keep turning the pages as each character slowly comes into focus with their hopes and ambitions. Once everything is established readers will have a fantastical world, they can't help but become immersed in. I loved the diversity in magic systems and the wealth of creatures that made appearances throughout this tale.

Readers who enjoy conflicts and high emotions will devour this book. Page after page is filled with the hopes, dreams, and ambitions of each character. And readers, I do hope you enjoy side quests because Of Myth and Shadow is filled with them. Each quest enhances the readers' views of the main characters and propels them towards their goals.

Contained within these pages is everything a fan of fantasy could hope to see. Stories of redemption, political intrigue, and even a healthy dose of romance. Matthew S. Cox also writes epic battles and does not make light of the grisly details. As combatants' cross swords, wit and magic readers will be on the edge of their seats awaiting the outcome. I do suggest mature audiences for this book due to some of the graphic details and adult scenes present in the book.