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EARLY PRAISE FOR REIGN - THE RISE OF THE LICH
5-Stars! "Reign - The Rise of the Lich was not like any vampire story I've ever read. Suspenseful and filled with mythology, it's a page-turner!" - D. MacMillan, Marketing Specialist 5-Stars "I have been reading all of Carol McKibben's vampire stories for years, and THIS mystery is a not-to-be-missed thriller. It's the true page turner you can't put down til you see how it ends. Pure enjoyment!" - Andrea Michaels, Author of Reflections of a Successful Wallflower and Thursdays at 2 5-Stars“Carol McKibben’s books never disappoint and are all must-reads, this one included.” -Dina Bushrod, Social Media Assistant |
They Are Italy's Only Hope!James, God’s own appointed knight, a hybrid vampire wolf, a teenaged wizard, and a handful of kindred Lycans are the only barrier that stands between all of Italy and its destruction.
The corrupt politician, Matisse, has spent decades transforming himself into a Lich. Now that he can raise the dead, he leads masses of undead warriors across Italy, intent on killing every living soul in their path. As heaven’s small band struggles to stop the Lich and his unholy soldiers, other mythological predators arise, determined to destroy James and his friends. With evil closing in on every side, will Heaven win? Watch Book Trailer: https://youtu.be/HOz_U7xYRLE |
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A Few Amazon Reviews
"Jam Packed! I have said before that I am not usually a fan of shorter stories BUT this one is so damn packed full I just have to shut my mouth. Story length in no way matters with this fantastic book... How much she managed to pack into this book is truly amazing. It's filled with such unique, wonderful characters and is such a creative storyline that you wont be able to put it down. You will want to see how this battle unfolds! I am hesitant to comment on the actual storyline itself because I just know I'll give away something that I shouldn't. Just do yourself a favour and get reading!! -Jules Herbert, Amazon Review
"This was an amazing way to spend my 33rd birthday. This was the first book I have read by the incredible Carol McKibben. Before this book I had never heard of her and was amazed by the amount of emotion I felt for the characters from the first page. Yes, this is the second book in this series, but it does not take away from the story. I didn’t read the first book before this one and didn’t feel that I was missing any information or details that would lessen the impact of the overall plot of this book...The way the author combines so many different elements together to make one cohesive world is inspiring. Flowing nature like water from one instant to the next, the book has a seamless forward movement that doesn’t keep you waiting too long for answers... Will the group succeed in ending the Lich’s reign over Rome? Can they all make it out of the battle alive? What will happen to Zander? The author truly knows how to entrance the reader, you start the book and before you realize it you finish it craving more. I am beyond excited for the next book in The Silver Blood Series, Reign and the Evil Plagues. In the meantime, I will be going back and reading book one in the series. Also, as this was my first experience with this author, I didn’t know that she was known as the author who writes from a dog’s eyes. With that said the entire book I loved reading the little unconscious actions of Reign, such as randomly standing and spinning in circles mid conversation before returning to his place, never missing a moment. -Ayla Phipps
"5-Stars: First time reader of this talented author, Carol McKibben. This is the 2nd Book The Silver Blood Knight series. I started this series on this book not realizing this was the second one lol. I ran to go get the first book after I finished reading this. It was a quick read but although it was short, man it was amazing. The world the author builds is so fantastic. It really draws you in and makes you believe you're there. It has almost everything you'd want in a supernatural story. I can't wait to finish the first book. If you're looking for a good short series I highly recommend it. Ps i didnt know what a lich was until i looked it up. Then i remembered I've seen this creature on adventure time lmao." -BookMania on BookBub
"5-Stars: Excellent! This book was a fast pace, it will take grip of you the moment to start. Great characters, and a great story line. I recommend this book to all the Vampire Diaries fans out there. This one will not disappoint. Looking forward to reading more by this author." -Neens on BookBub
"5-Stars: This is technically book 2 in the series but can be read as a stand-alone. The author did a great job introducing the characters and their background. Even though it is a relatively short book, it is chalk full of action. I could not put it down, read it in one sitting. The book does a really good job of keeping you on the hook with an ending that will make you want to read the next installment!" -Santana Hicks on BookBub
"5-Stars - The author does an amazing job of creating the characters and also the story itself. This story is action packed with dangers, and magic and so many magical beings. This is definately a story about good vs evil as Reign and his friends and warriors battle against all the evil beings that are threatening the world. Just when you think they have solved the problem something else immerges. The story twists and turns with danger coming from places you don't expect. I really can't wait to read more of this series." -PartyGirl1985 on BookBub
"5-Stars - The cover initially drew me to this book before even thinking about the blurb/synopsis, but when I did, I knew this was the book for me and immediately went to buy the first book without even reading its synopsis and I have no regrets. The world that the author has been able to create in such a short book is incredible and I absolutely love how the mix of supernatural creatures, mythology and more all come together so nicely within it! I got so lost in this book I did not put it down. The concept and plot are original - full of action, magic and good vs. Evil. The writing flows well and is easy to follow and really enjoyed the perspective in which the point of view was written. The mannerisms which many people writing this would have missed (e.g., the turning to settle down) in writing this just makes it all the more believable and immersive to me. There are parts which make me believe another book is in the works and I really hope that is true because I need more!" -rfigueiras on BookBub
"4-Stars - This is an enjoyable short story that really packs a lot into its pages. This is the second book in the series and I would highly recommend reading book 1 first so you get a full understanding of what is going. This is a great story and I enjoyed the unique take on shifters. It isn’t often an author can be original with this trope and it is even more rare for them to do it so well. I thought the characters fit really well with the book. They were interesting and all had their part to play. This really is a great book and definitely worth your time." kbkerryabaker on BookBub
"5-Stars - This book was amazing, it was so well written, the worlds and the characters were all so well written it felt like you could be right there in the story. I really liked the way the author did a mix of hybrid fantasy characters; I enjoy reading other people’s take on how vampires and werewolves are perceived. This story was very fast paced and packed with action with the battles that you will not want to put this book down till you are done. I however didn’t read the first book, but it was still easy to follow and know what was going on, but I can tell you I will be going back and reading the first one. I do believe I would understand a lot more if I started with book one, but it was still an amazing read and easy to follow and wasn’t that confusing. This book was very enjoyable, and I am happy I picked it up and can’t wait to know if there will be more from this author. Highly recommend this amazing book." -j jennifer_mrak55 on BookBub
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"Jam Packed! I have said before that I am not usually a fan of shorter stories BUT this one is so damn packed full I just have to shut my mouth. Story length in no way matters with this fantastic book... How much she managed to pack into this book is truly amazing. It's filled with such unique, wonderful characters and is such a creative storyline that you wont be able to put it down. You will want to see how this battle unfolds! I am hesitant to comment on the actual storyline itself because I just know I'll give away something that I shouldn't. Just do yourself a favour and get reading!! -Jules Herbert, Amazon Review
"This was an amazing way to spend my 33rd birthday. This was the first book I have read by the incredible Carol McKibben. Before this book I had never heard of her and was amazed by the amount of emotion I felt for the characters from the first page. Yes, this is the second book in this series, but it does not take away from the story. I didn’t read the first book before this one and didn’t feel that I was missing any information or details that would lessen the impact of the overall plot of this book...The way the author combines so many different elements together to make one cohesive world is inspiring. Flowing nature like water from one instant to the next, the book has a seamless forward movement that doesn’t keep you waiting too long for answers... Will the group succeed in ending the Lich’s reign over Rome? Can they all make it out of the battle alive? What will happen to Zander? The author truly knows how to entrance the reader, you start the book and before you realize it you finish it craving more. I am beyond excited for the next book in The Silver Blood Series, Reign and the Evil Plagues. In the meantime, I will be going back and reading book one in the series. Also, as this was my first experience with this author, I didn’t know that she was known as the author who writes from a dog’s eyes. With that said the entire book I loved reading the little unconscious actions of Reign, such as randomly standing and spinning in circles mid conversation before returning to his place, never missing a moment. -Ayla Phipps
"5-Stars: First time reader of this talented author, Carol McKibben. This is the 2nd Book The Silver Blood Knight series. I started this series on this book not realizing this was the second one lol. I ran to go get the first book after I finished reading this. It was a quick read but although it was short, man it was amazing. The world the author builds is so fantastic. It really draws you in and makes you believe you're there. It has almost everything you'd want in a supernatural story. I can't wait to finish the first book. If you're looking for a good short series I highly recommend it. Ps i didnt know what a lich was until i looked it up. Then i remembered I've seen this creature on adventure time lmao." -BookMania on BookBub
"5-Stars: Excellent! This book was a fast pace, it will take grip of you the moment to start. Great characters, and a great story line. I recommend this book to all the Vampire Diaries fans out there. This one will not disappoint. Looking forward to reading more by this author." -Neens on BookBub
"5-Stars: This is technically book 2 in the series but can be read as a stand-alone. The author did a great job introducing the characters and their background. Even though it is a relatively short book, it is chalk full of action. I could not put it down, read it in one sitting. The book does a really good job of keeping you on the hook with an ending that will make you want to read the next installment!" -Santana Hicks on BookBub
"5-Stars - The author does an amazing job of creating the characters and also the story itself. This story is action packed with dangers, and magic and so many magical beings. This is definately a story about good vs evil as Reign and his friends and warriors battle against all the evil beings that are threatening the world. Just when you think they have solved the problem something else immerges. The story twists and turns with danger coming from places you don't expect. I really can't wait to read more of this series." -PartyGirl1985 on BookBub
"5-Stars - The cover initially drew me to this book before even thinking about the blurb/synopsis, but when I did, I knew this was the book for me and immediately went to buy the first book without even reading its synopsis and I have no regrets. The world that the author has been able to create in such a short book is incredible and I absolutely love how the mix of supernatural creatures, mythology and more all come together so nicely within it! I got so lost in this book I did not put it down. The concept and plot are original - full of action, magic and good vs. Evil. The writing flows well and is easy to follow and really enjoyed the perspective in which the point of view was written. The mannerisms which many people writing this would have missed (e.g., the turning to settle down) in writing this just makes it all the more believable and immersive to me. There are parts which make me believe another book is in the works and I really hope that is true because I need more!" -rfigueiras on BookBub
"4-Stars - This is an enjoyable short story that really packs a lot into its pages. This is the second book in the series and I would highly recommend reading book 1 first so you get a full understanding of what is going. This is a great story and I enjoyed the unique take on shifters. It isn’t often an author can be original with this trope and it is even more rare for them to do it so well. I thought the characters fit really well with the book. They were interesting and all had their part to play. This really is a great book and definitely worth your time." kbkerryabaker on BookBub
"5-Stars - This book was amazing, it was so well written, the worlds and the characters were all so well written it felt like you could be right there in the story. I really liked the way the author did a mix of hybrid fantasy characters; I enjoy reading other people’s take on how vampires and werewolves are perceived. This story was very fast paced and packed with action with the battles that you will not want to put this book down till you are done. I however didn’t read the first book, but it was still easy to follow and know what was going on, but I can tell you I will be going back and reading the first one. I do believe I would understand a lot more if I started with book one, but it was still an amazing read and easy to follow and wasn’t that confusing. This book was very enjoyable, and I am happy I picked it up and can’t wait to know if there will be more from this author. Highly recommend this amazing book." -j jennifer_mrak55 on BookBub
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