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"Magic and folklore at its very best — well worth a read."
GP Taylor, New York Times best-selling author. "If you've ever suspected, as I have, that you might find a gateway to another world in your own backyard, then you'll find the call of Dean Briggs' "speculative archaeology" irresistible. The Book of Names springs from the same mythic source as the great epics from Lewis, Lucas, and Lawhead. Briggs braids ancient strands of Arthurian myth together with his own homespun thread into a complex tapestry of magic and meaning, bravery and brotherhood. When the roll call of ambitious fantasy writers is called, you'll find that Dean Briggs has earned a place in that book of names." Jeffrey Overstreet Author of Auralia's Colors and Cyndere's Midnight "Doors shall open, doors shall close. And shadows follow. Something waits for young Ewan and Hadyn Barlow in the seemingly endless tangles of the brier patch behind their new home. Fleeing grief and broken dreams, the Barlow brothers discover strange secrets and new worlds right outside their door...that will change their lives forever. The Book of Names weaves a tale that is both thrilling and wrought with hope. D. Barkley Briggs is a new and welcome voice in fantasy fiction." Wayne Thomas Batson Author of The Door Within Trilogy "A stunning debut...destined to take its place among the great and classic Christian fantasy fiction of all time." Deena's Book Blog "D. Barkley Briggs has a fresh story to tell, and he delivers it in a fresh, unique voice. His writing style brightens every page. The lyrical prose suits his intriguing tale and heightens the feel of another world. The Book of Names is sure to gather a following among young and old fantasy lovers." Donita K. Paul Author of The Dragon Keeper Chronicles "In the same vein as such master fantasy writers as J. R. R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, author D. Barkley Briggs has penned a superb fictional tale... The Book of Names is fast-paced and compelling, and readers will be clamoring for Briggs's next installment in this exciting and worthy new series." Teenreads.com “D. Barkley Briggs has penned a rousing fantasy packed full of Norse and Celtic mythology with a hearty dose of Arthurian legend. With a wide range of emotions, he moved me from the sadness of loss to the giddiness of comic relief, all the way to the excitement of heart-pounding tension. Strap on your armor, pull out your sword, and get ready for an adventure.” M. C. Pearson, Fiction in rather Short Takes (FIrST) Blog Alliances "Unique...awesome...amazing. The plot is extremely well-developed." Flamingnet Book Reviews |
