Bookish Thursday - Anomaly Aftermath by Hugh Fritz
About Anomaly Aftermath:
Soleil is lost in time, launched through history at the hands of the Old Ticker. Now he is out of his element. He must adapt to his new home, hope it’s possible to return to his original time, and pray for a chance to correct some mistakes along the way.
Tyrell knows Flarence killed Darren. He wants revenge, though a mere human with limited resources has no chance of harming a Genie. But Roy’s body is failing to the point that not even Genie blood can sustain him. The cause of Roy’s slow death may give Tyrell the opportunity he needs to make Flarence suffer.
The Old Ticker’s designs have been leaked. Now they rest in deadlier hands and more mischievous minds. A pair of spell-casting revolvers were nothing compared with the new weapons being developed in secret. The Genies may have met their match when a scientist emerges armed with the most devastating firearm the world has ever known.
These three novellas are the culmination of the Mystic Rampage series—historical fiction, contemporary action, and near-future science fiction. Connecting them all is their shared theme of overcoming regrettable decisions to forge a brighter future.
ASIN : B0BNG99DKT
Publisher : Terra Nova Books (November 26, 2022)
Genre : Crime, Action, Action Fiction, Contemporary Action
Print length : 430 pages
Anomaly Aftermath is available in print and as an ebook at Amazon. You can add it to your GoodReads reading list as well.
About the Author, Hugh Fritz:
Hugh Fritz is thrilled to have completed his Mystic Rampage trilogy, a project eight years in the making. While writing the series he has outlined and written rough drafts of other stories ranging from horror to romance. He is currently bouncing between his works in progress, deciding which one should get his full attention. Whatever comes next will assuredly be a step in a whole new direction.
For more on the author, check out the following:
Website: http://www.hughfritz.com
Blog site: http://www.hughfritz.com/blog
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063563318857
Now for my opinion...
First, normally I have no problem starting in the middle (or end) of a series and pick up what is going on. I'll then go back and read the other books if the series captures my attention. In agreeing to review Anomaly Aftermath, not only did a receive a copy of the book, but the author also sent me the first two books in the series. So three books.
I have to sadly admit I didn't have enough time in my schedule to read the first two books, but I plan to in the future. Actually, what I may do prior to reading them is to let a co-worker read the series first. He is big into fantasy, gaming, all the 'stuff'.
Secondly, and my real downside to the books - I hate the covers. They remind me of 1940's or 50's detective noir-style covers. If I came across the books on an online search or in the store, I would pass them over. It hurts to say that, especially since I am planning on self-publishing books of my own. But I think the covers need redoing. That being said, if you read further down, the covers might appeal to a certain type of reader.
Another small criticism is labeling Anomaly Aftermath as Book 3 in a series when it is a series of three novellas rather than a full book of its own. Without having read Book 1 and 2, I am wondering if the three books could not have been blended together and have 3 books rather than Book 3 being three novellas. I'll have to see when I go back and read the first two books.
Ok...
That all being said, the stories are good (and no spoilers are included in this review). Good enough to be willing to put the other two books on my TBR shelf.
One thing which really caught my attention, and that I really liked, were than the characters were genies rather than fairies or vampires or some other, more typical, character which has magical abilities. It is really refreshing to see that.
Based on Book 3 only, to me, the book is definitely a 'guys' book. Which makes it a book I would be willing to recommend to male readers. It also, to me, leans toward being more of a YA read. So I feel a middle-school or high school reader, who doesn't want all the 'glitter' and 'romance' of other fantasy books would be very happy reading this series.
But don't take my opinion of this book. Check out the following reviews...
May 1st @ The Muffin
What goes better in the morning than a muffin? Join us at the WOW blog to celebrate the launch of author Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. You can read an interview with the author and enter to win a copy of the book.
https://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com/
May 5th @ Lisa Haselton
Lisa Haselton interviews author, Hugh Fritz about his recently released book: Anomaly Aftermath. You can read an interview with the author and learn more about the Mystic Rampage Series today on Lisa’s Blog!
https://lisahaselton.com/blog/
May 6th @ A Wonderful World of Words
You won’t want to miss Joy’s review of Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by A Wonderful World of Words today to learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
https://awonderfulworldofwordsa.blogspot.com/
May 14th @ Word Magic with Fiona Ingram
Author Hugh Fritz recently released the third and final book in the Mystic Rampage Series, Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Word Magic with Fiona Ingram to hear from Fritz today as he speaks about “Advertising and Finding an Audience” and delves into developing a pitch as an author.
https://fionaingramauthor.blogspot.com/
May 20th @ Madeline Sharples, Choices
Author Hugh Fritz recently released the third and final book in the Mystic Rampage Series, Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Choices with Madeline Sharples to hear from Fritz today as he speaks about “Developing a Pitch for a Book-to-Film Adaptation”.
http://www.madelinesharples.com/
May 24th @ Author Anthony Avina
You won’t want to miss fellow author Anthony Avina’s review of Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Author Anthony Avina’s blog today to learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
https://authoranthonyavinablog.com/
May 26th @ Nikki’s Book Reviews
You won’t want to miss Nikki’s review of Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Nikki’s Book Review blog today to learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
https://nikkitsbookreviews.wordpress.com/
June 10th @ Bring on Lemons with Carmen Otto
Hear from a teenager about Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Bring on Lemons today to hear from Carmen Otto as she reviews the book and you can learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
http://bringonlemons.blogspot.com/
June 12th @ World of My Imagination
Author Hugh Fritz recently released the third and final book in the Mystic Rampage Series, Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by World of My Imagination to hear from Fritz today as he speaks about “Returning to School to Seek an Advanced Degree”.
https://worldofmyimagination.com/
June 13th @ Storey Book Reviews
Author Hugh Fritz recently released the third and final book in the Mystic Rampage Series, Anomaly Aftermath. Storey Book Reviews to hear from Fritz today as he speaks about “What to do When the Series is Over”.
https://storeybookreviews.com/
June 14th @ The Mommies Reviews with Glenda Cates
You won’t want to miss Glenda’s review of Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by The Mommies Reviews today to learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
http://www.themommiesreviews.com/
June 15th @ Lady Unemployed
You won’t want to miss Nicole Pyles’ review of Hugh Fritz’s Anomaly Aftermath. Stop by Lady Unemployed today to learn more about this third book in the Mystic Rampage Series!
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