Greatshadow
by James Maxey
Solaris, $8.99, 416 pp
Release Date: January 31. 2012
This is book 1 of a new trilogy by the author of Dragonseed
The legendary woman warrior called Infidel has super powers and few friends except for Stagger. After Stagger is killed, Infidel sets her eyes on the treasure of the elemental fire dragon Greatshadow so she can retire. Stagger has become a blood ghost tied to his knife, now carried by Infidel. She joins up with a team of adventurers after wealth. But that ain’t all that Infidel wants. No one can kill the elemental in every flame without destroying mankind. Can she?
This is a super dragon-slayer fantasy with unique characters and excellent characterization. Lots of action, and a touch of humor. This is a must for dragon fantasy lovers who demand good writing and can't put it down action. If I used a star system it would get a five. ~~ Pam Allan