The Black Song

Praise

“Both returning readers and those new to the series will be drawn in by the expert worldbuilding, crackling dialogue, gripping action, and subtle shifts of the political chessboard.” – Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Gripping and exciting.”—The Quill to Live

Praise for The Wolf’s Call

“Though the book is characterized by breakneck pacing, deeply developed characters, and impressively intricate plotlines, it’s Ryan’s subtle focus on vivid worldbuilding (particularly on varied sensory descriptions) that makes this such an immersive read…Readers who enjoy their fantasy fast and furious will find Ryan’s latest to be an immensely satisfying, top-notch adventure fantasy.” –Kirkus Reviews
 
“Features everything that we’ve come to love in Ryan’s books…from well-crafted and fascinating characters to a masterfully established world…The Wolf’s Call is everything a fantasy fan could ever wish for.”—Booknest.eu
 

Praise for the Raven’s Shadow novels
 
“Fans of broadscale epic fantasy along the lines of Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series and George R. R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire novels should find this debut much to their liking.”–Library Journal
 
“[Blood Song] certainly has it all: great coming-of-age tale, compelling character and a fast-paced plot. If [Ryan’s] first book is any indication of things to come, then all fantasy readers should rejoice.”–Michael J. Sullivan, author of the Riyria Revelations series
 
“Ryan hits all the high notes of epic fantasy–a gritty setting, ancient magics, ruthless intrigue, divided loyalties and bloody action.”–Publishers Weekly
 
“A top contender for most impressive debut of the year…A thick, meaty novel of substance…A powerful epic.”–SFFWorld.com
 
“Heroic epic fantasy.”–Fantasy Book Critic
 
“A page-turner.”–Booklist