Death on the Caldera

“I couldn’t put it down, the multiple mysteries kept me guessing at every turn of the page… I wasn’t expecting so much depth or heart, such moving storylines” –Fantasy Hive (Debut of the Year)

“Death on the Caldera is brimming with interesting plot lines, compelling characters, and beautiful world-building. When these elements are given room to breathe, they are truly wonderful to experience.” –The British Columbia Review

“A breakneck fantasy/mystery thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.” –Library Journal

“Fans of the mystery in Sarah Brooks’ The Cautious Traveller’s Guide to the Wastelands will be delighted by this novel, as should those who can appreciate fantastical additions to their whodunits.” –Booklist

“An intriguingly fresh magic system complements this whodunit in the best way.”–Caitlin Rozakis, bestselling author of Dreadful


“A cunning mystery set upon a surprisingly alien world.”
Ben Aaronovitch, bestselling author of Rivers of London


“A stunning debut. Paxman offers up high stakes adventure and a mystery full of satisfying twists and turns, all wrapped in a gorgeous layer of magic. Masterfully done!”
A. C. Wise, author of Wendy, Darling and Hooked


“Bursting with rich characters and explosive intrigue (literally), Death on the Caldera produces a rare alchemy in its blend of magic, murder, and mystery. A smart, thrilling debut!”
Julie Leong, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Teller of Small Fortunes


“Eminently memorable, Death on the Caldera is a classic murder-mystery romp, with realistic characters and an enthralling magic system steeped in intriguing mythos. This unmissable debut is a heck of a pageturner.”
Kritika H. Rao, author of The Surviving Sky and The Legend of Meneka


“A captivating blend of classic murder mystery and adventurous fantasy, Death on the Caldera brings a fresh, captivating voice to both genres. Filled with powerful witches, unpredictable magic, and a suspicious yet endearing cast of characters fighting for survival, this book is nearly impossible to put down.”
Camilla Raines, author of The Hollow and the Haunted


“A gripping murder mystery, combining political intrigue, volcanic magic and witches that are truly creepy, Death on the Caldera is a thrilling adventure that keeps you guessing until the very last page.”
Genoveva Dimova, author of Foul Days