Category Archives: Alternative History

EAGLE AND EMPIRE

Posted on May 27, 2017 by Bookwraiths

Eagle and Empire by Alan Smale Genre: Alternate History Series: Hesperian Trilogy #3 Publisher: Del Rey (May 16, 2016) Author Information: Website | Twitter Length: 656 pages My Rating: 4 stars Eagle and Empire is the stunning conclusion of a detailed, realistic re-imagining of world history. … Continue reading →

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FLASHBACK FRIDAY: KING OF THE WOOD

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Bookwraiths

Flashback Friday is something I do here at Bookwraiths every once in a while; a time when I can post my thoughts about books that I’ve read in the past but never gotten around to reviewing. With the hectic schedule … Continue reading →

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EVERFAIR

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Bookwraiths

Everfair by Nisi Shawl Genre: Alternate History / Historical Fantasy / Steampunk Publisher: Tor (September 6, 2016) Series: Stand Alone Author Information: Website | Twitter  Length: 384 pages My Rating:  3 stars Blending alternate history, steampunk, and fantasy elements as well as tackling … Continue reading →

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EAGLE IN EXILE

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Bookwraiths

Eagles in Exile by Alan Smale Genre: Alternate History Series: The Clash of Eagles Trilogy #2 Publisher: Del Rey (March 15, 2016) Author Information: Website | Twitter Length: 592 pages My Rating: 4 stars Alternate history is a delicious dish when prepared correctly. … Continue reading →

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GIDEON SMITH AND THE MASK OF THE RIPPER

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Bookwraiths

Gideon Smith and the Mask of the Ripper by David Barnett Genre: Fantasy — Steampunk Series: Gideon Smith #3 Publisher: Tor Books (October 13, 2015) Author Information: Website | Twitter Length: 384 pages My Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars. … Continue reading →

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GERMANICA

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Bookwraiths

Germanica by Robert Conroy Genre: Alternate History Series: Stand Alone Novel Publisher: Baen Books (September 1, 2015) Length: 352 pages My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars. This final alternate history novel from the now deceased Robert Conroy is built … Continue reading →

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BOMBS AWAY by HARRY TURTLEDOVE

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Bookwraiths

Bombs Away by Harry Turtledove Genre: Alternate History Series: The Hot War #1 Publisher: Del Rey (July 14, 2015) Length: 432 pages My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars. The master of alternative history is back with his latest revisionary … Continue reading →

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IRON & BLOOD by GAIL Z. MARTIN and LARRY MARTIN

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Bookwraiths

Iron & Blood by Gail Z. Martin and Larry Martin Genre: Steampunk. Alternate History Series: Jake Desmet Adventures #1 Publisher: Solaris (July 7, 2015) Author Information:Website | Twitter Length: 407 pages My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars. Iron & … Continue reading →

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FUN DAY MONDAY, OR THE BOOKS THAT WILL HELP ME SURVIVE THE WEEK AHEAD (JULY 27, 2015)

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Bookwraiths

The work week begins. I quickly slip into my business suit and head back into the office to save a few innocent people. But while I try to fool myself into being excited about the grind, deep down, I’m not, … Continue reading →

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JOE STEELE by HARRY TURTLEDOVE

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Bookwraiths

Joe Steele by Harry Turtledove Genre: Alternate History Series: Joe Steele Publisher: Roc (April 7, 2015) My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars. One of the grand masters of alternate history is back with a tale centering around a pivotal … Continue reading →

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