Ah, yes, smell that? Fall is in the air. Strangely, this often means the start of an urban fantasy binge-fest for our editors and staff (blame it on the proliferation of fall-time settings in our favorite paranormal novels, shows, and films, perhaps?), and this year is no exception. We’ve got three new urban fantasy titles headed your way soon, the first of which is one we’re gleefully revealing to you today.

J.M. Frey (author of The Skylark’s Saga and The Accidental Turn series) called this one, “A charming urban fairy tale about tolerance, acceptance, and discovering the wonders that may just be hidden in plain sight.” And Arthur Slade (author of Amber Fang) said, “It’s an excellent fantasy adventure packed with humor, unforgettable characters, and more twists and turns than an underground amusement ride. You’ll never look at a gargoyle in the same way. Or the city of Toronto. So much fun!”

Excited yet? If not, then check out this little number, courtesy of our resident cover guru, Ashley Ruggirello:

How you can say that doesn’t look like fun? The official back cover copy and purchase links will be available shortly, and Perpetua’s tale will be storming onto shelves September 10th, 2019, but don’t worry, you can add the book to your Goodreads TBR today:

Goodreads // James Bow’s Website

If you’re local to the Portland, OR metropolitan area, then good news! James and The Night Girl will be making their first post-launch debut at Rose City Comic Con, thanks to the generous folks at Canada Council of the Arts. Keep an eye on our social media feeds for details, but if you’ll be attending, swing by the REUTS Booth and say hi.

About the Author:

James Bow was born and grew up in Toronto. He now lives in Kitchener-Waterloo with his wife Erin and his daughters, Vivian and Eleanor. He is the author of three books of YA fantasy (The Unwritten Girl, Fathom Five, and The Young City) and the Prix Aurora Award-winning YA SF novel, Icarus Down. He enjoys coming back to his hometown to ride transit and explore its underground city.

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That’s right! You’ve seen us hint about it on social media, seen the announcement of the release date (September 3rd! Just over a week away!), but now it’s time to reveal the gorgeous cover and official blurb for The Skylark’s Sacrifice, book two in J.M. Frey’s YA action-adventure, steampunk-infused Skylark’s Saga.

This is a personal favorite of our Acquisitions & Editorial Director, and we think you’ll be equally stunned by the soaring conclusion to Robin’s tale. Get ready for more heart-pounding adventure, epic aerial stunts, and swoon-worthy, enemies-to-lovers romance, but first—treat yourself to this little visual:

Robin Arianhod is on the run. Trapped behind enemy lines, her only choice is to lose herself in the sprawling capital of Klonn. But hiding in the shadows is a disservice to the rocket pack she escaped with, and to the man she once considered foe. Instead, she’ll enact his plan, harness the incredible power of the pack, and stop the war from the inside.

Wanted posters stalk her every move as rumor fuels the Skylark’s rise, and her attempts at vigilantism attract the attention of more than just the city guards. Robin finds herself embroiled in the machinations of a mysterious underground rebellion—Klonnish citizens as tired of the war as she is.
 
But are they really her allies, or are they using the Skylark as bait? And can she really trust that her former archnemesis turned his coat? Or will the secret of his true identity lead Robin, and her newfound friends, to their deaths?

Rife with high-flying action, subterfuge, and deception, The Skylark’s Sacrifice is the explosive conclusion to the saga of war-torn Saskwya, and the one pilot who can change it all.

Isn’t that cover amazing? And guess what—you can pre-order your copy today!

The Skylark’s Sacrifice

Amazon Kindle Pre-Order // Goodreads

Still not convinced? Then how about a little free preview of the opening? And, in case you haven’t yet been introduced to Robin, the Coyote, and war-torn Saskwya and Klonn, be sure to pick up a copy of book one today. While Frey and the editorial team have done their best to ensure you’ll be quickly caught up on the details that transpired in book one, The Skylark’s Sacrifice is not a standalone title, and we do recommend that you read The Skylark’s Song first. Pick up your copy of book one at any of the convenient locations below.

The Skylark’s Song

Amazon // Barnes & Noble // Smashwords // REUTS Store // Goodreads

About the Author:

J.M. is an author, fanthropologist and professional smartypants. With an MA in Communications and Culture, she’s appeared in podcasts, documentaries, and on radio and television to discuss all things geeky through the lens of academia. She also has an addiction to scarves, Doctor Who, and tea, which may or may not all be related. Her life’s ambition is to have stepped foot on every continent (only 3 left!)

Her debut novel Triptych was nominated for two Lambda Literary Awards,  won the San Francisco Book Festival award for SF/F, was nominated for a 2011 CBC Bookie, was named one of The Advocate’s Best Overlooked Books of 2011, and garnered both a starred reviewand a place among the Best Books of 2011 from Publishers Weekly.

Her sophomore novel, an epic-length feminist meta-fantasy titled The Untold Tale, (book one of the Accidental Turn Series), debuted December 2015, and was followed up by The Forgotten Tale in 2016 and The Silenced Tale in December 2017.  The Skylark’s Song, book one of The Skylark’s Saga, a steampunk action novel about a girl vigilante and her mysterious rocketpack, soared into book stores in 2018, and will be followed up by The Skylark’s Sacrifice in September 2019. The Skylark’s Saga was signed to a shopping agreement for an animation series in 2018, and her feature-length screenplay To A Stranger is currently in pre-production with a Toronto-based house.

She was the grateful recipient of a Toronto Arts Council Grant in 2018, and is currently working diligently to complete the granted project.

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