The Raven and the Crow

Dark Storm Rising

By: Michael K. Falciani

Narrated by: Joshua Saxon

Two brothers struggling to find their place in the world.

For the elder sibling Kildare, every morning begins with the memory of betrayal. Once governed by the principles of morality, Kildare has become an instrument of blood and steel - where the speed of his sword arm metes out his own brand of justice. Only the strength and resolve of his brother Zedaine keeps him from succumbing to the ever-present rage that burns behind his dark eyes. While employed by the mysterious sage Blade, the pair stumble upon Chameleon, a runaway tribeswoman displaying extraordinary psychic powers. Their meeting, however, is no chance encounter. A riddle Chameleon carries will change not only the future of the three, but the fate of the entire world.

Hundreds of miles away, Macklore, a powerful wizard of Brisbane, has been dispatched to the volatile city of Gallanse. Smitten at the sight of princess Lydia, Macklore defies his orders and finds himself thrust into the middle of a bloody succession. When he openly supports Lydia’s family, he is marked for death by a cult of magi working to raise the psychotic prince Dragomir to the throne. With few allies, Macklore must use his wits and innate magical powers to keep Dragomir from the crown and himself alive.

Racing towards Gallanse, Kildare and Zedaine are torn between saving Macklore’s life, extracting terrible vengeance upon the man responsible for their betrayal.

©2021 Michael K. Falciani (P)2022 Three Ravens Publishing

Amazing narrator

I thought the character development was really thought through. The story flowed great. This will be a re-read for me.

Great fun fantasy story

Good characters and ever moving pace. The story definitely draws you in and keeps one intrigued.

The narrator was also a perfect match for the style.

The only bummer is a bit of a cliff hanger that requires me to start the next book, but is that really a bad thing?

Incredible fantasy world

You can tell Raven and the Crow is only scratching the surface of this fantasy world. Adult epic fantasy to the core without the shock value smut recently plaguing the genre. Looking forward to book two.

good new series

This book is a great story. I did find the intro a little disjointed, but I am glad I continued and can't wait for book 2

A captivating fantasy story with secrets

Loved it. From the first scene you're thrown into the story and it carries you along. I enjoyed the character reveals of their personalities and connections as the story unfolded. Each additional character was interesting and unique in their approach to the world. I'm excited to read the second one! Michael better hurry on that third book. ;)