Three Want-to-Read Books

I've recently discovered some lesser-known books that I think you all might be interested in learning about. Have you read any of them?

This is the tale of Gorgon Elfhunter, a monstrous, mysterious creature who has sworn to destroy all the Elves of Alterra—until none remain. It is the story of Wood-elven heroine Gaelen Taldin, who has sworn to rid her world of the Elfhunter even as she is hunted by him. The conflict between them creates a tangled web that blurs the line between Light and Darkness, love and obsession, free will and fate. Filled with moments both tender and terrifying, thrilling yet thought-provoking, it is a timeless epic fantasy suitable for readers of all ages. Join the Company of Elves, dwarves, mortal men, and delightfully intelligent horses. Come to Alterra—the “World that Is”.

I discovered this book on a Christian lady's blog who said she enjoyed it. Let's face it. The cover had me riveted. Though simple, the colors and design are gorgeous, and the determination in the heroine's face priceless. Unfortunately, the paperback version of this and the rest of the books aren't very impressive. But this one is!

After doing some research, I discovered it's the first of a trilogy. Readers rave about it and each book is more highly spoke of than the last. From what I can tell, there isn't a problem in sexual content. If anyone knows otherwise, please let me know. This trilogy sounds very epic. I suspect (and hope) it has a good ending, from the last book's popularity. I'd like to give this trilogy a shot. Have any of you read them? If so, what did you think?

With King Harold away at war Lord Raburn has his eye on the throne. Those who dare to stand in his way fall beneath his power. All but one. A girl named Annabeth. Can a common, ordinary girl, with love for king, country, and her father, achieve the impossible?

Trained by her father, a master swordsman, outlawed Annabeth has only her sword, her wits, and her disguises to keep Belterra from falling entirely into Lord Raburn's clutches. Can she rescue her captured father and Prince Alfred? Will one girl keep the kingdom from falling?

I was thrilled to be introduced to a new Christian fantasy home-school author who writes books that sound just up my alley! The cover is gorgeous and the summary sounds very much like something I'd write. What's not to love? I'm really looking forward to getting a chance to read this one!

Young Prince Rashko is frustrated with his family - no one does any thinking but him! The kingdom and castle seem to be in the hands of fools. So when Rashko's parents mysteriously disappear and the evil Baron Temny parks his army outside the castle walls, it is up to the young prince to save the day. But there is more to this castle and its history than meets the eye, and Rashko will have to embrace his ancestry, harness a dragon, and use his sword-fighting skills to stop the baron and save the kingdom. Along the way, he realizes that his family is not quite as stupid as he always thought.

Master storyteller Joseph Bruchac, known for his smart, gripping Native American books, here combines his signature action and adventure with a large dose of humor, which just brings this story to a whole new level.

I read Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac, a novel on the Navajo marines of World War II. I was so impressed with the story. It's one of my favorite historical fictions. I knew Joseph Bruchac has written many Native American books, thus, I was surprised to discover he'd written a children's fantasy. This story sounds like so much fun! I'd love to read it.

Any lesser-known books you love or would like to read?