Praise for Purge of Ashes:

“A great read. Purge of Ashes is a feast for fans of Stevenson and Martin” ~ Miles Cameron

“Expansive in scope and flawlessly executed, this is epic fantasy at its best.” ~ Sarah Chorn, author of Of Honey and Wildflowers.

“The races and characters a fresh but familiar enough, and your world-building is amazing and deep. I personally love your prose and storytelling style… I wouldn’t change the way you choose your words and construct your sentences at all. I was wide-eyed-jealous much of the way through.” ~ Dyrk Ashton, author of Paternus.

“Purge of Ashes isn’t interested in easy victories or straightforward heroes. It’s ambitious, layered, and asks readers to trust the process as its many moving pieces gradually fall into place. If you enjoy epic fantasy that embraces complexity, rewards patience, and isn’t afraid to drag its characters through absolute hell, this is an easy recommendation.” ~ Liis, Queen’s Book Asylum

“It’s a book that demands your attention. But it earns it. If you like a richly imagined world, fully realized characters and don;t mind getting your hands dirty, this book is for you. Fans of G R R Martin or Joe Abercrombie will not be disappointed.” ~ Patrick Leclerc, author of In Every Clime and Place

“You’ve got a huge world here, and a great start on unveiling it for your readers. ” ~ James Downe, author of the Legacy of Ash series.

“I read books sometimes for worldbuilding and battles alone, and this has both in excellence… This book has the markings of a true masterpiece.” ~ Michael Baker, author of The Thousand Scars.

“Joel Minty’s Purge of Ashes deserves a second or third read-through more than most books deserve a first.” ~ Kenneth E. Lawrence

Malazan Empire Reviews for 2016 Edition:

“I know it’s a bit different category, but I actually liked it way better than Abercrombie’s Blade Itself. I’m really looking forward to reading the forthcoming books.” ~Malazan Empire review, Itwaes Nom.

“I’d say its more…. Realistic… and enjoyable for that than several very popular authors currently selling very well.” ~ Malazan Empire review, Macros.

“Pacing is great. The characters you focus in on are all well drawn… Ultimately you left me wanting more, of both the immediate story and the big picture.” ~ Malazan Empire review, worry.

“My favorite thing is that I could tell you had the story already figured out so nothing felt tacked on just for kicks. You have a big world here and I am interested in seeing more.” ~ Malazan Empire review, RACHEL.

“I’m intrigued. Piecing together the world’s history is fun.” ~ Malazan Empire review, Mentalist.