Marshall Ryan Maresca crafts compelling tales within fantasy and science-fiction realms, often set against the backdrop of exotic cities teeming with life and shadowed by crime. His work delves into intricate sagas, weaving together parallel narratives and the fates of characters in thrilling plotlines. Maresca is recognized for his rich world-building and immersive atmospheres that fully draw readers into his stories.
The story follows a lone member of the Maradaine Constabulary as she ventures beyond the familiar city of Maradaine into a new and perilous environment. This novel marks the beginning of the second phase of the Maradaine Saga, exploring themes of danger and adaptability in a foreign setting. The protagonist's journey highlights her resilience and the challenges she faces in maintaining order amid unfamiliar threats.
Only the Rynax brothers--Asti and Verci--and their Holver Alley Crew are fighting for the common people. They've taken care of the people who actually burned down Holver Alley, but they're still looking for the moneyed interests behind the fire. The trail leads the crew to Lord Henterman, and they plan to infiltrate the noble's house on the other side of the city. While the crew tries to penetrate the heart of the house, the worst elements of North Seleth seem to be uniting under a mysterious new leader.
Set in a chaotic city on the brink of revolution, this steampunk fantasy novel delves into themes of upheaval and societal change. The author, known for the Maradaine saga, crafts a vivid world filled with tension and intrigue, where characters navigate the complexities of a society poised for transformation. As the city teeters on the edge, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through its challenges and possibilities.
The narrative blends high and urban fantasy with a heist plot, focusing on the Rynax brothers and their outlaw crew as they embark on a daring mission to bring justice to the oppressed. With a mix of adventure and camaraderie, the story promises an engaging experience that invites readers to enjoy the unfolding excitement and clever schemes.
In a blend of high fantasy and mystery, Inspectors Satrine Rainey and Minox Welling delve into a gripping investigation to capture a lethal murderer. Their quest is supported by the elite members of the Tarian order, adding layers of intrigue and complexity to their pursuit. As they navigate the challenges of their world, the story promises to unravel secrets and showcase the dynamics of justice within a richly imagined setting.
Set in a vibrant high fantasy world, this novel weaves together fast-paced action and intricate political intrigue. It features good-hearted characters who navigate a gritty landscape while staying true to their moral values. The emotionally complex narrative keeps readers engaged, offering a thrilling blend of adventure and depth. Praised for its dynamic storytelling, it promises an exhilarating experience for fans of both fantasy and character-driven tales.
Blending vigilante justice with epic fantasy, student mage Veranix Calbert fights crime in the city of Maradaine in this fast-paced debut novel • “Veranix is Batman, if Batman were a teenager and magically talented.” —Library Journal Veranix Calbert leads a double life. By day, he’s a struggling magic student at the University of Maradaine. At night, he spoils the drug trade of Willem Fenmere, crime boss of Dentonhill and murderer of Veranix’s father. He’s determined to shut Fenmere down. With that goal in mind, Veranix disrupts the delivery of two magical artifacts meant for Fenmere's clients, the mages of the Blue Hand Circle. Using these power-filled objects in his fight, he quickly becomes a real thorn in Fenmere's side. So much so that soon not only Fenmere, but powerful mages, assassins, and street gangs all want a piece of “The Thorn.” And with professors and prefects on the verge of discovering his secrets, Veranix’s double life might just fall apart. Unless, of course, Fenmere puts an end to it first. Explore the back alleys of the city in this street-level fantasy adventure, the first novel of the Maradaine series. Then see Maradaine from a new perspective, with Maresca's second, concurrent series set in the same city: A Murder of Mages begins the Maradaine Constabulary novels, featuring an unlikely partnership of two detectives in the city’s constabulary.
Veranix Calbert, a legendary vigilante, aims to thwart drug kingpin Willem Fenmere and the Red Rabbits gang. As a magic student facing exams, he struggles to balance his academic responsibilities with the rising threat on campus, where deadly pranks suggest a vendetta against the university.
A mysterious and disturbing summons brings Aurien Pemmick, an untested deacon of the Church of Druthal, across the border to a peculiar and disquieting kingdom: Kellirac.Despite being in this antiquated and superstitious place, Pemmick is determined to root out the truth behind the summons. But Kellirac proves to be a place of dangers beyond the natural realm, especially since Pemmick arrives on the eve of Hultichia: a sacred night where the locals claim the dead will walk.Pemmick's faith is tested against Kellirac superstition, even as his mission threatens to drag him into madness, on the darkest night of his life.
Set in the vibrant world of Maradaine, this novel weaves together fast-paced heists with elements of both epic and urban fantasy. It expands the interconnected saga, introducing new characters and adventures that enhance the rich tapestry of the series. Readers can expect thrilling escapades and a deepening exploration of the unique setting as the story unfolds.