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Ellis Knox

Book Review: The Signet Ring: A Trouvères Adventure, By Ellis Knox

by Assaph Mehr on November 2, 2022October 14, 2022

I loved Knox’s AltEarth blend of historical-fantasy since I first saw (the excellent Goblins at the Gate), so I was very keen to try this latest installment, especially as it’s promising a mystery. What to Expect Expect a classic tale of mystery, where the protagonists – in this case, a band of actors – are […]

Book Review: Mad House, by Ellis L. Knox

by Assaph Mehr on September 9, 2020October 1, 2022

I love Knox’s mix of history and fantasy, so was happy to find this novelette. What to Expect A quick read about a roguish sprite, a loyal ogre, and a house made of magic.This story is mostly atmospheric, but serves as an excellent intro or sample of Knox’s longer works. What I liked I liked […]

Book Review: Into the Second World, by Ellis L. Knox

by Assaph Mehr on August 5, 2020October 1, 2022

I’ve previously read Goblins at the Gate by Ellis Knox and loved it, and was looking forward to delve again into his brand of alternate-fantasy-history. What to Expect Into the Second world is a novel of nineteenth-century exploration and adventure, in the style of contemporary masters like Jules Verne and HG Wells. In fact, the […]

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Book Review: Goblins at the Gate, by Ellis Skip Knox

by Assaph Mehr on January 15, 2020October 1, 2022

Guess what? I found an historically-based, military style epic-fantasy on the backdrop of ancient Rome. Can you guess how quickly I jumped to read it? Goblins at the Gate is a masterpiece blending historical and epic fantasy elements. Highly recommended to anyone who enjoys military epic fantasy and ancient Rome. What to expect An epic […]

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