PRAISE FOR DARK MOON, SHALLOW SEA

“Breathtaking action, yearning so powerful that it hurts, and that David R. Slayton signature wit combine like a symphony to lift Dark Moon, Shallow Sea from the extraordinary to the divine.”

BARBARA ANN WRIGHT, LAMBDA AWARD–NOMINATED AND RAINBOW AWARD–WINNING AUTHOR

“David R. Slayton conquers his kingdom in the epic fantasy world with Dark Moon, Shallow Sea! Inventive, character-driven, and intensely exciting!”

JONATHAN MABERRY, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CAVE 13 AND LONG PAST MIDNIGHT

“Dark Moon, Shallow Sea is as heartfelt as it is thrilling. A fantasy adventure rooted in compassion, the world building and lore are exquisite, and the characters are so real it hurts in the best way . . . I have waited my whole life for an epic fantasy like this.”

SHAUN DAVID HUTCHINSON, AUTHOR OF BEFORE WE DISAPPEAR

“Immersive world-building, compelling characters, and a twisty plot. An excellent story!”

GAIL Z. MARTIN, AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF THE NECROMANCER

“A thrilling, atmospheric fantasy . . . A twisty read, with surprises aplenty, and a lead who will pick your pockets and your heart. I look forward to more adventures with Raef and his friends.”

K. A. DOORE, AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF GHADID TRILOGY

“David Slayton delivers a beautifully realized world, his signature relatable characters, and some great twists. Dark Moon, Shallow Sea is rife with skullduggery and magic, romance and heartbreak. Highly recommended!”

LYNN FLEWELLING, AUTHOR OF THE NIGHTRUNNER SERIES AND THE TAMÍR TRIAD