Title: Bane
Author: T.L. Brown
First published April 3, 2012
264 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9780987941039 (ISBN10: 0987941038)
Rating: 4.14
Overview
“Watch out, Aimee. This girl is not what she seems,” the old lady warned.
In this thrilling continuation of The Devil’s Roses series, Aimee must face her toughest challenge yet. Ari, a mysterious stranger with tattoos, piercings, and a bad attitude, shows up at Aimee’s doorstep.
But Ari is not who she appears to be. She’s something else entirely – something powerful and dangerous.
As Aimee tries to uncover the truth about Ari’s identity, she finds herself facing off against vampires, shifters, weres, demons, and Nephilim. With her ring that makes her brand of deadly force acceptable, Aimee is the only one who can stop the impending danger.
But will she be able to defeat Ari and her dark powers? Find out in Bane, the gripping new novel by T.L. Brown.
Editoral Review
Bane by T.L. Brown, initially published on April 3, 2012, is a thrilling and intriguing book that explores the horrors of post-apocalyptic America. Brown’s style is descriptive, and his storytelling is gritty, immersing readers in a world of terror and desperation.
The story follows the journey of Jackson, a former soldier struggling to survive in a world overrun by outlaws and gangs. After losing his wife and child in a tragic event, Jackson sets out on a mission to avenge their deaths and bring justice to those responsible.
Along the way, he meets various characters, each struggling to survive and protect their loved ones in a world where danger lurks around every corner. Bane is a novel that speaks to the themes of loss, grief, and survival in the face of adversity.
The characters are well-crafted, with each having their own unique struggles and personal issues. Brown’s world-building is superb, painting a vivid, visceral picture of a desolate, barren wasteland of a nation, struggling to rise from the ashes of a destructive event.
The book’s pacing is excellent, with Brown effectively balancing action, character development, and world-building. For readers who enjoy post-apocalyptic, dystopian fiction, Bane is a must-read.
Fans of authors such as Cormac McCarthy or Steven King would find much to like in T.L. Brown’s gritty, realistic style. Like any novel, Bane does have its flaws.
While the characters are well-written, the dialogue can sometimes come off as a bit flat, and the book’s conclusion can feel a bit rushed. However, these small issues do not detract significantly from the overall quality of the book.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Bane to readers who enjoy post-apocalyptic, dystopian fiction with well-crafted characters and world-building. The book’s themes of loss, grief, and survival are timeless and relatable, and Brown’s style is immersive and well-realized.
I give Bane a solid 4 out of 5 stars, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a thrilling, engaging read.
