Blue by Niranjan K. SFINCs3 Book Review
- Tabitha Tomala
- 14 minutes ago
- 2 min read
This review is part of the Speculative Fiction Indie Novella Championship (SFINCS). SFINCS, pronounced “sphinx”. This is a yearly competition to recognize, honor, and celebrate the talent and creativity present in the indie community. It’s a sister competition to both SPFBO and SPSFC, and it highlights greatness in the novella format in all areas of speculative fiction (fantasy, science fiction, horror, etc.).
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Blurb for Blue
With time running out, can he succeed in helping an innocent man avoid death?
Five years ago, Aydin failed to recapture Joe after he had escaped prison. Now, Aydin and his team are on the job. But things don’t add up, and Aydin doesn’t know if Joe is guilty.
Aydin’s blue eyes could make anyone speak the truth, but first they have to capture Joe. When a member of his team breaks a law, Aydin’s boss gives him an ultimatum: two weeks to capture Joe or he would declare Joe a fugitive, to be terminated at sight.
Aydin knows that Joe’s guilt isn’t certain, but can he prove Joe’s innocence within two weeks? And what of the strange happenings in Joe’s old house?
Blue is a science fantasy mystery with flawed characters, past and present timelines, and magic linked to eye colour. If you love mysteries and fantasy, you will enjoy this tale of magic and murder mysteries.
Buy Blue today to solve a haunting mystery.
Blue Book Review
The story of Blue brings to life a world where curses are as random as magical abilities. Newborns can have curses, magic, or none at all; they are controlled by neither birth nor inheritance. However, those born with curses are either eliminated or, on rare occasions, stripped of their curse if possible.
Readers will be introduced to cursed twins who will play an integral part in the story. The foundation of the world building is set with their birth and carries on as the second point of view emerges. Told through the past and present, readers will follow snippets of the twins' lives on one side and an investigation led by Aydin, aka Blue, for the other.
The background for a few characters involves readers being able to hit the ground running, as the details are not as in depth as a full-length novel. There will be enough left to the imagination of the reader to fill in. Though there will still be plenty of room for surprises and sleuthing as the readers travel alongside the investigation team.
Blue is for readers who enjoy fantasy mysteries, unique magical elements, and a quickly moving plot. There is so much more to discover, as the details of the academy all magical children must be sent to remains a mystery. Though as a sample of the world, it is enticing to go back for more.
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