Warren Johnson
Bio
Chronic geek and hopeful writer. Part-time gamer. Pathologically introverted. I love fantasy, sci-fi, and mystery, with a sprinkle of fan service in there. Whether through writing or drawing, I hope to bring my characters to life.
Stories (9/0)
The Language of Spears: A Review
D’Andre August’s The Language of Spears weaves a pulse pounding, adrenaline pumping tale of war, corruption, and one man’s unfailing duty to the kingdom he and so many have bled for. Heavily inspired by African culture, the story follows Emani the “Tower”, the greatest warrior of Ko’Mazi and the Askarai (general) of its legendary military, as he is faced with a foreign concept more unsettling to him than war: peace. As a transition of power draws nearer, Emani finds himself in an unfamiliar battlefield, one that cannot be won through the strength of muscles and spears, but through making peace with those they have made war with for years. To complicate things further, there is talk of an army of monsters gathering, and a king of great power who can create them and seeks to conquer all the kingdoms. Emani is forced to put his life on the line, as well as face the wrath of the Council and the new king, in order to ensure the survival of Ko’Mazi, no matter how much blood he must spill. Through it all, he finds himself in a shaky alliance with Kadra the “Cat”, a mercenary warrior as deadly as she is alluring, and her sometimes dubious intentions.
By Warren Johnson2 years ago in Geeks
Odin’s Child: A Review
I have always enjoyed fantasy stories, especially those that are grounded in real world mythology. I especially have a special affinity to the Norse pantheon, with their dark symbology and mystical connection to their gods. So, finding a book like Odin’s Child, which takes a rich cultural mythos and weaves a dynamic and compelling world of characters, is a glittering gem of a treasure.
By Warren Johnson3 years ago in Fiction
Seven Deaths of an Empire: A Review
From its heart pumping depictions of battle, to its scenes of discourse between a myriad of compelling characters, Seven Deaths of an Empire is a fantastic example of historically inspired fantasy that seizes the reader’s attention and refuses to release it.
By Warren Johnson3 years ago in Fiction
Legion of the Moon by Peter Jackson - A Review
Picture by Odinrules on DeviantArt Lately, I’ve found myself reading more and more mystery novels. I’ve grown to enjoy the suspense and mountain of questions that arises as the story unfolds, before the final revelation has you reeling in your seat. I also have been a longtime fan of sword and sandal tales, so finding and reading Legion of the Moon was a fantastic experience. With so many twists, turns, and whodunnits, woven expertly into a classical Roman setting, the book reads as if Agatha Christie wrote the script for the film Gladiator.
By Warren Johnson3 years ago in Geeks
