FOUNDRYSIDE Founders, Book 1

This first novel in a new series called The Founders Trilogy is infused with magic of the kind that suggests that nothing is exactly as it seems. Tara Sands has the unusual treat of narrating a story with a thief and a sentient key as two of its main characters. Sancia, the thief, has a talent for fitting into tight places and, more importantly, for escape from tight places. Sands expresses equal exuberance for both. She portrays Sancia's relationship with Clef, the sentient key, as nothing out of ordinary. Setting a fast pace, Sands guides the listener through one tense situation after another. She has ample opportunity to depict villains, who seem to outnumber the heroes by a wide margin. J.E.M. © AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2018]