The Palladium (edition 2022)

by Thorsten Brandl

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? 2023 Readers' Favorite Book Award Winner ? 2023 New York City Big Book Award Winner ? 2023 Pinnacle Book Award for Fantasy Winner ? 2023 The BookFest Gold Award Winner ? 2023 Feathered Quill Silver Award Winner ? 2023 Feathered Quill Reviewer's Choice Awards Winner ? 2022 Literary Titan Book Award Winner A radio station that doesn't officially exist A mysterious circle whose members possess incredible abilities One fateful night to save mankind Michael Baker, a down on his luck writer, finds himself drawn to an eccentric little hotel that shelters an ancient secret. When a badly injured woman materializes in his apartment later that day, he discovers that he is part of something far more fantastic than anything he could have ever written. Award-winning author Thorsten Brandl brings you The Palladium, a non-stop roller-coaster ride that combines urban fantasy with elements of Greek mythology and Dante's Inferno to create a fantastic adventure unlike any other. Expect the unexpected......… (more)

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When I read the premise for this book, I wanted to read it. So glad that I did. It is so worth the read. It is not like just reading this book but a whole experience. It felt like there was a full-length movie playing in my head while I was reading this book.

Michael is lucky that something happened to him. To be honest, he was ordinary otherwise and would have been unmemorable but when he found himself thrust into a world of demons and hunters, he was the hero that we all needed.

I loved the incorporation of the Greek mythology to this story. Warning as once you start reading, you will be hooked. I look forward to reading more books by this author. (

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Cherylk | Dec 31, 2023 |

This book is about an average guy who learns he is destined to save the world from the forces of hell. But however you think that will play out, you'd be so wrong!!! This story really surprised me with its creativity and hidden references to literature and history. Not your average fantasy! (

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sh3wolf | May 13, 2023 |

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I absolutely loved this book I received from Early Reviewers! The cliff notes synopsis with no spoilers: It's about a normal guy who finds a weird hotel with weird people inside. He gets home with a strange dog and a strange tattoo on his wrist. Now he is Omega and has to stop the world from being taken over by Hell. The story was great and I loved all the characters. Felt sad mostly but the ending was nice and was wrapped up in a neat bow. (

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booklover3258 | May 8, 2023 |

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This book starts off slow, but ramps up quickly. It's s quirky, good vs. evil, ordinary guy gets thrust into being an extraordinary hero type story. It's a little bit formulaic, but the characters are compelling and admirable. One thing that was especially intriguing is the use of historical and mythical characters, and there's even a romance between the main protagonist, Michael Baker, and a usually deadly mythological figure. There's an epic battle that is well-written, but the ending leaves loose ends. Overall, even with it's flaws, I enjoyed this book and found it to be a unique tale.

drsyko | Mar 22, 2023 |

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This is a review of a free copy. It's a weird book, with that mix of Greek and 'modern' American mythology, but it works. It gives the impression that it is part of something bigger.

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"High in action and drama, this epic adventure is a real page turner. Brandl offers a cast of memorable characters and much peril in this dream-like saga."

added by ThorstenBrandl | editSeattle Book Review, Eric Smith (Nov 28, 2022)

"A fast-paced fantasy thriller... the author is skilled at mystifying and setting up cliffhangers at the end of each chapter, making this book hard to put down. The Palladium is as thought-provoking as it is suspenseful, giving readers a unique, vicarious experience of the battle between primordial good versus evil."

added by ThorstenBrandl | editFeathered Quill Book Reviews, Rebecca Jane Johnson (Nov 7, 2022)

"The Palladium breathes new life into a familiar premise, thanks to Thorsten Brandl's wicked imagination. A page turning fantasy... highly recommended for lovers of urban fantasy. It's a blast."

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? 2023 Readers' Favorite Book Award Winner ? 2023 New York City Big Book Award Winner ? 2023 Pinnacle Book Award for Fantasy Winner ? 2023 The BookFest Gold Award Winner ? 2023 Feathered Quill Silver Award Winner ? 2023 Feathered Quill Reviewer's Choice Awards Winner ? 2022 Literary Titan Book Award Winner A radio station that doesn't officially exist A mysterious circle whose members possess incredible abilities One fateful night to save mankind Michael Baker, a down on his luck writer, finds himself drawn to an eccentric little hotel that shelters an ancient secret. When a badly injured woman materializes in his apartment later that day, he discovers that he is part of something far more fantastic than anything he could have ever written. Award-winning author Thorsten Brandl brings you The Palladium, a non-stop roller-coaster ride that combines urban fantasy with elements of Greek mythology and Dante's Inferno to create a fantastic adventure unlike any other. Expect the unexpected......

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A radio station that doesn’t officially exist
A mysterious Circle whose members possess incredible abilities
One fateful night to save mankind

Michael Baker, a down on his luck writer, finds himself drawn to an eccentric little hotel that shelters an ancient secret. When a badly injured woman materializes in his apartment later that day, he discovers that he is part of something far more fantastic than anything he could have ever written.

The Palladium is a non-stop roller coaster ride that combines urban fantasy with elements of Greek mythology and Dante's Inferno to create a fantastic adventure unlike any other.

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