The 'Book of Koli' by M.R. Carey is the first installment in the 'Rampart Trilogy,' and wow, does it pull you into its post-apocalyptic world with a voice that feels so raw and real. It follows Koli, a young boy from the village of Mythen Rood, where survival hinges on rare, ancient tech that only a few can wield. The story kicks off with Koli’s expulsion from his community after he messes with forbidden technology, and from there, it’s a wild ride through a dangerous, overgrown England filled with genetically modified predators and crumbling remnants of the old world. The way Carey blends dialect and storytelling makes Koli’s narration incredibly immersive—like you’re sitting by a fire listening to him recount his journey.
What really got me hooked was the contrast between the village’s rigid hierarchy and the chaos outside its walls. Koli’s naivete slowly peels away as he teams up with Ursula, a medic with her own secrets, and Monono, a sentient AI trapped in a music player (who’s hilariously sassy, by the way). The relationships between these characters deepen so organically, and the world-building is dripping with eerie beauty—think vines strangling skyscrapers and animals that’ll give you nightmares. By the end, I was desperate to grab the next book, 'The Trials of Koli,' because Carey leaves you with this gnawing question: Can humanity’s remnants ever rebuild, or are they just delaying the inevitable? It’s a gritty, heartfelt story that sticks with you long after the last page.
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Shantali Mae Cross, a security guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Ancient Arts, encounters an impossible phenomenon during her night shift—smoke from the heating vents coalesces into the form of a cobra near ancient Egyptian canopic jars, showing her visions of possible futures. She sees herself accepting a promotion, arguing with a dark-haired man in a hospital, wearing a wedding dress, and standing at a graveside in autumn.
Shaken by the experience, Shantali becomes obsessed with understanding what she witnessed, diving into research about serpent smoke divination practices. Her investigation reveals that others throughout history have experienced similar visions at crucial crossroads in their lives, but those who became consumed with interpreting and controlling their prophetic glimpses inevitably destroyed the very relationships and opportunities the visions had shown them.
As Shantali spirals deeper into her research, she begins shutting out her boyfriend David, a fellow security guard who loves her deeply. When David witnesses the cobra phenomenon himself, he helps ground her in reality rather than obsession. Through her studies, particularly the warnings left by Dr. Amelia Thorne—a researcher who died alone after chasing similar mysteries—Shantali realizes the cobra's true message: choose love over fear, presence over obsession.
The visions weren't warnings of tragedy but glimpses of a life fully lived with all its ordinary struggles and profound connections. When David proposes, Shantali chooses their real relationship over her pursuit of supernatural answers. She completes her research by writing a fictional novel about her experience, transforming obsession into art while helping future cobra witnesses understand that some mysteries are meant to guide rather than be solved.
The story explores themes of choice versus destiny, the danger of sacrificing present love for future certainty, and the wisdom of embracing life's uncertainties alongside those who love us.
Saxa has always felt like something inside her didn’t quite fit the life she was given—but she never imagined the truth would be written in blood, magic, and prophecy. When her dormant wolf awakens in the forests of Norway, Saxa is thrown into a hidden world of ruthless pack loyalties, forbidden witchcraft, and secrets her family has buried for nearly two decades.
Bound by fate to Eirik, the pack’s future Alpha, Saxa discovers their connection runs far deeper than attraction—it is a bond powerful enough to ignite war. But Eirik is not the only one tied to her destiny. Somewhere in the dark, her long-lost twin Elias carries the other half of her magic, and together they are the living keys to an ancient system of seals known as the Three Beacons.
As forgotten flames awaken and the world beneath the forest begins to tear open, Saxa must learn to control the volatile power inside her—before it destroys everyone she loves. Haunted by visions, hunted by prophecy, and torn between love and legacy, Saxa faces an impossible truth:
Some destinies are inherited.
Others are chosen.
And some were never meant to exist at all.
The Binding is a dark paranormal romance filled with slow-burn tension, dangerous magic, and a love powerful enough to challenge fate itself.
There are a lot of supernatural beings around us that we didn't know they're actually living or true. Once they are just a myth, a fantasy, a mere story, but then one day, you didn't realize it was standing right in front of you now.
Avis Clove, just like a normal people, we have a lot of questions about the existence of gods or deities. And sometimes those questions don't meet their answers. She grew up knowing the stories of her grandmother about a two gods and one girl who's in between of the gods, and she believes it was just fantasy story that is just made up by her grandma. But, then she met the characters in that story, and the questions in her mind starting to find its answers.
In this novel, about the three people who is fated to meet each other, but leads to the most unwanted happenings of their life.
What will they do?
What will Avis Clove choose?
Will the love wins?
Who will be the end game?
Kellina is a priestess wolf blessed with cold white hair and blue eyes while Rogan is soon to be the Alpha of the Pack. Both are close to their birthday when they will discover their true selves and possibly their mate but meeting weeks before their birthday can this new love survive their new wolves, the pack, the high priestess's wishes, and end up together...What else could be threatening them?
This is a story of how a dying god decided to entrust his power to humanity instead of choosing an heir, hoping that they will learn to govern the world on their own.
The chosen were called divine alchemists—people gifted with abilities to convert nature elements into specific power . War was inevitable as clans clash against clans with no sign to stop until the enemy is annihilated.
The weak were being pushed aside. Some were sold to slavery, while others became a machine used for war. Greed had taken over the planet, and civilizations were starting to crumble.
The road to Surmwale features the story of a young boy, named Ivar who witnessed the death of Croven, his god, and was given the latter's remaining power to ensure that god's plan would succeed.
In a world where mortals and gods exist side by side, a hidden prophecy threatens to tear them apart. Iana, born from a forbidden love, is forced to hide away in a forbidden forest to protect her from the wrath of the gods and the prejudice of the kingdom. But when Prince Edon discovers her during an annual festival, their fates become intertwined, and their love is put to the ultimate test. As they navigate the challenges of being outsiders in the kingdom and face relentless attempts on Iana's life, they must embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth and bring about a resolution that unites mortals and immortals. With love, resilience, and determination, Iana and Prince Edon prove that they are the key to reshaping the destiny of their world.
Man, I totally get the urge to dive into 'The Book of Koli'—it’s such a gripping start to the Rampart trilogy! M.R. Carey’s post-apocalyptic world is so immersive, and Koli’s voice just hooks you from page one. But I gotta be real with you: finding legal free copies online is tricky. Publishers and authors put in serious work, so most legit platforms require purchasing or borrowing through services like Amazon Kindle, Google Play Books, or Kobo. Libraries are your best bet for free access—check if your local branch offers digital loans via OverDrive or Libby. Sometimes, platforms like Scribd have free trials that could let you read it temporarily, but full free reads usually aren’t above board.
That said, if you’re tight on funds, keep an eye out for promotions! Authors and publishers occasionally run limited-time free downloads or discounts, especially around sequels’ releases. Following M.R. Carey or Orbit Books on social media might clue you in. And hey, used bookstores or swap sites like PaperbackSwap can score you physical copies for cheap. I know it’s not the instant gratification of a free online version, but supporting creators ensures we get more amazing stories like Koli’s. Plus, that final showdown in the forest? Worth every penny.