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Benedict Jacka | Continuing adventures with Alex Verus

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Benedict Jacka's acclaimed Alex Verus series continues with Cursed.

Since his second sight made him infamous for defeating
powerful dark mages, Alex has been keeping his head down.
But now he's discovered the resurgence of a forbidden
ritual. Someone is harvesting the life-force of magical
creatures—destroying them in the process. And draining
humans is next on the agenda.

Hired to investigate,
Alex realizes that not everyone on the Council
wants him delving any deeper. Struggling to distinguish ally
from enemy, he finds himself the target of those who would
risk their own sanity for power...

About the Author

Benedict Jacka is half-Australian, half-Armenian, and grew up in London. He’s worked as a teacher, bouncer, and civil servant, and spends his spare time skating and playing tabletop games. He’s currently studying to become a lawyer, on grounds that his life isn’t busy enough already.

Alex Verus

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June 2012

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Comments

22 comments posted.

Re: Benedict Jacka | Continuing adventures with Alex Verus

I love the cover. It sounds like an interesting book.
(Michelle Fidler 5:16pm June 13, 2012)

Sounds good. Thanks for the contest.
(Mary Hay 5:34pm June 13, 2012)

Sounds really good! Thanks for the chance to win!!
(Natasha Donohoo 6:00pm June 13, 2012)

You lead a very busy life studying to be a lawyer and writing books! Love your book covers and this book sounds good, and I'll have to read it. I wish you much continued success with everything.
(Linda Luinstra 6:02pm June 13, 2012)

This book sounds very interesting and looks interesting too. I really want to read it.
(Miranda Eady 6:48pm June 13, 2012)

I, too, love the book covers - I have not read your books before but need to rectify that error quickly!
(Felicia Ciaudelli 7:32pm June 13, 2012)

I have to say that the story line is quite interesting. I also like the fact that when I get done reading, it's a book that I know my Husband will enjoy reading, too!! The cover leaped out at me as soon as my page loaded. Very well-done!! Congratulations on your book!! I'm looking forward to reading it!!
(Peggy Roberson 7:54pm June 13, 2012)

This sounds like a really interesting book and the cover looks really cool. I am looking forward to reading it. Have a great day.
(Chelsea Knestrick 7:59pm June 13, 2012)

sounds great thanks for the chance to win!!
(Jennifer Beck 8:39pm June 13, 2012)

Sounds like an awesome book! I look forward to reading it!
(Deanna Mancuso 9:39pm June 13, 2012)

Sounds interesting!
(Janie McGaugh 10:05pm June 13, 2012)

this sounds so good would love to read
(Denise Smith 10:37pm June 13, 2012)

I'd enter anything with a picture of London on it.
(Catherine Myers 10:56pm June 13, 2012)

Book sounds wonderful - will be checking book one out.
(Mary C 11:17pm June 13, 2012)

Covers are excellent, I have walked along the Thames and seen Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament so they remind me of holidays. Now you have me wondering where the magically gifted people live and work, if they have their own civil service like in the Harry Potter books. May have to read the books to find out!
(Clare O'Beara 5:52am June 14, 2012)

I can't wait to try out this series- it sounds fantastic. Watch out, Harry
Dresden, it looks like you've got some competition...
Thanks for the chance to win! :)
(Debbie Burdeen 10:19am June 14, 2012)

This sounds like an exciting read from a new to me author. Read the author bio and am impressed.
(G. Bisbjerg 11:59am June 14, 2012)

Sounds like a book I would love to read! Thanks for the contest, hope I win!
(Ann Thaxton 3:25pm June 14, 2012)

This sounds like an intriguing book I'd love to read from a new author!
(Rich Cook 6:20pm June 14, 2012)

I'm dying to read Benedict's new book. I can't wait to get my hands on it!
(Molly Frenzel 6:29pm June 14, 2012)

Rituals have a place in history and tradition. You know more about what's expected behavior-wise.
(Alyson Widen 9:45pm June 14, 2012)

Sounds like a fun read! I love the sci fi stories!
(Darci Paice 11:41pm June 14, 2012)

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