K. J. Colt
Author of Concealed Power
About the Author
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Works by K. J. Colt
Savage (Klawdia, #3) 1 copy
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Dominion Rising: 23 Brand New Novels from Top Fantasy and Science Fiction Authors (2017) — Contributor — 22 copies, 2 reviews
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- Gender
- female
- Education
- University of New England
- Occupations
- writer
advocate for the disadvantaged - Short biography
- Kylie J. Colt lives on the sunny Gold Coast, Australia in the sprawling city of Perth and has been writing for three years. Her favourite writers are Kristin Cashore, Robin Hobb, Trudi Canavan and Maria V. Snyder. She has an honours degree in psychology and counselling, enjoys road trips, gaming (Skyrim/Civilisation/Assassin's Creed), music festivals (electronica), playing pool, yoga, bushwalking, and gobbles up anything fantasy-related. Her favourite fantasy shows include Game of Thrones and Trueblood, and she is currently reading Robin Hobb's Blood of Dragons.
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- Australia
- Associated Place (for map)
- Australia
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I read the first book in the series, Concealed Power, and was impressed enough to then read Blood Healing. I am not really a fantasy genre reader because I don't care for all the magic and spells that are rife in the fantasy books I have read. However, K.J. Colt has really made me reconsider this genre.
Ms Colt has written a very well crafted story with excellent strong characters. I am personally extremely impressed with the writing style. This book is a definite 5 star story set in an an show more alternate reality. The fantasy genre allows the author to incorporate some really interesting aspects to the story. In truth, the underlying story could be written into many genres and still be wildly entertaining.
I read the author's website in which she says that she want to be the best writer she can be. My opinion is that she has already reached a level that would allow he to keep writing without apologizing for anything. I consider her writing to be equal to and better than many mainstream authors.
This series of books is so well written that I feel very comfortable recommending this author to everyone. Give Ms. Colt a trial and you will fall under her spell. (Yes, that is my homage to the fantasy genre.) show less
Ms Colt has written a very well crafted story with excellent strong characters. I am personally extremely impressed with the writing style. This book is a definite 5 star story set in an an show more alternate reality. The fantasy genre allows the author to incorporate some really interesting aspects to the story. In truth, the underlying story could be written into many genres and still be wildly entertaining.
I read the author's website in which she says that she want to be the best writer she can be. My opinion is that she has already reached a level that would allow he to keep writing without apologizing for anything. I consider her writing to be equal to and better than many mainstream authors.
This series of books is so well written that I feel very comfortable recommending this author to everyone. Give Ms. Colt a trial and you will fall under her spell. (Yes, that is my homage to the fantasy genre.) show less
Over the years, I've found myself losing interest with fantasy literature, which is quite strange because, as it's an offshoot of the oral tradition, which I very much enjoy, fantasy is the genre I'm most drawn to. Perhaps there are too many imitators out there, or I'm harder to please than I used to be, but I've found much of what I've read in recent years to be stale as the same tropes get rehashed over and over again. How many Dark Lords, little folk, or gritty, cast of thousands filled show more medieval-styled novels can one read without growing weary of them?
Fortunately, there are some wonderful new authors bringing a fresh voice to the genre. Refuge by KJ Colt, is the sequel to Bear Heart, which I had the pleasure of also reading. One of the things that drew me to the Klawdia series is the rich, descriptive narration and excellent world building. There aren't any clichéd little people to be found in this series, but rather a well-thought out world peopled by rustic tribes with an intriguing caste system. It's easy to lose yourself in a vibrant, rich world that is so convincingly revealed with the author's thoughtful, but very capable storytelling style. The lead character, Klawdia, as a female warrior, makes an interesting change of pace from similar novels in the genre. The fact that the story takes note of the fact that she's a female in a male-dominated warrior culture adds an extra punch to the story.
Refuge picks up right up from where Bear Heart left off. After disobeying her father, the chieftain of her tribe, for failing to destroy the life of her unborn child, Klawdia is on the run fighting to protect it from her father's wrath. Meanwhile, the political tide has changed in her village as her nemesis, Skelkra, who also happens to be her child's father, becomes the heir-apparent, whose plot to dominate the other tribes threatens war against her people.
Klawdia goes into hiding and discovers allies along the way. What follows is a gripping tale recounting her struggle to save her people from the evil machinations of Skelkra while keeping her child safe from harm.
As a sequel, I found this book to be even superior than the introductory tale. The stakes are higher for Klawdia in this one and you can see the fierce determination she has to put things right.
Some readers might find the first chapter a little-slow moving. For me it was just perfect as we are allowed to settle back into the world that Klwadia inhabits before the action speeds along. This tale is sure to reward readers who stick with it as well as fans of the first book.
Overall, this is an excellent novella that's well-told and written. There's just the right balance between action and drama to keep you flipping pages. I highly recommend this book to fantasy fans especially those looking for a tale with a strong female lead.
4.5 stars for a gripping tale packed with intrigue and action.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for an honest review. show less
Fortunately, there are some wonderful new authors bringing a fresh voice to the genre. Refuge by KJ Colt, is the sequel to Bear Heart, which I had the pleasure of also reading. One of the things that drew me to the Klawdia series is the rich, descriptive narration and excellent world building. There aren't any clichéd little people to be found in this series, but rather a well-thought out world peopled by rustic tribes with an intriguing caste system. It's easy to lose yourself in a vibrant, rich world that is so convincingly revealed with the author's thoughtful, but very capable storytelling style. The lead character, Klawdia, as a female warrior, makes an interesting change of pace from similar novels in the genre. The fact that the story takes note of the fact that she's a female in a male-dominated warrior culture adds an extra punch to the story.
Refuge picks up right up from where Bear Heart left off. After disobeying her father, the chieftain of her tribe, for failing to destroy the life of her unborn child, Klawdia is on the run fighting to protect it from her father's wrath. Meanwhile, the political tide has changed in her village as her nemesis, Skelkra, who also happens to be her child's father, becomes the heir-apparent, whose plot to dominate the other tribes threatens war against her people.
Klawdia goes into hiding and discovers allies along the way. What follows is a gripping tale recounting her struggle to save her people from the evil machinations of Skelkra while keeping her child safe from harm.
As a sequel, I found this book to be even superior than the introductory tale. The stakes are higher for Klawdia in this one and you can see the fierce determination she has to put things right.
Some readers might find the first chapter a little-slow moving. For me it was just perfect as we are allowed to settle back into the world that Klwadia inhabits before the action speeds along. This tale is sure to reward readers who stick with it as well as fans of the first book.
Overall, this is an excellent novella that's well-told and written. There's just the right balance between action and drama to keep you flipping pages. I highly recommend this book to fantasy fans especially those looking for a tale with a strong female lead.
4.5 stars for a gripping tale packed with intrigue and action.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for an honest review. show less
Concealed Power by K.J. Colt
First off I received this book free. To be honest I might not have read it if it hadn't been free. Mostly because it is just a bit out of my usual favorite genre. I really loved this story because it made me very angry and I'll explain that. I purchased a copy afterward, on amazon, because the story and the author deserve that much.
This book reminds me of all those old classic favorites of mine which also are a bit away from my favorite genre. It's reminiscent of show more Charles Dickens in its richly described atmosphere and well told characterizations. It has the mystery and intrigue of many of my favorite Alexander Dumas. Except, K.J. Colt's style is her own.
I have no idea of what the era of the story is. All I know is that its a time of backward benighted people who treat all illness as some sort of curse caused by witches and devils. And, Adenine is caught up into it with a heart of gold and the innocence of a child.
The reader is introduce to the story through a series of events seen through Adenine's eyes. Not only is this the way that K.J. Colt has chosen to tell the story, I'll venture a wager that it was the way the story chose to be told. First person is not always easy and has to be mastered in order to come out well at the other end. K.J. does this. It's always too easy to slip into making the story sound like a shopping list or laundry list when doing first person and I never once felt that way. Instead we are brought right into the world of Adenine without any unnecessary overhead.
What this does for the story is it creates a series of mysteries that will unfold as Adenine is able to discern them. And this is where I got angry. It's always a triumph when what you read takes you out of your comfort zone, which is what Concealed Power does. It's even more of a feat when it can move the reader with real emotion.
I was angry that these things were happening to Adenine. Disturbed that her parent left her with her uncle when her uncle was in such a shattered state and that it all led to disaster. Distraught that it seemed that Adenine was being treated poorly even by her parents. And very confused and distressed that she had been blinded and that I wasn't sure, but it seemed her parents were actively responsible for this.
I Can tell you that at that point I resolved that K.J. Colt had better have some good reasons for all these thing to have to happen to this poor little girl of 11 years.
Adenine lives with her father Adronian and mother Capacia in a sheltered life because she has some rare Death Plague that will infect anyone she comes in contact with. She watches life from her window while her parent run their shop Mystoria. On occasion her favorite Uncle, Garrad, takes care of her and sneaks her out of the house at night to visit his shack. Her life seems like a bad enough life as it is, it's about to explode into something worse.
Adenine will lose her sight and half her family and when what's left is too sick to care for her, Adenine has to venture into the world she's been kept from. She's about to discover her life has been a lie and she's going to have to grow up quickly to be able to take care of herself in a world that may be set to reject her.
K.J. Colt delivers but it takes quite some time, almost half way through the story for the reader to begin to get some answers. I can't agree with much of what her parents have done and it seems there are quite a number of other characters in the story who, for various reasons, will eventually agree with that assessment.
The important thing is that this story evokes emotion and delivers a well paced story with moments of the mundane contrasting the trials and tribulations that confront Adenine. The heartbreak and thankfully some of the joy.
This book is for anyone who loves Fantasy fiction and has enjoyed many of the classics of yesterdays authors. It has a well built world of specific customs and values that, though often frustrating, make perfect sense for this story. This is a great story for anyone who doesn't mind being jerked out of their comfort zone for few moments to set the stage for the rest of the story.
The best part is that you don't have to agree with how the characters act because there will always be another character within the story who will agree with you about that even if that character has some disagreeable qualities. And the actions for these characters make perfect sense within the story for the character no matter how frustrated or angry it makes you.
I like a story that makes me think and love the one that makes me feel.
J.L. Dobias show less
First off I received this book free. To be honest I might not have read it if it hadn't been free. Mostly because it is just a bit out of my usual favorite genre. I really loved this story because it made me very angry and I'll explain that. I purchased a copy afterward, on amazon, because the story and the author deserve that much.
This book reminds me of all those old classic favorites of mine which also are a bit away from my favorite genre. It's reminiscent of show more Charles Dickens in its richly described atmosphere and well told characterizations. It has the mystery and intrigue of many of my favorite Alexander Dumas. Except, K.J. Colt's style is her own.
I have no idea of what the era of the story is. All I know is that its a time of backward benighted people who treat all illness as some sort of curse caused by witches and devils. And, Adenine is caught up into it with a heart of gold and the innocence of a child.
The reader is introduce to the story through a series of events seen through Adenine's eyes. Not only is this the way that K.J. Colt has chosen to tell the story, I'll venture a wager that it was the way the story chose to be told. First person is not always easy and has to be mastered in order to come out well at the other end. K.J. does this. It's always too easy to slip into making the story sound like a shopping list or laundry list when doing first person and I never once felt that way. Instead we are brought right into the world of Adenine without any unnecessary overhead.
What this does for the story is it creates a series of mysteries that will unfold as Adenine is able to discern them. And this is where I got angry. It's always a triumph when what you read takes you out of your comfort zone, which is what Concealed Power does. It's even more of a feat when it can move the reader with real emotion.
I was angry that these things were happening to Adenine. Disturbed that her parent left her with her uncle when her uncle was in such a shattered state and that it all led to disaster. Distraught that it seemed that Adenine was being treated poorly even by her parents. And very confused and distressed that she had been blinded and that I wasn't sure, but it seemed her parents were actively responsible for this.
I Can tell you that at that point I resolved that K.J. Colt had better have some good reasons for all these thing to have to happen to this poor little girl of 11 years.
Adenine lives with her father Adronian and mother Capacia in a sheltered life because she has some rare Death Plague that will infect anyone she comes in contact with. She watches life from her window while her parent run their shop Mystoria. On occasion her favorite Uncle, Garrad, takes care of her and sneaks her out of the house at night to visit his shack. Her life seems like a bad enough life as it is, it's about to explode into something worse.
Adenine will lose her sight and half her family and when what's left is too sick to care for her, Adenine has to venture into the world she's been kept from. She's about to discover her life has been a lie and she's going to have to grow up quickly to be able to take care of herself in a world that may be set to reject her.
K.J. Colt delivers but it takes quite some time, almost half way through the story for the reader to begin to get some answers. I can't agree with much of what her parents have done and it seems there are quite a number of other characters in the story who, for various reasons, will eventually agree with that assessment.
The important thing is that this story evokes emotion and delivers a well paced story with moments of the mundane contrasting the trials and tribulations that confront Adenine. The heartbreak and thankfully some of the joy.
This book is for anyone who loves Fantasy fiction and has enjoyed many of the classics of yesterdays authors. It has a well built world of specific customs and values that, though often frustrating, make perfect sense for this story. This is a great story for anyone who doesn't mind being jerked out of their comfort zone for few moments to set the stage for the rest of the story.
The best part is that you don't have to agree with how the characters act because there will always be another character within the story who will agree with you about that even if that character has some disagreeable qualities. And the actions for these characters make perfect sense within the story for the character no matter how frustrated or angry it makes you.
I like a story that makes me think and love the one that makes me feel.
J.L. Dobias show less
This is the continuation of Adenine's story. We get to follow her to Meligna, the healer city. This is where Adenine begins to grow even more! She learns that things aren't what they seem, and continues to fight for what she believes, even if she doesn't yet know. I love this story! I fell in love with characters from the first book, only to meet even more characters that got my mind thinking! I love the way the author writes. She adds just enough history so that you don't feel lost, and you show more learn along the way with Adenine. I am definitely awaiting the next book! So many questions and hopes! show less
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