Hecate's Labyrinth

Hecate's Labyrinth

"A sensational cast fuels this exuberant tale that baffles as often as it charms. Our verdict — get it."  — Kirkus Reviews It begins with the kidnapping of a young witch. But Helena's no ordinary witch — she's the Russian president's daughter. Dimitri, the Georgian soldier who abducted her, has only one thing on his mind — end the war between Russia and Georgia, even if it means using his lover as leverage. And his desperate plan just might've worked if the witchcraft goddess hadn't sent them through a time portal to battle with a medieval nightmare god.   Hecate's Labyrinth  is a kaleidoscopic tale of star-crossed lovers who venture through mythology and history to unravel a spine-chilling mystery and save their world from annihilation. "A sensational cast fuels this exuberant tale that baffles as often as it charms. The narrative includes such reliably entertaining genre trademarks as a well-defined quest and fantastical creatures. The sublime ending, though open to interpretation, provides readers with welcome illumination. Our verdict — get it." — Kirkus Reviews "This impressive magical quest blends mysticism gleaned from folklore and history. Lightsey's ambitious debut, the enchanted story of a modern Russian witch whisked back in time to battle a demon, is rich in historical fact, folklore, and occult references from diverse cultures. The quest itself is engaging and exciting, and Helena is a rousing hero." — BookLife by Publishers Weekly "An eclectic web of ideas come together to take a Russian witch on a transformational journey in this unique fantasy novel. Anticipate philosophical debates, mythological references, and the occasional but necessary bit of comic relief in this labyrinthine fantasy. With an ending that is sure to stick around, Hecate's Labyrinth is a book that readers will remember." — Jaylynn Korrell, Independent Book Review "A fantastical odyssey that traverses a fine line between the surreal and tangible, Hecate's Labyrinth is a treat for fantasy lovers. Lightsey borrows elements from a lot of different cultures, including Russian, Arabic, Chinese, and Indian, to tell a story rich in philosophical discourse, mythology, and fantastical lore. I thoroughly enjoyed Hecate's Labyrinth and recommend it to readers of both fantasy and romance." — Pikasho Deka, Readers' Favorite "Lightsey's text is passionately written and moves at an electrifying pace. An often invigorating read which confidently blends folklore and mysticism. Sharp, witty, and delightfully full of expletives. Adrenaline-fueled, fantastical, and enormous fun. A must for lovers of fantasy fiction, Hecate's Labyrinth is full of interesting and enlightening ideas." — The BookLife Prize Michael Lightsey is an American multidisciplinary artist, author, and mystic. He was born in Ohio and grew up with an eclectic mixture of art, athletics, music, and theatre. Today, he lives in California and enjoys making art when he's not making his family crazy. This is his first novel.