Cacophony of Crowns


Fiction - Fantasy - General
173 Pages
Reviewed on 11/23/2024
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Author Biography

Garrett S. Broussard, author of Cacophony of Crowns, is a software developer for Animation and Visual Effects, photographer, woodworker, hiker, and whisky lover. He enjoys creature features, fantasy and science fiction shows of all kinds and calibers, as well as horror and nature documentaries.
He is fascinated with dogs, occult history, and Carl Jung's work on Archetypes.

    Book Review

Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite

Cacophony of Crowns by Garrett S. Broussard is a collection of tales that explores the past, present, and future. The book begins with epic fantasy stories set in dark forests and featuring gods, along with a series of power grabs and kingdom usurpations. Readers will encounter a warrior enchanted by a goddess, a ruthless king who betrays and manipulates those around him, and a queen seeking vengeance. These tales are filled with adventure and magic. The stories that follow have supernatural and science-fiction elements. Read about a dragon causing chaos, and a grieving father encountering the spirit of his deceased son in the kitchen. Finally, the last part covers futuristic tales about galactic games and a corporate spy in a floating restaurant on the fringes of a solar system.

Cacophony of Crowns is a captivating collection that covers a wide spectrum of genres and themes. The tales are about ambition, resilience, greed, grief, and issues that many readers will relate to. The book is well-structured into three distinct sections, making it easy for readers to follow and transition between the varying tones and themes, from epic fantasy to supernatural and science fiction narratives. Garrett S. Broussard's imaginative storytelling crafts rich worlds and complex characters, immersing readers in a tapestry of emotions and experiences. The author's versatility as a storyteller shines through, as each tale not only entertains but also sparks thoughtful reflections on universal human struggles. Overall, Cacophony of Crowns is an engaging read that will appeal to fans of different genres and those seeking a multifaceted collection of tales.