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1.08.2026

The Unending Light ~ Review with Giveaway

The Unending Light JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Unending Light by Brett Armstrong, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

The Unending Light
The Unending Light 
Quest of Fire #7 
By Brett Armstrong 

This is the seventh book in the Quest of Fire series that is split between to two eras. In each era, war is consuming the land, threatening those who are Knights of the Light and followers of the King.  

Keeping the faith and holding fast to what you know to be true even in the face of impossible odds is repeatedly played out. As the forces in opposition to the Knights seemingly continue to achieve victory and grow in strength Jason and Anargen find their hearts tested/ Will they hold fast to their vows or fall to their fears? When those we love are in danger what holds the greater sway over us? This is the question both young men face throughout. 

I really appreciated the thorough recap of the previous books in the series it was excellent. 

This book is one that grips you from the beginning. But you MUST read the series in order as each book builds on what came before. There is an obvious faith element through the book and series, but this is what gives this book its depth.

In my opinion, those who have read and enjoyed Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, Lawhead's Bright Empires, and Walley's The Lamb Among the Stars series will find the Quest of Fire series equally engaging in depth and emotional engagement by the reader. I feel that this book is for older teens and up (or advanced younger teens).

My only complaint is that the series is now complete. There were heartbreaking loses throughout but moments of triumph that offered hope that maybe they can succeed. I really appreciate the obvious work the author put into the Quest of Fire. To bring so many threads together, weaving them into a cohesive and epic conclusion is just WOW!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               About the Book

Title: The Unending Light 
Series:
Quest of Fire #7 
Author:
Brett Armstrong 
Publisher:
Expanse Books 
Release Date: December 16, 2025 
Genre: Christian, Epic Fantasy

War has consumed the Lowlands in both Jason and Anargen’s eras. Each teen struggles to keep true to the Quest as the armies led by the dark powers of the Lowlands edge closer to victory. 

A secret buried in Ordumair can guarantee that evil Monarch Ilyron destroys the Tower of Light Anargen has striven to defend. And Jason’s brother, Dorian, has found an equally powerful weapon in the mysterious land of Jhi. The ancient threat of dragons returning to the Lowlands threatens to plunge the Lowlands into ruin. 

Losses that leave both teens grieving deeply and an ever-diminishing list of allies means they must be willing to give everything to rescue their world from the looming desolation. But they must face the truth that it is still far too little to win, unless they can hold on till the King’s Day arrives.  

PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Scrivenings Press | Amazon | BookBub

More in This Series

      Shadows at Nightfall

Quest of Fire: Desperation


About the Author

Brett Armstrong

Brett Armstrong has been exploring other worlds as a writer since age nine. Years later, he still writes, but now invites others along on his excursions. He’s shown readers haunting, deep historical fiction (Destitutio Quod Remissio), scary-real dystopian sci-fi (Tomorrow’s Edge series), and layered, sweeping epic fantasy (Quest of Fire). Every story is a journey of discovery and an attempt to be a brush in the Master Artist’s hand. Through dark, despair, light, joy, and everything in between, the end is always meant to leave his fellow literary explorers with wonder and hope. Always busy with a new story, he also enjoys drawing, gardening, and spending time with his wife and son.

Connect with Brett by visiting brettarmstrong.net to follow him on social media and subscribe to email updates.


Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a $25 Amazon gift card and exclusive Quest of Fire digital content (series theme music and digital maps)!

The Unending Light JustRead Tours blog giveaway

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1.07.2026

Of Dawn and Embers ~ Coming Soon

 Gillian Bronte Adams's thrilling conclusion the Fireborn Epic is releasing next week!


Of Dawn and Embers is an excellent read and truly a fitting conclusion to a series I don't want to end!

Available to preorder at Of Dawn and Embers by Gillian Bronte Adams    

1.04.2026

2026 is Here and Bookish News!

 Hope everyone had a lovely holiday.
I have submitted my story, Water's Gift, which you will be able to
enjoy in March 2026.

I can't wait for you to read my retelling of
The Water of Life, 
which will be published in 
Of Hope and Honor.


Preorder the ebook for only $2.99
(Now on sale for 50 % off)

https://us.amazon.com/dp/B0F9S7NT5B/







12.27.2025

Tropes Of Hope and Honor


Do you love clean, no-spice fairytale retellings? Our fantasy fairytale anthology, Of Hope and Honor, comes out March 10, 2026, from Beyond the Bookery! Here’s a sneak peek of some tropes in the three novellas in the anthology!

Water’s Gift by Meagan Myhren-Bennett (@bloomingwbooks )

Beneath Sand and Stars by Kelsie Engen (@kelsieengen )

Rémy and the Rats by M. K. Minnick (@mkminnickbooks )

Which trope are you most excited about?

You can preorder the eBook for 50% off the regular price at
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0F9S7NT5B



12.18.2025

Guess the Fairy Tale ~ Of Hope and Honor

 Of Hope and Honor is coming March 10, 2026.

The stories in this book are coming to you from 
M. K. Minnick, Meagan Myhren-Bennett (me), and Kelsie Engen.

Front cover of Of Hope and Honor


This book is part of the Fairy Tale Frenzy Collection from 
Beyond the Bookery's Consuo Spes Liber
 Preorder from Amazon at 

I'm offering two clues regarding the two fairy tales I'm retelling.

1) A sister succeeds after her brothers are turned to stone.

2) There are three brothers; only one succeeds, but he nearly falls to his brothers' treachery.


Now a fun fact about these two fairy tales that I'm retelling and combining.

They have the same name.

Yes, these two fairy tales are being retold as one story.

I can't wait for you to read

Water's Gift
and the stories written by my fellow authors.


Any guesses.

Comment below

12.08.2025

Once Upon a Pen Book Awards 2025

 




The Once Upon a Pen Fairy Tale Book Awards celebrate the best in fairy tale, myth, legend, and classic literature retellings, published in 2025.

This is a reader’s choice award, where books are nominated and voted on by readers.

Books are eligible for several categories, including Best Book of the Year, and must meet  specific content guidelines to ensure suitability for a wide audience, including teens.

Learn more and vote at https://fairytaleauthors.com/awards


Now if you are inclined to nominate Golden Lotus, I won't object. But there were so many great books published this year, so be sure to nominate your favorites before December 31, 2025!