The Lightness of Water

"The Lightness of Water is a true work of art. If you start reading it, don't plan on sleeping until you're finished! Cabell  has a special talent for crafting a story that’s both a thrilling  adventure and a deeply moving emotional journey. The high-stakes action is perfectly balanced by an unexpected romance that feels both earned  and authentic. What distinguishes this work  is the remarkable depth of its characterisation, making it impossible  for the reader not to form a lasting emotional investment. Moreover, I greatly appreciated the subtle echoes of the Davidic narrative woven throughout, using his archetype in such a refreshing and unconventional way. Rather than a literal retelling, the scriptural parallels felt like nuanced nods to his spirit and trials that added a unique brilliance to the plot." (Louise Jane, CEO, Christlit Book Awards)

"An exquisitely refined fantasy adventure...it  is not the worldbuilding that drives this novel, it is instead Cabell's  dynamic and well-rounded characters. Despite how classic the  enemies-to-lovers storyline may be, the palpable tension between Solace  and Rhees brings new life to the well-worn trope. Intense dangers  brought on by powerful enemies add an exhilarating level of uncertainty  to the unfolding drama, urging the story into more than a few exciting  and suspenseful action scenes. Highlighted by a breathtaking romance, The Lightness of Water is an exquisitely refined fantasy adventure that will keep you reading well into the night." (Indies Today)
 

"A cleverly crafted fantasy packed full of mystery, adventure, and romance! Highly recommended...the characters spring off the page.  Although there is a plot, it is the characters in this drama who hold  everything together. This story is a perfectly balanced mix of 'speech'  and 'a well-paced plot'...There were plenty of twists and turns to keep  me turning the page, and the characters (the kind, the strange, and the  mysterious) were interesting - even memorable...if you enjoy  character-led novels with a strong element of suspense, The Lightness of Water is for you." (The Wishing Shelf)