"Alvarez brings to this epic fantasy an ambitious, philosophical bent, a resonant clash between generations, and a colorful, highly visual aesthetic. " - BookLife by Publisher's Weekly

"Dutybound both feels like classic high fantasy and something entirely new at the same time. I've heard others comparing the writing to George R. R. Martin and I must agree! That's what this feels most like to me. The descriptions, world-building, and general prose do feel very much like Martin's work, both A Song of Ice and Fire and his other works. In terms of the actual characters and plot, though, Dutybound is its own book! This is a story you've never read before." - Westveil Publishing

"I feel like a lot of times fantasy/sci-fi books are very repetitive with the plot and this was so unique I absolutely loved it! The creativity that went into developing this plot shows because it is amazing, it's interesting and captivating." - Lindsay's Book Club, Goodreads

"This is such a unique fantasy book! The cover is gorgeous. I will admit it took a little to get into but I feel that's very usual when reading some fantasy works but once I was used to the way it was written I was hooked. If you are a fan of Lord of the Rings or Game of Thrones, you'd love this one." - Kion, Goodreads

"Unique fantasy world with unique characters. The book was different from other fantasy books I have read, in a good way. The plot was great and creative. The length of the book was just right. I really enjoyed the book and would recommend to others." - Annie, Goodreads

"Lucia is a protagonist that you can root for from the very beginning. You will sympathize with her struggle and hope for her triumph. The ending will leave you feeling empowered to take on the struggles in your own life. Can't wait to see what's next!" - Ashley Vaughn, Goodreads

"I loved how Leo, Lucia, and Luzanna all have names that start with an L. It helps to keep the imagery of the light versus darkness battle. The other thing I found this author did better than most fantasy authors was to make the fight scenes something I could follow. Having just read Priory of the Orange Tree in which the epic battle scenes almost required note taking, I really appreciated being able to visualize the epic battles. Since we know it is part of a series, I was wondering how the characters I had invested in getting to know would develop and grow. I was not disappointed. Leo, Lucia, and Luzanna all made each other stronger and added a layer of depth to their personalities. I can't wait for the next book." - Anne Hart, Goodreads

"This book is full of very philosophical themes, exploring light vs dark and the morality behind our choices. If you're only here for action scenes and a fantasy world you'll get that in spades, but I believe the true treasure at the heart of this book is all of the tough questions it asks and attempts to answer. It's fresh, it's captivating, and it's inspiring." - Jenna Rideout, Goodreads