A continuing science-fiction fantasy adventure-best enjoyed after Books 1 and 2, but written to welcome new readers.
Recalled
The Adventures of Rhone & Stone, Book 3: A Hopeful Science-Fiction Fantasy Adventure
Recalled by a mysterious signal that can only have come from Jewel, Rhone sets out for the Capital Stronghold. He has barely begun the journey when he's ambushed-beaten, bound, and once again separated from Stone, his crystalline friend and partner.
His attacker, Lev, turns out to be a former OPR agent, falsely accused and cast out of the agency. What begins as survival becomes an unlikely alliance, as Lev's story of betrayal reveals cracks within the organization Rhone once trusted without question. When Rhone returns with Lev in tow, Aundrea-his mentor and superior-chooses belief over suspicion, restoring Lev to the fold and placing her at Rhone's side as he steps into leadership as head of a new department devoted to emerging technology.
Rhone soon learns his recall had another purpose. Could it be that The Brotherhood, a shadowy group thought to belong to history, is hiding another We? The possibility sends Stone searching for signs of his own kind.
When discovery proves elusive, Rhone turns to what he loves most: tinkering. His playful mechanical creations soon redesigned into elegant scouting devices capable of tracking signals no human could trace.
When Lev casually mentions the coast as the site of her last mission, Rhone chooses action over caution. Leaving without notice, he walks straight into the Brotherhood's trap. Injured, imprisoned, and fighting to survive, Rhone uses every skill he has to escape-only to find himself wandering the Brotherhood's towering cliff-side citadel in search of a way out.
Salvation comes not through strength alone, but through loyalty, ingenuity, and friends who refuse to let him fall: Lev, willing to sacrifice everything for the young man she has come to see as family; Bella at the helm of her airship, The Lady Luna; and Aundrea, standing firm in love and conviction for her youngest agent.
Recalled is a hopeful science-fiction fantasy adventure featuring airships, mindful alien intelligences, steampunk-inspired technology, and found family. It celebrates second chances, trust, and the enduring bond between a man and his crystalline companion.
Perfect for fans of action-adventure sci-fi, character-driven fantasy, alien-intelligence companions, and heroes who never truly fly alone.
Industry Reviews
Chanticleer Book Reviews
Recalled stands out for its dynamic character development.
Rhone is still a bit young and naive-awkward and not exactly a master swordsman-but his resilience and authentic heart push him forward, confronting conflict from well before his own time.
Stone, his crystal companion, is the perfect foil: grumpy, brilliant, and full of dry humor. Their banter is fun and engaging, and their bond deepens the emotional core of the story.
Lev is guarded, clearly haunted by her past, but as she starts opening herself to Rhone, her caring nature will draw readers well into her corner.
And the villains? Those five brothers add just the right amount of creepy, selfish, and mysterious to the story. You know they're up to no good, but not quite how, and that tension hums under every scene.
Klusman's writing style is straightforward and familiar like someone telling you a story around a campfire. It's not overly polished, but that rawness actually adds to the personal charm.
He uses the steampunk setting to introduce intriguing details. Tiny mechanical creatures (think bug-sized automatons) shape the intrigue and give the world even more texture. This setting feels alive, always transforming with new technology.
Themes of trust, redemption, what it means to be part of a family, and the corrupting nature of power resonate throughout Recalled.
This is one of those stories that'll keep you reading late into the night. It has action, heart, mystery, and enough emotional weight to make it stick with you long after the last page. Readers of the past two books in the series may miss Bella and the airship from the previous entry, but as Rhone's world grows more connected and complex he learns the importance of calling on old friends.
Recalled by Strider S.R. Klusman doesn't leaves behind shadows, open questions, and the sense that The Adventures of Rhone and Stone are only beginning. Readers who love fantasy, secret plots, and characters who struggle and grow will find themselves enthralled-and maybe even left a little restless, wondering what comes next.
