Lindsay Buroker

Lindsay Buroker is an American indie author known for writing fantasy and science fiction series, having published over 80 books since 2011. She established herself as a successful self-published author primarily through her epic fantasy and steampunk novels. The Emperor's Edge series launched Buroker's career and remains one of her most popular works, following the adventures of an enforcer-turned-vigilante in a steam-powered fantasy world. Her Dragon Blood series combines fantasy with steampunk elements and has also gained significant readership. Buroker maintains a consistent publishing schedule, typically releasing multiple books per year across various series. She has written under multiple pen names and expanded into different subgenres including space opera and urban fantasy. Several of her series feature strong female protagonists and blend elements of romance with adventure, while maintaining focus on plot and world-building. Her work frequently incorporates themes of loyalty, honor, and complex political intrigue.

Readers appreciate Buroker's consistent output and fast-paced plotting, with many noting her blend of steampunk, fantasy, and romance elements. Fans highlight her character development, humor, and banter between leads. Common praise points: - Complex female protagonists - Clear writing style without excessive description - Value for money with lengthy series - Quick release schedule of new books - Strong worldbuilding Common criticisms: - Romance subplots can overshadow main storylines - Similar character dynamics across different series - Some pacing issues in middle books of series - Predictable plot resolutions Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: Most books average 4.2-4.4/5 stars Amazon: Typically 4.5-4.7/5 stars BookBub: 4.4/5 stars average One reader noted: "She writes like clockwork and delivers exactly what her fans want." Another commented: "The formula works but gets repetitive if you read multiple series back-to-back."

The Emperor's Edge Series The Emperor's Edge - An enforcer teams up with an assassin to stop a plot against the emperor while dealing with false accusations of treason. Dark Currents - The team investigates a series of murders connected to ancient artifacts while avoiding imperial entanglements. Deadly Games - A diplomatic mission becomes complicated when the team must prevent an assassination during the Empire's games. Conspiracy - The group works to prevent a war while uncovering connections between their enemy and imperial leadership. Blood and Betrayal - The team pursues a dangerous tributary while dealing with betrayal from within their own ranks. Forged in Blood I - The first part of the finale sees the team working to prevent a science-based weapon from destroying the empire. Forged in Blood II - The conclusion brings all plot threads together as the team faces their greatest challenge against the tributary.

The Dragon Blood Series Balanced on the Blade's Edge - A pilot meets a sorceress prisoner while defending a military outpost from invaders. Deathmaker - Two dragon-blood-enhanced soldiers investigate murders while pursued by their own military. Blood Charged - Dragon hunters and military forces clash over ancient artifacts and modern technology. Patterns in the Dark - A pilot and sorceress must stop a plot involving forbidden magic and advanced weaponry. The Blade's Memory - The team travels to a foreign land to rescue a captured ally and confront new enemies. Under the Ice Blades - An adventure in the frozen north reveals dangerous secrets about dragon blood warriors. Raptor - The series conclusion involves preventing a war while dealing with dragon-enhanced super soldiers.

Fallen Empire Series Star Nomad - A pilot and her crew navigate post-war chaos while delivering cargo and avoiding imperial forces. Honor's Flight - The crew searches for a scientist who may hold the key to preventing an interstellar war. Starseers - Ancient technology and mysterious powers become central to the crew's mission to maintain peace. Relic of Sorrows - A dangerous artifact leads the crew into conflict with multiple factions seeking its power. Cleon Moon - The team becomes involved in a rebellion while pursuing their larger mission. Arkadian Skies - Politics and espionage complicate the crew's mission on a technologically advanced world. Perilous Hunt - The series conclusion brings together various factions in a final confrontation over ancient technology.