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Writers of the Future grand prize winner Randy Henderson presents a dark and quirky debut in Finn Fancy Necromancy.

Finn Gramaraye was framed for the crime of dark necromancy at the age of 15, and exiled to the Other Realm for twenty five years. But now that he's free, someone-probably the same someone-is trying to get him sent back. Finn has only a few days to discover who is so desperate to keep him out of the mortal world, and find evidence to prove it to the Arcane Enforcers. They are going to be very hard to convince, since he's already been convicted of trying to kill someone with dark magic.

But Finn has his family: His brother Mort who is running the family necrotorium business now, his brother Pete who believes he's a werewolf, though he is not, and his sister Samantha who is, unfortunately, allergic to magic. And he's got Zeke, a fellow exile and former enforcer, who doesn't really believe in Finn's innocence but is willing to follow along in hopes of getting his old job back.

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February 10, 2015
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0765378086
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“Absolutely marvelous. A funny, quirky, and compelling tale full of fantastic twists and dire conspiracies, featuring a charmingly awkward hero you'll root for every step of the way. Henderson's voice is unique and delightful and this is, hands down, the best fantasy debut novel of the year.” ―Kat Richardson, bestselling author of the Greywalker series

“Mix one cup humor, two cups homage to the 80s, and three cups imagination run wild and you get Randy Henderson's debut novel, Finn Fancy Necromancy.... Any child of the 80s and lover of fun, funny fantasy is going to love Henderson's first shuffle onto the storyteller's stage...and demand an immediate encore.” ―Ken Scholes, author of the Psalms of Isaak series

“A fast-paced fantasy mystery.... Henderson's debut novel is somehow lighthearted despite the doom and gloom inherent in its premise…. The quick turns of the mystery plot make this a speedy and enjoyable read, and Finn's world is a lively one, packed with all manner of weird and wonderful ghosts and goblins…. Genre fans looking for a fix will enjoy the gleefully ghoulish setting and engaging, suspenseful plot.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Henderson's debut is written from the unusual viewpoint of a teenager full of 1980s memories thrown into an adult body in the present day, and Finn faces peril at every turn.... The entertaining style and breakneck pace nonetheless make it easy to fall into Finn's world for a fun, if flawed, getaway.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Funny and exciting.... The family dynamics between Finn and his brothers are well done, and the author (winner of Writers of the Future's 2014 Golden Pen Award) excellently shows Finn as an emotionally stunted teenager suddenly middle-aged and having to deal with the family and friends he left behind. A promising writer to watch.” ―Library Journal

About the Author

RANDY HENDERSON is the grand prize winner of Writers of the Future Award for 2014, a Clarion West graduate, and member of SFWA and Codex. His fiction has appeared in places like Penumbra, Escape Pod, and Realms of Fantasy, as well as anthologies. He is the author of Finn Fancy Necromancy and Bigfootloose and Finn Fancy Free.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tor Books; First Edition (February 10, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0765378086
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0765378088
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.72 x 1.24 x 8.62 inches

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Randy Henderson's darkly humorous contemporary fantasy trilogy from TOR (US) and Titan (UK) includes FINN FANCY NECROMANCY, BIGFOOTLOOSE & FINN FANCY FREE, and SMELLS LIKE FINN SPIRIT.

Randy was the Golden Pen Grand Prize winner of Writers of the Future in 2014.

Randy is also a member of the Dungeon Scrawlers D&D liveplay show, and a relapsed sarcasm addict. He lives in Western Washington with writer and audiobook narrator Folly Blaine, too many gnomes, and the requisite two cats. Don’t hesitate to message him, he's happy to chat and be of help where he can. (He/Him)

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Finn goes from 15 to 40 in the blink of a magic eye.

Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2015

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I read a 'preview excerpt' of this novel -- 8 chapters -- through NetGalley and really enjoyed it. I was waiting patiently for the book to be released and now can say the remainder of the novel lived up to the sneak peek I had.

Finn was wrongly accused of dark necromancy because someone set him up to be exiled to the Other Realm to get rid of him. Now, 25 years later, someone is trying to get him sent back all over again. He has been given just a few days to prove he is innocence of a boat-load of old and new charges. Finn had sworn never to become involved in magic of any kind once he was back from that other place, but magic seems to be his only way of dealing with the witches, sasquatchs, gnomes, the Arcana Ruling Council and their Enforcers, and the truly bad guys who want him dead. What did a 15 year old kid ever do to them? But really, when your special gift is being a Talker -to the dead - and your family business is running a necrotorium, is there any possible way to avoid magic?

This was very enjoyable, funny, and a pleasure to read since the author plainly did not take himself so seriously he couldn't enjoy writing the book. Finn was 15 when he was banished and is now 40 so just imagine all the important things that have changed in the world. Finn seems most interested in catching up with music and technology and has some serious discoveries to make with things like the google and that Bluebeard thing. His expertise on his Commodore and using BASIC probably isn't going to be much help to him now. The ultimate bad-guy villain was moderately well hidden and took real 'magic' to accomplish, but I think author Randy Henderson played fair in sprinkling his clues around. While this doesn't quite live up to the dreaded cliffhanger ending there are some situations which were not resolved and it is plain from the last page that there is a second book to come. I plan to be right there ready to read it.

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Clever and Engaging

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2017

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This is a book with plenty of twists and a wide range of creatures; so many creatures that at the beginning I had a problem keeping track. But, as the book progressed I was drawn into the tale and I was glad I stuck with it.

It's an engaging yarn set in the great NorthWest in a small town that I've visited many times. Now, when I go there for lunch, I wonder is the waitress human or not. Magic emanates in the atmosphere there like heat ripples off the desert floor at noon.

This Audiobook is Finn Fantastic!

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2015

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I bought the audiobook of FINN FANCY NECROMANCY narrated by Todd Haberkorn, and I can't say enough good things. Todd's pacing is great, the quality of the production is high, and he just has a very easy way of speaking that holds my attention and keeps me in the moment. Obviously, it also helps me praise the audio so highly when I absolutely loved the book. Randy Henderson's debut novel has a dark streak, but the darkness (it's about someone who can speak to the dead) is punctuated with lots of quirkiness and humor. I was constantly delighted by where the author took me next. I highly recommend this book in any form you can get your hands (or ears) on.

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I can't decide if I like this book

Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2017

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I can't decide if I like this book. On the one hand, it is a fun read, and it is very different than a lot of urban fantasy I've read. But on the other side of the coin...the narrator annoys me. I get that he's supposed to be mentally a teenager stuck in an adult (not a spoiler, it is in the first chapter) but arrrrrrghhhh I wanted to strangle him several times. I'm trying to get through the 2nd book (obtained from the library) and am still really annoyed. I like the plot, I think, I just HATE the narrator. And his lady friends.

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Nina From Nowhere

different and fun

Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2018

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As a child of the 70's I enjoyed reliving ,y childhood through Finn's stuck-in-the-90s thinking. The world created by the author was easy to follow but unique from most other urban fantasy novels I have read.
Characters were amusing and interesting. Even the secondary and tertiary character had substance.
Quite a fun read!

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Solid (As A Rock)

Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2015

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Great entry into what I hope will be a long lived series.

Throw a little Pratchett, a little Adams, a little Dresden and a lot of 80's call backs into a blender and you have Finn Fancy Necromancy. Thankfully, Henderson manages to keep from overplaying the 80's influence while still staying true to the character and bringing him into the current day. He's also created a strong supporting cast to bring an adventure/mystery/coming of age too many years too late/family dynamic story to life in a poignant and relatable way. Can't wait for the next one!

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Jeffrey Waddell

Its a great first book of many

Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2015

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Randy had done a great job writing a first book that hits all the marks. I loved the 80's references but I agree with one reviewer about liking Finn himself. I can't wait for the next book its a great read, and he does a great job creating a good mood. Great work Randy keep up the work..

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This was a great read, and I hope that the writer writes more.

Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2015

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I picked this up with the thought, "Ugh, more urban fantasy. It doesn't look too awful. I hope it amuses me and passes the time." I got what I was looking for plus a great story that is not as whimsical as the title suggests, well-constructed characters, a really good narrative voice, and a nice bit of world building. If he keeps up the energy, and doesn't farm the story out for 20 books, I will keep on reading.

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