tehols_blanket's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
doodlebuginarug's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
itkovian_books's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Rape, Colonisation, Violence, Suicidal thoughts, Slavery, Incest, and War
benehime's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
It was really great!
Since it is book 30 apparently it already has great worldbuiding built into the story and can just take the reader on a journey. It's not for inattentive readers, since it's hard to keep the characters apart, but I managed! I read it the last 60 percent in a day, so I sure liked it.
I would classify it as grimdark, so that's enough warning. But it's hopeful grimdark!
These soldiers are funny too! Insane, but sooo funny.
Since it is book 30 apparently it already has great worldbuiding built into the story and can just take the reader on a journey. It's not for inattentive readers, since it's hard to keep the characters apart, but I managed! I read it the last 60 percent in a day, so I sure liked it.
I would classify it as grimdark, so that's enough warning. But it's hopeful grimdark!
These soldiers are funny too! Insane, but sooo funny.
plinktin's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Rape, Slavery, and Violence
Moderate: Death and Body horror
nirnruth's review
5.0
A masterful beginning of a new series from the brilliant Steven Erikson. There is no one else who can write quite like this. Unique characters, heartbreaking story, and mind-blowing magic all seeped through with deep philosophical musings. This is not an easy read to be finished on the bus, but if you take the time and get immersed in the story, the experience is incomparable. Can't wait for the next book.
maukew's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Gore and Violence
Moderate: Rape and Incest
inarticulateblog's review
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5