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mhedgescsus's review against another edition
5.0
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An enormously funny Pratchett style dark horror story set in the Malazan universe - What a combo!
I am a huge Malazan fan, and think virtually all of the books in this universe - regardless of which author it is (there are two Malazan authors) are top tier books. However, reading the first book in this series I was extremely disappointed. It was trying to be a comedy and set the stage for more books to come, and ultimately failed in both regards.
However, this follow up book (I'm reading these in chronological order, no publication order) made me laugh out loud constantly, gave me a huge grin on my face at all other times, and was the best book that is under 200 pages that I have ever read.
When Steven Erikson is trying to write comedy, the only other fantasy writer that can even be compared with him is Terry Pratchett, and this book was at the top tier of Erikson humor. It's a dark, DARK book but somehow balances that by making you laugh. It's a wonderful combination that I would never think was possible. People are dying gruesome deaths at the hands of hideous abominations, and I'm sitting there loving every single moment of it. And I say this as someone who absolutely hates horror books.
I do not think you will get large enjoyment out of this book without first reading Malazan: Book of the Fallen, or at the very least the first three books of that series, but if you have and you thought the characters of Bachelain and Korbal Broach were the least bit funny, this book will likely leave you in stitches.
An enormously funny Pratchett style dark horror story set in the Malazan universe - What a combo!
I am a huge Malazan fan, and think virtually all of the books in this universe - regardless of which author it is (there are two Malazan authors) are top tier books. However, reading the first book in this series I was extremely disappointed. It was trying to be a comedy and set the stage for more books to come, and ultimately failed in both regards.
However, this follow up book (I'm reading these in chronological order, no publication order) made me laugh out loud constantly, gave me a huge grin on my face at all other times, and was the best book that is under 200 pages that I have ever read.
When Steven Erikson is trying to write comedy, the only other fantasy writer that can even be compared with him is Terry Pratchett, and this book was at the top tier of Erikson humor. It's a dark, DARK book but somehow balances that by making you laugh. It's a wonderful combination that I would never think was possible. People are dying gruesome deaths at the hands of hideous abominations, and I'm sitting there loving every single moment of it. And I say this as someone who absolutely hates horror books.
I do not think you will get large enjoyment out of this book without first reading Malazan: Book of the Fallen, or at the very least the first three books of that series, but if you have and you thought the characters of Bachelain and Korbal Broach were the least bit funny, this book will likely leave you in stitches.
amirnxv's review
5.0
It was actually the second story both in chronological order and the book, IDK why 'tis the 3rd in GoodReads.
Nonetheless, it was pretty remarkable, don't miss it guys.
Nonetheless, it was pretty remarkable, don't miss it guys.
amolll's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
jokoloyo's review
4.0
I originally rated this title as 3 star. The reason was this story has inconclusive ending. Then I read [b:The Wurms of Blearmouth|18490602|The Wurms of Blearmouth (The Tales of Bauchelain and Korbal Broach, #5)|Steven Erikson|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1398357882s/18490602.jpg|21414588] where I found both stories are linked. "The Wurms..." is the direct continuation of "The Lees...".
Well, I am glad with publication of "The Wurms...", because except the big letdown at the ending, I like "The Lees" at beginning and the middle part. The 2 good points that I like on this story:
1. Compared with previous B & KB stories, on this story Korbal Broach has bigger part in the story, not just as a shadow of Bauchelain.
2. The dark humor is getting better than other stories too. That's all that I can say. :)
I recommend to read "The Lees..." first then "The Wurms...".
Well, I am glad with publication of "The Wurms...", because except the big letdown at the ending, I like "The Lees" at beginning and the middle part. The 2 good points that I like on this story:
1. Compared with previous B & KB stories, on this story Korbal Broach has bigger part in the story, not just as a shadow of Bauchelain.
2. The dark humor is getting better than other stories too. That's all that I can say. :)
I recommend to read "The Lees..." first then "The Wurms...".
laharder's review against another edition
2.5
A futuristic/medieval tale with lots of sorcery, some mystery. It’s a drama with some dark comedy. Very violent, and although the violence wasn’t disturbing it got to be excessive and pointless
missgravesy's review
5.0
The second in the short stories about Bauchelain, Korbal Broach and Emancipor Reese.
I enjoyed this story a lot more than blood follows, maybe it was because I knew the characters better. Maybe it was because they developed a lot more through this story.
Erikson has an ability to make even the smallest character feel so significant to the plot of the story. You cant help but connect with each and every one of them.
And this story has some great characters, even though it only spans the length of one night. It still feels like an incredible adventure.
The master has pulled it off again.
I enjoyed this story a lot more than blood follows, maybe it was because I knew the characters better. Maybe it was because they developed a lot more through this story.
Erikson has an ability to make even the smallest character feel so significant to the plot of the story. You cant help but connect with each and every one of them.
And this story has some great characters, even though it only spans the length of one night. It still feels like an incredible adventure.
The master has pulled it off again.