bibliomaniac33's review against another edition
5.0
I thought Blood Song was absolutely fantastic. The character development, story, and pacing were spot on. Books of this genre can be fairly hit or miss for me as they aren't always consistent and can sometimes seem to drag on in places. But think was a winner. I honestly can't think of anything to complain about in this book.
I am disappointed, however, reading reviews on the rest of the series.......it sounds as if the following books don't match Blood Song on any level. I haven't decided if I should continue, or let this single book live on in glory, rather than ruining its legacy if I continue with the series!
I am disappointed, however, reading reviews on the rest of the series.......it sounds as if the following books don't match Blood Song on any level. I haven't decided if I should continue, or let this single book live on in glory, rather than ruining its legacy if I continue with the series!
ashnight's review against another edition
5.0
Great book. And the twist, made me go back a re read parts.
kutterek's review against another edition
5.0
So, I think there are some comparisons to Name of the Wind, but I liked this book a lot more! I enjoyed the political intrigue mixed with lots of action. The character development was good and the characters themselves intriguing. Also, I felt like the author did a good job of writing about the personal consequences the characters had to face from their actions, no matter how good or heroic their intentions.
bigbear73's review against another edition
5.0
One of the greatest things that can happen as a reader is to stumble across a new book, and not only have it be good, but fantastic. That is exactly what happened to me when Blood Song was recommended to me by a Goodreads fantasy group.
With complex, memorable characters, an intriguing plot that keeps the pages turning and the reader guessing, Ryan spins an elaborate tale about a land with a rich history full of magic, intrigue and more than it’s share of secrets. The tale centers on our hero (anti-hero?), Vaelin, and leads us through his adventures, trials and triumphs.
This book is so rich and vivid, it’s a struggle for me to give a review that will do it real justice. Just trust me when I say, if you have any interest at all in amazing storytelling, particularly in the fantasy realm, this is a must read.
With complex, memorable characters, an intriguing plot that keeps the pages turning and the reader guessing, Ryan spins an elaborate tale about a land with a rich history full of magic, intrigue and more than it’s share of secrets. The tale centers on our hero (anti-hero?), Vaelin, and leads us through his adventures, trials and triumphs.
This book is so rich and vivid, it’s a struggle for me to give a review that will do it real justice. Just trust me when I say, if you have any interest at all in amazing storytelling, particularly in the fantasy realm, this is a must read.
abigcoffeedragon's review against another edition
1.0
*Yawn* Do you know how to figure out when it is time to close a book? When you start to think about the next book that you want to read, and it is not a sequel or even another book by the same author.
This is, quite simply put, boring.
We meet the main character being taken away, and he begins to tell the tale of his life. Problem, I don't care. I read, and he goes through trials and tribu - *yawn* - lations. Whatever.
I have absolutely no desire to continue and I do not care about the characters. I feel zero emotion, and I would rather search Good-reads for another book to read then to continue this drivel. If you enjoy this, then good on you, but being that this is probably the last book I will read prior to NaNo, I am disappointed, uninspired, and I feel robbed of a book given high reviews. What am I missing, because this was a snore-fest from beginning to the middle, and then I quit.
This is, quite simply put, boring.
We meet the main character being taken away, and he begins to tell the tale of his life. Problem, I don't care. I read, and he goes through trials and tribu - *yawn* - lations. Whatever.
I have absolutely no desire to continue and I do not care about the characters. I feel zero emotion, and I would rather search Good-reads for another book to read then to continue this drivel. If you enjoy this, then good on you, but being that this is probably the last book I will read prior to NaNo, I am disappointed, uninspired, and I feel robbed of a book given high reviews. What am I missing, because this was a snore-fest from beginning to the middle, and then I quit.
smiley_kylie's review against another edition
5.0
I'm happy to be able to end my year with a 5 star rating!
The book is written from Vaelin Al Sorna's perspective, as he tells his story to a historian intent on chronicling Vaelin's life and various misdeeds. As a captive prisoner, Vaelin recalls his story while on his way to a duel that will serve as punishment for his crimes.
Dropped off at the Sixth Order as a boy by his father, Vaelin learns through intense and brutal training to become a skilled and fierce warrior. Throughout the book, he inwardly battles between what is right and wrong and eventually learns to hone a unique skill that helps guide him.
The thing I love most about the book is the brotherhood formed between Vaelin and the other boys-turned-men in his group at the Sixth Order. They quickly become like family - not always liking each other, but deeply bonded.
I listened to this as an audiobook and sometimes got lost in some of the politics or would forget what character a name belonged to, wishing I had a physical book to flip through (though I have seen punctuation woes in other reviews, so maybe audiobook is better
The book is written from Vaelin Al Sorna's perspective, as he tells his story to a historian intent on chronicling Vaelin's life and various misdeeds. As a captive prisoner, Vaelin recalls his story while on his way to a duel that will serve as punishment for his crimes.
Dropped off at the Sixth Order as a boy by his father, Vaelin learns through intense and brutal training to become a skilled and fierce warrior. Throughout the book, he inwardly battles between what is right and wrong and eventually learns to hone a unique skill that helps guide him.
The thing I love most about the book is the brotherhood formed between Vaelin and the other boys-turned-men in his group at the Sixth Order. They quickly become like family - not always liking each other, but deeply bonded.
I listened to this as an audiobook and sometimes got lost in some of the politics or would forget what character a name belonged to, wishing I had a physical book to flip through (though I have seen punctuation woes in other reviews, so maybe audiobook is better