fantasy

Missed my thoughts on the first book? Gardens of the Moon Review Rating: 4/5 ⭐ Within the exalted annals of modern epic fantasy, a singular tome emerges, standing as a luminous testament to the literary acumen of the early 2000s. In this magnum opus, “Memories of Ice,” Steven Erikson, the maestro of the Malazan Book of the Fallen series, bestows upon the discerning reader an opulent tapestry of creation and destruction, enmeshing profound themes of birth, rebirth, motherhood, and self-sacrifice....

In the enchanted realm of Middle-Earth, where reality and fantasy intertwine, J.R.R. Tolkien weaves an unparalleled tale of heroism, sacrifice, and camaraderie in his legendary series, The Lord of the Rings. Spanning multiple volumes, this epic saga takes readers on a breathtaking journey through diverse lands and cultures, blending poetic compositions with riveting prose and delving deep into the richly developed characters that inhabit this fantastical realm. Does the name Geralt of Rivia ring a bell?...

Rating: 3.5/5 ⭐ After reading two books in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series, my impression of the writer’s work has shifted slightly. While this book, Deadhouse Gates, connected with me on a character-driven level, its bleakness, plethora of new faces, and the desert setting made it slightly more confusing than the previous book, Gardens of the Moon. Have you read my thoughts about Gardens of the Moon? Check it out...

Before we begin, I would recommend reading my Prelude to Malazan Challenge Rating: 3.5/5 ⭐ The Gardens of the Moon, the first volume of the Malazan Book of the Fallen, is a sprawling epic fantasy of monumental proportions. The vast array of characters is not just diverse, but uniquely and exquisitely crafted, and each of their roles is pivotal to the story’s advancement. There are no throwaway scenes or chapters; every dialogue and action ripples and reverberates throughout the intricate narrative, creating a vivid tapestry of political intrigue, mystical manipulation, and fantastical landscapes....

Embarking on a massive high fantasy book series is no small feat, especially when you’re looking for a breathtaking, complex, and engaging story that spans decades and continents. As an experienced reader of ASoIaF, WoT, Tchaikovsky’s works, Mistborn, and the First Law Trilogy, I knew I needed a challenge that would test my mettle. Enter the Malazan Book of the Fallen. With rave reviews and a reputation for being one of the most epic fantasy series ever written, it seemed like the perfect choice for me....

We get it. You love dark fantasy. Read the best quotes from The Broken Empire The Blade Itself Once you’ve got a task to do, it’s better to do it than live with the fear of it. The more you learn, the more you realize how little you know. Still, the struggle itself is worthwhile. Knowledge is the root of power, after all. You have to learn to love the small things in life, like a hot bath....

Think Mia is the best? Taste true evil with quotes from The Broken Empire Trilogy Let’s not mess around here. This series has just more than quotes to offer so I have included rich descriptive texts that boil the blood and wake something deep inside. Here’s to the good times fellas. Read on for some savage blood-curdling brutalism. The deed is done. The war is won. And at the last, gentlefriend, her song is sung....

Currently, I have only managed to finish off the first trilogy in the mammoth that Realm of the Elderlings happens to be but I plan to power through the series soon and add the remainder of the quotes so sit back and enjoy what I have to offer. If you feel a few hidden gems are missing, email me! Hunting for more YA books? Get a taste of badassery with Nevernight Trilogy Quotes...

Love Reading Fantasy? You'll enjoy this collection of quotes from the First Law Trilogy The Last Wish You make as good a fisherman as a goat’s arse makes a trumpet. “Kings,” continued Calanthe, “divide people into two categories—those they order around, and those they buy—because they adhere to the old and banal truth that everyone can be bought. “The sun shines differently, the air is different, water is not as it used to be....

A book is as dangerous as any journey you might take. The person who closes the back cover may not be the same one that opened the front one. Treat them with respect. Your death has not been waiting for your arrival at the appointed hour: it has, for all the years of your life, been racing towards you with the fierce velocity of time’s arrow. It cannot be evaded, it cannot be bargained with, deflected or placated....

Grimdark books are the best! Explore the finest quotes from The First Law Trilogy Prince of Thorns Memories are dangerous things. You turn them over and over, until you know every touch and corner, but still you’ll find an edge to cut you. Each day the memories weigh a little heavier. Each day they drag you down that bit further. You wind them around you, a single thread at a time, and you weave your own shroud, you build a cocoon, and in it madness grows....