Updated 03/05/2014
Erikson is a writer at the top of his game with the fourth book of his Malazan series delivering more of the same and then some!
Fans will be familiar with the author’s distinct style and structure featuring unlikely pairings undertaking strange journeys that impact upon the martial and political landscape in unexpected ways.
Erikson’s tales mimic the evolution of real history so those who prefer traditional quest-driven yarns may feel frustrated by the lack of conclusions. There is however a realism and sense of immediacy seldom achieved by the Fantasy genre.
House of Chains concludes most of The Whirlwind Rebellion plot and getting there is a brilliant, challenging and addictive read.
Didn’t get into Malazan… Is it worth re-attempting?
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That’s a tough one. I really enjoyed them whilst I was reading. They are very complex and there is some abstract and intriguing spiritual mystery thrown in (a nice balance with all the martial stuff).
I stopped here though and I just can’t find the time or to continue.
I’m on an endless quest to find and read books I truly love?
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