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Parabolis
It’s an uncertain world in an uncertain time. Dale Sunday, a veteran of the Republican Guard is hoping to find some measure of peace. But when the local thieves’ guild appropriates his waterfront business to smuggle in agents of a secret society, all hopes are dashed. Swept into a dark conspiracy, Dale must struggle to protect those he loves, venture through the Wilds, aid a guerrilla resistance, and become the captain of his own submarine if he’ll have any chance at peace. Enter Parabolis–a world in flux, dark and depraved, but not without wonder. Not without hope.
336 pages, Flexibound
First published October 15, 2013
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Eddie Han
1 book25 followersEddie Han is a Pisces, an INTP, born in Southern California in the Year of the Goat. He has a penchant for all things blue like Danish blueberry pancakes and loneliness. He dreams in Technicolor. He doesn't believe in hashtags. In 2004, Eddie moved to Tokyo, Japan where he began writing the story that would eventually become Parabolis. He's back in Southern California now, drafting the sequel.
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September 10, 2014
☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
No spoilers and colorful language abound! I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
There were times when I was reading this book when I got so lost in the moment that I would clutch it to my chest and give a happy sigh. I was experiencing that moment, you know the one when you get hit with all the good feels at once.
Parabolis is a glorious odyssey that will burst into your mind and take up permanent real-estate in your soul. It is an intriguing mix of an ambiguous place in an uncertain time, composed with a corrupt political regime, and an unmerciful equalizer. This dizzyingly good fantasy debut is an astute and imaginative commentary on the human condition.
The first thing to note about this book is just how fucking beautiful it is. The cover is something I would spot in any bookstore and be compelled to pick up. In a strictly tactile sense, the paperback is a joy to hold with it's smooth texture and substantially firm cover. The card stock quality is a testament to how much the author and artist value attention to detail, an indication of how much love and effort went into self publishing this gorgeous novel.
We are introduced to Dale Sunday as a young boy being raised by his father in the shadow of his older brother, Darius. His best friend, Sparrow is a small boy with tenacious convictions and wisdom far beyond his years, the kind gained only by great pain and great loss. The dynamic between these two unlikely friends is luminous and haunting, forged by young boys but cherished through to manhood remains the beating heart of this narrative. We follow Dale's evolution from wide-eyed boy to disillusioned adult, only to find him back in his childhood home, in his fathers own footsteps. The time comes where he must choose his path, where he must define what it means to be a man in his own right.
Han's characters are complex, flawed and beautifully realized. This eloquent fantasy novelzine is grounded with a sense of reality and relatability in the dialogue but manages to be exquisitely quotable. It feels familiar with a veiled sense of the past and a touch of otherworldly elements that leave the reader captivated. If all of this wasn't enough, Han collaborated with a brilliant artist, Curt Merlo to bring his story to another level.
Full disclosure, this book took me forever and a year to finish, but in the spirit of honesty, it's in no way a negative reflection of its quality, in fact it's directly the opposite. It was so enjoyable that I relished in the tremendous writing and intelligent composition while my children weren't around to interrupt me. Apparently, this is an extremely rare scenario. Despite long bouts without reading, Parabolis always called to me; each time I started again all the background of life would melt away so I could seamlessly fuse back into the story.
All in all, I cannot speak highly enough about everything that is happening here. I just, GAH! Wonderful, READ IT.
Parabolis is now available in digital format, check it out on Amazon for $2.99! I will be interviewing the author and hosting a signed giveaway on my blog, so more to come.
Thank you all for participating in the Giveaway! xo
November 26, 2015
I have Shinny-Book Syndrome.
At least that's what Robin thinks!
At least that's what Robin thinks!
January 27, 2014
Disclaimer: I read a pre-release version of this novel and provided editorial comments to the author. However, I assure you that my praise is sincere. I gave the author a promotional blurb because I thought it was a great book; he didn't even ask for it.
The version I read did not even have the layout or illustrations to supplement it. Now that I've seen the final work...wow, is it amazing! The quality of the book design is outstanding. It has a Russian Constructivist feeling in the style with spot color throughout, the paper stock is a pleasure to touch and the cover is smooth and thick. Very nice work. Another example of how great work can be done by a self-publisher who puts in a lot of effort.
My official blurb: "Parabolis was a joy to read. Han writes with a mature voice that brings together complex characters, realistic dialogue, and a thrilling plot. I cared about these people and found Parabolis hard to put down. Although the story takes place in a fantasy realm, it's grounded in a way that made it feel utterly believable and reflective of our world."
My final words: it's a beautiful and uniquely designed--accessible but intelligent--fantasy novel.
Addendum: The story is set in a world that is roughly like "Arabia"--a sort of steampunk Arabia. Not the typical British steampunk variety, but with a flavor of desert nomads, Arabian assassins and colonial oppressors. The plot features a young ex-soldier named Dale Sunday, who is hoping to find a little peace in a quiet corner of the Republic. He runs into the machinations of a local thieves guild, is strong armed into some highly illicit smuggling, and unwittingly lands in the middle of several interlocking conspiracies that may lead to a big showdown.
Here's an image that will give you a sense of some of the design.
The version I read did not even have the layout or illustrations to supplement it. Now that I've seen the final work...wow, is it amazing! The quality of the book design is outstanding. It has a Russian Constructivist feeling in the style with spot color throughout, the paper stock is a pleasure to touch and the cover is smooth and thick. Very nice work. Another example of how great work can be done by a self-publisher who puts in a lot of effort.
My official blurb: "Parabolis was a joy to read. Han writes with a mature voice that brings together complex characters, realistic dialogue, and a thrilling plot. I cared about these people and found Parabolis hard to put down. Although the story takes place in a fantasy realm, it's grounded in a way that made it feel utterly believable and reflective of our world."
My final words: it's a beautiful and uniquely designed--accessible but intelligent--fantasy novel.
Addendum: The story is set in a world that is roughly like "Arabia"--a sort of steampunk Arabia. Not the typical British steampunk variety, but with a flavor of desert nomads, Arabian assassins and colonial oppressors. The plot features a young ex-soldier named Dale Sunday, who is hoping to find a little peace in a quiet corner of the Republic. He runs into the machinations of a local thieves guild, is strong armed into some highly illicit smuggling, and unwittingly lands in the middle of several interlocking conspiracies that may lead to a big showdown.
Here's an image that will give you a sense of some of the design.
November 4, 2014
Parabolis is one of those gems that come up every now and then and reminds me why I love Goodreads. Without this site, I would have never found this book. One day I was reading some status updates and I saw a friend was reading this and their status update seemed interesting. A quick trip to Amazon and I was on board and ready to go.
The story is pretty standard at the beginning as Han sets the scene and characters. Going off to war, retiring from army, coming home to settle down, shit hits the fan, underground movements, fops, airships, resistance fighters, the 'mob' and your nice auntie running the local bakery. What more can you ask for?
Submarines? Yup, has those.
This is definitely a first book, a lot of this story is setting up the characters and the world and whose who in the 'us versus them' zoo. There is much more to come from this series i think.
So thanks Athena for pointing me at this book, a throughly enjoyable read and I can't wait for the next.
The story is pretty standard at the beginning as Han sets the scene and characters. Going off to war, retiring from army, coming home to settle down, shit hits the fan, underground movements, fops, airships, resistance fighters, the 'mob' and your nice auntie running the local bakery. What more can you ask for?
Submarines? Yup, has those.
This is definitely a first book, a lot of this story is setting up the characters and the world and whose who in the 'us versus them' zoo. There is much more to come from this series i think.
So thanks Athena for pointing me at this book, a throughly enjoyable read and I can't wait for the next.
honestly-ill-never-get-around-to-it
August 19, 2014Middle Eastern steampunk with a Russian Constructivist visual sensibility?
It's impossible not to want to check this out.
It's impossible not to want to check this out.
September 15, 2014
Parabolis follows Dale, a 20-year old adult who returns to his hometown after serving in the Republican Guard to run his father's business after his death. He's caught up in international intrigue when he is coerced by the local crime boss to allow a submarine with unknown cargo to dock in his "breaker" at port, setting off events that will change life in the Republic.
Parabolis is a complex, multi-layered book. Its characters are likable and well drawn, the plot is highly entertaining, and there are a few twists that made me sit up and take notice (like the one at the 39% mark!). And the ending was twisty as well, and made me want book 2, like NOW.
But I'll have to admit - I needed more background on the world-building in Parabolis. Maybe an Appendix or Wikipedia page would have been nice! And I was disappointed that, other than the maps, the Kindle version did not have the illustrations that others have talked about. But that didn't lessen my enjoyment of the story, or temper my desire to stay up late to finish this one.
Parabolis was funded through a Kickstarter campaign and self-published. But don't let that deter you - it was VERY well done. If you like steampunk, I highly recommend checking this one out!
Parabolis is a complex, multi-layered book. Its characters are likable and well drawn, the plot is highly entertaining, and there are a few twists that made me sit up and take notice (like the one at the 39% mark!). And the ending was twisty as well, and made me want book 2, like NOW.
But I'll have to admit - I needed more background on the world-building in Parabolis. Maybe an Appendix or Wikipedia page would have been nice! And I was disappointed that, other than the maps, the Kindle version did not have the illustrations that others have talked about. But that didn't lessen my enjoyment of the story, or temper my desire to stay up late to finish this one.
Parabolis was funded through a Kickstarter campaign and self-published. But don't let that deter you - it was VERY well done. If you like steampunk, I highly recommend checking this one out!
must-read
September 22, 2015It was just a normal Monday evening, and (as always) I was browsing 9gag in bed. When suddenly I stumbled onto THIS post and fell in love with the artwork!
I immediately ran over to his site, and got the e-book for free with the 9gag promo code! Can't wait to read this!
I immediately ran over to his site, and got the e-book for free with the 9gag promo code! Can't wait to read this!
March 13, 2014
Excellent story, excellent artwork.
So excellent I got a tattoo based on it.
So excellent I got a tattoo based on it.
April 30, 2015
You look at the books in bookstores and what do you find? Endless homages to forbidden and tantalising love affairs, stack by stack of books about teenagers and weird creatures and ancient dieties, and that oh-so-cliche journey of growing up and maturing along the way.
Not "Parabolis", no.
What Eddie Han did to this book somewhat spiced up the literary dance floor. Every once in a while, someone with the audacity to be divergent comes up and Mr. Han is that person. It is a mash-up of a Steampunk fan fiction and an awesome epic fantasy novel that truly challenges you in ways you may or may not expect.
In this book of the clashes of races, ideologies, and cultures, the author has captured the essence of an imperfect world and served it to the readers on a dinner platter with little relish and toppings. It is through this method that he had created a perfect blend of good and evil and neutrality -- a world that is so well-crafted and humanised that it is the most relatable thing you could ever have.
With every word and every sentence, readers are taken through Dale Sunday's adventures. From the slums and red-light district of Carnaval City to the salty air at the World's End and to the metallic allure of the Ancile, "Parabolis" is a hand-crafted work of genius that could really be a bonafide cult classic in the years to come. It is thought-provoking, merciless with its gut-wrenching twists and turns, awe-inspiring with its well-structured landscapes, and yet there wasn't a single drop of magic involved.
Yes, it's true. Eddie Han managed to pull out one of the core-essential elements of fantasy that makes stories cliche, magic, and still managed to assemble together a fantasy worth the praise. That is a feat that is worth taking note of, so much as the lack of deus ex machine is.
Kudos to him and his book. I can't wait for the sequel.
Not "Parabolis", no.
What Eddie Han did to this book somewhat spiced up the literary dance floor. Every once in a while, someone with the audacity to be divergent comes up and Mr. Han is that person. It is a mash-up of a Steampunk fan fiction and an awesome epic fantasy novel that truly challenges you in ways you may or may not expect.
In this book of the clashes of races, ideologies, and cultures, the author has captured the essence of an imperfect world and served it to the readers on a dinner platter with little relish and toppings. It is through this method that he had created a perfect blend of good and evil and neutrality -- a world that is so well-crafted and humanised that it is the most relatable thing you could ever have.
With every word and every sentence, readers are taken through Dale Sunday's adventures. From the slums and red-light district of Carnaval City to the salty air at the World's End and to the metallic allure of the Ancile, "Parabolis" is a hand-crafted work of genius that could really be a bonafide cult classic in the years to come. It is thought-provoking, merciless with its gut-wrenching twists and turns, awe-inspiring with its well-structured landscapes, and yet there wasn't a single drop of magic involved.
Yes, it's true. Eddie Han managed to pull out one of the core-essential elements of fantasy that makes stories cliche, magic, and still managed to assemble together a fantasy worth the praise. That is a feat that is worth taking note of, so much as the lack of deus ex machine is.
Kudos to him and his book. I can't wait for the sequel.
May 22, 2015
All right, review time.
I freakin' love this book. I love everything about it.
Let me start off by saying that it took me a while to finish this (a lot of crap going on), but I finally did and it was fantastic.
The writing was excellent. Crisp, clear, not too flowery and yet not dull. Perfect. It was easy to read and flowed well.
The world and its development throughout the book was wonderful. I loved it! So detailed and well thought out. So many different organizations and groups and lands... God, I love a diverse world that is executed well.
The characters were amazing. Sparrow was my absolute favourite. The part with the red umbrella was my favourite scene of his, haha.
The pacing... at first I was kind of eh, but then it picked up and man was it brutal. I was so invested in the last part because it was so intense, lol.
The ART. Sweet buttery Jesus, the art. The art and layout were my favourite things about the book. Both the novel-zine style and the geometric artwork were just gorgeous. I'd like to buy prints of the artwork and frame them in my room, especially the bathroom assassination scene. That one is my favourite, and also the one with Dale and his brother in the end. So much emotion in one simple picture!
*caresses book* I'll say it again, I love this book. Five stars!
I'd like to personally thank Eddie Han for providing me with a copy (and an epic sticker/note!) Thank you so much, sir!
I freakin' love this book. I love everything about it.
Let me start off by saying that it took me a while to finish this (a lot of crap going on), but I finally did and it was fantastic.
The writing was excellent. Crisp, clear, not too flowery and yet not dull. Perfect. It was easy to read and flowed well.
The world and its development throughout the book was wonderful. I loved it! So detailed and well thought out. So many different organizations and groups and lands... God, I love a diverse world that is executed well.
The characters were amazing. Sparrow was my absolute favourite. The part with the red umbrella was my favourite scene of his, haha.
The pacing... at first I was kind of eh, but then it picked up and man was it brutal. I was so invested in the last part because it was so intense, lol.
The ART. Sweet buttery Jesus, the art. The art and layout were my favourite things about the book. Both the novel-zine style and the geometric artwork were just gorgeous. I'd like to buy prints of the artwork and frame them in my room, especially the bathroom assassination scene. That one is my favourite, and also the one with Dale and his brother in the end. So much emotion in one simple picture!
*caresses book* I'll say it again, I love this book. Five stars!
I'd like to personally thank Eddie Han for providing me with a copy (and an epic sticker/note!) Thank you so much, sir!
November 10, 2017
Parabolis is a humanist adventure whose characters feel as intricate and relatable as the well-structured pages on which they are written. The author forgoes heavy-handed description and instead allows the reader to formulate the world themselves with minimalist detail and tones that are reflected more in the characters themselves than in their surroundings.
If I had one gripe with the novel, it would be that the story ends too quickly. By the time the reader understands the scope and stakes of what is happening around the protagonist and he is on the run, two-thirds of the book have passed. Now I am simply left waiting for book two!
Full review available here: https://redstringpapercuts.com/2017/0...
If I had one gripe with the novel, it would be that the story ends too quickly. By the time the reader understands the scope and stakes of what is happening around the protagonist and he is on the run, two-thirds of the book have passed. Now I am simply left waiting for book two!
Full review available here: https://redstringpapercuts.com/2017/0...
April 1, 2016
I found out about this book because of a 9gag post about a year or so ago. I read the prologue and found that it was a rather enjoyable setup for the rest of the book. Finally, going to the site, I found a link to buy the book on amazon Kindle. The story was very engaging, but I felt that the pacing was way too fast, it seemed that there were maybe three good story lines that could have been made longer and better. The expository writing was probably the worst of it. There were more than several sentences that explained outright how a character was as they appeared in the story instead of showing us through their actions (without pointing it out). This kind of expository writing just breaks the immersion and takes away from the experience of the book. The ending just left a sour taste in my mouth as I closed the book, it felt as though the story just started. There's no resolution to so many plot elements and it just left me wanting more. I really hope that this is just the setup to a long running book series.
May 4, 2014
I was hooked into the book and was constantly on the edge of my seat. What's gonna happen? What is this guy doing? I loved that the characters were unpredictable and their stories unfolded for me genuinely. I have the review four stars because the ending was a bit unresolved for me. I happen to like clean cut endings so it's a personal preference but nevertheless I was left a bit wanting. Overall, fantastic book.
July 1, 2014
Steampunk meets D&D minus magic. Artwork is beyond cool. Though I thought the book had a slow start and a somewhat anti climactic ending, the action packed second half of the book kept me reading for hours on end. Great work!
April 29, 2014
A fun, swift, roller coaster. The kind of book you read when it's raining outside and you have a tin roof.
September 12, 2018
This is the most beautiful production of a novel I have seen. It just feels good to hold the book in your hand and turn the pages. The illustrations, page colors, and font are so thoughtfully and artfully accomplished, it makes you realize how cheap and unimaginative traditional publishers are.
On to the writing...
Eddie's prose is so enjoyable it often reads like poetry. It's musical and at times reminded me of JRR Tolkien, but in a modern world. The one thing holding this novel back is not a clear enough character arc. It took some time for me to figure out what the characters wanted and what the story (plot) was about. But I look forward to reading more of Han's work and definitely would buy his next book.
On to the writing...
Eddie's prose is so enjoyable it often reads like poetry. It's musical and at times reminded me of JRR Tolkien, but in a modern world. The one thing holding this novel back is not a clear enough character arc. It took some time for me to figure out what the characters wanted and what the story (plot) was about. But I look forward to reading more of Han's work and definitely would buy his next book.
August 29, 2019
I suppose this can be called a noir fantasy epic? It's not bad, but it's not remarkable. Serious bonus points for the book design, though.
March 29, 2022
Parapoggis.
March 12, 2017
Love love love this book.
Have recommended to so many people.
You get lost in the world and its fantastic. Hope to see a sequel......
Have recommended to so many people.
You get lost in the world and its fantastic. Hope to see a sequel......
September 9, 2016
"Don't judge a book by its cover" was always told to me. Well I guess in modern days, with internet and all, I feel I should add: "Don't judge a book by where you found it".
I came across this book in 9GAG, a entertainment community with pictures, videos and all. When Eddie Han promoted his book there (and giving ebook away for free, should be added), I wasn't expecting much. I downloaded the book and it stayed in my library for a while, collecting digital dust. Since I am working at sea, entertainment is scarce and all paper books in language known to me were finished, so I gave "Parabolis" a try. Well, I felt quite stupid passing this book over because it was "free" and promoted on "funny pages".
About the book then. Parabolis is an interesting world, with quite diverse continents and countries. Although story is taking place in one area only (not counting Loreland in Overture), writer has already described it quite beautifully, so I can't wait to see/read the rest of them. Carnaval City certainly is place visit, should it be possible. Somehow in my mind I always saw it like steampunkish city, something like Dunwall from Dishonored videogame. Characters are mostly interesting, especially Dale's childhood friend, and they come in all shapes and sizes, so you will find someone to root for. Describing the story would spoil a lot, so I try to keep it to minimum. Book got me hooked from the first chapter, and action was flowing since main protagonist was grown up. Parabolis is moderately short book, but it doesn't stall, I felt immersed in the world and story with every chapter. Quite often I can see plot twists coming , but this time I really didn't, at least not the one which was the biggest, to me at least. Book ended with moderate suspense, it could seen as final end or just an end to one episode with a lot more to come, which I certainly hope so. I am not very good at reviewing books and bringing out strengths and weaknesses of the characters or the story itself, so all I can say that I liked it, a lot. In fact this is my first review, written mostly because I felt I owe Eddie Han for this excellent book which I grabbed for free.
At first Eddie Han's writing style was a bit unusual for me, descriptions of people and places were short and to the point compared to some novels, where they might be 2 pages long. In the long run, I started to enjoy it. It gave me perfect amount of details and left enough for my own imagination to run wild. I felt like I was there, additional member to their group.
As mentioned above, I have a free ebook version. After finishing it, I googled the book and possible sequel and found the pictures of paper book version. It looks amazing, truly. I regret not checking this earlier, I feel reading it with Curt Melo's illustrations/graphics or whatever it is called (I see this style first time) would add a lot more "wow" to the emotions you receive from the story. When I get back home, I will certainly get a physical copy, just because it is artwork worth having itself.
In the end, I would recommend "Parabolis" to everyone, regardless of their genre preference. Eddie and Curt have created an excellent addition to literature library and I hope their partnership continues for more "Parabolis" or other stories to come.
I came across this book in 9GAG, a entertainment community with pictures, videos and all. When Eddie Han promoted his book there (and giving ebook away for free, should be added), I wasn't expecting much. I downloaded the book and it stayed in my library for a while, collecting digital dust. Since I am working at sea, entertainment is scarce and all paper books in language known to me were finished, so I gave "Parabolis" a try. Well, I felt quite stupid passing this book over because it was "free" and promoted on "funny pages".
About the book then. Parabolis is an interesting world, with quite diverse continents and countries. Although story is taking place in one area only (not counting Loreland in Overture), writer has already described it quite beautifully, so I can't wait to see/read the rest of them. Carnaval City certainly is place visit, should it be possible. Somehow in my mind I always saw it like steampunkish city, something like Dunwall from Dishonored videogame. Characters are mostly interesting, especially Dale's childhood friend, and they come in all shapes and sizes, so you will find someone to root for. Describing the story would spoil a lot, so I try to keep it to minimum. Book got me hooked from the first chapter, and action was flowing since main protagonist was grown up. Parabolis is moderately short book, but it doesn't stall, I felt immersed in the world and story with every chapter. Quite often I can see plot twists coming , but this time I really didn't, at least not the one which was the biggest, to me at least. Book ended with moderate suspense, it could seen as final end or just an end to one episode with a lot more to come, which I certainly hope so. I am not very good at reviewing books and bringing out strengths and weaknesses of the characters or the story itself, so all I can say that I liked it, a lot. In fact this is my first review, written mostly because I felt I owe Eddie Han for this excellent book which I grabbed for free.
At first Eddie Han's writing style was a bit unusual for me, descriptions of people and places were short and to the point compared to some novels, where they might be 2 pages long. In the long run, I started to enjoy it. It gave me perfect amount of details and left enough for my own imagination to run wild. I felt like I was there, additional member to their group.
As mentioned above, I have a free ebook version. After finishing it, I googled the book and possible sequel and found the pictures of paper book version. It looks amazing, truly. I regret not checking this earlier, I feel reading it with Curt Melo's illustrations/graphics or whatever it is called (I see this style first time) would add a lot more "wow" to the emotions you receive from the story. When I get back home, I will certainly get a physical copy, just because it is artwork worth having itself.
In the end, I would recommend "Parabolis" to everyone, regardless of their genre preference. Eddie and Curt have created an excellent addition to literature library and I hope their partnership continues for more "Parabolis" or other stories to come.
December 5, 2015
Reseña en Español:
Empezaré esta reseña, diciendo que el libro, es sumamente especial. Olvídate de el clásico formato de un libro (gráficamente hablando) y véte acostumbrando a un estilo "novelizine" novela+magazine (revista).
¿Qué decir de este libro? Es diferente. El estilo en el que Eddie Han escribe me llamó mucho la atención, si bien, me hubiera gustado una mayor profundidad en los personajes (por ejemplo más sobre el pasado de Valkyre) entre muchos otros personajes más; se dan características necesarias para comprender la historia.
El final me causó controversia y cierto ¿cómo decirlo? Malestar.
Hay finales que, en efecto, quedan inconclusos. (Spoiler del libro Eragon más adelante)
Como lo es el final de Eragon (¿Qué fue de él y de Arya?)
Sin embargo, en Parabolis, a mi parecer, este tipo de final no le fue benéfico.
SPOILER ADELANTE
¡Toda la familia del protagonista muere! Dios mío, que triste tragedia leí.
Pienso que Parabolis tiene mucho de donde explotarse, es un mundo lleno de personajes y criaturas fantásticas; y miles de historias pueden surgir del increíble mundo que acabo de leer.
Tuve la fortuna de obtener el libro firmado por el autor, lo cual se me hace un detalle sumamente grato.
Espero más libros de este estilo por parte de Eddie.
Felicidades, y un saludo al mundo, desde México.
Su amigo y lector.
LR
Empezaré esta reseña, diciendo que el libro, es sumamente especial. Olvídate de el clásico formato de un libro (gráficamente hablando) y véte acostumbrando a un estilo "novelizine" novela+magazine (revista).
¿Qué decir de este libro? Es diferente. El estilo en el que Eddie Han escribe me llamó mucho la atención, si bien, me hubiera gustado una mayor profundidad en los personajes (por ejemplo más sobre el pasado de Valkyre) entre muchos otros personajes más; se dan características necesarias para comprender la historia.
El final me causó controversia y cierto ¿cómo decirlo? Malestar.
Hay finales que, en efecto, quedan inconclusos. (Spoiler del libro Eragon más adelante)
Como lo es el final de Eragon (¿Qué fue de él y de Arya?)
Sin embargo, en Parabolis, a mi parecer, este tipo de final no le fue benéfico.
SPOILER ADELANTE
¡Toda la familia del protagonista muere! Dios mío, que triste tragedia leí.
Pienso que Parabolis tiene mucho de donde explotarse, es un mundo lleno de personajes y criaturas fantásticas; y miles de historias pueden surgir del increíble mundo que acabo de leer.
Tuve la fortuna de obtener el libro firmado por el autor, lo cual se me hace un detalle sumamente grato.
Espero más libros de este estilo por parte de Eddie.
Felicidades, y un saludo al mundo, desde México.
Su amigo y lector.
LR
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 21, 2015
I hate it when there is a good story, with great surroundings and history of the fiction world, and there is so shitty ending. As I was reading this book, I wanted to know how it all ends more and more. But when I reached the 40th page before the end, I sadly realised that there will be nothing. Why do you do this, author? When I start reading a book, I expect it to be a story, not only half of the story. I like it when there is a possibility for part two, but I hate it when you are forced to read it.
When I throw not ending behind my back, I can say that I didn't find any favourite character (there is not any likeable I think) and the story is not very believable (when Dale met someone, it was somebody who he already knew).
I am a little bit disappointed and I am not sure if I'll ever read Parabolis 2, but OK, this is Eddie's first novel and it was not as bad as my comment.
When I throw not ending behind my back, I can say that I didn't find any favourite character (there is not any likeable I think) and the story is not very believable (when Dale met someone, it was somebody who he already knew).
I am a little bit disappointed and I am not sure if I'll ever read Parabolis 2, but OK, this is Eddie's first novel and it was not as bad as my comment.
July 27, 2017
So this book is one of the prettiest that I own. I did, I compared all my other books last night, because when I opened the box I was astonished with how amazing this book feels. You can tell just from picking it up that a lot of work went into the look and that the Author and Artist cared so much about this book. That in itself is enough to rocket this book to the top of my TBR list. (Well that and the fact that I accidentally ordered it on Amazon through their one-click feature.)
The plot was amazing and the illustrations through out the book did nothing but add to the story.
I will probably add to this review later because I am at work now and I would like to say more when I have time to actually think about what I want to say.
The plot was amazing and the illustrations through out the book did nothing but add to the story.
I will probably add to this review later because I am at work now and I would like to say more when I have time to actually think about what I want to say.
May 15, 2016
Excited about the sequel.
This book is extremely well written. I bought the kindle version so I didn't get to see the accompanying art, which I understand is a shame. I'm very excited about the sequel so that I might further my journey with Dale Sunday. It's definitely a worth while read. Also the author has good taste in music among his playlist while he was writing was Blue Sky Black Death which is a worth while listen. So all around good things.
This book is extremely well written. I bought the kindle version so I didn't get to see the accompanying art, which I understand is a shame. I'm very excited about the sequel so that I might further my journey with Dale Sunday. It's definitely a worth while read. Also the author has good taste in music among his playlist while he was writing was Blue Sky Black Death which is a worth while listen. So all around good things.
August 18, 2016
A very nice intrigue. The world that the writer created and the characters are well placed and they leave you with the feeling of not knowing what will happen next, you have the impression that you know what will happen next but it will not be what you think. Per total this was a good read. The minus disadvantage is that I feel that the story line could had been tell on many directions , yet the writer chose to go in a straight line.
May 30, 2015
Fantastic. I want to know more about Dale Sunday, and what he is going to do next. This book very nicely setup this interesting world of deceit, death, love and heartbreak in a fast paced edge-of-your-seat kind of way. Looking forward to more books in this series. Nice job, Eddie Han. Very nice job.
May 26, 2015
Han seems a likable, enthusiastic author with a great eye for design, an excellent feel for marketing and with a strong entrepreneurial bent. But I wasn't able to enjoy, or finish, Parabolis which needed a strong editorial hand.
December 28, 2015
This is really a 3.5 because this book was actually enjoyable I just thought it could have benefited from more development of the story.
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August 19, 2014But....where is my review copy?
*pouts*
Yes, I'm shameless.
*pouts*
Yes, I'm shameless.
June 6, 2015
It was an entertaining book, but the end was really disappointing.
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