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The Chronicles of Breed #3
Something Wicked
Something Wicked is the third and final novel in the brilliant Chronicles of Breed.
Miserable after the loss of (another) friend, and alone in a strange, new world, Breed is taken prisoner by a gang of undead thugs.
Stripped of power, Breed is used as a bait dog in an arena where the only reward for surviving is the chance to die another day.
Breed must remember how to fight like a Guild Blade, free those bound to the arena, stop a child sacrifice, and protect the world from a ruthless Mage Lord who will do anything to save herself from the wrath of the godlike Annurashi.
And that’s just for openers.
Out of time and out of friends, the sixty-year-old, half-human half-thoasa is set on a path either to destruction or salvation in a last, desperate battle against sorcerers, gods, and demons.
Meanwhile, Fate is about to play its final hand and drag Breed into a plan that has been seven hundred years in the making. But then they do say, vengeance is a dish best served cold.
Miserable after the loss of (another) friend, and alone in a strange, new world, Breed is taken prisoner by a gang of undead thugs.
Stripped of power, Breed is used as a bait dog in an arena where the only reward for surviving is the chance to die another day.
Breed must remember how to fight like a Guild Blade, free those bound to the arena, stop a child sacrifice, and protect the world from a ruthless Mage Lord who will do anything to save herself from the wrath of the godlike Annurashi.
And that’s just for openers.
Out of time and out of friends, the sixty-year-old, half-human half-thoasa is set on a path either to destruction or salvation in a last, desperate battle against sorcerers, gods, and demons.
Meanwhile, Fate is about to play its final hand and drag Breed into a plan that has been seven hundred years in the making. But then they do say, vengeance is a dish best served cold.
256 pages, ebook
First published August 7, 2018
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About the author
K.T. Davies
22 books184 followersI was born in Yorkshire. I have a degree in literature and a modest comic collection. I share my life with an understanding partner, two savage children, three silly dogs, and an angry cat. I’ve lived in t’north and the Republic of China but currently reside in suburban bliss in the West Midlands.
I’ve worked as an actor, a teacher, and a scaffolder amongst many other things. Until recently I made theatrical props for a living. Have a look at www.antrobusandgrimm.co.uk to see how I (used to)roll.
I’m a nerd and proud, and play with swords and other pointy things from time to time as well as 'puter games.
Pointless trivia bit:
I once fell down the highest mountain in Taiwan and was led to safety by a couple of tribesmen in exchange for some cigarettes. I have also been taught how to wrestle by ‘Crybaby’ Jim Breaks.
I’ve worked as an actor, a teacher, and a scaffolder amongst many other things. Until recently I made theatrical props for a living. Have a look at www.antrobusandgrimm.co.uk to see how I (used to)roll.
I’m a nerd and proud, and play with swords and other pointy things from time to time as well as 'puter games.
Pointless trivia bit:
I once fell down the highest mountain in Taiwan and was led to safety by a couple of tribesmen in exchange for some cigarettes. I have also been taught how to wrestle by ‘Crybaby’ Jim Breaks.
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February 5, 2019
Something Wicked by K.T. Davies and narrated by Chris Coxon is book three in The Chronicles of Breed series. I love this series! It takes fantasy to a new level. Love the snarky Breed, in whatever body he is in, the situations he gets into, the strange twists, the portals, the action, his friends, and zany characters and plot!
Can't wait for the next book!
The narration is excellent for this story.
Can't wait for the next book!
The narration is excellent for this story.
July 20, 2025
Book three of this gem of a series continues the addictive, action-packed story of Breed, the sell-sword with a sharp tongue and a violent past. There’s more dark magic, betrayal, strange creatures, lots of bloodshed and Breed's trademark foul mouth and sarcastic attitude, just as you'd expect from this series and which I have come to really enjoy.
The story moves at a fast pace, with little time between fights, chases, and unexpected twists. Breed is still as rude and funny as ever, and while he’s still not exactly a hero, he’s still interesting to follow. His smart remarks and blunt attitude add a lot of dark humour to the grim world he lives in which is what I enjoy most, I think.
”I’m not the person you think I am. I wish I was; it would be nice to have that power, but everything I touch, I mean everything, turns to shit.” - Breed
The writing and action is easy to follow with strange places and shady characters without drowning you in too much detail. I’m have great respect for an author who can keep the world building to such a high standard without it feeling repetitive or too much, which he does brilliantly. As a bonus I really liked the book revealing a lot more depth to Breed’s character and I thought I saw more of what drives him and what he struggles to hide from others.
”If I was going to die, I would die as I had lived: lying out of my backside.” - Breed
This book isn’t for the faint-hearted, there’s a lot of violence, bad language, and nasty surprises, but if you liked the first two, this one delivers more of the same, with a bit more heart behind the blood. Straightforward, brutal, and full of grit, it’s is a solid third entry that keeps Breed’s story moving forward without losing what made it stand out in the first place. Yeah, I loved this book it’s addictive reading..
The story moves at a fast pace, with little time between fights, chases, and unexpected twists. Breed is still as rude and funny as ever, and while he’s still not exactly a hero, he’s still interesting to follow. His smart remarks and blunt attitude add a lot of dark humour to the grim world he lives in which is what I enjoy most, I think.
”I’m not the person you think I am. I wish I was; it would be nice to have that power, but everything I touch, I mean everything, turns to shit.” - Breed
The writing and action is easy to follow with strange places and shady characters without drowning you in too much detail. I’m have great respect for an author who can keep the world building to such a high standard without it feeling repetitive or too much, which he does brilliantly. As a bonus I really liked the book revealing a lot more depth to Breed’s character and I thought I saw more of what drives him and what he struggles to hide from others.
”If I was going to die, I would die as I had lived: lying out of my backside.” - Breed
This book isn’t for the faint-hearted, there’s a lot of violence, bad language, and nasty surprises, but if you liked the first two, this one delivers more of the same, with a bit more heart behind the blood. Straightforward, brutal, and full of grit, it’s is a solid third entry that keeps Breed’s story moving forward without losing what made it stand out in the first place. Yeah, I loved this book it’s addictive reading..
September 12, 2018
5 Stars
Something Wicked (The Chronicles of Breed 3) is a great conclusion to this fun and imaginative series. Davies has made something special here the world building is unbelievable. I loved Breed, the side kicks, the different god-like species, and the story itself.
An original dark fantasy that has much to offer.
Highly recommended!
Something Wicked (The Chronicles of Breed 3) is a great conclusion to this fun and imaginative series. Davies has made something special here the world building is unbelievable. I loved Breed, the side kicks, the different god-like species, and the story itself.
An original dark fantasy that has much to offer.
Highly recommended!
January 13, 2019
I don't think I can begin to explain how much I loved this series.
Truth be told, I was a bit meh after the second volume. It seemed like the mischief and plot were going nowhere. I was trying to make sense of it and I did have some pretty good theories, but I couldn't say I enjoyed the second book as much as I loved the first.
But with this volume things definitely changed for me. Drastically.
Breed might be an old dude, but the acidic retorts are still on the table and the loose ties from the second volume are now weaved deftly into the plot. Book two makes a lot more sense in retrospective and it was a necessary step in Breed's evolution.
However, I had a lot more fun with Something Wicked I laughed more times than I can remember and I also had several *faceslap* moments. Davies has a way of throwing emotional dung at the reader in such a carefree manner that it makes you forget the fact your main character is one cunning Guild Blade, half-human, half-thoasa, whose eyes are still drawn to shinny stones.
But we can't blame her for doing such an exceptional job. We can only appreciate her mad writing skills.
It's still surprising to see the world building constantly expanding and that the story never ceases to amaze and those god... damn... plot... twists... ! Argh.
I must admit, I had my doubts but I quickly dismissed the thought because I deemed it impossible. I mean. It was too much. Except, I forgot this is Breed we're talking about and in this magical world, nothing is ever impossible. Just improbable. Or very likely.
Go on, read it already!
Truth be told, I was a bit meh after the second volume. It seemed like the mischief and plot were going nowhere. I was trying to make sense of it and I did have some pretty good theories, but I couldn't say I enjoyed the second book as much as I loved the first.
But with this volume things definitely changed for me. Drastically.
Breed might be an old dude, but the acidic retorts are still on the table and the loose ties from the second volume are now weaved deftly into the plot. Book two makes a lot more sense in retrospective and it was a necessary step in Breed's evolution.
However, I had a lot more fun with Something Wicked I laughed more times than I can remember and I also had several *faceslap* moments. Davies has a way of throwing emotional dung at the reader in such a carefree manner that it makes you forget the fact your main character is one cunning Guild Blade, half-human, half-thoasa, whose eyes are still drawn to shinny stones.
But we can't blame her for doing such an exceptional job. We can only appreciate her mad writing skills.
It's still surprising to see the world building constantly expanding and that the story never ceases to amaze and those god... damn... plot... twists... ! Argh.
I must admit, I had my doubts but I quickly dismissed the thought because I deemed it impossible. I mean. It was too much. Except, I forgot this is Breed we're talking about and in this magical world, nothing is ever impossible. Just improbable. Or very likely.
Go on, read it already!
December 12, 2018
A good conclusion to a really excellent trilogy.
Volume 3 continues directly from volume 2 which had finished on a note that I wasn’t sure about - the self-centred Breed becoming so sympathetic to others plights and lives that he actually settles down in a community even making very good friends.
Volume 3 starts with Breed, now aged after decades of relatively quiet living, being thrust back into the multi-world conflicts he’d been involved in previously. It’s a shock and he takes time to adjust as the array of demons, mages, undead, cruel humans, etc. flood back into his life. As bumpy a ride of adventures as in volume 2 which contrasted to the relatively sedate ‘one world adventure’ of volume 1.
The detailed plot associated with Breeds adventures is quite complex. Characters and events from across the previous 2 volumes are relevant so I benefited from reading the three volumes back to back, as there’s no précis of previous action at the start of volumes 2 and 3. Given that straight through read I had no real problem keeping up with the complexity, the world hopping and even
Normally I’m not so comfy with fantasy action on such a broad scale as it can swamp characterisation but in this case cynical, cunning and, increasingly, world weary Breed kept the story grounded. It was fascinating again to see Breed, whether magically endowed or not (it varied!) keeping pace with and defying far more powerful forces.
The plot is given an overall conclusion, with twists I didn’t see coming, in the last few pages. But, to be honest, across all three volumes it’s the character Breed and his adventures that mostly keep you involved rather than trying to figure out the final overall plot destination. I especially liked his awareness that he’s probably a pawn in others battles which he sometimes tries to undermine.
Overall, a great heroic character (Breed) whatever role he’s placed in, fascinating worlds and adventures. With the bonus that the somewhat startling (to me) plot conclusion seemed to make enough sense at the end to round off the trilogy!
The overall writing and pacing is very good. The use of slang is good, given the irreverent nature of Breed’s character. Maybe a few more C expletives than some may like in this volume. I had one language niggle - the initially clever use of the verb ‘to chin’ which I took as meaning to facially gesture towards something. In some sections of the book it just kept being used as the only gesturing verb by more characters than just Breed. Alternative gesturing verbs should have been interchangeably used to reduce the monotony of phrase. Minor but irritating editing issue.
Volume 3 continues directly from volume 2 which had finished on a note that I wasn’t sure about - the self-centred Breed becoming so sympathetic to others plights and lives that he actually settles down in a community even making very good friends.
Volume 3 starts with Breed, now aged after decades of relatively quiet living, being thrust back into the multi-world conflicts he’d been involved in previously. It’s a shock and he takes time to adjust as the array of demons, mages, undead, cruel humans, etc. flood back into his life. As bumpy a ride of adventures as in volume 2 which contrasted to the relatively sedate ‘one world adventure’ of volume 1.
The detailed plot associated with Breeds adventures is quite complex. Characters and events from across the previous 2 volumes are relevant so I benefited from reading the three volumes back to back, as there’s no précis of previous action at the start of volumes 2 and 3. Given that straight through read I had no real problem keeping up with the complexity, the world hopping and even
Normally I’m not so comfy with fantasy action on such a broad scale as it can swamp characterisation but in this case cynical, cunning and, increasingly, world weary Breed kept the story grounded. It was fascinating again to see Breed, whether magically endowed or not (it varied!) keeping pace with and defying far more powerful forces.
The plot is given an overall conclusion, with twists I didn’t see coming, in the last few pages. But, to be honest, across all three volumes it’s the character Breed and his adventures that mostly keep you involved rather than trying to figure out the final overall plot destination. I especially liked his awareness that he’s probably a pawn in others battles which he sometimes tries to undermine.
Overall, a great heroic character (Breed) whatever role he’s placed in, fascinating worlds and adventures. With the bonus that the somewhat startling (to me) plot conclusion seemed to make enough sense at the end to round off the trilogy!
The overall writing and pacing is very good. The use of slang is good, given the irreverent nature of Breed’s character. Maybe a few more C expletives than some may like in this volume. I had one language niggle - the initially clever use of the verb ‘to chin’ which I took as meaning to facially gesture towards something. In some sections of the book it just kept being used as the only gesturing verb by more characters than just Breed. Alternative gesturing verbs should have been interchangeably used to reduce the monotony of phrase. Minor but irritating editing issue.
February 1, 2023
The story gets better and better by every book. Great easy read with lots of action and deadpool-esq humour!
August 28, 2020
These books were fun .
January 20, 2020
Since I read these straight though, without a break in between, I am leaving the same review on each book. For that I apologize as it might be a little lazy but there's really no point in separating the review in to three parts as one book flows directly in to the next.
Firstly let me say that I didn't know where things were headed multiple times during all three books. At times I merely wanted to throw things because I thought I had something figured out and I couldn't have been more wrong. Now that may sound like I didn't enjoy this series but the reality is that I enjoyed it, probably, more than I should have. I couldn't put any of the books down easily and I certainly couldn't have walked away!
Breed is an amazing character and if she were real I'd wonder why she didn't off herself just to get away from all of the bullshit. To be fair, in the beginning, it was mostly bullshit of her own making but as the series goes on she becomes less and less responsible for it even as she tries to become the master of her own destiny. Even though she is very other, in every sense of the word, she is somehow relatable. She shouldn't be relatable at all because Davies does a rather amazing job of relating the otherness of the world and characters and as such there should be very little that feels comfortable for the reader. What Davies does here shows some real talent, blending such otherness with enough bits and pieces that reader still feels like they can relate.
As I am wont to do I crave more worldbuilding in my fantasy and Davies sets out a very interesting world here and while I really enjoyed the story I would have liked to see and understand more of it. This may be due to her mad ability to make things truly other that I have already mentioned. To be sure this doesn't detract from my overall awe at the series, this is just me being me and wanting to know more about how everything works in a story.
Davies creates a very interesting ride for the reader. I couldn't wait to pick up Tooth and Claw after finishing Dangerous to Know but halfway through I briefly wondered if I had made the right decision as I couldn't fathom how things were going to spin back in to a coherent narrative. I can say, with pleasure, that I was wrong about that and never doubted picking up Something Wicked when Tooth and Claw came to a close. I really can't stress this point enough, things do get confusing at points but trust the author and it'll all come together. It won't all necessarily make sense at the time, this is the otherness I keep mentioning, but it will come together and the story will be told to completion, and if you're anything like me it will be immensely rewarding.
I know, my reviews suck, I didn't talk about the story, or really even drop any hints about it but that's just going to have to do. I loved this series and sometimes you choose to talk about a thing rather than about a thing.
Firstly let me say that I didn't know where things were headed multiple times during all three books. At times I merely wanted to throw things because I thought I had something figured out and I couldn't have been more wrong. Now that may sound like I didn't enjoy this series but the reality is that I enjoyed it, probably, more than I should have. I couldn't put any of the books down easily and I certainly couldn't have walked away!
Breed is an amazing character and if she were real I'd wonder why she didn't off herself just to get away from all of the bullshit. To be fair, in the beginning, it was mostly bullshit of her own making but as the series goes on she becomes less and less responsible for it even as she tries to become the master of her own destiny. Even though she is very other, in every sense of the word, she is somehow relatable. She shouldn't be relatable at all because Davies does a rather amazing job of relating the otherness of the world and characters and as such there should be very little that feels comfortable for the reader. What Davies does here shows some real talent, blending such otherness with enough bits and pieces that reader still feels like they can relate.
As I am wont to do I crave more worldbuilding in my fantasy and Davies sets out a very interesting world here and while I really enjoyed the story I would have liked to see and understand more of it. This may be due to her mad ability to make things truly other that I have already mentioned. To be sure this doesn't detract from my overall awe at the series, this is just me being me and wanting to know more about how everything works in a story.
Davies creates a very interesting ride for the reader. I couldn't wait to pick up Tooth and Claw after finishing Dangerous to Know but halfway through I briefly wondered if I had made the right decision as I couldn't fathom how things were going to spin back in to a coherent narrative. I can say, with pleasure, that I was wrong about that and never doubted picking up Something Wicked when Tooth and Claw came to a close. I really can't stress this point enough, things do get confusing at points but trust the author and it'll all come together. It won't all necessarily make sense at the time, this is the otherness I keep mentioning, but it will come together and the story will be told to completion, and if you're anything like me it will be immensely rewarding.
I know, my reviews suck, I didn't talk about the story, or really even drop any hints about it but that's just going to have to do. I loved this series and sometimes you choose to talk about a thing rather than about a thing.
June 3, 2019
Something Wicked – K.T.Davies
The third and final instalment following the adventures and trials and tribulations of Breed, our anti-hero turned proper hero. The story picks off pretty much at the end of Tooth and Claw, with Breed being roughly about 60 years old, very old age for a Thoasa, but our old friend hasn’t grown old gracefully, in fact he’s still a cursing cull and full of mischief. Now I don’t know K.T.Davies nationality, but I’m going to assume she’s British, as only someone who’s British can swear with such swagger, such humour and such venom whilst still making it funny as flip(I’m really trying not to swear in this review as the Primary Teacher in me just can’t type the words).
I absolutely adore how Breed has developed over the last three books, how he has saved multiple worlds over and over again, how he still just wants to be out for himself(again I could have said herself as Breed’s gender is indeterminate and as I’ve said before, it just isn’t important, Breed will fight you or fornicate with you if the fancy takes them) but also how he remains the same at the core of his being. Also how his allies come and go but K.T.Davies is able to always tie the ends together and bring the story full circle. The biggest compliment I can pay her is if you were as awed as I was by the writing in Back to the Future trilogy and how all the parts were interwoven, then K.T.Davies is able to do the same.
The humour is liberally sprinkled throughout, and the action is fast and bloody. In fact I’m just going to cut and copy my last paragraph from my review of Tooth & Claw as I couldn’t say anymore than I already have.
Really can’t recommend these books highly enough, if you like your fantasy funny and fighty with a kichin cove of a hero who you’ll grow from loving to hate to just loving, if you don’t mind the odd swear word (and by odd I mean a fair bit) and laughing at someone being an absolute get but doing it with style, then this is the series for you – find Dangerous to Know to start off your Breed love.
The story is finished but I have heard rumours that K.T is writing another Breed book and I can only hope they are true as this legend could grow and grow.
I’m very happy that I saw this advert on Facebook a while ago and thought why not give it a go, it looks fun. Thank you K.T.
The third and final instalment following the adventures and trials and tribulations of Breed, our anti-hero turned proper hero. The story picks off pretty much at the end of Tooth and Claw, with Breed being roughly about 60 years old, very old age for a Thoasa, but our old friend hasn’t grown old gracefully, in fact he’s still a cursing cull and full of mischief. Now I don’t know K.T.Davies nationality, but I’m going to assume she’s British, as only someone who’s British can swear with such swagger, such humour and such venom whilst still making it funny as flip(I’m really trying not to swear in this review as the Primary Teacher in me just can’t type the words).
I absolutely adore how Breed has developed over the last three books, how he has saved multiple worlds over and over again, how he still just wants to be out for himself(again I could have said herself as Breed’s gender is indeterminate and as I’ve said before, it just isn’t important, Breed will fight you or fornicate with you if the fancy takes them) but also how he remains the same at the core of his being. Also how his allies come and go but K.T.Davies is able to always tie the ends together and bring the story full circle. The biggest compliment I can pay her is if you were as awed as I was by the writing in Back to the Future trilogy and how all the parts were interwoven, then K.T.Davies is able to do the same.
The humour is liberally sprinkled throughout, and the action is fast and bloody. In fact I’m just going to cut and copy my last paragraph from my review of Tooth & Claw as I couldn’t say anymore than I already have.
Really can’t recommend these books highly enough, if you like your fantasy funny and fighty with a kichin cove of a hero who you’ll grow from loving to hate to just loving, if you don’t mind the odd swear word (and by odd I mean a fair bit) and laughing at someone being an absolute get but doing it with style, then this is the series for you – find Dangerous to Know to start off your Breed love.
The story is finished but I have heard rumours that K.T is writing another Breed book and I can only hope they are true as this legend could grow and grow.
I’m very happy that I saw this advert on Facebook a while ago and thought why not give it a go, it looks fun. Thank you K.T.
October 7, 2021
I have found this book by browsing the read books of another goodreads user who has similar taste and I'm glad I did that because otherwise I don't think I would have found this fantastic series. It's not your typical fantasy book, there are no real white character in the story, maybe a couple of black ones.
It's written from the main character's point of view and there's no other POV character.
Breed, the main character is outspoken, mean and has witty comments all the time. I can imagine that it can be too much for someone but I really liked it.
The series is continued by another two books but I consider the first three books as the original trilogy. The story has turns that you don't expect, especially the first book. After that you get used to Breed who most of the time won't do what other "heroes" from other novels would do in that situation.
What I lack in these novels is that there's zero explanation for the magic system. Some stuff just happen and it is not explained at all how it works but if you can get over that then it's a good read for all dark fantasy lovers who don't expect the traditional good vs evil, honorable vs despicable and epic moments and sentences stuff.
For some reason Breed reminds me of the character Tehol from the Malazan books. Though they are far from similar they both behave out of place in most situations.
I think this series deserves more attention than it gets because it's certainly in par with the more known series.
It's written from the main character's point of view and there's no other POV character.
Breed, the main character is outspoken, mean and has witty comments all the time. I can imagine that it can be too much for someone but I really liked it.
The series is continued by another two books but I consider the first three books as the original trilogy. The story has turns that you don't expect, especially the first book. After that you get used to Breed who most of the time won't do what other "heroes" from other novels would do in that situation.
What I lack in these novels is that there's zero explanation for the magic system. Some stuff just happen and it is not explained at all how it works but if you can get over that then it's a good read for all dark fantasy lovers who don't expect the traditional good vs evil, honorable vs despicable and epic moments and sentences stuff.
For some reason Breed reminds me of the character Tehol from the Malazan books. Though they are far from similar they both behave out of place in most situations.
I think this series deserves more attention than it gets because it's certainly in par with the more known series.
January 23, 2022
I feel like Breed is a friend now, with the half-Thoasan's humour as welcome as a good cup of coffee in the morning. This was my favourite Breed tale so far, and it helped me understand bk2 better. I would say reading the first three in one go would make for a rather nice session. Or you could just read all six books and become a Breed uber-fan!
Yet again our Warspawn friend is put through the wringer. Breed really gets battered in this one, which is saying something considering the last two books.
The opening is hilarious, the mid-section with the arena thrilling, Nuanu a character I hope we will see again, and the final third really ramps up the scale.
It's great fantasy, full of bloody shenanigans, packed with weird & wonderful characters, but I'm sure I'm not the only one who will say Breed's sarcastic humour is the highlight. This is a protagonist who keeps me chuckling!
Yet again our Warspawn friend is put through the wringer. Breed really gets battered in this one, which is saying something considering the last two books.
The opening is hilarious, the mid-section with the arena thrilling, Nuanu a character I hope we will see again, and the final third really ramps up the scale.
It's great fantasy, full of bloody shenanigans, packed with weird & wonderful characters, but I'm sure I'm not the only one who will say Breed's sarcastic humour is the highlight. This is a protagonist who keeps me chuckling!
March 24, 2019
This review is written with a plea to the author.
No Spoilers...
This was the last book in the series and this is where my head is at having just finished it.
You know those book series where you love the characters so much that you don’t want it to end? Yeah, well that’s how I’m feeling right now.
I didn’t want it to end. I still don’t want it to end. I’m secretly (well, not so much now that I’ve written it and you’re now reading it, but) hoping that the most amazing author has a mind change and continues with the series, because dammit it all, I LOVED IT.
This book and books one and two are now my most favourite series.
Completely and utterly in love with the way this author writes. And I want more dammit.
Please?
No Spoilers...
This was the last book in the series and this is where my head is at having just finished it.
You know those book series where you love the characters so much that you don’t want it to end? Yeah, well that’s how I’m feeling right now.
I didn’t want it to end. I still don’t want it to end. I’m secretly (well, not so much now that I’ve written it and you’re now reading it, but) hoping that the most amazing author has a mind change and continues with the series, because dammit it all, I LOVED IT.
This book and books one and two are now my most favourite series.
Completely and utterly in love with the way this author writes. And I want more dammit.
Please?
January 8, 2019
Good paced fun
Enjoyed this trilogy for its good narrative tempo. The author has used multiple threads of eras, cataclysmic events, concepts of magic, effects of energy and different character impulses, in a way that creates a large universe for the story, while rarely becoming cumbersome.
The more coarse language and behaviour gives a realistic feeling to each event, and made it more enjoyable, from my POV.
Would recommend this series to Fantasy readers who don’t want to get bogged down in the details, and are happy for the narrative to trot along to its fated conclusion, with a large disregard for sentiment.
Alright Fustilugs?
Enjoyed this trilogy for its good narrative tempo. The author has used multiple threads of eras, cataclysmic events, concepts of magic, effects of energy and different character impulses, in a way that creates a large universe for the story, while rarely becoming cumbersome.
The more coarse language and behaviour gives a realistic feeling to each event, and made it more enjoyable, from my POV.
Would recommend this series to Fantasy readers who don’t want to get bogged down in the details, and are happy for the narrative to trot along to its fated conclusion, with a large disregard for sentiment.
Alright Fustilugs?
January 3, 2020
No surprise if you are wanting to read book 3 that you Know Breed still lives...
This book starts directly where book 2 ended. And it is the Breed of book 2 you get rather than book 1. However, by now I wanted to know how this all ends. No spoilers, but its certainly a ride. How Breed survives it all is quite unbelievable at times, but this is a fantasy novel not a dusty old text book. Still enjoyed his adventures and loved the ending.. There is talk of a book 4.. not sure where that would go (unless its a prequel building on the other short stories the author has written) But I would certainly read another book if it arrives
This book starts directly where book 2 ended. And it is the Breed of book 2 you get rather than book 1. However, by now I wanted to know how this all ends. No spoilers, but its certainly a ride. How Breed survives it all is quite unbelievable at times, but this is a fantasy novel not a dusty old text book. Still enjoyed his adventures and loved the ending.. There is talk of a book 4.. not sure where that would go (unless its a prequel building on the other short stories the author has written) But I would certainly read another book if it arrives
September 5, 2018
A complex plot, brilliantly untangled.
A complex plot, brilliantly untangled. Thoroughly enjoyed this series, and this last installment is masterful in its dance through the twists of time and worlds. The denouement made my jaw drop slightly, I hadn't seen that coming!
Looking forward to more from K. T. Davies in the future!
PS. Still haven't sussed the gender of Breed. I felt it was 'she' in the first novel, but felt more like a 'he' in this book, which I guess shows how much gender relies on the performative. Genius writing to leave it non-binary right to the end!
A complex plot, brilliantly untangled. Thoroughly enjoyed this series, and this last installment is masterful in its dance through the twists of time and worlds. The denouement made my jaw drop slightly, I hadn't seen that coming!
Looking forward to more from K. T. Davies in the future!
PS. Still haven't sussed the gender of Breed. I felt it was 'she' in the first novel, but felt more like a 'he' in this book, which I guess shows how much gender relies on the performative. Genius writing to leave it non-binary right to the end!
March 3, 2019
Last in the Trilogy still keeping up a good pace.
I read the first book in a morning. It was an excellent read and I was entertained. The second book was also good but had a few slow patches. This the third kept up the good pace. It was a little entangled at times but tied up all the plot lines with a fast moving pace. It's supposed to be the last and it's difficult to see how Breed could have further adventures, but the author left the door open with his last line, "oh no you ficking don't!" Good last line.
I read the first book in a morning. It was an excellent read and I was entertained. The second book was also good but had a few slow patches. This the third kept up the good pace. It was a little entangled at times but tied up all the plot lines with a fast moving pace. It's supposed to be the last and it's difficult to see how Breed could have further adventures, but the author left the door open with his last line, "oh no you ficking don't!" Good last line.
June 30, 2019
Like the other two Breed books, this is a fun but confusing and poorly paced novel. Davies has good ideas, but just chains them randomly around the character Breed to no good effect.
There is also significant abuse of the common comma. I've not looked up whether this is self- or professionally published; if the latter then the editors should be ashamed. If the former, I can only suggest that Davies seeks professional help, which should support transformation of some good ideas into a much superior novel.
That said, it's more-or-less readable and certainly not terrible.
There is also significant abuse of the common comma. I've not looked up whether this is self- or professionally published; if the latter then the editors should be ashamed. If the former, I can only suggest that Davies seeks professional help, which should support transformation of some good ideas into a much superior novel.
That said, it's more-or-less readable and certainly not terrible.
September 22, 2019
A decent end to a decent trilogy. I have enjoyed all 3 books in the series, and this one finished it off nicely. A little confusing at times, and I found myself struggling to remeber characters from the previous books after a break in between, but all in all, a decent read. Breeds character development is great and in this book, you can see how much he has changed and learnt from his travels. It's faced paced and some nice action in parts. I would recommend giving this trilogy a go if you like fantasy, magic, swords and humour.
August 21, 2018
A stunning end to a wild ride
Breed is older and wiser by this book, but Fate certainly isn't done with him. He still stumbles from one bad situation to another and it's endlessly cringe-worthy yet fascinating--kind of like a train wreck. It's a surprising conclusion to the trilogy, but ultimately the only one that makes sense for Breed. This was a worthy trilogy and I will be looking up more works by KT Davies.
Breed is older and wiser by this book, but Fate certainly isn't done with him. He still stumbles from one bad situation to another and it's endlessly cringe-worthy yet fascinating--kind of like a train wreck. It's a surprising conclusion to the trilogy, but ultimately the only one that makes sense for Breed. This was a worthy trilogy and I will be looking up more works by KT Davies.
January 23, 2019
4.5* Another excellent book to conclude the trilogy. Whether there will be more in this series, I don't know.
Really enjoyed this one (although I have to say that book two is my absolute favourite).
The character, Breed, is an asshole, but you can't help but love them for it.
If you like epic high fantasy with dragons and magic and all manner of strangeness, this should definitely be on the to be read list.
Really enjoyed this one (although I have to say that book two is my absolute favourite).
The character, Breed, is an asshole, but you can't help but love them for it.
If you like epic high fantasy with dragons and magic and all manner of strangeness, this should definitely be on the to be read list.
March 12, 2019
I enjoyed this, the final book in the trilogy, most of all. I am sorry to see this story of Breed come to its end. I guess I may have to go and get the prequels to read as well. If you want a fun and entertaining read, then, by all means, read this book. If you want a Tolkienesque story then this is not the book you need.
April 26, 2019
Casually Brilliant
Great story with an innovative narrative style which nonchalantly gives the reader an insight into Breeds thoughts. Breed herself is a refreshing hero in a genre otherwise filled with forgettable characters. I would love to see how Breeds life continues post credits..
Great story with an innovative narrative style which nonchalantly gives the reader an insight into Breeds thoughts. Breed herself is a refreshing hero in a genre otherwise filled with forgettable characters. I would love to see how Breeds life continues post credits..
August 29, 2019
Something Wicked
This book concludes the story of Breed. It's been a great ride. The humor is great, cheeky and vulgar. Book 3 is fast paced and gripping to no end. Breed has aged but is still has the Breed attitude towards some things. He always seems to find himself in an impossible situation and some how comes out of it okay. He is such a lovable anti-hero/hero.
This book concludes the story of Breed. It's been a great ride. The humor is great, cheeky and vulgar. Book 3 is fast paced and gripping to no end. Breed has aged but is still has the Breed attitude towards some things. He always seems to find himself in an impossible situation and some how comes out of it okay. He is such a lovable anti-hero/hero.
July 20, 2020
Another great adventure about my favourite half-human half-thoasa. This character has a knack of getting into trouble and doing his best to get out of it. Sometime with disastrous results.
great fun, great dialogue, and non stop action, with a few twist and turn I wasn't expecting.
Book 3 was the last Breed book, but hey, there's a book 4. Adding it to the TBR list now.
great fun, great dialogue, and non stop action, with a few twist and turn I wasn't expecting.
Book 3 was the last Breed book, but hey, there's a book 4. Adding it to the TBR list now.
March 30, 2021
This was obviously the intended end to the series, and a pretty good one, although I see there is a fourth book out that I will eventually get to.
This was standard fantasy fare, and the character took a little while to warm up to but eventually I did.
The twist at the end was unexpected but welcome.
This was standard fantasy fare, and the character took a little while to warm up to but eventually I did.
The twist at the end was unexpected but welcome.
February 25, 2024
Yet again, fresh takes on old clichés and twists you don't see coming.
Yet again, fresh takes on old clichés and twists you don't see coming until you find find them cracking their own way into your mind with the sudden realization of of what you missed. I thought I was good at anticipating story twists, but Davies always finds me a way to surprise!
Yet again, fresh takes on old clichés and twists you don't see coming until you find find them cracking their own way into your mind with the sudden realization of of what you missed. I thought I was good at anticipating story twists, but Davies always finds me a way to surprise!
August 25, 2018
Gutted!
Literally and... well you'll have to read the books.
You know when a book has been amazing when you feel a stab of pain when it's finished.
One the best books I've read. Read them you c**ts as Breed would say!!
Literally and... well you'll have to read the books.
You know when a book has been amazing when you feel a stab of pain when it's finished.
One the best books I've read. Read them you c**ts as Breed would say!!
August 26, 2018
Fantastic!
In the prose of Breed, fucking brilliant! It was well written and kept me enthralled all the way through. I hope that there will more stories of Breed. Such an entertaining cove. Thanks KTD.
In the prose of Breed, fucking brilliant! It was well written and kept me enthralled all the way through. I hope that there will more stories of Breed. Such an entertaining cove. Thanks KTD.
August 27, 2018
Better than book two
Ties everything together, but for me the rushing of the story in book two meant that this was read out of habit really.
Still well written and a nice twist or two, but no lynch or rothfuss.
Ties everything together, but for me the rushing of the story in book two meant that this was read out of habit really.
Still well written and a nice twist or two, but no lynch or rothfuss.
August 28, 2018
Absorbing
Enthralling adventure, interesting characters, intriguing plot. Original ideas. I loved it. Would have been five stars but I didn't like the use of certain curse words. However, I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys fantasy.
Enthralling adventure, interesting characters, intriguing plot. Original ideas. I loved it. Would have been five stars but I didn't like the use of certain curse words. However, I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys fantasy.
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