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Nightlord #7
Fugue
Eric—part-time King, quasi-avatar, and unconventional wizard—has an epic quest before him. He must return to his lost kingdom to save it, slay a creature claiming to be a god, and navigate the terrible risks of a paradox that could undo everything!
And to top it off, he's trying to raise a daughter.
Nobody said being a vampire was going to be easy, but none of this was in the brochure!
"Fugue" is the seventh book in the "Nightlord" series, following " Mobius."
And to top it off, he's trying to raise a daughter.
Nobody said being a vampire was going to be easy, but none of this was in the brochure!
"Fugue" is the seventh book in the "Nightlord" series, following " Mobius."
1313 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 19, 2020
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Garon Whited
23 books1,268 followersGaron Whited was supposedly born in 1970, but the original birth certificate is suspiciously unavailable and other records do not agree. After spending some years in college playing role-playing games, he finally settled down into a steady job working with computers—and still plays role-playing games. He finally joined a radicalized group of jellyfish-herding nomads. Having fought zombie dolphins, quasi-corporeal wine and spirits, as well as brain-sucking mole rats, he is uniquely qualified to write fantastic fiction. His subsequent attempts at professional salsa repairman and ley line salesman met with similar success. An affinity for science fiction and fantasy has condemned him to write whenever he has a chance, despite therapy involving shocks and rubber hoses. He claims he lives on this planet, but impartial observers have expressed some doubt. He currently lives in Texarkana.
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January 13, 2021
Disappointing
While I have enjoyed the nightlord series this book was awful. All previous characters from earlier stories have been removed leaving the MC to wander in endless self introspection and pointless magical pseudo science. HUNDREDS of pages of the way to construct spells, interact with godish beings makes one think they are reading the owners manual to a new laptop.
The introduction of his adopted daughter is half assed and sad. *BAM* she's 17, *BAM* She wants to move out, *BAM* she wants to become a superhero, *BAM* we hardly ever hear from her again.
Sadly all the potential of her story arc is completely ignored and forgotten under an avalanche of "Cranky old man sitting alone in his house tinkering with his hobbies and working on the problem of inter universal time differentials."
It's about as exciting as going to grandpa's and listening to him talk about his homemade transistor radios.
I couldn't finish, i tried, i got 70% through before i realized i could have completely skipped the last 500 pages and been just fine.
While I have enjoyed the nightlord series this book was awful. All previous characters from earlier stories have been removed leaving the MC to wander in endless self introspection and pointless magical pseudo science. HUNDREDS of pages of the way to construct spells, interact with godish beings makes one think they are reading the owners manual to a new laptop.
The introduction of his adopted daughter is half assed and sad. *BAM* she's 17, *BAM* She wants to move out, *BAM* she wants to become a superhero, *BAM* we hardly ever hear from her again.
Sadly all the potential of her story arc is completely ignored and forgotten under an avalanche of "Cranky old man sitting alone in his house tinkering with his hobbies and working on the problem of inter universal time differentials."
It's about as exciting as going to grandpa's and listening to him talk about his homemade transistor radios.
I couldn't finish, i tried, i got 70% through before i realized i could have completely skipped the last 500 pages and been just fine.
December 23, 2020
My least favorite of the series
Nightlord is in my top 5 favorite series. I can't count the times that I've reread it. I won't be rereading this one. This almost seemed like a spin off story. No real progress was made on the story line. This said, I didn't dislike the book. Was it slow and a tad boring, yes. But I still loved reading it. Just a let down for story progression.
Nightlord is in my top 5 favorite series. I can't count the times that I've reread it. I won't be rereading this one. This almost seemed like a spin off story. No real progress was made on the story line. This said, I didn't dislike the book. Was it slow and a tad boring, yes. But I still loved reading it. Just a let down for story progression.
January 14, 2021
This book was about 500 pages too long. Most of this series is plagued with the writer going off on tangents as the main character has as stream of consciousness monologues and soliloquies on the technicalities of solving a problem, but this book takes that a whole new level. There are entire chapters of what amounts to brainstorming sessions at best and being trapped in an elevator with two office drones arguing about the layout of a spreadsheet at worst.
To make things worse, this book doesn't really go anywhere. The first half a the book takes place in a bucolic environment has Eric raises his adopted daughter and deals with the fallout of her breaking the rules about not performing magic...which in itself is fairly minor. It introduces the next Big Bad, but again, doesn't really go anywhere.
To make things worse, this book doesn't really go anywhere. The first half a the book takes place in a bucolic environment has Eric raises his adopted daughter and deals with the fallout of her breaking the rules about not performing magic...which in itself is fairly minor. It introduces the next Big Bad, but again, doesn't really go anywhere.
February 20, 2021
A bridge to book 8
While a readable book and at times enjoyable, this read more like a placeholder for book eight than a book in itself. After every chapter I expected to get on to the main point of dissecting angels, re-connecting with Sasha, getting back into Rethven, or dealing with addicts. Instead, the stage was set and then set again. I feel like the stage was set adequately for these events in book seven. All in all, I was really excited for the book after seven to come out, and I’m still waiting for it.
While a readable book and at times enjoyable, this read more like a placeholder for book eight than a book in itself. After every chapter I expected to get on to the main point of dissecting angels, re-connecting with Sasha, getting back into Rethven, or dealing with addicts. Instead, the stage was set and then set again. I feel like the stage was set adequately for these events in book seven. All in all, I was really excited for the book after seven to come out, and I’m still waiting for it.
March 16, 2024
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December 25, 2020
Anti-gravity book
Yet another engaging, impossible to put down installment in the life of the most reluctant sort-of hero in the multiverse
Yet another engaging, impossible to put down installment in the life of the most reluctant sort-of hero in the multiverse
December 19, 2021
My Rating System:
5- Perfect for my taste, could not physically stop reading/listening, wanted more afterword.
4- Almost perfect, could not stop reading/listening, probably wanted more afterword.
3- Enjoyed the book, could see others loving it, need to think if I want more.
2- Can see why others might like the book, but I could not, I do not want more.
1- What is this? What went wrong? Why did they do this? This doesn't make any sense! (No idea who it is for but definitely not for me).
[Audiobook Version]
If you like a protagonist who actually studies the magic that is used to gain a better understanding of the world, this is the best book I can come up with so far. The downside to this, or upside in my case, is that the protagonist rambles on a lot and goes on long tangents about what did and did not work when experimenting. This is also found throughout the entire series so if you find that this is not to your taste, then I would highly suggest finding another series. The audiobook version is very well done and is great to listen to while working on other things. However, I did have to increase the playback speed a bit more than I normally do.
I really wanted to give this at least four stars since I have really enjoyed the series, but I just couldn't. The resets are occurring even more often and it seems like Eric's power seems to change randomly from book to book. He becomes death incarnate with an insane regeneration ability in one book and then gets kidnapped with a frying pan in another... Just seems like there could have been a better reason or explanation rather than a stronger person appeared with... a pan.
February 19, 2022
Trying to describe this series of books to people is impossible. The pace, the scale, the intricate pseudoscience applications to the magical and metaphysical. The constant contrasting moral dilemmas. As goes progression fantsay as goes our protagonist's sense of responsibility. His self inflicted burden of such being his most consistent nemesis as well as his most redeemable quality.
If you are looking for beautifully descriptive writing worthy of a literary prize this is not for you. If instead you are like me and weirdly love highly technical descriptive writing worthly of your favourite maths textbook you're in luck!
I really enjoy the heavily directorial style right down to the minutiae of how the most inconsequential thing works. The sort of thing any sane editor would strip from the book immediately.
I can't explain it.. it hits my buttons folks, but I realise that I could well be in a minority in this regard. I know some who would love this but many friends would run to the hills at the mere suggestion of giving it a go.
I've been intentionally vague as I still don't know how to describe this. Thinking of the plot over the 7 books just sounds bizarre when discussed out loud so I'm not going to even try. Really people, there is defo a coherent story, an endless one but it is coherent!
If you are looking for beautifully descriptive writing worthy of a literary prize this is not for you. If instead you are like me and weirdly love highly technical descriptive writing worthly of your favourite maths textbook you're in luck!
I really enjoy the heavily directorial style right down to the minutiae of how the most inconsequential thing works. The sort of thing any sane editor would strip from the book immediately.
I can't explain it.. it hits my buttons folks, but I realise that I could well be in a minority in this regard. I know some who would love this but many friends would run to the hills at the mere suggestion of giving it a go.
I've been intentionally vague as I still don't know how to describe this. Thinking of the plot over the 7 books just sounds bizarre when discussed out loud so I'm not going to even try. Really people, there is defo a coherent story, an endless one but it is coherent!
January 5, 2021
This one and the previous one are like his branch worlds.
Something happens, but not really.
There is very little to none progression in the older story line, ar least not that I can see. Instead a lot of thinking, technikal explaining, day to day life and jumping between worlds / minor problems.
And we have noticeable errors/ mistakes in word use / spelling etc.
Something happens, but not really.
There is very little to none progression in the older story line, ar least not that I can see. Instead a lot of thinking, technikal explaining, day to day life and jumping between worlds / minor problems.
And we have noticeable errors/ mistakes in word use / spelling etc.
December 31, 2020
Beyond incredible (in so many good ways).
Who'd a thunk to put comic relief at the beginning? Well, not really if you're not reading series volumes as released. But since many of us are... Anyhow.... I smirked and chuckled and outright laughed through a good portion of the front end of this one. Dr. Seuss?!?!? Okay, that (and other small moments) were gently smile worthy in the following content. There's just so many bits and pieces that I truly enjoyed in this release, a listing would become a manifesto. I did miss the loving, gentle assists he offers to those who are terminally suffering and/or facing imminent death.
😵😵😵 SPOILERS? 😵😵😵
The Phoebe/Alden thing? Totally in character and in line with that relationship. Much of the storyline is about Eric divesting, delegating, and stepping aside. But his whole relationship with Phoebe has been about modifying his behavior to benefit her literal and figurative growth. Alden is an incredible opportunity for her to recognize and realize her capabilities. And, she asked. And, because.... Phoebe. It was far from easy for Eric to let her go for it; even with supervision. It doesn't go well? Pretty sure the Eric you're looking for will be back in full force.
😏😏😏 END SPOILERS 😏😏😏
A mind that can journey through such vast and complex territories and weave them together in a coherent storyline? Awesome. By definition. I'm truly amazed that even though the "science" is beyond me at times, it doesn't disrupt the immersion into the story. Not once. The psychological and sociological insights are impressive. The writing is a joy to experience. IMO, Garon Whited is a high master of the craft. Even though I'm not comfortable with some aspects of the storylines, they're never gratuitous and they are acknowledged as being justifiably considered disturbing. And then there's that exceptional writing...
Who'd a thunk to put comic relief at the beginning? Well, not really if you're not reading series volumes as released. But since many of us are... Anyhow.... I smirked and chuckled and outright laughed through a good portion of the front end of this one. Dr. Seuss?!?!? Okay, that (and other small moments) were gently smile worthy in the following content. There's just so many bits and pieces that I truly enjoyed in this release, a listing would become a manifesto. I did miss the loving, gentle assists he offers to those who are terminally suffering and/or facing imminent death.
😵😵😵 SPOILERS? 😵😵😵
The Phoebe/Alden thing? Totally in character and in line with that relationship. Much of the storyline is about Eric divesting, delegating, and stepping aside. But his whole relationship with Phoebe has been about modifying his behavior to benefit her literal and figurative growth. Alden is an incredible opportunity for her to recognize and realize her capabilities. And, she asked. And, because.... Phoebe. It was far from easy for Eric to let her go for it; even with supervision. It doesn't go well? Pretty sure the Eric you're looking for will be back in full force.
😏😏😏 END SPOILERS 😏😏😏
A mind that can journey through such vast and complex territories and weave them together in a coherent storyline? Awesome. By definition. I'm truly amazed that even though the "science" is beyond me at times, it doesn't disrupt the immersion into the story. Not once. The psychological and sociological insights are impressive. The writing is a joy to experience. IMO, Garon Whited is a high master of the craft. Even though I'm not comfortable with some aspects of the storylines, they're never gratuitous and they are acknowledged as being justifiably considered disturbing. And then there's that exceptional writing...
January 14, 2021
Excellent Conclusion of the previous arc, and a good beginning to the next one.
If you've read enough to get to this book, you know how they go: Eric escapes from the Big Bad Event that ended the previous book, crawls away to lick his wounds and develop a way to destroy the Big Bad, but gets interrupted and sidetracked by causing unintentional mayhem culminating in a new Big Bad Event.
This book isn't that. For the most part, we get to see the results of Eric doing something he's always been good at on a scale he's always been prevented from doing. Having seen all the previous aborted examples, it is no surprise to the reader how well equipped Eric is for the challenges he faces at the beginning of this book, but knowing him as we do, it is also no surprise to us that it is a surprise to HIM.
This is one of the better books in the series in as much as it gives much more (and better) resolution to the previous story arc, while making the reader VERY interested in seeing the next arc begin.
If you've read enough to get to this book, you know how they go: Eric escapes from the Big Bad Event that ended the previous book, crawls away to lick his wounds and develop a way to destroy the Big Bad, but gets interrupted and sidetracked by causing unintentional mayhem culminating in a new Big Bad Event.
This book isn't that. For the most part, we get to see the results of Eric doing something he's always been good at on a scale he's always been prevented from doing. Having seen all the previous aborted examples, it is no surprise to the reader how well equipped Eric is for the challenges he faces at the beginning of this book, but knowing him as we do, it is also no surprise to us that it is a surprise to HIM.
This is one of the better books in the series in as much as it gives much more (and better) resolution to the previous story arc, while making the reader VERY interested in seeing the next arc begin.
March 5, 2023
WTF HORRIBLE ENDING
This is the worst anticlimactic cliff hanger ending I have ever read. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SERIES. Mainly because it is bogged down and boring with how Whites goes into extremely long description of spells and alot of mundane stuff. Also whatever happened to Mary. One of the few interesting subjects in this boring series. It was very frustrating to read Nightlord.it could have been a good series.But like I've said before the author goes on and on and on and on and on . I skipped over half the books.By the way, this is why the stories are so long. I'm shocked the editors and publishers allowed this. Also very confusing and repetitive. Too much going on and still boring
This is the worst anticlimactic cliff hanger ending I have ever read. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SERIES. Mainly because it is bogged down and boring with how Whites goes into extremely long description of spells and alot of mundane stuff. Also whatever happened to Mary. One of the few interesting subjects in this boring series. It was very frustrating to read Nightlord.it could have been a good series.But like I've said before the author goes on and on and on and on and on . I skipped over half the books.By the way, this is why the stories are so long. I'm shocked the editors and publishers allowed this. Also very confusing and repetitive. Too much going on and still boring
January 27, 2021
If there were 10 STARS 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟!
Guys, I have waited a long time for this book. And as usual Garon did not disappoint. If you've read other works by Garon Whited you know what you are in for, but if you are new... prepare to be amazed! This is the 7th installment of the Nightlord series which tells us a part life, part death story of an unusual man/vampire/wizard and some times avatar of a god, his horse and sword. Is he good or evil you judge. But one thing is for sure, you will be amazed and have a great time reading their adventures! Thank you Garon, you did a wonderful job 👏. Channa.
Guys, I have waited a long time for this book. And as usual Garon did not disappoint. If you've read other works by Garon Whited you know what you are in for, but if you are new... prepare to be amazed! This is the 7th installment of the Nightlord series which tells us a part life, part death story of an unusual man/vampire/wizard and some times avatar of a god, his horse and sword. Is he good or evil you judge. But one thing is for sure, you will be amazed and have a great time reading their adventures! Thank you Garon, you did a wonderful job 👏. Channa.
May 22, 2021
Great story
I love this whole series. I have listened to and/or read all of it from the first book. Garon writes a good protagonist who doesn't think of himself as a good person. He thibksnof himself as Evil. Yet, in being Evil (capital intended) Eric does more good for those around him (if they aren't truly evil) that most heroes would. He's an Evil hero with an adamantine conscience. A protector of children and executioner of people who try to take advantage of others. He's the vampire wizard I'd want to be.
I love this whole series. I have listened to and/or read all of it from the first book. Garon writes a good protagonist who doesn't think of himself as a good person. He thibksnof himself as Evil. Yet, in being Evil (capital intended) Eric does more good for those around him (if they aren't truly evil) that most heroes would. He's an Evil hero with an adamantine conscience. A protector of children and executioner of people who try to take advantage of others. He's the vampire wizard I'd want to be.
February 4, 2022
Whites is a true expert at his craft
I found book 1 through one of those pop-up ads on facebook. I figured, eh, had a few hours to kill, why not this guy. As you can see this is a review of not book 7 but all 7 books - dammit, where's book 8 Garon....lol. Seriously though, this guy doesn't know how good he is, I do. Garon Whited may well be the best of any new author out there. Don't try book 1, unless you are like me, because I devoured all 7 books and I am still HUNGRY for MORE.
I found book 1 through one of those pop-up ads on facebook. I figured, eh, had a few hours to kill, why not this guy. As you can see this is a review of not book 7 but all 7 books - dammit, where's book 8 Garon....lol. Seriously though, this guy doesn't know how good he is, I do. Garon Whited may well be the best of any new author out there. Don't try book 1, unless you are like me, because I devoured all 7 books and I am still HUNGRY for MORE.
January 24, 2021
Great Book
Another great book in a series of great books. Excellent job of building characters, with tons of details. Love the dynamic of fatherhood Eric goes thru. Some people hate cliffhangers, but not me...excited to see how things progress in the next book. I hope this series goes on for many more books.
Another great book in a series of great books. Excellent job of building characters, with tons of details. Love the dynamic of fatherhood Eric goes thru. Some people hate cliffhangers, but not me...excited to see how things progress in the next book. I hope this series goes on for many more books.
March 25, 2022
It broke the cycle of me liking every other book in the series a lot. While it does a bit more building most of it seems inconsequential at best. I'm fine with there not really being a climax to a book (as not every book really needs it) the one for this book just left something to be desired to me.
December 24, 2020
A Transition, but still fun
This book seems to me to be a way if tying all the loose ends, the personal troubles from the previous books. It's building anticipation for the grand finale.
This book seems to me to be a way if tying all the loose ends, the personal troubles from the previous books. It's building anticipation for the grand finale.
January 11, 2021
Worth the read. I think this is my top fantasy series.
This series deserves five stars for all seven books. I had no clue beginning from book 1 that'll I'll still be here. This is some in depth writing skills here.
This series deserves five stars for all seven books. I had no clue beginning from book 1 that'll I'll still be here. This is some in depth writing skills here.
January 30, 2021
Another great book
I gave it a five star rating because even though it's book like 6-7 I couldn't put it down. This is a great series. I have either read or listened to the whole series multiple times. I highly recommend the audible versions. The narrator is great as well.
I gave it a five star rating because even though it's book like 6-7 I couldn't put it down. This is a great series. I have either read or listened to the whole series multiple times. I highly recommend the audible versions. The narrator is great as well.
May 12, 2021
More of the same.
If you enjoyed previous Nightlord books, you might as well keep reading!
More slow-paced fantasy with elements of empire/settlement building.
As usual, it's long, and a lot happens, but in the end, it feels like little has been resolved!
Back to waiting for the next!
If you enjoyed previous Nightlord books, you might as well keep reading!
More slow-paced fantasy with elements of empire/settlement building.
As usual, it's long, and a lot happens, but in the end, it feels like little has been resolved!
Back to waiting for the next!
November 18, 2021
Can't wait for next book! I know authors work very hard to put out their books, but I only feel marginally bad when you read it in less than a week and must have the next one! So when is that again???
January 18, 2022
SWORDS AND HORSES AND SMARTASSED DRAGONS OH MY!
...not to mention sci-fi and cultural references to blow the mind of anyone who has paid attention during the consumption of literature and film over most of the last 60 years.
Refreshing and original and appreciated!
...not to mention sci-fi and cultural references to blow the mind of anyone who has paid attention during the consumption of literature and film over most of the last 60 years.
Refreshing and original and appreciated!
December 28, 2020
Another great adventure
So excited for the next book. One of my favorite fantasy characters! Eric is a dad! A good Dad! Get it!
So excited for the next book. One of my favorite fantasy characters! Eric is a dad! A good Dad! Get it!
January 22, 2021
Wow incroyable comment j'adore cette serie.
February 25, 2021
Perfect addiction!
An absolutely wonderful addiction to the Nightlord series! I can't wait for the next book to see where these new adventures take us!!
An absolutely wonderful addiction to the Nightlord series! I can't wait for the next book to see where these new adventures take us!!
March 13, 2021
Awesome book. Intriguing is the shift i notice in his Personality.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 23, 2021
3.5 to 3.75 stars, not as good as some of the other books in this series but I still liked it. This is a great series in all and I would recommend it to anyone that likes these types of books.
June 1, 2021
Love these books, if your on book 7...so do you
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