Fantasy Buddy Reads discussion

April 5th.

Keen to try to make this one, I've been curious about this book for ages :-)

I'm in, seeing as I requested it.

in!

I hope I actually make it for this BR..

I've never done this before, looking at the date, should I start the book on April 5 or have it finished by April 5? This was next on my list to read, but I can hold off to join the group.

In.

Travis wrote: "I've never done this before, looking at the date, should I start the book on April 5 or have it finished by April 5? This was next on my list to read, but I can hold off to join the group."

April 5th is the start date. :) but people are sometimes a little early or a little late too :)

In :)

Hi, first time joining a group, let's do this!

Hope you all enjoy! I LOVE this series! :D

I hope to read these some day!!

I'm in! But a bit later (next week I think)

Starting a bit early!

My heart leapt reading Logen's name in the first page :)

The name Logen reminds me of Logan (Wolverine), and it's mentioned that Logen is good at healing.

Page 50

I forgot how funny this book at times. Frost = Igor in Discworld.

I too started.... And its Goood :)
I just couldn't wait. And once started I am not able to stop :)

Yeah. I am in page 180 right now. The Logen part I skimmed a bit since some of the earlier parts were just travelogue. Enjoying all Jezal and Glokta. Cheeky dudes.

Glokta is just amazing. Those little conversations he has in his head is what I love most in this book.
I like Logen but Jezal a bit less... though his part of the story is more intersting that Logen.

I will start on Saturday.

Pallavi Sharma wrote: "Glokta is just amazing. Those little conversations he has in his head is what I love most in this book.
I like Logen but Jezal a bit less... though his part of the story is more intersting that Lo..."

Jezal was a douche but it's soooo fun reading about his thoughts. He and Ardee were MFEO.

Page 196

Logen's apathy is kind of refreshing. We often get characters who were like, so determined to do or achieve stuff, and now we got here a deliberate ignorant one.

The shanka reveal reminds me of (view spoiler)[Game of Thrones, where the Children of the Forest created the White Walkers - creatures made for war that eventually threaten everyone (hide spoiler)]

I am not a fan of this 'Mooks' trope. There seems to be always hordes of those brute savage creatures in most epic fantasies it's getting boring. Maybe I have arrived at a time when I want my villains and expendable evil minions to be more sophisticated.

Started today - listening to this one on Audible (while making over a client's filing system) - really enjoying it so far, the British narrator is great!

Silvana wrote: "Pallavi Sharma wrote: "Glokta is just amazing. Those little conversations he has in his head is what I love most in this book.
I like Logen but Jezal a bit less... though his part of the story is ..."

yes... He and Ardee are cool together...

80% in to the book.
I am having a feel that a major cliffhanger is on the way :(
Bayaz is also a strong character. I like his relationship with Logen.
(view spoiler)[I just loved the scene when the chair collapsed under Arch Lector Sult!! Quite hilarious :) (hide spoiler)]

I think I am halfway. Just read Ferro's POV. I really did not like her in my first read. Let's see if the opinion stays.

I'm about half way through Part I.

So far Glokta is my favourite character - agree with Pallavi's comments above about Glokta's internal thoughts being a highlight :-)

I'm really impressed with Abercrombie's ability to create such a sympathetic character in one who's life situation seems so depressing.

I'm also very much enjoying the wry humour that is woven into the narrative.

So very British, maybe? I considered this book a funny grimdark, but no adolescent humor or fart jokes.

Page 379
I love exploring the city and culture with Logen. He's so guileless sometimes. His observations were great, including for the duels.

Finished.

Still loved it.

When I read about (don't open if you have not read the trilogy) (view spoiler)[Ardee and Glokta I just smiled, knowing about their getting together at the end. I felt more sympathy towards Ardee in this book. West was an arse, hitting his sister like that. (view spoiler)[

Can't wait for Before They Are Hanged. (hide spoiler)] (hide spoiler)]

Finished it last night :)
Loved it.
I am still in love with Glokta. Wondering what next!!
Well narrated and well built plot with very unique and interesting characters. 500+ pages just breezed through.
Just too good :)

How do you think about Ferro? I found her almost insufferable tbh.

Shae wrote: "I'm about half way through Part I.

So far Glokta is my favourite character - agree with Pallavi's comments above about Glokta's internal thoughts being a highlight :-)

I'm really impressed with A..."

I know... he's constantly at pain and still he takes it very lightly and goes on with his life. Just amazing even to create such a character.

I like Ferro , it spices up the story. An angry fighting woman in the team :) She rages too much and it seems a bit funny when someone tries to put some sense into her and slowly it dawns on her (but only sometimes, if she is in a mood of a bit of patience!)

I’m starting today.

And I"m going to be way late :) Good thing its a reread.

I don't like Ferro either, and the Navigator is super! Annoying! Hopefully they become likable in the next books.

Agree. I don't remember his role in the next books but hopefully it'll be more substantial.

Silvana wrote: "So very British, maybe? I considered this book a funny grimdark, but no adolescent humor or fart jokes."

Haha yes, the British narrator (Steven Pacey) is doing a great job at conveying the grimdark sense of humour - his tone and timing are spot on for Glokta's character I think. He has mastered the art of dry understatement in the face of grim situations. Quite amusing to listen to :-)

Glokta is a magnificent character. First of his chapters and I really like him.

We got another Glokta fan!

@Shae: that sounds great! Literally 😆 Oh I wish I have the audio book.

Silvana wrote: "We got another Glokta fan!

@Shae: that sounds great! Literally 😆 Oh I wish I have the audio book."

Yes indeed! I'm really grateful that the kids were happy for me to use up our current Audible credit - wonder if they will be gracious enough to let me use the next one?

Glad to hear that this re-read worked out well for you - it's good to know that this book has passed the test of time :-)

Shae wrote: "

Yes indeed! I'm really grateful that the kids were happy for me to use up our cu..."

I am happy too. And you're so lucky, someday I want to have kids who share Audible credits with me ;p

Just finished Ch. 3... I love Glokta's internal monologue, because I can totally relate to all the pain and desire to just give up, but never actually doing so... Brilliantly written!!!

I finished it and I loved it once again! I tend to forget how awesome the writing is... So glad we are reading it again!

Choko wrote: "I finished it and I loved it once again! I tend to forget how awesome the writing is... So glad we are reading it again!"

You'll be joining the reread till the end, then?

I haven't started yet :( will it be too late to start next week?

Jess wrote: "I haven't started yet :( will it be too late to start next week?"

No .... You are welcome to start anytime you like... I think the thread will be active till there is an active discussion going on :)

Yep, I am here 🙂

I’m still here. Got too many books going aaaaah!! I loved the introduction of everyone. Onwards.