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Black Sun (Between Earth and Sky, #1)
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I feel vindicated. Rebecca Roanhorse writes a fine, fine epic fantasy.
I knew she could do good UF, but we all know that epic fantasy requires a huge amount of worldbuilding to do it right. And this is evident in Black Sun. :)
One strong point: the opening worked REALLY, REALLY well for me. I haven't read such a strong start of a book in a long time. Visceral, scary, making me ask tons of questions and freaking OUT. Very good stuff.
As for the epic stuff? Gorgeous backdrop, lots of fascinating PoVs, and enough sea action to make any captain proud.
For those of you who aren't already familiar with Roanhorse, just trust me. This is an excellent example of the genre. For those of us who ARE familiar with Roanhorse, this one kicks serious butt.
Important note: There's lots of inclusiveness in this novel. The disabled, this time. I thought it was done very well. It sure as hell made him VERY interesting.
And that end?
Well... No spoilers. :) I'll definitely be looking forward to the full trilogy.
I knew she could do good UF, but we all know that epic fantasy requires a huge amount of worldbuilding to do it right. And this is evident in Black Sun. :)
One strong point: the opening worked REALLY, REALLY well for me. I haven't read such a strong start of a book in a long time. Visceral, scary, making me ask tons of questions and freaking OUT. Very good stuff.
As for the epic stuff? Gorgeous backdrop, lots of fascinating PoVs, and enough sea action to make any captain proud.
For those of you who aren't already familiar with Roanhorse, just trust me. This is an excellent example of the genre. For those of us who ARE familiar with Roanhorse, this one kicks serious butt.
Important note: There's lots of inclusiveness in this novel. The disabled, this time. I thought it was done very well. It sure as hell made him VERY interesting.
And that end?
Well... No spoilers. :) I'll definitely be looking forward to the full trilogy.
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July 29, 2020
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July 29, 2020
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August 3, 2020
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August 4, 2020
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August 4, 2020
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sci-fi
August 4, 2020
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fantasy
August 4, 2020
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worldbuilding-sf
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Black Sun is one of my most anticipated releases for this year. Can't wait to read it!
Nope, not grimdark. But it is epic fantasy with lush worldbuilding, fantasy elements, and the sprawling character sets. :) We can have the epic without the epic bloodshed. lol
Bradley wrote: "Nope, not grimdark. But it is epic fantasy with lush worldbuilding, fantasy elements, and the sprawling character sets. :) We can have the epic without the epic bloodshed. lol"
Good to know. I'm recently not into grimdark stuff these days.
The blurb didn’t really sell me but your review has!
I tend to go by other's reviews, too. :)
I guess this is another book you've convinced me to read :-P
I now generally check your reviews before deciding on my next read. Your review was spot on ! 220 pages in and really enjoying it !
I just saw that Roanhorse is a major story editor and writer for the new Hulu series Murder at the End of the World. It reminded me to read the second book in her Black Sun trilogy that I preordered after reading marvelous book.
