slow to start but then a page turner
4 stars
It started a little slow, but about a third way through the story really took off and it became hard to put down.
English language
The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gentleman Bastard, #1)
by Scott Lynch
4 stars
(33 reviews)
The Lies of Locke Lamora is a 2006 fantasy novel by American writer Scott Lynch, the first book of the Gentleman Bastard series. Elite con artists calling themselves the "Gentleman Bastards" rob the rich of the city of Camorr, based on late medieval Venice but on an unnamed world. Two stories interweave: in the present, the Gentleman Bastards fight a mysterious Grey King taking over the criminal underworld; alternate chapters describe the history of Camorr and the Gentleman Bastards, in particular Locke Lamora.
Fred Johansen reviewed The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
I'd tell you what?
4 stars
I'd tell you 1, 2, 3 or 5 stars. I'd tell you I wasn't entertained. I'd tell you I wasn't captivated by the prose. ...But I'd be lying.
One of the best first novels I've had the pleasure to read
5 stars
I don't want to spoil anything here, so I'll just say that if you're a grown-up and are okay with grown-up imagery and language, there's really no reason you should pass on this book. It's got a story that will engage you emotionally, relatable characters, steady character growth, an expansive world that feels alive, and 2 sequels thus far. If I had a Mount Rushmore of first novels in the fantasy genre, this would probably have a spot.
Highly entertaining!
5 stars
These days, very few books keep me up until 2 at night. This one did it for me.
In a fantasy city inspired by Venice in the Renaissance, Locke Lamora is a thief. Not any common thief though, he's been brought up to be the BEST thief, along with his crew. He made me think of Arsène Lupin or Fantômas (minus the sadistic approach—which is taken by Lamora's enemies).
The action is fast-paced, the world is well made, but I regret that almost all major characters are men.
Tilduke reviewed The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
Fantastic!
5 stars
The kind of book that you just can't put down with a set of characters that you actually give a damn about. Best fantasy I have read in a long while.
SBWright reviewed The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
Review of 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Review to come.
SaraT reviewed Gli inganni di Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
Review of 'Gli inganni di Locke Lamora' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
4.5 stelle e mezzo. La mia opinione, seppur striminzita, è nei commenti.
Review of 'The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gentleman Bastard, #1)' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Not too bad for a magic heavy fantasy novel. Intricate world building and fascinating characters. Magic was a problem though. Longer review to come. Audiobook narration was top notch.
Strakul reviewed The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
Review of 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
This was an excellent book and a great counterpoint to the last book I read (a detective novel). The characters and plot are top-notch and the setting is quite interesting too. While this is part of a series, this book feels very complete. I'm not sure how the story will progress beyond the first book, but there is at least one element left open that I think may be addressed. I will certainly be reading the other books in this series.
My full review is on my blog: strakul.blogspot.com/2013/11/book-review-lies-of-locke-lamora-by.html
