I generally only read fiction, mostly fantasy and sci-fi (or, ideally, a mix of the two). I also really enjoy horror in other media, but for some reason, horror books just never struck a chord for me.
Some people probably would call me pretentious, given that I tend to most enjoy media that requires at some intellectual work by the audience, or that just really stick with you in a meaningful way. But I haven't, unfortunately, read many books in that vein yet.
Some of my favorites: - Borne - Broken Earth Trilogy - Remembrance of Earth's Past Trilogy - Gardens of the Moon (haven't finished more books in the Malazan series at point of writing)
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The thrilling third volume in Steven Erikson's epic fantasy sequence, The Malazan Book of the Fallen.The ravaged continent of Genabackis …
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I initially found the extremely dark atmosphere of the Deadhouse Gates a bit offputting, especially given that Gardens of the Moon had very different tone. However, it really grew on me and I realized that there is much more to this book.
I find it amazing how Erikson manages to encompass so much of the human experience in this book. Yes, it is mostly about various flavors of suffering, but there is also so much wisdom, wit, and hope to be found here. I especially love how he doesn't shy away from portraying some really painful situations and how they may impact certain people (see Felisin or Duiker).
This is certainly a difficult read at times, but definitely worth it. Not your typical escapist fantasy.
I initially found the extremely dark atmosphere of the Deadhouse Gates a bit offputting, especially given that Gardens of the Moon had very different tone. However, it really grew on me and I realized that there is much more to this book.
I find it amazing how Erikson manages to encompass so much of the human experience in this book. Yes, it is mostly about various flavors of suffering, but there is also so much wisdom, wit, and hope to be found here. I especially love how he doesn't shy away from portraying some really painful situations and how they may impact certain people (see Felisin or Duiker).
This is certainly a difficult read at times, but definitely worth it. Not your typical escapist fantasy.
The thrilling third volume in Steven Erikson's epic fantasy sequence, The Malazan Book of the Fallen.The ravaged continent of Genabackis …
The second book in Steven Erikson's thrilling epic fantasy series chronicling the ill-fated Malazan Empire.Weakened by events in Darujhistan, the …
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