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I think Bogart's performance should be enough to help you get through any parts that aren't up to your standards, Grammaticus. Maybe then I can look forward to seeing it on one of your Bro-Tube Top 10 Movie Challenges.

I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving too, Tim. I've been pleased by the uptick in strong neo-noir like Hell or High Water, and I think there is a lot of shared background for both noir and westerns.

I did, and I have you to thank for introducing it to me.

You're welcome, Tim.

Thank you, Grammaticus. That's a big part of the charm for me, too. The story is fine, but the atmosphere of the whole thing took it up a notch.

I totally understand, Grammaticus. It's a bit different than what I usually go for, but there is some value in reading authors and genres that are beyond the fields we know, so to speak.

@@PeculiarNotions 100% agree Seth. I do try and expand my horizons from time to time! And it can pay off. I took a stab at a Bukowski book awhile back. Which was a bust. But then I moved on to a British court based novel that's pretty decent so far. Looking forward to your upcoming review of The Fox Valley Murders!

@@GrammaticusBooks Me too. I'm excited to see how Jack Vance does with a mystery novel. I've tended to enjoys Bukowski's poetry more than his prose, but I'll probably give another of his books a try before too long.

Thank you, Tim. I think a semi-episodic series loosely based on this book would make for an interesting adaptation.

I know what you mean about trying to find Imaro stories. I always keep an eye out for them in the second hand book stores but only ever find them in collections like this.

Now that you mention it, the cover art does look like it would fit right into Wizards.

Thank you, Grammaticus. It was new to me, and I was surprised at how much I enjoyed it.

Thanks, Tim. I was thinking about X-Files for Occult Detective October, too.

Thanks, Jim. I thought they were pretty fun, and, to be honest, I liked them a bit better than Hellboy.

That's saying a lot since Hellboy's very good.

I have wondered about those final books for the series that Sanderson wrote, in part because he has different priorities and a different style from Jordan.

@@PeculiarNotions He got a bunch of characters wrong and I found his writing really dull. Every criticism I see of Jordan I understand, they just don't bother me (I have that started reading as a young teenager thing) Sanderson is like eating spaghetti without sauce. After finishing his TWoT I never wanted to touch anything of his again

@@liamschulzrules Entirely understandable.

I'm glad you enjoyed it, too. It took a bit of time, like I said in the review, but I found the novel to be a unique and excellent experience overall. Thank you stopping by and commenting.

I have not read that one, but I've heard it's an interesting science-fiction story. I hope you enjoy it.

@@PeculiarNotions That's good to hear. 🙂

Thanks, Grammaticus. The Broken Sword is the better novel, but I do think there is a lot to be said for Anderson's attempt to transmit an ancient story to contemporary audiences.

I don't think you're far off the mark, Tim. Thank you for stopping by.

The pacing is an interesting case. I don't think it drags at any point, but it can be jarring to have the whole story suddenly focus on a new character for stretches at a time. I know it's presented as a fantasy novel, but it might help to think of it more like a series of linked short stories and novellas that all eventually lead up to a single climax. Thank you for your thought-provoking question, Smiti.

@@PeculiarNotions That's super interesting! Both as a stylistic choice in general and how it impacts the reader. Thanks so much for sharing that!

Great cut from Calvin and Hobbes.

I'm interested to see what all the full rule set will entail.

I believe I know what you're saying. Intentionally using Conan brings in a number of character and thematic elements that are a part of Conan even if they are not necessarily essential to sword and sorcery fantasy as a genre.

Thank you for stopping by, Tim.

Thank you, Grammaticus. Your videos on the same subject inspired my own analysis.

@@PeculiarNotions A ton of great content is coming out this Cimmerian September!

@@GrammaticusBooks I agree.

I appreciate your critical and technical advice. I'll certainly keep all your points in mind for when I'm able to have great control regarding my recording environment.

@@PeculiarNotions You do you man, it was just food for thought. Best of luck 🤞

@@TuckerLeeC Thank you. I won't toss aside honest advice nor wishes for good luck.

I appreciate the thumbs up.

I know exactly where you're coming from. All those aspect of the story really slowed down the novel and added nothing interesting to the plot or the characters.

One of the worst pastiche stories ever... and that's saying a lot. 😄

It was certainly not a winner. My experience with it and watching Cimmerian September videos from you, Grammaticus, and Michael K. Vaughan are inspiring me to make me own video about what makes a good Conan pastiche story.

There are much better Conan stories, even if you're just looking for that pastiche stores.

Thank you, Grammaticus. The few good spots aren't strong enough to make the whole book feel worthwhile. Now I'm working on a video inspired by your 3 rules for Conan pastiche.

I believe you. Almost every anecdote I've heard concerning him for that last 25 years or so paint him as a delightful, sometimes still mischievous man.

@@PeculiarNotions Yes indeed!!

No problem. Thank you for watching.

No problem, Grammaticus. I always enjoy your movies lists.

I'm not familiar with that story, but The Broken Sword is also grim and depressing for a long stretch of time.

You were one of the first people on youtube I can recall talking at length about this book. You put the book on my radar for sure, and I thank you for that. Moorcock has been vocal about his support of the earlier edition.

@@PeculiarNotions I've been selling it in my job as a bookseller for 40 years, raving about it all that time. In my view, you haven't read S&S until you've read this book.

@@outlawbookselleroriginal I think it should have wider recognition both for it's own accomplishment and for the influence it has had in the genre.

Thank you, Tim. I'd recommend it if your can fit it into your reading schedule.

Thanks for sharing those recommendations. I agree that one of Anderson's strengths as a writer is his incredible flexibility across multiple genres and subgenres.

I remember you commenting about your preference for the earlier edition. It certainly has its appeal.

Thank you, Grammaticus. I'm only sorry that it has taken me so long to get around to this novel.

I am glad the book sits so high in your esteem. I can certainly understand why Red Moon and Black Mountain has a strong following among its readers.

I'm optimistic about my upcoming reads.

It's okay. Even with bad books, if I learned something I can still count it as a win. I just wish this one was bad in the right way.

@@PeculiarNotions I hear you!

I'd recommend one of the original half dozen of the series. They seem like they're at least fun.

That's what I kept telling myself as I read this book.

Indeed.

No problem and I hope you enjoy it. It's not a large book, so there should be room for it in the House of Flimsy.

Thank you for the subscription, David. I'd be curious if you recommend anything by Lansdale in particular as a follow up to Savage Season.

I know I've seen it too, and while it's pretty good, the book is even better.

Even in its early goings Poul Anderson's The Broken Sword is holding my interest.

@@PeculiarNotions That's a great book PN, looking forward to your review (I do recommend the original vs the later edited version)

@@GrammaticusBooks Too late, Grammaticus. I'm reading the 1971 edition because it's the one I have, and Anderson's forward suggests he preferred his later edit for having less linguistic artifice to it. I hope you're still looking forward to the review all the same.

I totally understand, Grammaticus. TTRPGs can be a time-intensive hobby.