Blacktongue Thief by the same author is also good, although definitely more fantasy. If you want great horror/fantasy/sci-fi recommendations, Shades Of Orange channel on UA-cam is the place, she reads everything!
Vorrh by Brian Catling. Trilogy but Book 1 could work as a standalone. The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins. And to some extent Vita Nostra by Sergei and Marina Dyachenko. NB I did not personally like Vorrh or Vita Nostra.
Chaosmage by yours truly. However, it is the third in a trilogy. It's a....sort of post apocalyptic horror thriller, in an abandoned city, on the edge of nowhere, where's there a mystery that needs investigating and there are things that go bump in the night...and the day.
Amazon is basically giving this series away right now...99 cents per book if you get the Kindle editions. I snagged the trilogy. Very excited to give it a go.
Really happy to hear that you had a good time with this one. It's interesting to hear your thoughts, because for me it was the characters that pulled me through, haha. I can totally see why their dynamic might not work that well for everyone, but it was exactly the type of light-hearted banter that I needed at the time. The worldbuilding is indeed outstanding though. I think you will really enjoy the direction this series takes over the next two books, because they have more depth and nuance imo! Great review as always!!
Fantastic review, Jimmy. I read this early this year and thought I would love it. Even listening to you talk about the elements, I’m once again convinced that this is something I should love. Sadly, the characters didn’t click with me and I found some of the plotting to be a smidge too convenient. I haven’t picked up book 2, but maybe I’ll grab it when you decide to pick it up!
Man this review is so we'll thought out, so clearly exposed! That's why you're my favorite booktuber. You touch and discuss points that most reviewers don't even bother to mention (if they even see those). And you're able to give us a clear picture of the book without spoiling it. A applaude your craftsmanship. And you're going better and better. Yes I have this book on my wishlist but after this review I'll make sure to buy it sooner 💞
Great review and so far this is a awesome book great world building awesome characters in the pacing is not slow at all I love the different mashups horror sci-fi fantasy everything you want here I started it yesterday and I'm about 60% done I usually don't read this fast but this one's been excellent
This book didn't click for me, but good news for kindle users in the US, they are available for very cheap now, so definitely worth to give it a try now at least.
Great review! i was eyeing this one the other day on Kobo, and another one that caught my eye was Shadow of the Gods by John Gywnn, have you reviewed that one? i love some of the international books, i need something fresh after i finish Fire & Blood GoT.
Thanks for the review, sir Jimmy. It's always fun to see what others think of a book I read. 🥰 I loved this trilogy. Especially because of the world building and the horror elements. And I was very attached to Noon by the end of the trilogy. 😊 But I agree with you that the characters are not completely fleshed out enough. I think this was only her second trilogy, so she can still grow. 😊 I will definitely pick up her next work.
I feel the same way about the first book as you did. I really liked the world building but the characters weren't a favorite. I really liked the first book though, and then I read the second book, and didn't like it at all. I felt the characters were only there to move the plot, and weren't actually characters with motivations that made sense. The world building that I loved in the first book, wasn't in the second book. I'm trying to decide whether to read the third just to finish the trilogy or not.
Liked the book and the ideas. Didn't love the characters I dont think I'll remember any of them after I'm done. But yes I enjoy reading it. Is it being nitpicky that it really bothers me that there's not a map? I'm almost done with book too. Feels like a very easy read for me.
I liked books 1 and 2 just fine, like you, but book 3 was really special. I loved it. Also, in book 2 some of my favorite characters in the trilogy get introduced, plus some other characters get expanded. Overall I thought it was a good series, with an OK beginning and a great conclusion.
Bobby B is back behind bellowing at me, and I feel uncomfortable. I've heard such mixed things about this series haha, I will definitely be checking it out because it sounds so weird, which I respect regardless.
Just finished this book and it was great! I’m just confused by the cover…seems like the cover for the second book should be the cover of the first. It’s very confusing what is even on the cover of the first book. Can anybody explain??
@@thefantasynuttwork I started the second book, and it’s a war beast from the second book. Sure seems like somebody screwed up the covers for 1 and 2 😂
Thanks for the amazing review, Jimmy! I’m also into slower paced, more stylized, more character-driven fantasy, so I think I’ll pass on this one for now.
I have all three books in paperback. I live in Ohio. I got them on Amazon, I think last year. It’s been a while since I read them. But they were awesome.
I love this series but I see how it could hit some the same way it did you. Personally, I practically climbed over dead bodies to get a set of the hard bound edition from The Broken Binding. ;-)
@@thefantasynuttwork I thought you was gonna go off on Terry Goodkind book series and anything he touches. Considering the book community hates him for his ideaological driven fantasy. Lol.
@@thefantasynuttwork The bickering between characters it can be really awesome, but if you don't do it right, starts to get on your nerves. I think that's what stood out for me the most of the review.
Coming soon to The Fantasy Nuttwork, silent reviews, where Jimmy embarks on covering a book with facial expressions alone. "5 stars" signs the deaf fantasy readers association. "Jimmy has stolen my entire schtick! Zero stars!" - The Library of Allenxandria
@@thefantasynuttwork this bit didn’t work. I assumed you were going to give it mostly praise 🤦♂️ I shall have to come up with something better for next time
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Do you know of any other horror/fantasy mash ups?
I'm currently reading "Between two Fires" and it is VERY VERY Horror/fantasy!!!
@@thenewfiepirate8027 it's on the list!
Blacktongue Thief by the same author is also good, although definitely more fantasy. If you want great horror/fantasy/sci-fi recommendations, Shades Of Orange channel on UA-cam is the place, she reads everything!
Vorrh by Brian Catling. Trilogy but Book 1 could work as a standalone.
The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins. And to some extent Vita Nostra by Sergei and Marina Dyachenko.
NB I did not personally like Vorrh or Vita Nostra.
Chaosmage by yours truly. However, it is the third in a trilogy. It's a....sort of post apocalyptic horror thriller, in an abandoned city, on the edge of nowhere, where's there a mystery that needs investigating and there are things that go bump in the night...and the day.
Amazon is basically giving this series away right now...99 cents per book if you get the Kindle editions. I snagged the trilogy. Very excited to give it a go.
It’s 4,57 for the first book for me
Oh nice!
Really happy to hear that you had a good time with this one.
It's interesting to hear your thoughts, because for me it was the characters that pulled me through, haha. I can totally see why their dynamic might not work that well for everyone, but it was exactly the type of light-hearted banter that I needed at the time.
The worldbuilding is indeed outstanding though. I think you will really enjoy the direction this series takes over the next two books, because they have more depth and nuance imo!
Great review as always!!
Thank you so much!
Fantastic review, Jimmy. I read this early this year and thought I would love it. Even listening to you talk about the elements, I’m once again convinced that this is something I should love. Sadly, the characters didn’t click with me and I found some of the plotting to be a smidge too convenient. I haven’t picked up book 2, but maybe I’ll grab it when you decide to pick it up!
Yeah sounds like we had a similar experience. I really loved the world but the characters never got me hooked, and everything felt a bit stiff
I just started this this morning! I'm already 80 pages in and I'm really enjoying it.
That's so great!!
Man this review is so we'll thought out, so clearly exposed! That's why you're my favorite booktuber. You touch and discuss points that most reviewers don't even bother to mention (if they even see those). And you're able to give us a clear picture of the book without spoiling it. A applaude your craftsmanship. And you're going better and better.
Yes I have this book on my wishlist but after this review I'll make sure to buy it sooner 💞
Thank you so much. I'm always trying to improve and work hard on making sure I represent the book accurately
Great review and so far this is a awesome book great world building awesome characters in the pacing is not slow at all I love the different mashups horror sci-fi fantasy everything you want here I started it yesterday and I'm about 60% done I usually don't read this fast but this one's been excellent
I’m so glad you’re loving it!
This book didn't click for me, but good news for kindle users in the US, they are available for very cheap now, so definitely worth to give it a try now at least.
Yeah it's not bad but not exactly something I loved
Thanks for the review
Thanks for watching 😁
great review and good to have certain expectations heading into it
You could definitely like this one
Awesome review, Jimmy. Miss reading fantasy books like this.
Great review - it’s made me think it’s probably not for me, which is fine. Reviews are helpful for deciding what not to read as well as what to read!
That's very true!
This trilogy wicked cheap on kindle right now. I prefer physical books but for .99 each I’ll take it. Thanks for the Non spoiler review!!👍📚
Good to know!
I just got all 3 books on my kindle for 99 cents each! About 15 percent into nonth rain and I really enjoy it so far. Check put sons of darkness, too!
Awesome!
Good review!👍👍
Thank you!
I recently got a copy of the first book and can't wait to finally get to it!
Will be curious to see what you think!
Great review! i was eyeing this one the other day on Kobo, and another one that caught my eye was Shadow of the Gods by John Gywnn, have you reviewed that one? i love some of the international books, i need something fresh after i finish Fire & Blood GoT.
Yep I have!!
Awesome ! I’ll look for it and check it out
Really interesting review! I really like the sound of the premise. I'll definitely be giving this a go at some point :)
Will
You would enjoy it I think mate!
Thanks for the review, sir Jimmy. It's always fun to see what others think of a book I read. 🥰
I loved this trilogy. Especially because of the world building and the horror elements. And I was very attached to Noon by the end of the trilogy. 😊 But I agree with you that the characters are not completely fleshed out enough. I think this was only her second trilogy, so she can still grow. 😊 I will definitely pick up her next work.
She's definitely a talented author!
Omg i been meaning to read this for a while its one of Elliot brooks faves🥰
Yeah I think I liked it a bit less than her but I think it's decent!
@@thefantasynuttwork will i like it jimmy ?🥺
@@mrsduncanthetall maaaaaybe
@@thefantasynuttwork idk Jimmy you ruined me after 1st law , now my bookometer is pretty high.
On the scale of 1 to first law
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I feel the same way about the first book as you did. I really liked the world building but the characters weren't a favorite. I really liked the first book though, and then I read the second book, and didn't like it at all. I felt the characters were only there to move the plot, and weren't actually characters with motivations that made sense. The world building that I loved in the first book, wasn't in the second book. I'm trying to decide whether to read the third just to finish the trilogy or not.
Yeah not sure when I'll get to the rest at this point
Liked the book and the ideas. Didn't love the characters I dont think I'll remember any of them after I'm done. But yes I enjoy reading it. Is it being nitpicky that it really bothers me that there's not a map? I'm almost done with book too. Feels like a very easy read for me.
I thought this book deserved a map and glossary for how much world building there was
I liked books 1 and 2 just fine, like you, but book 3 was really special. I loved it. Also, in book 2 some of my favorite characters in the trilogy get introduced, plus some other characters get expanded. Overall I thought it was a good series, with an OK beginning and a great conclusion.
A great ending could tempt me to continue!
def putting this trilogy on the tbr I got a good feeling about it
It could be a hit
Bobby B is back behind bellowing at me, and I feel uncomfortable.
I've heard such mixed things about this series haha, I will definitely be checking it out because it sounds so weird, which I respect regardless.
It's well worth the try
I’ve had my eyes on these books for a while. I just bought all three on kindle with the sale! $0.99 for every one!
Nice!
This was such a balanced, honest, and helpful review! I also enjoyed your hipster pitch for this book! I feel so basic. 😂
Hahaha you're anything but basic my friend, you're awesome
@@thefantasynuttwork you’re the best! ☺️🤍
Just finished this book and it was great! I’m just confused by the cover…seems like the cover for the second book should be the cover of the first. It’s very confusing what is even on the cover of the first book. Can anybody explain??
I have no idea lol
@@thefantasynuttwork I started the second book, and it’s a war beast from the second book. Sure seems like somebody screwed up the covers for 1 and 2 😂
Thanks for the amazing review, Jimmy! I’m also into slower paced, more stylized, more character-driven fantasy, so I think I’ll pass on this one for now.
Appreciate you commenting and watching!
I have all three books in paperback. I live in Ohio. I got them on Amazon, I think last year. It’s been a while since I read them. But they were awesome.
I can see this being a fan favorite for sure! Happy reading Thomas
I have only 1 question
What would suck more, living through the Fifth Season, or the Ninth Rain?
Or Wummer.
Easily Fifth Season
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@@joshramirez7 🤣🤣🤣
I love this series but I see how it could hit some the same way it did you. Personally, I practically climbed over dead bodies to get a set of the hard bound edition from The Broken Binding. ;-)
Yeah I definitely knew this would be one people would love!
I challenge you to a duel sir 😂 hope you do end up picking it up and enjoying the rest of the series 👍
Appreciate you bro hahaha
I saw this at a B&N a week ago and passed on it. Sounds like I made a good call.
Glad I could help!
I really hated all of the bickering in Wheel of Time, the relationships felt straight up nasty a lot of the time imo
Same here
Can you link me i have never seen you review or speak about a book you hated/disliked. Curious.
Raven tower by Ann Leckie, one of my first reviews. I hate that book lol
Closest you'll ever see me rant. I thought ninth rain was okay
@@thefantasynuttwork I thought you was gonna go off on Terry Goodkind book series and anything he touches. Considering the book community hates him for his ideaological driven fantasy. Lol.
@@finalfrontier001 maybe one day 🤣
No audio on this
We're too early......probably
Should be good now
There are other BookTubers that absolutely loves this book. However it doesn't sound that great to me. Sounds fairly mid tier. Great review tho!
Thanks! I definitely can see how people would love it but for me it was just okay
@@thefantasynuttwork The bickering between characters it can be really awesome, but if you don't do it right, starts to get on your nerves. I think that's what stood out for me the most of the review.
@@bottle1211 yeah I'm not a huge fan of in fighting
This was okay when I read it but I really don't even remember the story at this point😅 def not a fav lol
Yeah for me as well
Coming soon to The Fantasy Nuttwork, silent reviews, where Jimmy embarks on covering a book with facial expressions alone.
"5 stars" signs the deaf fantasy readers association.
"Jimmy has stolen my entire schtick! Zero stars!" - The Library of Allenxandria
Is the Audio not working for you? It would appear UA-cam is having issues
@@thefantasynuttwork No it works fine, I'm just being a smart-ass 😁
Look in this man’s eyes! you can tell he finds it trite and banal compared to the Second Apocalypse
Nothing compares to Bakker tbh lol
@@thefantasynuttwork this bit didn’t work. I assumed you were going to give it mostly praise 🤦♂️ I shall have to come up with something better for next time
The Trilogy just wasn’t for me
Yeah I don't think it does anything egregiously bad but not enough great to make me want to complete it atm
@@thefantasynuttwork mostly my thoughts as well!