Results of tag "books"
Black Powder War review
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Black Powder War is the 3rd in the Temeraire series, and continues Laurence's adventures in the Napoleonic Wars. Like the first two novels, it's a fun, easy read, just the right length. It's not without its issues, and is somewhat slower than the other books, and there's a real lack of action.
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The Word for World is Forest review
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Unashamedly anti-colonial and anti-war, The Word for World is Forest is a fine novella written as a clear reaction to Vietnam, and while it's not among Le Guin's best or most well-written works, it's certainly worth a read over a few afternoons.
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The Last Unicorn review
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Beautifully written, but just not for me. It's rare that I don't find something to like in books that are universally regarded as classics, but this one just didn't grip me.
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A Practical Guide to Conquering the World review
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I like A Practical Guide, more than How to Rule an Empire, but less than Sixteen Ways. It's got Parker's typical droll and ironic main character, with healthy doses of humor and sarcasm throughout. There are some battles, some twists and turns, and it's overall just a fun read.
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Jewel of the Endless Erg review
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A solid follow-up to the first book, featuring slightly improved writing and a good dose of action.
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Priest of Crowns review
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Priest of Crowns is the fourth and final game in the War for the Rose Throne series, and picks up right where the third books leaves off. It is, for the most part, just as excellent as the previous books, and it wraps the story up nicely while leaving the world open for further stories in the...
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