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Blood of Assassins by RJ Barker (the second book in completed Wounded Kingdom trilogy). I thought the first book was a good solid debut for the author and the second book is a improvement. Really enjoying it so far! It focuses more on relationships than action (which seems to be the norm with most assassin books). Kind of like Robin Hobb, but a more workmanlike (but still good) prose and faster paced.

If you are into ebooks each of the Stormlight books is on sale for $2.99. Don't know for how long! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071V3D55R/ref=series_rw_dp_sw

Funny story about her is that my neighbor, and member of my church, is Kate Beckinsal's spouse's brother. That was back when I lived in Dallas, Tx though and havn't seen him in about 10 years.

Is your hair naturally red? Favorite book that had to be translated to English? Favorite Actor or Actress? What would you consider to be the most interesting think about yourself?

Anyone who knows me is aware that I am really keen on salsa. Tonight me and my wife tried something a little different; a pineapple salsa. I think it turned out really well. I made some changes to the original recipe, but I think they were for the better. I halved the peppers it called for and made a milder substitution, but I think it still had a nice kick. Anyways I will share the changes I made and post a link to the original. Ingredients Fruit from one pineapple chopped 6 tomatillos 2 Serrano peppers 2 jalapeno peppers 6 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro Juice from 2 limes 2 teaspoon olive oil 1TBS of Salt Instructions Preheat oven to broil. Slice tomatillos in half and set them onto a lightly oiled baking sheet. Remove stems from serranos and jalapenos and slice in half lengthwise. Set them onto the baking sheet. Broil not too close to the heat source for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Heat a sauté pan to medium heat. Add olive oil and pineapple. Sauté for about 12 minutes or until pineapple is brown. I personally just gave up after 15 minutes Transfer to a food processor or Ninja Blender Peal skins from tomatillos and add to a food processor. The skins should be loosened after the broil. If not broil for longer. Just squeeze out the juice from the skin. Add Serranos, lime juice, cilantro and salt to blend. Process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and cover. Refrigerate or freeze until cool. https://www.chilipeppermadness.com/chili-pepper-recipes/salsas/roasted-pineapple-habanero-salsa/

@whattheHoid I have more confidence of The Wind if Winter and a Dream of Spring being published rather than the next Rothfuss book (Doors of Stone). I believe its already been seven years and still no word. I was kind of joking about my post though. For me its a small annoyance that there is such a long delay and we might not get a ending...judging from some fan's reaction the delay is soul shattering for some. I guess for me there is so many great series I am following and have to reread bc there completed that the damage is reduced. But in all seriousness if these delays annoy you stay clear of this series at all cost!

Terminate. With extreme prejudice. Also, if you want to go with a slightly less Apocalypse Now approach, you could recommend he reads The Name of the Wind. He will fall in love with the series and then realize, to his horror, that the third book will never be released!

I think the scene shows the beginning of Kaladin's respect for the Kholin family after he became so cynical of highborns (based on previous experiences). I think this scene, along with others that will come up later, on give realistic motivations for Kaladins paradigm shift.

I've got one: Man goes to doctor. Says he's depressed. Says life seems harsh and cruel. Says he feels all alone in a threatening world where what lies ahead is vague and uncertain. Doctor says, "Treatment is simple. Great clown Pagliacci is in town tonight. Go and see him. That should pick you up." Man bursts into tears. Says, "But doctor...I am Pagliacci.”

It seems that most secondary characters, that I like, seems to have their fan clubs with one exception: Joab (from the old testament). This guy is awesome and I never hear him mentioned! Although I guess that's not surprising bc he's not particularly a good role model and gets overshadowed by David. There are so many great stories about him and found his entire life fascinating.

So Steven Erikson just released his new science fiction novel Rejoice: A knife to the heart. To be honest I am kind of unsure about it and will be going the library route (anything Malazan except for the B and K novellas is a preorder for me). Opinions have all over the place. It looks like it is more overtly political than his usual works...I will post what is currently the most helpful review on Amazon : I'm a huge fan of Erickson's fiction work. I pre-ordered this. I would like my money back.I'm not sure I've read ALL his work, but, this is the first overtly political work of his I've read. Its bad to the point of being parody. Not just because of the wackadoo political views being ham-handedly hammered on throughout (though some of those are down right offensive - doctors keep disease cures secret for money? the "cooperation" (totalitarianism) in more "advanced" societies like Russia and China make them a more advanced form of consciousness? Individual freedom is both an illusion and morally wrong?) but more because the book is just terribly written. Unlike many of his other books, the characters here are shallow caricatures - the screaming and moronic American president, the vile, scheming, evil "corporate leaders", the noble, beautiful, and brilliant underdog (choose your "minority" class). The word for this sort of shallow, silly, "I think I'm really deep but my insights are laughable when they aren't offensive" type of writing and thinking is "sophmoric". The whole thing reads like it was written by an Occupy Wall Street protester - right down to its fundamental misunderstanding of how markets and governments work. If I didn't know this was written by one of the most famous names in SciFi, I would assume it was written by a 19 year old in a Che Guevara T-shirt. There are actually whole sections devoted to a character's musings on how powerless "The Man" is without violence. Seriously.I am struggling to finish this (I'm about 3/4 of the way through). But, unless the final chapter reveals the whole thing was a work of parody - this is a pile of hot garbage. Buy it for your 17 year old nephew - he can smoke a bunch of weed and talk about how deep it is. Not recommended for any functioning adult. Here is a positive review from Wert: http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2018/09/rejoice-knife-to-heart-by-steven-erikson.html?m=1 I am looking forward to my library getting a copy so I can form my own opinion! I know that @AngelEy3 has bought a copy a look forward to his (and any other frequent contributers to this thread) opinion on the latest book from Steven Erikson

@Sorana Another to know about this book is that in the beginning the focus is on two male boys, but later on he introduces some great female characters who play a big part. The only reason I mention it is because I am under the impression you are female and didn't want you to get frustrated with the beginning and think the entire book would be like that.

@The Invested Beard Someone on another forum, Westeros, said that Editors helped a lot with the first book and wrote large sections of Wise Man's fear. Supposedly Rothfuss has been writing way above his weight class, to use an analogy, and the Editor are basically meeting with Rothfuss to see what he wants to do with the series and will be writing almost entirely the third book for him. Supposedly this came from a person that is familiar with the situation and knows what they are talking with. This is the internet so take it with a healthy helping of salt.

Start reading book 1 and keep reading until it stops being fun for you; maybe you will finish it, maybe not. A lot of great stuff in there, along with a lot of boring, unnecessary, and annoying stuff as well. Currently approaching the end of Winter's Heart and I think I will be able to finish the series, but will probably never read them again.

@Wax so I am between 1/3 and halfway through and the sword has been mentioned a few times and we just found out that a small group means to steal it back. So far, what we know of it, is that it doesn't appear to be magical (who knows that might change later as the reader gains more information) although it was created by a method of metal working that is lost. The sword is a symbol of divine right of kings for this conquered country. There is a lot of religions parts to it tied as well. There was a failed rebellion earlier and they saw without something to rally behind they just collapse and turn on one another. The sword is almost part of their identity as a nation

I think you get a more accurate translation with subbed, but sometimes dubbed is just so much easier to consume when you just want to unwind.

Reading The Ember Blade by Wooding. I absolutely love it so far! Reminds me a lot of Stormlight Archives. He's more of a U.K author so the physical copies are expensive for U.S. readers. I got the ebook which is the standard $9.99. I think all Sanderson fans would love it!

At least we have John Connor to save us when that happens...

If you decide to start with Discworld than this will help: http://thewertzone.blogspot.com/2010/06/where-to-start-terry-pratchett.html?m=1

@Dunkum I just finished this series! With Tad Willams' books its more about the journey than getting to the destination. Some people hate the meandering pace, but I look at it as a focus on character development, world building, and great prose. Also Tad Williams writes some great series endings!

If anyone has been on the fence about starting Forge of Darkness I just noticed that the ebook is on sale for $2.99. Don't know for how long: https://www.amazon.com/Forge-Darkness-Kharkanas-Trilogy-Malazan-ebook/dp/B008BU74J6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539948952&sr=8-1&keywords=forge+of+darkness

1. How long would it be? Originally one book, then two, but eventually three (Brandon writing Memory of Light reference) 2. How many times would God become Incarnate? Until seventy times seven 3. What would the magic systems be? Each time one follows a part of the Law of Moses +1 Attack and Defense. Sin=-1 Attack and Defense 4. Would Ruin manipulate the prophecies? Prophecies are tricky thing...they would be fulfilled in a unexpected way. 5. Would Jesus be a woman who became transgender? Whatever he chooses it would involve a elaborate back story that is revealed in flashbacks

@hoiditthroughthegrapevine Perhaps Esslemont just isn't for you or perhaps *puts on white coat and stethoscope* you are suffering acutely from Malazan burnout. I recommend taking a break from Malazan for awhile and read something different. Perhaps something lighter or from a completely different genre. Also sometimes I will revisit a book that wasn't working for me at first and after time has passed and a couple of tries I end up really liking it. Another route to go is completely scrapping his original six books and diving into his prequel books. Dancers Lament has the simple prose you are looking for and writes in a way that best fits the authors talents. I know people are probably sick of me saying it on this page, but Dancers Lament and its sequel feels like it was written by the "third" malazan author. The prose is completely different.

The Poppy War by Kuang (although it takes a little while for her to become a anti-hero). Its set in a Chinese like atmosphere though and not the Middle ages. Also Best Served Cold and Red Country (both by Joe Abercrombie). The Darkwar trilogy by Glen Cook is great. The Daughter of the Empire trilogy by Feist and Wurts. None of the recommendations has your preference for a Middle Age like atmosphere, but meet your other requests.

I felt the same way about it. I know the author wants to do some spinoffs and I gave the first of these a try. I feel like the series has kind of run its course and I'm not really interested in other books set in that world. The trilogy was fun but its time to move on. I would love for the author to try a new series in a completely different fantasy world though.