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The Ships of Merior: Janny Wurts amazes me


July 26th, 2009  Posted by Greg Hersom

Janny Wurts THe Wars of Light and Shadow, The Curse of the Mistwraith, Ships of Merior, Warhost of Vastmarkfantasy book review Janny Wurts Wars of Light and Shadow Curse of the Mistwraith 2. The Ships of MeriorThe Ships of Merior by Janny Wurts

… If there is anyone who can write more beautifully than Janny Wurts, I haven’t run across ‘em yet. Her characters are so genuine and her worlds are so life-like, it seems as if she isn’t making up these stories, but translating them onto paper as the characters relate them.  Read the rest.

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4 Responses to “The Ships of Merior: Janny Wurts amazes me”

  1. Kat

    This series is high on my list, but I need to wait until I have the time to sit down and give it the attention it needs and deserves (or wait until it comes out on audio — crossing my fingers).

  2. Greg

    Janny Wurts’ writing style is so unique. It does have a high drama kinda flare that fits so perfectly in the fantasy genre. But it does take a chapter or two to get in-sync with, and its definitely a story that has to be savored, not rushed, and free from interferences.

  3. Ruth Arnell

    I started reading Curse of the Mistwraith last night. I wasn’t too sure at first, but about half way through the first chapter, I had that moment where I knew I was along for a wild fantastic ride. I’m so excited.

  4. Kat

    HEY!!! Who gave you permission to read that?? If you all start reading that epic, It’ll be forever before I get any other reviews out of you!!

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