Swords & Dark Magic: The New Sword & Sorcery edited by Jonathan Strahan & Lou Anders
Swords & Dark Magic: The New Sword & Sorcery is a novel I’ve been eagerly anticipating ever since it was first announced in 2009. I was particularly excited about the anthology’s impressive list of contributors which includes several authors I enjoy reading like Glen Cook, Greg Keyes, Scott Lynch, Joe Abercrombie, Garth Nix, Tim Lebbon, Caitlin R. Kiernan, James Enge, and personal favorite, Steven Erikson. And with highly respected editors Jonathan Strahan and Lou Anders behind the wheel, I knew the book wouldn’t disappoint. From start to finish, Swords & Dark Magic is an entertaining anthology that will please anyone who is a fan of sword & sorcery… Read the rest.
I want this book really badly. :) I have been loving reading anthologies lately, and well…mixed with fantasy, you can’t go wrong. Not with the names in this book. Thanks for the review! I am waiting as patiently as possible for this book to be in the stores.
SWEET!!! Nice reveiw Rob. I’ve got this on pre-order for my Kindle. Supposed to be delivered 6/22. Judging from your review, it looks to be what I’d expect in a solid anthology. I’m looking forward to it even more now.
Melissa & Greg, I had a blast reviewing “Sword & Dark Magic”, but I have to admit that the review wasn’t as comprehensive as I would have liked. Normally when I review an anthology I like to review each story individually, but I wasn’t able to do that this time because of the baby. Anyway, I hope you both enjoy reading the book as much as I did!
I feel ya, Rob T. I gave-up trying reviewing anthologies per each story, a long time ago. The only thing is, if you’re not doing that anymore, I won’t be able to defer to your reviews from mine…
It’s getting to be hard-work for me to live the life of a slacker…:dunce:
I actually enjoy reviewing anthos story-by-story, but it’s a lot of work. I’m hoping that when the baby gets older I’ll be able to return to that format, but in the meantime my reviews will probably be less comprehensive and more on the short side :eyebrows:
Robert T. The review was great. I love hearing on this book. It just makes me want it even more. Hope the baby is doing well. :) Best of luck to you.
Well I’m glad you liked the review Melissa :-)) As far as the baby, she’s doing really well. Just had her four-month check-up and while her weight/height are about average, her motors skills are apparently advanced according to the doctor. Most importantly though, she’s healthy and happy :D