Another few books found their way in the post over the weekend, and I'm pretty excited about them. My thanks go to Tor Books and Hodder for sending these on - this is going to be one hell of a good Summer! I'll link to the blurb for each book and post my thoughts here. I'm going to go through my TBR shelf pretty soon and prioritize my reads based on publication date, not on when I get them.
Stormdancer by Jay KristoffBook one of The Lotus War
Released September 2012
Published by Tor Books
Read the blurb for Stormdancer on Gooodreads
This one kind of had me on the cover art alone. Once I read the words 'Japanese steampunk' I knew it was my kind of book. The use of griffins reminded me a lot of Lord of the Changing Winds, but the Oriental element (plus tasty steampunk) makes it something special.
Tomorrow the Killing by Daniel PolanskyBook two of Low Town
Released October 2012
Published by Hodder
Read the blurb for Tomorrow the Killing on Amazon UK
I won't lie to you, I'm very excited about this one. After reading Polansky's debut novel, The Straight Razor Cure, I became an instant fan. His world his grim and his writing is superb. I can't wait to start reading this. Looking up the info for this book, I found that part of my review of the first novel is quoted in the Amazon description for Tomorrow the Killing. Awesome!
The Dirty Streets of Heaven by Tad WilliamsBook one of Bobby Dollar
Released September 2012
Published by Hodder
Read the blurb for The Dirty Streets of Heaven on Goodreads
I've not read anything by Tad Williams before, but I'm getting more and more into contemporary/urban fantasy so I thought I'd give this one a go. Plus, with recommendations from both George R.R Martin and Patrick Rothfuss, how could I say no?
Anyone like the look of any of these? How do you think Japanese steampunk would work?
I've never heard of Japanese Steampunk - but it sounds amazing. I want to read Stormdancer too :)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds pretty bonkers, but I'm intrigued about it. Sounds like a good 'un :)
ReplyDelete'How do you think Japanese steampunk would work?'
ReplyDeleteWell?
... Good answer, Suze :) I hope it does :)
ReplyDeleteThe Japanese steampunk one sounds awesome! Love the cover too!
ReplyDeleteIt's a pretty awesome cover. A lot of people prefer the US cover, but I think this one blows it out of the water.
ReplyDeleteI see a reoccurring theme in all three covers as well!
ReplyDeleteoh wow, Stormdancer has me sold on the cover and the Japanese steampunk. WOW!! I want to read!!!
ReplyDeleteHa, you're right - I hadn't noticed that before. It must be the new UK trend - non-specific figure + vague landscape and hazy lighting.
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed it'll be a good one, but it sounds so unusual that it grabbed my attention :)
ReplyDeletethey all look so perdy, especially the STORMDANCER!
ReplyDeleteJapanese Steampunk? Sounds awesome.
ReplyDeleteI've tried Tad Willisams before, maybe I'll give it another.
ReplyDeleteI adore the cover for stormdancer. Let's hope the book lives up to the presentation :)
ReplyDeleteIt's unusual, especially considering that steampunk is primarily a British/American thing. I don't even know what Japan was doing in the 19th century!
ReplyDeleteWhat was your experience like?
ReplyDeleteI didn't care for the one I tried but my sister loves everything Tad writes so I've been meaning to read another of his.
ReplyDeleteNice book pile! I've read Tad Williams before, but I can't for the life of me remember what book(s). I think it was a series or trilogy?
ReplyDeleteCan't really help, sorry Shannon. I've not read any Tad Williams before. The only thing I know him from is the Otherland series.
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ReplyDeleteHave not read any of those books but I've read Tad Williams before and liked him very much.
ReplyDeleteIf I was picking for covers alone these would all be perfect. I'll check them out. thanks Jamie.
ReplyDelete.......dhole
That's a good enough recommendation for me, Marcy. Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteThey all look so good. Stormdancer especially catches my eye.
ReplyDeleteZOMG!! Nice work!! I have extreme Polansky envy!
ReplyDeleteI'll trade you a Polansky for a Pratchett, hehe.
ReplyDeleteI like Tad Williams. I've read most of his other stuff. You may like him. I'd be willing to check that one out.
ReplyDeleteAwesome, thanks Michael :) I think he's taken a slight change of direction with this series (from what I've heard) but it sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteOoh Japanese steampunk sounds fascinating. If I was a fighter, a katana would be my weapon of choice for sure. And Japanese culture is so interesting. I am intrigued.
ReplyDeleteHow about a chainsaw katana?
ReplyDeleteStormdancer looks AMAZING! Can't wait to see what you think!
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty excited about the concept, though it makes me wonder how ninjas would operate with all the noise of steam technology!
ReplyDeleteJapanese steampunk, huh? I certainly do like the sound of THAT...
ReplyDeletehaha. I can see the draw. But not quite my style.
ReplyDeleteGreat! would be nice to see The Crimson Crown amongst this list however! :)
ReplyDeleteIkept clicking the start button by accident sorry! :(