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City Of Miracles

by Bennett, Robert Jackson

Description

Another new entry by an author who's book won our best award a couple years ago, starring our favorite character, Sigrud je Harkvaldsson, stoic warrior, exiled prince, and merciless killer of men and monster.City of Miracles is the third and final book of the Divine Cities trilogy (starts with the outstanding City of Mirrors) City of Miracles is a sad farewell to what I consider one of the best fantasy trilogies written in the last decade. It's also a unique take on the classic 'epic fantasy' genre and a breath of fresh air in a perennially popular genre that's grown a bit stuffy and stale.Robert Jackson Bennet is one of the more most talented, imaginative, and gifted wordsmiths in the fantasy genre (I put him right up there with other greats like Guy Gavriel Kay and Tad Williams) who always focuses on telling a strongly plotted tale, driven by powerful, complex characterization. Divine Cities is the perfect blend of strong characterization, a layered plot, deep mysteries, and brutal action. Read this for an example of how to do epic fantasy refreshingly right.

About the Author

Bennett, Robert Jackson

Robert Jackson Bennett is an American author of speculative fiction, primarily known for his works in the genres of fantasy and horror. He has written several novels and novellas, and has won numerous awards for his work, including the Shirley Jackson Award, the Edgar Award, and the Philip K. Dick Award.Bennett is perhaps best known for his Divine Cities trilogy, which is set in a world where the gods of an ancient civilization are dead and their cities have been conquered and colonized by a rising industrial power. The trilogy explores themes of power, colonialism, and the consequences of technological progress, and has been praised for its world-building, characters, and thought-provoking ideas.In addition to the Divine Cities trilogy, Bennett has also written several other novels, including the horror novel "American Elsewhere" and the urban fantasy novel "Foundryside." His writing is known for its strong characterization, intricate world-building, and blend of genre elements.Overall, Robert Jackson Bennett is a highly regarded and influential author in the world of speculative fiction, and his works continue to captivate and inspire readers around the world.

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