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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
Two different kinds of magic, different kinds (castes?) of dragons, and the occasional demon, makes for intriguing politics in this fun fantasy!
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Reread for me. Still entertaining.
I like the world. First time reading series it was difficult keeping new words straight, but this time it was comfortable. Book holds up well for originally being published in 1983.
I like the world. First time reading series it was difficult keeping new words straight, but this time it was comfortable. Book holds up well for originally being published in 1983.
Great start, with its mix of fantasy, noir/detective and a dash of espionage - looking forward to the rest of the series.
(And despite the weird Goodreads description, I read it in English.)
(And despite the weird Goodreads description, I read it in English.)
Väga äge, ilma suurema seletamiseta hakkab tramburai kohe pihta ja rahule ei jää, ainult muuhulgas heidetud vihjetest selgub jupiti ka suuremat mytoloogiat ja maailmavärki, mis tekitab edasist huvi. Tegelased on ka ägedad.
Re-read. Exactly the fun, light fare I remember it being, love it!
Jhereg is a gripping, fast-paced fantasy. It lacks more depth in the story, but it is still enjoyable fast-read for a summer night. However, I'm not much interested in other books with Vlad Taltos.
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
CAWPILE SCORE
C-8
A-7
W-9
P-8
I-9
L-9
E-10
TOTAL-8.57/10
CAWPILE
Characters
Sethra
Krager
Aliera
Morollan- villain
Mellar
Demon
Vlad
Loiosh
Confession: for some reason in my head I had Elric of Melnibone
Atmosphere
2-4 locations
Castle Black
Restaurant
His office
Writing
Great Writing. Holds up the test of time. Snarkiness
Very well thought out and paced perfectly. I never felt like I was too far behind or ahead of Vlad
Plot
A quick recap. Vlad Taltos is a human mafia boss living in an elven empire. His side gig is assassination. His companions include a smartass flying reptile called Loiosh, his wife/better half in almost every aspect, Cawti, an arrogant Elven noble, Morollan, Morollan’s creepy psychopathic cousin, Aliera, and others. Taltos is hired by his mafia bosses to kill a renegade member, Mellar. The case gets increasingly complicated when Taltos figures out that the renegade is trying to bring down two noble houses at one time through his death. Taltos figures out a way to kill Mellar, save his friends, not start a war, keep his skin intact, and make a lot of money.
Investment
The use of fantasy animals is astoundingly clear, but also intriging
Logic
Morganti weapons
Little (big) genetic history dump. Btw you’re also a very important reincarnated being. Just said and ignored
The house’s are more than just names for the houses. Its how they are
Enjoyment
Ends up killing Aliera with her great weapon. runs
Misc
Loiosh flying away with mate…. For honeymoon
The only time his hunches are accurate are when he ignores them
Who’s doing all the work
How to stop a revivication in 3 easy steps. Morganti blade. Put a sorcerous block/hide the body or burn it with fire.
My wife cooked something so bland I’d feel no compulsion to comment on it.
The First restaurant scene compared to the 2nd restaurant scene
I will be talking about it on Libromancy https://libromancy.podbean.com/
C-8
A-7
W-9
P-8
I-9
L-9
E-10
TOTAL-8.57/10
CAWPILE
Characters
Sethra
Krager
Aliera
Morollan- villain
Mellar
Demon
Vlad
Loiosh
Confession: for some reason in my head I had Elric of Melnibone
Atmosphere
2-4 locations
Castle Black
Restaurant
His office
Writing
Great Writing. Holds up the test of time. Snarkiness
Very well thought out and paced perfectly. I never felt like I was too far behind or ahead of Vlad
Plot
A quick recap. Vlad Taltos is a human mafia boss living in an elven empire. His side gig is assassination. His companions include a smartass flying reptile called Loiosh, his wife/better half in almost every aspect, Cawti, an arrogant Elven noble, Morollan, Morollan’s creepy psychopathic cousin, Aliera, and others. Taltos is hired by his mafia bosses to kill a renegade member, Mellar. The case gets increasingly complicated when Taltos figures out that the renegade is trying to bring down two noble houses at one time through his death. Taltos figures out a way to kill Mellar, save his friends, not start a war, keep his skin intact, and make a lot of money.
Investment
The use of fantasy animals is astoundingly clear, but also intriging
Logic
Morganti weapons
Little (big) genetic history dump. Btw you’re also a very important reincarnated being. Just said and ignored
The house’s are more than just names for the houses. Its how they are
Enjoyment
Ends up killing Aliera with her great weapon. runs
Misc
Loiosh flying away with mate…. For honeymoon
The only time his hunches are accurate are when he ignores them
Who’s doing all the work
How to stop a revivication in 3 easy steps. Morganti blade. Put a sorcerous block/hide the body or burn it with fire.
My wife cooked something so bland I’d feel no compulsion to comment on it.
The First restaurant scene compared to the 2nd restaurant scene
I will be talking about it on Libromancy https://libromancy.podbean.com/