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3.88 AVERAGE
3.88 AVERAGE
Interesting version of Ancient Rome space mixed with the order vs chaos type of fiction, from the 70's.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
medium-paced
Not nearly as fun or interesting as the first one. The plot slogs along by contrivances, the writing is lackluster, the characters are two dimensional at best. Seems like they wanted to get the setup out of the way as quickly as possible to get to the meat of the larger plot line, but at what cost? The characters were my favorite aspect of the first book in the series, and I’d been looking forward to more. This could have been awesome, but disappointingly, it was just okay.
From what I’ve read, Graham McNeill’s books are some of the better regarded in the series, but so far I’m not a big fan of his take on the narrative. Maybe I’m missing something, maybe it’s just not my style. I guess we’ll see!
From what I’ve read, Graham McNeill’s books are some of the better regarded in the series, but so far I’m not a big fan of his take on the narrative. Maybe I’m missing something, maybe it’s just not my style. I guess we’ll see!
Man, what a ride. This book brings the events of the Horus Heresy to their tipping point and it absolutely delivers the suspense I was hoping for. You could FEEL the forces of Chaos changing the mannerisms and intentions of the characters and changing the universe forever. Cannot wait to start the next one.
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
False Gods is the second installment in the Warhammer 40K novels. It is in essence very much a '2nd' book in that while very enjoyment the action essentially connects the 1st book to the next and doesn't really contain much of a standalone story.
In prose and plot however I felt that False Gods was more precise and efficient than Horus Rising, the pacing was steady and the action fairly rip-roaring. In terms of the basic experience of reading it I enjoyed False Gods more, however Horus Rising I felt had more depth to ponder after finishing.
My biggest complaint about False Gods is that it leans too heavily on the fandom of 40K, too much of the story felt more like nods to events people would likely already be aware of, especially in regards to Horus' character arc throughout the story. While I felt that a good setup had been prepared for the God-like character it felt more like his actions reflected what needed to happen in the story moreso than a logical character progression. I'm very aware that there are masses of books in this series so wanting more material is a little nuts, but I would have preferred Horus' downfall to be a little more thoroughly fleshed out.
On the positive side Loken's character continues to be compelling and relatable, its tense to see the stalwart leader torn between what he believes is right and loyalty to his chapter.
There were a couple of other niggles with the book, sometimes the prose got repetitive, and even though one must accept the over the top nature of the 40K universe it's still boring to hear again and again how epic Astartes such as the number of times we're reminded that Astartes have super immune systems throughout the story.
Overall I found False Gods a good read. Probably not highly recommended for non-fans of the universe, but a possible good diversion for cheesy sci-fi fans too.
In prose and plot however I felt that False Gods was more precise and efficient than Horus Rising, the pacing was steady and the action fairly rip-roaring. In terms of the basic experience of reading it I enjoyed False Gods more, however Horus Rising I felt had more depth to ponder after finishing.
My biggest complaint about False Gods is that it leans too heavily on the fandom of 40K, too much of the story felt more like nods to events people would likely already be aware of, especially in regards to Horus' character arc throughout the story. While I felt that a good setup had been prepared for the God-like character it felt more like his actions reflected what needed to happen in the story moreso than a logical character progression. I'm very aware that there are masses of books in this series so wanting more material is a little nuts, but I would have preferred Horus' downfall to be a little more thoroughly fleshed out.
On the positive side Loken's character continues to be compelling and relatable, its tense to see the stalwart leader torn between what he believes is right and loyalty to his chapter.
There were a couple of other niggles with the book, sometimes the prose got repetitive, and even though one must accept the over the top nature of the 40K universe it's still boring to hear again and again how epic Astartes such as the number of times we're reminded that Astartes have super immune systems throughout the story.
Overall I found False Gods a good read. Probably not highly recommended for non-fans of the universe, but a possible good diversion for cheesy sci-fi fans too.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated