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novoaust's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
So far, this one has to be my least favorite of the Bauchelain and Korbal Broach novels, but it still works well in providing comic relief from the main series.
This one is set in a far and distant land that doesn't feel part of the Malaz world. At first, I enjoyed it, as it was different, but that difference eventual led to me just being confused and not caring about what was going on in the world.
I did find this one to be quite funny though, and that humor did drive the story for me. I guess I was simply just confused by the point of this one. It seemed like a criticism of health nuts in a way, but could easily be seen as a critique of any sort of fanaticism or self righteousness.
Overall, still a fun addition to the Malazan world, but definitely not something I would consider a must read.
This one is set in a far and distant land that doesn't feel part of the Malaz world. At first, I enjoyed it, as it was different, but that difference eventual led to me just being confused and not caring about what was going on in the world.
I did find this one to be quite funny though, and that humor did drive the story for me. I guess I was simply just confused by the point of this one. It seemed like a criticism of health nuts in a way, but could easily be seen as a critique of any sort of fanaticism or self righteousness.
Overall, still a fun addition to the Malazan world, but definitely not something I would consider a must read.
elros451's review
3.0
I don't think the humor landed for me in this one. But it has the best premise and plot of the three B&KB novellas I have read so far.
acardattack's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This is exactly what I want from this series, a fun little adventure that is quick, weird and funny. It seems like in each story Steve is upping the weirdness of the names and I love it. This is the best one so far.
mhedgescsus's review
5.0
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4.5/5 stars. Somehow Steven Erikson hits yet another home-run with his dynamic trio of Bachelain, Korbal Broach, and Emancipor Reese.
I'm legitimately shocked at how good these little books continue to be, and I continually get reminded that Steven Erikson really is in a class of his own as a fantasy writer. In my opinion, Erikson is the greatest epic fantasy, and the greatest grimdark fantasy writer of all time. And somehow in his spare time he decided to become the funniest fantasy writer of all time as well.
I almost feel like it's blasphemy to say that as I am a huge Terry Pratchett fan, but in terms of both laughs per minute, and the devilishly ingenious jokes, Erikson takes the cake.
It's still strange to me that the combination of horror, comedy, and fantasy could be molded together to make something not just good, but great - but I need to stop questioning it and just keep on enjoying these books.
Whether you are a Malazan fan or not, these books are simply wonderful.
4.5/5 stars. Somehow Steven Erikson hits yet another home-run with his dynamic trio of Bachelain, Korbal Broach, and Emancipor Reese.
I'm legitimately shocked at how good these little books continue to be, and I continually get reminded that Steven Erikson really is in a class of his own as a fantasy writer. In my opinion, Erikson is the greatest epic fantasy, and the greatest grimdark fantasy writer of all time. And somehow in his spare time he decided to become the funniest fantasy writer of all time as well.
I almost feel like it's blasphemy to say that as I am a huge Terry Pratchett fan, but in terms of both laughs per minute, and the devilishly ingenious jokes, Erikson takes the cake.
It's still strange to me that the combination of horror, comedy, and fantasy could be molded together to make something not just good, but great - but I need to stop questioning it and just keep on enjoying these books.
Whether you are a Malazan fan or not, these books are simply wonderful.
sadiemeg's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
michaelsj10's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
amirnxv's review
5.0
It was the best short story so far, it was funny, page-turning, compelling, and more!
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The plot is about a city where people who die unhealthy, their bodies are crucified outside the city, and people who are seriously injured during working are declared " Holy Saints of Labour ", everything which is deemed harmful be it alcohol or meat or fume materials are declared illegal and you can probably judge how terrible the city is becoming day after day!
Our main cast is approached by two Saints of Labour to change this status quo, thus the story begins.
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The plot is about a city where people who die unhealthy, their bodies are crucified outside the city, and people who are seriously injured during working are declared " Holy Saints of Labour ", everything which is deemed harmful be it alcohol or meat or fume materials are declared illegal and you can probably judge how terrible the city is becoming day after day!
Our main cast is approached by two Saints of Labour to change this status quo, thus the story begins.
jamjimham's review
5.0
Probably the best of the Bauchelian and Korbal stories. This story read more like a Terry Pratchett novel then something set in the Malazan universe. I don’t know how Erikson is able to write so many different tales, while keeping everything fresh and interesting. But so far I have enjoyed everything I’ve read. Onto Midnight Tides.