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A review by richard_nell
Lost Lore: A Fantasy Anthology by Dyrk Ashton, Alec Hutson, Steven Kelliher, Michael R. Miller, Terrible Ten, J.P. Ashman, Bryce O'Connor, Ben Galley, Phil Tucker, Mike Shel, Timandra Whitecastle, Laura M. Hughes, T.L. Greylock, David Benem, Jeffrey Hall, Benedict Patrick
4.0
Very much enjoyed this. As with most anthologies some didn't work for me, others I savored, but then that's the beauty of so many stories/writers together. I should also note that this was my first experience with most of the writers, save for T.L. Greylock (read 1 book), and Ben Galley (his story in Art of War anthology). Yet again, my TBR has grown more monstrous. My top 5:
5. And they were never heard from again - Benedict Patrick
A sort of dark fairytale. I enjoyed the characters and prose, but I loved the magic and creativity. If one can expect the same from [b:They Mostly Come Out At Night|29743933|They Mostly Come Out At Night (Yarnsworld #1)|Benedict Patrick|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1459364987s/29743933.jpg|50098128], it should be a fascinating read.
4. I, Kane - Laura M. Hughes
This was great, though it's kind of hard to explain and should really just be read and enjoyed (I'm not sure it even needed the little introduction at the start!). I assume my approval of Kane and his writing style makes me terrible, but I don't care. Also that's the most dedicated scribe ever. [b:Danse Macabre|36605041|Danse Macabre|Laura M. Hughes|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1510828289s/36605041.jpg|47224110] officially on the list.
3. Paternus: Deluge - Dyrk Ashton
Wow. If you're into mythology, or if you're a Neil Gaiman fan, this is your guy. I get a sort of prequel-to-American-Gods vibe, and a brief glance at the blurb of [b:Paternus: Rise of Gods|35621572|Paternus Rise of Gods (Paternus, #1)|Dyrk Ashton|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1499505402s/35621572.jpg|49023845] makes me think it's going to be a similarly wild, insane, enjoyable journey. Also the descriptions were great, for a minute there I really felt like I was on that damn boat.
2. Palesword by TL Greylock
Unsurprisingly (I've read Ms. Greylock before) this is a norse fantasy story done right. The characters are interesting, the plot intrigues. I really can't recommend her [b:The Blood-Tainted Winter|25773101|The Blood-Tainted Winter (The Song of the Ash Tree, #1)|T.L. Greylock|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1438636019s/25773101.jpg|45621733] enough, but this is a great taste of the writing if you need to see for yourself.
1. The First Thread - Alec Hutson
I was certainly not expecting this. The writing is absolutely excellent, and Mr. Hutson accomplishes a hugely impressive story in very few words. I was kept awake reading, and pulled through it as just a fantasy-fan and not a fantasy-writer, which is both rare and exceptionally welcome. You can be sure I'll be reading [b:The Crimson Queen|33237983|The Crimson Queen|Alec Hutson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1480858986s/33237983.jpg|53952944].
5. And they were never heard from again - Benedict Patrick
A sort of dark fairytale. I enjoyed the characters and prose, but I loved the magic and creativity. If one can expect the same from [b:They Mostly Come Out At Night|29743933|They Mostly Come Out At Night (Yarnsworld #1)|Benedict Patrick|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1459364987s/29743933.jpg|50098128], it should be a fascinating read.
4. I, Kane - Laura M. Hughes
This was great, though it's kind of hard to explain and should really just be read and enjoyed (I'm not sure it even needed the little introduction at the start!). I assume my approval of Kane and his writing style makes me terrible, but I don't care. Also that's the most dedicated scribe ever. [b:Danse Macabre|36605041|Danse Macabre|Laura M. Hughes|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1510828289s/36605041.jpg|47224110] officially on the list.
3. Paternus: Deluge - Dyrk Ashton
Wow. If you're into mythology, or if you're a Neil Gaiman fan, this is your guy. I get a sort of prequel-to-American-Gods vibe, and a brief glance at the blurb of [b:Paternus: Rise of Gods|35621572|Paternus Rise of Gods (Paternus, #1)|Dyrk Ashton|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1499505402s/35621572.jpg|49023845] makes me think it's going to be a similarly wild, insane, enjoyable journey. Also the descriptions were great, for a minute there I really felt like I was on that damn boat.
2. Palesword by TL Greylock
Unsurprisingly (I've read Ms. Greylock before) this is a norse fantasy story done right. The characters are interesting, the plot intrigues. I really can't recommend her [b:The Blood-Tainted Winter|25773101|The Blood-Tainted Winter (The Song of the Ash Tree, #1)|T.L. Greylock|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1438636019s/25773101.jpg|45621733] enough, but this is a great taste of the writing if you need to see for yourself.
1. The First Thread - Alec Hutson
I was certainly not expecting this. The writing is absolutely excellent, and Mr. Hutson accomplishes a hugely impressive story in very few words. I was kept awake reading, and pulled through it as just a fantasy-fan and not a fantasy-writer, which is both rare and exceptionally welcome. You can be sure I'll be reading [b:The Crimson Queen|33237983|The Crimson Queen|Alec Hutson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1480858986s/33237983.jpg|53952944].