A review by bookbirder
The Way of Thorn and Thunder by Daniel Heath Justice

adventurous reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

This may be a controversial statement, but I believe this book has the potential to be the next Lord of the Rings. 

Both are too long in the first read-through (this one could have easily been split into at least two books) but both also have a rich fantastical world with complex characters and plenty to analyze and explore further. The major difference that I can see is that The Way of Thorn and Thunder incorporates a far more diverse array of characters and perspectives than The Lord of the Rings.