The Thousand Names by Django WexlerMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
By this point, I can I say I've read a ton of epic fantasy, and a good deal of those are full of gunpowder and mages, generally landing on the full war-campaign side of the fantasy genre.
This novel, I must admit, is kinda old-hat. Of course, back when it came out, I'm sure it was a huge success.
That being said, I did enjoy it on its own merits. It has everything a war-campaign fantasy fan would want, including some intrigue, big bads that genuinely surprise the heroes, and a sprawling world.
I like it in small doses, myself, unless it really goes above and beyond the norm. I'm willing to keep on with this, knowing that he's been a respected name in the field.
It even has the feel of military rations. So, at least to my synesthesia, it hits all the targets on my tongue. :)
Personal note:
If anyone reading my reviews might be interested in reading my own SF, I'm going to be open to DM requests. I think it's about time I get some eyes on them.
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