Mike Cahoon
CHARACTER FOCUSED & COMPELLING FANTASY
QUICK THOUGHTS
In epic fantasy, you can go down so many different paths to tell similar stories. One of the most interesting things about the genre is getting to see reinterpretations and re-imaginings of familiar tropes and plots through so many different visions. Case in point, in The Land Beyond the Waste, B.F. Peterson tells a story that is both familiar and unique, taking well known character tropes and plot elements and spinning them into a story that is all her own. What you end up with is something that feels like it was written by a classic fantasy author you are just discovering for the first time.
In this same vein, Peterson tackles many of the fundamental elements of epic fantasy with a deft hand, elevating her story with fantastic characters, emotionally resonant moments, and a richly built world that feels both ancient and alive at the same time. Specifically, our main protagonist’s relationships with her brother and father, as well the characterization of the elves she entreats to intervene in a world ending conflict, stand out as highlights that give the book a strong sense of identity that will appeal to many modern readers. Ultimately, while the fundamental building blocks of the plot will be familiar to any regular reader of the genre, Peterson’s handling of them builds a story that hits harder than one might expect and stays with the reader after the final page.
For my FULL REVIEW, please visit;
https://mikecahoon.com/book-review-the-land-beyond-the-waste-by-b-f-peterson/
Originally posted at mikecahoon.com.
CHARACTER FOCUSED & COMPELLING FANTASY
QUICK THOUGHTS
In epic fantasy, you can go down so many different paths to tell similar stories. One of the most interesting things about the genre is getting to see reinterpretations and re-imaginings of familiar tropes and plots through so many different visions. Case in point, in The Land Beyond the Waste, B.F. Peterson tells a story that is both familiar and unique, taking well known character tropes and plot elements and spinning them into a story that is all her own. What you end up with is something that feels like it was written by a classic fantasy author you are just discovering for the first time.
In this same vein, Peterson tackles many of the fundamental elements of epic fantasy with a deft hand, elevating her story with fantastic characters, emotionally resonant moments, and a richly built world that feels both ancient and alive at the same time. Specifically, our main protagonist’s relationships with her brother and father, as well the characterization of the elves she entreats to intervene in a world ending conflict, stand out as highlights that give the book a strong sense of identity that will appeal to many modern readers. Ultimately, while the fundamental building blocks of the plot will be familiar to any regular reader of the genre, Peterson’s handling of them builds a story that hits harder than one might expect and stays with the reader after the final page.
For my FULL REVIEW, please visit;
https://mikecahoon.com/book-review-the-land-beyond-the-waste-by-b-f-peterson/
Originally posted at mikecahoon.com.