Ethan Manning

A fantastic and very detailed account of the business communities attack on the New Deal, and all the various ways they networked and coordinated to change public opinion, pool resources, and try to affect the politics of their present and future.

A very fun and funny romp.

Such a strange and imaginative experience this book was. Dick's ability to imbue a scene or book with paranoia and uncertainty is astounding. If this is mid-tier Phillip K Dick, then I certainly will be reading more.

Jade Legacy is a great end to the Green Bone Saga.

One of my favorite aspects of the series and most of all this book, is how it maps on to world history, how Lee has crafted a story about national independence, shattering the yoke of neo-colonialism, and outmaneuvering one's enemies through every avenue (street warfare, government/politics, business ventures, public sentiments).

Any similarities to modern history are merely intriguing backdrops to the real story, they sit behind the saga of the Kaul family's long struggle to wrestle control of the destiny of Kekon away from a fated rival clan. As each individual fights their own unique battles, some dancing along a tight-rope of independence and duty, others fully committed to the clan above all, times passes and the world changes demanding much from all who would keep control of their nations precious resources, or protect their clans interests abroad in hostile countries.

This book balances its addicting characters, the overarching plot, its historical analogues, and political themes so well. And the long span of time covered allows you to see characters pass through different stages of life, it is both superbly fulfilling and melancholy. Jade Legacy was a joy, and at times a very sad read, it is a credit to Fonda Lee's mastery of her craft that those moments struck so hard, I will miss reading the Green Bone Saga, the Kauls, and the winding rivalry between the No-Peak Clan and the Mountain Clan.

5 Stars.

An excellent sequel! The world Fonda Lee built in JC continues to expand, the characters are put through...a lot, and the Green Bone action stays at a high level even as the story delves into new geopolitical depths. This book was a thrill to read, a spellbinding mixture of drama, political intrigue, and action.

Unlike anything I have ever read. This book had some of the best characters I have ever read in fiction. It was uneven in a good way, it would surprise me with the most interesting, heart-rending, worth-considering, and absurd occurrences in the most unsuspecting parts of the story. I will say it was a challenge because of the writers style, some passages are very long but it was a great exercise for the brain to grapple with a very different writing style. I expect much ink has been spilled over the GI in this book and other parts too (I'm excited to research this).

Overall an unforgettable, and totally unique read.

Fall of Light continues a fascinating story, it mostly maintains Erickson's faster pace and clarity, builds out a world of mystery, and weaves an awesome and tragic origin to the Tiste people (as we have come to know them) that have captivated so many readers of Malazan Book of the Fallen. First off: Characters. Erickson writes characters of such variety. Staying with them as they experience life, as they struggle, as they reflect, as they cope, as they fail - its a hell of a journey. Your understanding of these people will fold in on itself by books end. It is stunning work, these characters are frighteningly real in their imperfections and their inner strengths. The story has a wandering eye at time's including events one would not expect at first, but getting to witness these legendary figures and events was a pleasure. Every aspect of the world building was a grand slam, it is a big reason I fell in love with MBotF and it has only gotten better. The books focus on political necessity, honor, duty, ambition, and love are not always on the surface, but neither are they hidden too deep. And if lessons are to be learned of these themes, they are not what one would expect, especially one unaccustomed to Erickson's critical subversions and thoughtful interrogations of our myths. Fall of Light is a tragedy, it is a descent into an inevitable doom, and the ride was captivating and engaging (in that order) the whole time. I wish to share this story with my friends, and I am eagerly awaiting the final book.

A trope busting, wildly intriguing story set in a rich fantasy world.

Phenomenal. Erickson's prose is probing and melancholy as ever yet with a new clarity and focus. This tale of creeping civil war, the ambitions of the forgotten, and the dreams of the young will stay with you forever.

A desert epic following a rebellion, a refugee caravan desperate for the last safe city, and a young girl who will do anything to survive the horrors of slavery.

I do not know what I can say that hasn't already been said. Steinbeck captures humanity in this story, he captures the fight for a dignified life, he questions America as it is, and points all throughout to an answer hidden in all of our hearts and minds.

One of the most epic fantasy novels of all time. Erickson crafts a masterful story. Here was when Malazan began contending with LOTR for my favorite series ever.

I read this in 10th grade due to a premature interest in marijuana and a budding interest in history. I remember being quite captivated by Booth's deep reaching account of cannabis. The section on Henry J. Anslinger's psychotic anti-cannabis campaign, and the frightening account of hashish are two parts I will always remember.