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FranchiseBlade · 02-13-2011, 05:52 PM

I have a question about The Way of Kings. I like some fantasy, but I'm kind of particular. I've heard nothing but good things about this book so I'm interested.

Is there a high level of magic? Low level of magic?

Are there sci-fi elements or modern touches in his world? Is there a roughly equivalent time period on earth that is similar to era The Way of Kings takes place?

I realize that my questions may seem silly if the book is well written and the characters are interesting. But for some reason I like my fantasy without any modern touches. Yet I don't like it in worlds with a tech level and society as ancient as the Roman civilization. I prefer (though it isn't necessary) to have relatively low magic. I like intrigue, and a gritty feel as opposed to fanciful fairies.

I appreciate any information I could get regarding the novel. Thanks.

02-13-2011, 05:52 PM	#5
FranchiseBlade Member Posts: 14 Karma: 232 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Los Angeles Device: Kindle	I have a question about The Way of Kings. I like some fantasy, but I'm kind of particular. I've heard nothing but good things about this book so I'm interested. Is there a high level of magic? Low level of magic? Are there sci-fi elements or modern touches in his world? Is there a roughly equivalent time period on earth that is similar to era The Way of Kings takes place? I realize that my questions may seem silly if the book is well written and the characters are interesting. But for some reason I like my fantasy without any modern touches. Yet I don't like it in worlds with a tech level and society as ancient as the Roman civilization. I prefer (though it isn't necessary) to have relatively low magic. I like intrigue, and a gritty feel as opposed to fanciful fairies. I appreciate any information I could get regarding the novel. Thanks.