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Old 12-13-2022, 08:42 AM   #35
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Originally Posted by WillAdams View Post
Being first is worth something, and I would argue that it was done quite well, and is more than good enough:

https://www.theguardian.com/books/20...orge-rr-martin

https://deedispeaking.com/book-revie...rd-of-earthsea

>_A Wizard of Earthsea_ is a classic fantasy novel for a reason. It’s exciting, has great world-building, and teaches a great overarching lesson.
This is an excellent snippet of a review that sums things up very well.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/182876241
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This book could be a case study in how not to write a fantasy novel. Start with poorly-drawn characters the reader will feel indifferent about. Add a world that isn't very interesting. Complete it by having the characters do next to nothing of significance. Then, when the climactic battle comes the reader has nothing invested in the outcome.
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