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by Guy Gavriel Kay (Goodreads Author)

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Thanks for the review. The value and interest of this book has raised my interest. It appears most everyone recommends 'The Lions of Al-Rassan'. What other books has this author written?

Andrew Tupper Karen, most of Guy Gavriel Kay's books are in this 'historical fiction' style, and I personally don't think any of them are poor quality. A couple are…moreKaren, most of Guy Gavriel Kay's books are in this 'historical fiction' style, and I personally don't think any of them are poor quality. A couple are multi-part and you may wish to avoid them initially until you're sure. You might like to try 'Under Heaven' or 'Tigana' as superb stand-alone books... but really they're all good.(less)

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Okay so I am just reading the title and am not sure I'm gonna like this....doesn't seem to be properly researched and that's just by reading the title! The name should be Ar-Rassan....does the rest of the book reflect this?

Chris Seiler Why should it be Ar-Rassan? It's not strict history or geography, but loosely based on history. Three groups inspired by Christians, Muslims, and Jews…moreWhy should it be Ar-Rassan? It's not strict history or geography, but loosely based on history. Three groups inspired by Christians, Muslims, and Jews, but each have several differences from their sources. That plays into the language and names of things as well.(less)

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