Questions About Furies of Calderon (Codex Alera, #1)

by Jim Butcher (Goodreads Author)

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Is there much romance in this book? Is there another book/ series that you can compare it to, so I can get an idea about this book.

Sean Goh On the surface it would seem to borrow elements from George RR Martin's Game of Thrones, you have the wall protecting the kingdom from icemen to the n…moreOn the surface it would seem to borrow elements from George RR Martin's Game of Thrones, you have the wall protecting the kingdom from icemen to the north, Barbarians at the gate to the East and political intrigue and plotting Littlefinger or Tyrion would be right at home in, but this series (only read book 1 so far) takes that basic premise and does a lot more with it. You have the multiple perspectives GRRM employs in GoT as well, but its tightly held together so when it all converges towards the last quarter of the book in a satisfying conclusion you don't feel lost at all.

Would feel like Game of Thrones meets Avatar: The Last Airbender's elemental manipulation, but that's a simplistic one liner generalisation. Definitely worth a read though!(less)

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Is this series YA?

Sharon Schultz No, this book leans more towards adult audiences. Slavery, Rape, Cannibalism and Violent combat are in this book.

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Before I start this series I must ask: Are there battles/campaigns in this series(If so how brutal are they?) Is it mostly Sword vs Sword(Melee if that suits you) or Magic/Sorcery combat/battles?

Roni Yeah, there are battles that are mostly sword vs. sword, and no, there are no magic/sorcery combats, although it does describe some of the Alerians us…moreYeah, there are battles that are mostly sword vs. sword, and no, there are no magic/sorcery combats, although it does describe some of the Alerians using the power of their furies. Some of the parts are more mature, but there is nothing extremely brutal in exact detail (but still, I don't think this book is for the younger audience. Mature themes) Totally recommend, though :)(less)

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Is this as good as the Dresden Files?

Stuart It has a different feel that Dresden. Where Dresden is characterized by wit and humor, this focuses more on world building and the impact that a small…moreIt has a different feel that Dresden. Where Dresden is characterized by wit and humor, this focuses more on world building and the impact that a small person can have in such an epic world. I personally enjoyed Dresden more, but I may change my opinion as I have read more books in the Codex Alera series. Regardless, it is an enjoyable book and worth a read if you enjoyed Dresden files.(less)

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I heard a rumor that this book series started from a bet Jim Butcher made with someone that he could create a story from any two disparate details. The friend replied with "lost Roman legion" and "Pokemon" and this story was born. Does anyone know if this is true?

Chelsea It is true. Specifically, Butcher wanted to prove a point that there aren't any bad ideas, just bad execution.…moreIt is true. Specifically, Butcher wanted to prove a point that there aren't any bad ideas, just bad execution.(less)

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