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So, since the two novels I have read were not in order of publication, it was tricky at times piecing parts of the story. However, this only means I have to read the other two since I am now completely drawn in by added characters. This is a genre I would never have gravitated towards, but now finding myself a bit hooked, as hard as an audience that I am.
This story mirrors actual political chaos in real time, many characters in different places for different reasons. Very much good versus evil ...more
This story mirrors actual political chaos in real time, many characters in different places for different reasons. Very much good versus evil ...more
To be honest, I am not really sure how to review this book, as this is as this is part of a series. It is laying down the foundation for more stories to come, introducing a lot of characters, promising conflicts, and interaction as their paths start to cross.
Although there are a plethora of characters, in the beginning, the book spends more time on General Voxinus, an honorable veteran warrior whose main goal is to serve the realm with tons of family devotion. It helps to set the base and gives ...more
Although there are a plethora of characters, in the beginning, the book spends more time on General Voxinus, an honorable veteran warrior whose main goal is to serve the realm with tons of family devotion. It helps to set the base and gives ...more
I just finished Four Puppet Kings and a Fool: An Epic Fantasy Novel. Without having read book one, I was able to jump right into the plot.
Within the first couple of chapters, the first POV was killed, which set the stage for things to come. I liked the tension, however, there were a lot of storylines that I found difficult to keep straight. From the inept emperor to the corrupt politicians to the dissatisfied general, the characters came across as genuine. The parallels between right-wing talki ...more
Within the first couple of chapters, the first POV was killed, which set the stage for things to come. I liked the tension, however, there were a lot of storylines that I found difficult to keep straight. From the inept emperor to the corrupt politicians to the dissatisfied general, the characters came across as genuine. The parallels between right-wing talki ...more
Our issues placed in an epic fantasy with lots of battle.
Like other reviewers, I found the sweep of this story impressive. A large cast, each with their own life story and goals makes for great conflict. It’s hard to miss the allusions to our present day strife with disease and political themes, and the author doesn’t shy away from getting into the nitty gritty as he perceives it.
But, there’s a certain treatment within the story that left me feeling like the themes aren’t well considered. First ...more
Like other reviewers, I found the sweep of this story impressive. A large cast, each with their own life story and goals makes for great conflict. It’s hard to miss the allusions to our present day strife with disease and political themes, and the author doesn’t shy away from getting into the nitty gritty as he perceives it.
But, there’s a certain treatment within the story that left me feeling like the themes aren’t well considered. First ...more
Four Puppet Kings and a Fool is book 2 in the epic dark fantasy saga, Sendyne Series, by Seth Hobbs in the vein of G.O.T. Once again, this author impresses me with his commanding force as a dystopian world builder and interesting character paradigm manipulator. Main character, General Voxinus, the aging combatant and the teenaged Emperor Kwisus battle to save the Sendyne Empire, which is experiencing revolt on every side. It’s a political allegory in that the building tensions parallel our curre
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Full Disclosure: I am Seth Hobbs, author of this book. Book 1 of this series was good, but I think this sequel is incredible. I am very proud of this one, and it is absolutely sprawling and epic, taking us to new empires, nations, city-states, etc. It explores multiple conspiracies, the dark underbelly of many governments and organizations, and includes a lot of interesting characters and even more political intrigue and dark secrets! You don't want to miss this explosive entry in the Sendyne Em
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In Four Puppet Kings & a Fool, we follow General Voxinus, a one-armed veteran who just wants to retire, as rebellions flare, a plague spreads, and shadowy cults scheme for power.
Every chapter either explodes into violence or uncovers a fresh conspiracy. However, the cast list is massive, with fantasy names that blur together, and the book sometimes pauses for long history lessons.
If you enjoy dense politics and don’t mind mature content, grab a character glossary and dive in.
Every chapter either explodes into violence or uncovers a fresh conspiracy. However, the cast list is massive, with fantasy names that blur together, and the book sometimes pauses for long history lessons.
If you enjoy dense politics and don’t mind mature content, grab a character glossary and dive in.
The novel started well with a bold choice concerning the mc from the first book. From then on, it was political intrigue as a coup takes place. I really enjoyed Seth's writing and worldbuilding and the characters shine, particularly Voxinus, the one armed general and one of the few good men in a corrupt empire. It was nice to see the hero fighting against this, saving a broken empire. I dropped one star, as it's the middle one of a trilogy, so doesn't really have any conclusion as it's setting u
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Nov 22, 2022
J.R. Gibson
marked it as to-read
Jan 25, 2023
Seth Hobbs
rated it
it was amazing
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