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A Gathering of Ravens (Grimnir, #1)

Scott Oden

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Jun 18, 2022 Adam McPhee rated it liked it

Shelves: 2022, fantasy, sword-and-sorcery

The Long Ships meets Robert E Howard by way of Tolkien. Hell yeah.

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Apr 26, 2021 Clint rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2021, fantasy, dead-trees, library-reads

I’ve been debating what to say about this book that adds to the conversation; honestly, I can’t think of much. It’s an enjoyable read. I started it while sitting by a pool on a working vacation, then inhaled the rest on a five hour flight home. It held my interest and kept me awake. That’s a high compliment. Good job Mr. Oden.

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• Some claim it’s not well researched. I don’t have the historical street credentials to say one way or the other, BUT, I thought we were ...more

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Apr 19, 2018 Richard rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites, ancient-world, sword-and-sorcery

This was a fantastic read. I enjoyed the whole ride.

Very nice blending of fact and fiction, makes everything all the more real.

Grimnir is no one's hero, but you will find yourself rooting for his cause and wanting him to succeed.

Well worth a read. I look forward to reading more of Mr. Oden's books.

Recommended!
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Aug 04, 2022 Liam rated it really liked it

The redemption of the orc in a brutal Sword & Sorcery historical fantasy focused on revenge. It somewhat reminds me of The Broken Sword by Poul Anderson, but is very modern .

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