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Arguably even better than the previous instalment, Before They Are Hanged is another suspenseful, action-packed, intrigue-filled piece of entertainment. This is far from high-level literature, but it's a damn good fantasy series.
Inquisitor Glokta's difficulties practically ruling a besieged city, the woes of good old West in saving a military campaign from a spectacularly incompetent commander, and our dear party of adventurers venturing forth into the ruins of the Old Empire to dig up some forg ...more
Inquisitor Glokta's difficulties practically ruling a besieged city, the woes of good old West in saving a military campaign from a spectacularly incompetent commander, and our dear party of adventurers venturing forth into the ruins of the Old Empire to dig up some forg ...more
As good as the first
I started to wonder if these books would translate into a movie well. Some of Glotka and the other character's caustic thoughts have me roaring and it takes the sting out of some of the brutality. Putting together a list of actors to play all the parts would be a fun activity.
Definitely some good twists and I'm looking forward to book three. ...more
I started to wonder if these books would translate into a movie well. Some of Glotka and the other character's caustic thoughts have me roaring and it takes the sting out of some of the brutality. Putting together a list of actors to play all the parts would be a fun activity.
Definitely some good twists and I'm looking forward to book three. ...more
