Age of Myth [June 2017]

[C.P.]

And characters are generally what really makes a book for me, so that makes me really happy to hear. As long as it's well written and has great characters, I'm happy. :)

[Samir]

Through chapter 12.

(view spoiler)[This Persephone situation is getting on my nerve! She was the wife of their ruler for many years and people are taking Hegner's side. So annoying to read and hopefully this won't last long. I presume her former Shield, now chieftain, is behind her husband's murder so I can see why is he acting like an asshole. Also, chieftain's wife deserves a bitchslap. (hide spoiler)]

[Ahdam]

I've reached chapter 10 I'm on my phone so I won't reveal stuff happening but my god am I enjoying this I'm liking all the main characters (Suri is my fav) the setting feels right as it feels more primitive than in ryria and I'm really curious where the story goes.

Also what do you guys think of the book of Brin texts I find them really interesting being like books like mistborn,Dune or assassins apprentice with the information that is revealed and I'll be interested to see how Brin is tied to this hopefully

[C.P.]

I really enjoy the Book of Brin snippets at the beginning of the chapters. So interesting.

[Justin]

I just finished this and really enjoyed it. It was a very quick read because you want to find out what will happen next. It has an interesting world, intriguing characters--some you'll love, others you'll despise. It's an interesting story and can't wait to see where it goes next.

[C.P.]

I only read two chapters today, but it keeps getting more and more interesting. I'm through chapter 11 now.

(view spoiler)[I'm not sure about these Fhrey who have come. Or what's going on with Arion. Both could make for some interesting developments. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenna, I'd be free if not for Temper & Edgewalker]

C.P. wrote: "I really enjoy the Book of Brin snippets at the beginning of the chapters. So interesting."

I really like them. They're usually very obviously relevant to the chapter or the book overall. I hate when books put some random quotation that vaguely connect.

[Elizabeth]

I'm in chapter 14, definitely enjoying it. So far i have to say Arion's chapters don't grab me ad much.

[Ahdam]

I know what you mean I'm not hugely interested in those parts but it's nice to see stuff happening in the elvenlands as well as the magic I would say the magic is bigger in this world

[Wonderland Wanderer]

Reading all of your comments really made me want to pick this one up. Now added to my never-ending TBR pile!

[C.P.]

Yes, Jenna, I love that they are connected. It makes me want to know more about how they came about.

The Arion chapters aren't as interesting to me either, but still enjoyable. And I'm interested to see how everything will connect.

[Frank]

Samir wrote: "Through chapter 12.

[spoilers removed]"

Ah you will see!!

[Frank]

I have just finished this morning, while I'm not going to mention anything, I will just put my conclusions in a spoiler, and just comment as everyone reads along.
(view spoiler)[ Interesting how everything is neatly resolved with all of our main human characters. However, who is Malcolm and what is he up to, what a cliffhanger? I'm wondering if Sullivan will take this series way into the future and in a way link it up to Riyria books? (hide spoiler)]

[C.P.]

Through chapter 14.

(view spoiler)[Was Konniger involved with Persephone's son and hisband dying? I really want to know. He and Tressa both give me creepy vibes. But maybe it's just that she wants power, not sure. They are being idiots.

The tree told them to trust the gods, so does that mean letting Nyphron in is a good thing? (hide spoiler)]

[C.P.]

Through chapter 16.

(view spoiler)[Ok, does Grin have some hold on Maeve and Konneger? How are they connected?

And what will Arion do when she wakes up? What is the tree telling them?

And I feel like Nyphron and Malcolm must know each other somehow...there seems to be a connection there, I just don't know what. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenna, I'd be free if not for Temper & Edgewalker]

C.P. wrote: "Through chapter 16. "

I've been reading your questions and of course, I'm not going to answer them, but you've got a lot of good ideas going.

[C.P.]

Haha, good to know! This is a really good book.I can't believe it's taken me so long to read something of his!

[Solseit]

I left the book at home so I do not recall exactly which chapter I am at but I am around 50% in.
I have to say that this book is even better than the Riyria Chronicles I read. It is good since the first page, it is maybe a more "mature" book for Michael J. Sullivan and it is just perfect for me.

Also, I am growing really fond of Suri and Malcolm. They just make me smile when they are involved!

[Ahdam]

I know what you mean I like how different each of the characters are with raithe as a barbaric fighter Malcolm as a sheltered slave looking for adventure Persephone who has big shoes to fill and Suri being Suri

Also I really liked the part when they approached the waterfall and had a last word thing before jumping a bit cliche but I really like that scene for some reason

[Solseit]

Ahdam wrote: "I know what you mean I like how different each of the characters are with raithe as a barbaric fighter Malcolm as a sheltered slave looking for adventure Persephone who has big shoes to fill and Su..."
I had a long laugh when Malcolm used the rock for a second time and Raithe makes a comment to him about it. I just found it brilliantly obvious yet well planned and executed!

[Frank]

Jenna wrote: "C.P. wrote: "Through chapter 16. "

I've been reading your questions and of course, I'm not going to answer them, but you've got a lot of good ideas going."
A good observation, hmmm we'll see. CP.

[Frank]

Aristea wrote: "Ahdam wrote: "I know what you mean I like how different each of the characters are with raithe as a barbaric fighter Malcolm as a sheltered slave looking for adventure Persephone who has big shoes ..."

[Samir]

Through chapter 24.

(view spoiler)[So Konniger was the mastermind asshole after all. (hide spoiler)]

[Solseit]

I just finished the book and I had a blast.
The ending also is one of the best I have read in quite some time!

[C.P.]

Glad to hear that, Aristea! I still have about half left, but I'm really enjoying it.

[Ahdam]

Oh man I'm still half way haven't had time to read more yet but hopefully should get it done either by tomorrow or in time to start Malice but at least I know I'll be excited for the end

[Samir]

I'm done. I didn't love it as Riyria but it is a very good start to a new series and considering how it ended, I believe the sequel will be great!

[Ahdam]

Samir wrote: "I'm done. I didn't love it as Riyria but it is a very good start to a new series and considering how it ended, I believe the sequel will be great!"

I know what you mean from what I've read it doesn't have what made Ryiria amazing which was the chemistry between the 2 characters but on its own it is still amazing and I will definitely be continuing this read and I hope we can buddy read the entire series when they come out

In other news I have reached chapter 19 and am still continuing

(view spoiler)[First off the connections between Ryiria and empire is amazing and it feels like a treat I won't spoil it for those who haven't read it but I expect you will have a bit of a surprise if you do decide to read them.

Also Grin the bear did not expect much from him or for the bear to be an important character I wonder what the story is and who tried to kill Persephone and why hopefully we will find out I feel like I'm learning so much

And then there's Trilos a mysterious man who has an obsession with a door and has an interesting past.....I wonder (hide spoiler)]

There are my thoughts what a cracking series MJS has done it again for me and I haven't finished it yet

[Frank]

Samir and Ahdam,
I agree the chemistry in Riyria, between Hadrain and Royce was fantastic. Here we had some great characters and interactions, but I think Michael is going for something more far reaching and time spanning that may not allow for that deep camaraderie .
Otherwise an excellent first book and great twist at the end.

[Elizabeth]

im going to try to finish it tonight, I've been busy this week and haven't had much time. if not tonight, definitely tomorrow.

[Ahdam]

I've just finished and what a pleasure this was to read with the story characters and setting its nice to see this world in a different light as how it REALLY happened and this book has me hooked for the entire series and I can't wait how Michael will take this series to in the future I'll be posting some spoilers in the end so DO NOT READ UNTIL YOU HAVE FINISHED

(view spoiler)[I agree with that the ending left some intrigue such as who is Malcolm and what is his plans especially what is Nyphrons goals and what happens when he reached those goals to be honest this was hook line and sinker for me in this series

Also I feel so bad for Suri and Persephone I think others may have found out earlier but I was still shocked learning about Suri's origin and I can't wait for the revelation that is to come

And of course Mawyndule now his story will be interesting and I wonder how his story will play out in the series and how much of a threat he will be in the future so many questions but I love it (hide spoiler)]

Man after reading this series I need to read revelations again to embrace the story with this new knowledge

[Angus]

It's nice to see so many people enjoying it as much as i did :)

[C.P.]

I need to catch up! Trying to finish off a couple of other books, but should finish this within a few days. And then I will move straight into book two!

[C.P.]

Through chapter 22. (view spoiler)[That has to br hard for Persephone, hearing what Reglan did. And really? He abandoned a baby in the woods? He should have sent them both away. Not killed the child!

And if the bear isn't the child, what's going on? Obviously they have to folliw Minna, but where will that get them? Gonna go read more! (hide spoiler)]

[C.P.]

Through chapter 26. (view spoiler)[Ok, so Suri is Maeve's daughter. Is Reglan the father or not?

I knew there was something off about Konniger! But what was his overall plan? And what was the danger to the dahl that Suri had seen? (hide spoiler)]

[C.P.]

Just finished and I loved this! Really, I can't think of a single thing I didn't like about this book.

(view spoiler)[What is Nyphron planning? I was never very sure how to feel about him and this just makes me question him that much more...why had he ordered Malcolm to kill Segon? And I knew there was some connection there! It was him, not Persephone, that distracted Nyphron while he fought Raithe.

I have so many questions and can't wait to continue. (hide spoiler)]

I will most likely start that advance copy of Age of Swords in thd next day or so. I need more!

[Elizabeth]

Just finished. This reminded me why I love Sullivan so much! I can't wait for the next, to find out more about all these characters.

[C.P.]

This was my first Sullivan, so I'm excited to try more!

[Frank]

The Revelations are fantastic, you must read them.

[Sarah]

C.P. wrote: "This was my first Sullivan, so I'm excited to try more!"

Frank wrote: "The Revelations are fantastic, you must read them."

What Frank said!

[C.P.]

Sarah, I'm working on it now! I should finish Rise of Empire in the next few days. :D