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My rating: 4 of 5 starsIn this novel that evokes the feeling and environment of the Tang Dynasty of 8th century China, we meet Shen Tai, son of one of the greatest generals serving the Emperor. He has spent the last two years honoring the spirits of the dead of both sides of his father's … Continue reading Friday Review: Under Heaven (Under Heaven #1) by Guy Gavriel Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 starsIn this historical fantasy, Kay once again takes us on a journey through time. Fifteen-year-old Ned Marriner is in Aix-au-Provence with his celebrated photographer father. Edward Marriner is photographing local places for an upcoming book. While his father and his assistant, Melanie, are working on shooting the exterior of a … Continue reading Friday Review: Ysabel by Guy Gavriel Kay
Lord of Emperors by Guy Gavriel Kay My rating: 4 of 5 stars I am a fan of Kay's books. I enjoy his use of language, his always engaging characters, and the detail he brings to his worlds. Based on the real world Byzantine empire, this duology (the first book is Sailing to Sarantium) is … Continue reading Friday Review: Lord of Emperors (Book 2 of The Sarantine Mosaic) by Guy Gavriel Kay
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