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Liked It Rated 5 stars “The Scavenger Trilogy is basically a mystery story in a fantasy setting, with a healthy dose of philosophy and lots of technical details about everything from swordfighting to blacksmithing. That sounds like an odd mix, but it works amazingly well. Only be prepared that you won't find many of the...” see full review » see other reviews »

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  • Rated 1 stars

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  Ray wrote this review Sunday, August 15, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No

  
  
  • Rated 5 stars

  “The Scavenger Trilogy is basically a mystery story in a fantasy setting, with a healthy dose of philosophy and lots of technical details about everything from swordfighting to blacksmithing. That sounds like an odd mix, but it works amazingly well. Only be prepared that you won't find many of the usual fantasy trademarks in these books - there is no magic or mystical creatures, and it turns the average fantasy heroes and plots upside-down.
  The world is difficult to live in, the characters have to face everyday problems such as finding places to sleep and earning a living, and the main characters will often make mistakes, get used by others and made to feel embarrassed, stupid and in lots of pain. Parker tells his/her story in a mordant tone, sometimes cynical and often very funny. I recommend it highly, but would suggest reading the entire trilogy in succession, as there is a lot to keep track of. You will have to wait awhile before everything makes sense, but it's well worth it in the end.”

  Oubliette wrote this review Friday, August 6, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No