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A Game of Thrones: Book One of A Song of Ice and Fire, George R. R. Martin (Voyager {HarpurCollins, 1996 {Random House Audio, 2011, Narrator: Roy Dotrice)

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Thomas Evans

A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin is an epic high fantasy novel that changed the face of its genre. The first truly post-modern of its kind, it is a compelling read with strong characters. It and its many sequels are, however, cliff-hangers and so may well not appeal to those who actively dislike fantasy. For more go to http://www.sophyanempire.wordpress.com Continue reading →

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The Ghost King: Transitions Book Three, R. A. Salvatore (Wizard’s of the Coast, 2009) {Random House Audio, 2009; Narrator: Mark Bramhall}

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Thomas Evans

The final installment of the Transitions trilogy The Ghost King is a High Fantasy novel by R.A. Salvatore that ties into the most recent incarnation of the Dungeons and Dragons franchise. It ties together and closes the author’s many Forgotten Realms storylines, including those of the popular drow elf ranger: Drizzt Do’Urden, while setting up new possibilities for adventure (both literary and gaming). A solid read for High Fantasy fans and a must read for fans of the Forgotten Realms… see more at: http://www.sophyanempire.wordpress.com Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday to the Archaeologist’s Guide to the Galaxy!

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Thomas Evans

Today marks the one year anniversary of my first post! To mark this day, I’m going to list the top ten most popular posts, and the top ten favorite books I reviewed this year! To see them go to http://www.sophyanempire.wordpress.com

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The Dark Door, Kate Wilhelm (St. Martin’s Press, 1988) {Blackstone Audiobooks 2006; Narrator: Anna Fields}

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Thomas Evans

The Dark Door by Kate Wilhelm is part Science Fiction, part Horror and part Mystery. It is an immediately engaging book with excellent characters and an easy writing style that makes it a joy to read or listen to. Continue reading →

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