SFF

The Grace of Kings

by Ken Liu
Saga: S. & S. (Dandelion Dynasty, Bk. 1). Apr. 2015. 640p. ISBN 9781481424271. $27.99; ebk. ISBN 9781481424295. FANTASY
COPY ISBN
Not many generations after one of the kings of Dara rose and united all the kingdoms under his own imperial flag, others plot to destroy the Imperium and restore the old realms. Two men who grew up under imperial rule are fun-loving, easygoing Kuni Garu and the noble scion and fierce warrior Mata Zyndu. Both find their purpose in the wars against the Imperium, but when that enemy is vanquished, their differing natures set them on an inevitable path to conflict.
VERDICT A long-awaited debut novel from award-winning short story writer Liu, this is the first volume of what looks to be a chewy, epic fantasy series. The plot builds slowly, but the author is clearly planning for the long haul. Rather than drawing on a medieval Europe influence for his world, Liu has pulled in Asian cultural touches, which make for a nice change.
Reviewed by Megan M. McArdle , Mar 15, 2015
Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

MEDIA

The Gilded Crown
by Gordon, Marianne
MEDIA

Chaos Terminal
by Lafferty, Mur
FICTION

Daughter of Chaos
by Webb, A.S.
FICTION

Shadow of the Eternal Watcher
by Mendoza, Josh
FICTION

The Watermark
by Mills, Sam
FICTION

Death of the Author (Deluxe Limited Edition)
by Okorafor, Nnedi
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?