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Book Review: Drakomunda by Guy Quartley

Book Details:

Author: Guy Quartley
Release Date: September 19, 2022
Series:
Genre: Dark Fantasy, Magic, Horror
Format: E-book 
Pages: 577 pages
Publisher: –
Blurb:
Over millennia, lives interconnect. Their interweaving paths are shaped by a clash of mystical forces: the conflicting powers of a poisonous star and the serpentine soul of the Earth itself.

Review

Rating: 4 out of 5.

Drakomunda by Guy Quartley is a dark and thrilling journey that took me deep into a world of apocalyptic landscapes and mystical intrigue. Quartley’s vivid storytelling had me hooked from the start, as I followed the protagonist’s harrowing journey from the dry city of Kul to the haunting port of Fling. The narrative, laden with a deadly plague and supernatural elements, was both intense and captivating.

The characters in this novel truly brought the story to life. Each character, especially the enigmatic sorceresses Bronwyn and Phaedra, was richly developed and added a fascinating layer to the dark world Quartley created. Their complex desires and emotions made the story more than just a fantasy; it was a deep exploration of the human condition amidst chaos.

However, the unrelenting darkness of the book was at times overwhelming. The constant shadow of doom, while impressively portrayed, sometimes overshadowed the novel’s more subtle nuances. Despite this, Drakomunda stands out for its compelling blend of horror and fantasy, wrapped in a narrative that’s both complex and deeply human.


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