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I'm looking for fantasy, preferably modern (urban/magical realism rather than otherworld), preferably with a bit of romance in it. No vampires, please.
Anything fit that criterion or should I stick with writing my own?
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quote:Originally posted by dkw: Emma Bull's War for the Oaks.
Darn, my library doesn't have that one. It has a couple of others -- "Finder" and "Bone Dance" -- those any good? (From the blurb, they aren't exactly what I'm looking for, but they're free and I can decide if I like her style, at least. )
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Dresden Files (Jim Butcher) would be my suggestion if you haven't already given them a try. Technically they do have vampires, but they're not Twilight-esque vamps in general.
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Read them all and am eagerly awaiting #11 (12? I've lost track!) this spring!
Jim Butcher is a local author. I found out last time he put out a book that he always has a book signing at a local Barnes and Noble right after the release date so I'll be doing that again.
And yes, they do have vampires but I'm ok with them since they're monsters instead of romantic heroes. Well, the white court is interesting, but anyway...
But definitely a good idea, since I very much enjoy them! Posts: 2392 | Registered: Sep 2005
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They are good, but not what you are looking for. Her style varies, so if you don't like those, you should still try to get ahold of War for the Oaks. Interlibrary loan, perhaps?
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It's interesting you're looking for modern fantasy because it's generally a subgenre I avoid entirely. I even avoid most Earth-bound fantasy.
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Interlibrary loan! That's a good idea. I've never used it, actually, but there's a first time for everything.
quote:Originally posted by dabbler: It's interesting you're looking for modern fantasy because it's generally a subgenre I avoid entirely. I even avoid most Earth-bound fantasy.
If you ever get bored with other-world fantasy, you might want to try a few. It's a very diverse sub-genre, with some much better than others. If you've not liked some of it, you could easily have just picked the wrong subject/author. You should definitely read mine, when I finish it and get it published.
I don't read much other-world fantasy anymore. I used to, but it's all so similar and I'm sick of quests. Most of it reminds me of a big D&D game. There are books I've read in which I can literally hear the dice rolling around in my head. Something will happen and I'll go, "Oops! Botched that roll, didn't you?" (David Eddings, Terry Brooks...)
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quote:Originally posted by Christine: I'm looking for fantasy, preferably modern (urban/magical realism rather than otherworld), preferably with a bit of romance in it. No vampires, please.
Anything fit that criterion or should I stick with writing my own?
Arial, by Steven Boyett. He just came out with a sequel, which I haven't read yet.
Prince Ombra, by Roderick MacLeish
Dies the Fire, by S.M.Stirling. This is the first book of a trilogy. The third book of the sequel trilogy is out already. I don't know for sure if this fits.
The Family Trade, by Charles Stross. Four or five books so far. Should suit you.
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quote:Originally posted by dkw: They are good, but not what you are looking for. Her style varies, so if you don't like those, you should still try to get ahold of War for the Oaks. Interlibrary loan, perhaps?
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The Summoner by Mercedes Lackey is the first of one of my favorite trilogy's, its little universe is random and a bit oddball by design. The funniest character is a talking cat who reveals that he speaks french, astounding his magical owner "You speak french?" the cat simply replies "Im a cat" its a running gag that he explains much of the universe and his understanding of it with those three words.
Its modern day, fantasy, politely lascivious at times and the writer isnt shy about making fun of her own characters.
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Christine, out of curiosity have you tried any other Dresden-like series out there and liked them? It sounds like we're in similar boats there and I've toyed with reading some Kim Harrison or something, but don't know if they're any good.
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quote:Originally posted by TheGrimace: Christine, out of curiosity have you tried any other Dresden-like series out there and liked them? It sounds like we're in similar boats there and I've toyed with reading some Kim Harrison or something, but don't know if they're any good.
Unfortunately, no. I actually did a search the other day for "books like The Dresden Files" and came up with a few authors, but the biggest problem I have is that I either need book in large print or on tape. The Library for the Blind if woefully short in this genre. If I'm really nice to him, my husband will read me books sometimes...that's how I've read all The Dresden Files. Luckily, he likes those too.
Most of these authors aren't available through the Library for the Blind. I did put in a request for ones by Stross, Bull, and Stirling, although not the titles suggested. If I like the authors enough, I'll wheedle to get my husband to read more to me.
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