Blood Song
Blood Song
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Unspecified Continent • Medieval Fantasy World
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Blood Song by Anthony Ryan follows a young individual, Vaelin Al Sorna, who is brought to a militant order as a child. Through rigorous training, Vaelin navigates a world filled with political intrigue, brotherhood, and the discovery of hidden powers. The story explores themes of loyalty, destiny, and the conflicts between personal desires and greater duties.
Adventurous
Suspenseful
Emotional
Gritty
Dark
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Blood Song by Anthony Ryan is celebrated for its engaging narrative and complex world-building. Readers appreciate the well-developed protagonist and the rich, immersive setting. However, some critique the pacing as uneven, with a slow start that picks up later. Overall, it is praised as a solid contribution to the fantasy genre with memorable characters.
Who Should Read Blood Song?
A reader who enjoys complex character development, epic fantasy, and intricate world-building akin to Patrick Rothfuss's The Name of the Wind or Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn series would be captivated by Blood Song by Anthony Ryan. Fans of coming-of-age tales and detailed magic systems will particularly appreciate it.
106,983 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Unspecified Continent • Medieval Fantasy World
2012
Adult
18+ years
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