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At long last, we've made it through another Steven Erikson Malazan tome. And we loved it! Ryan, Josh & Stephen do their best to cover the plot here, but we know we aren't experts. Let us know what we missed as we prepare for Memories of Ice! Also, how many times will Stephen mispronounce Raraku and ochre: cool word or nah? Next Up: The Crimson Campaign by Brian McClellan Followed By: The Fires of Heaven by Robert Jordan Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord:  https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King "This Is For Coltaine..." by Kit Soden

Join us for our series covering the pre-release chapters of Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! In these chapters our heroes do what they do best and we get more details on what we missed in between books. Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

The full Fantology Five crew is back with our submissions for Top Fantasy Character Duos ft. the Weasley Twins, Frodo & Sam, and many more! We also cover news in the community from July, including Rothfuss' editor controversy, Netflix releases and The Way of Kings Kickstarter. Follow us on Twitter and watch for our request for submissions to the upcoming August tournament! Next Up: Deadhouse Gates by Steven Erikson Followed By: The Crimson Campaign by Brian McClellan Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Harry tangles with the White Court in Jim Butcher's ninth Dresden Files novel, with explosive results. Ben & Stephen break down the novel and discuss where it ranks in the series and where the Dresdenverse is going from here. Plus, how prevalent are white court vampires? We're seeing them on hit TV shows! Next Up: July Fantasy News + Top Fantasy Duos Followed By: Deadhouse Gates by Steven Erikson Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Join us for our series covering Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! Tor is releasing a couple chapters a week online as we gear up towards the big November 17th release. In this episode we meet a new type of enemy and a new type of technology (albeit one with a familiar friend on board).  Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Voldemort is back and so are Dan and Nathan to discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, the book that forever changed the landscape of the wizarding world. Join us as we discuss the organization of the Triwizard Tournament, the Bulgarian Quidditch strategy and the losers at the Yule Ball. Also, was Cho Chang really the hostage Harry should have rescued? Next Up: White Night by Jim Butcher Followed By: July Fantasy News + Top Fantasy Duos Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Join us for our series covering Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! Tor is releasing a couple chapters a week online as we gear up towards the big November 17th release. In this first episode we cover the prologue from Navani's point of view and start to see the fallout from Oathbringer from a familiar setting. Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Fantology goes old school with Tolkien's classic that started it all. Stephen, Ben & Josh provide some fresh takes, break down the legacy of The Lord of the Rings and draw comparisons to modern fantasy. Finally, we finish of the review with Top & Bottom 3 character rankings. Also, how many times can we mispronounce Moria, Bombadil & Galadriel? Next Up: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling Followed By: White Night by Jim Butcher Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

Mike's Book Reviews joins us for our review of the latest and greatest Dresden Files entry from Jim Butcher. Still fresh of the press from its release last week, Peace Talks has been somewhat divisive amongst the fanbase, with the consensus being that we'll need to wait for the follow-up entry in a couple months before a fair assessment can be made. Join us for an entertaining conversation as we break down the plot and discuss our opinions of Peace Talks! Plus, name your favorite Cheerio box Twitch streamer! Next Up: The Fellowship of the Ring by JRR Tolkien Followed By: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King

A Hero's Journey Podcast joined us to review Anthony Ryan's debut entry, Blood Song. This one features quite the hero protagonist in Vaelin Al Sorna - not someone you'd ever want to cross blades with. We break down Vaelin's story, discuss where the series is going from here and recap our favorite moments from the book. Plus, what's the better comparison here: Name of the Wind or A Song of Ice and Fire? Next Up: Peace Talks by Jim Butcher Followed By: The Fellowship of the Ring by JRR Tolkien Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Check out our exclusive Merch in our Spreadshirt shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fantology/ Music: "New Dawn" by Terry Devine-King