Fantology

A steampunk, young adult & alternative universe setting is not our usual cup of tea in a book. But here it works, and works well. The His Dark Materials series is as enticing as it is controversial, and we discuss the nature of that controversy and how it should be handled as you read. There is some deep symbolism here with meanings which may be unsettling to some readers. Plus, looking for the best way to get rich as a kid and fool your grandparents? 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

The Wheel of Time begins turning for us in our review of the first book of the series. These books are foundational in every sense of the word! Jordan built from Tolkien and then in turn has influenced the popular authors of today. Speaking of, how well does the series stand up when read 30 years after its initial publication? Plus, check out our Power Rankings of characters from the first book! 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

No sophomore slump for Golden Son, the second book in the Red Rising trilogy! The middle entry continues to astound us with its unique formula of unforgettable non-stop action intermixed with poignant character moments. We discuss our favorite characters & scenes and speculate how Pierce Brown was able to keep the plot twisting and turning so effectively. Plus, yet another spelling error shames Fantology! 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

In this episode we review the entirety of The Witcher saga - video games, books & TV show. After the release of the Netflix show the books have had a huge surge in popularity and fans have been calling for another video game. Why has this series been so successful and what's the best medium for this story to be told in anyway? Plus, we apologize for knowing nothing about the noble country of Poland. 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

If you like werewolves, you'll like the second book of the Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. This one is still a little slow with a simple plot, but it continues to build up towards the brilliance of the series that's manifest later on. Plus, some of us are unaware that werewolf is a real word with a canonized spelling. You learn something new every day! 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

This new dark fantasy book is the best urban fantasy we've read since Dresden Files. And that's high praise coming from Josh! The setting, characters and prose combine to form the beginning of a promising series that captivates the reader's attention from beginning to end. Plus, how come we missed out on joining a secret society in college? 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

The First Law Trilogy is the hallmark of grimdark fantasy. Gritty and hyper-realistic, this series is not for the faint of heart or weak of stomach. However, for those that have the fortitude there is a lot to love in the raw connection to characters & superb prose craft. This series is a new favorite - we're excited to read more Abercrombie! Plus, who is Louis XIV and where is France anyways? 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

We're looking ahead to a big 2020 of fantasy books, movies and TV shows. As always there are new offerings from Marvel, plus Amazon's Wheel of Time & Lord of the Rings adaptations. Sanderson's new Stormlight Archive entry headlines 2020's book releases, but there are a few others we'll be reading as well! Plus, when can we expect more Song of Ice & Fire & Kingkiller Chronicles and are the authors obligated to deliver? 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

Red Rising is a classic mashup of The Hunger Games, Percy Jackson, Lord of the Flies & Ender's Game. However, this fast moving book is more than the sum of its parts. There are plenty of rough edges here as Red Rising sets up for the rest of the series, but overall we enjoyed the book and look forward to reading more Darrow! Also, who has time for camelCase during a podcast? 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

Our first segment of Fantasy News is a recap of a momentous 2019. Game of Thrones went out with a whimper and The Witcher came in with a bang. The Boys, The Umbrella Academy, Watchmen and several Marvel offerings commanded our viewing attention. Our literary eyeballs saw Lightbringer & Licanius come to an end. Plus, we mix up heroine Starlight with Sanderson's newest YA offering and can't wait for Wheel of Time on Prime! 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