Midnight Tides (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #5)
Midnight Tides (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #5)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
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BetaMidnight Tides (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #5)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005960
Novel • Fiction
Letheras • Fantasy World
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Midnight Tides by Steven Erikson, the fifth novel in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series, explores themes of conquest, survival, and the complexities of loyalty through multiple perspectives in a richly detailed fantasy world. This installment introduces readers to the Tiste Edur and their struggles amidst political and mystical turmoil.
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Review Roundup
Steven Erikson's Midnight Tides has been praised for its intricate and expansive world-building, compelling character arcs, and complex political intrigue. However, some readers have found its dense prose and slow pacing challenging. Overall, it retains the depth and richness expected of the Malazan series, appealing to dedicated fans of epic fantasy.
Who Should Read Midnight Tides (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #5)?
A reader who enjoys Midnight Tides by Steven Erikson is likely an avid fan of complex, multi-threaded epic fantasies. They would appreciate comparisons to George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series and J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, favoring intricate world-building, political intrigue, and morally gray characters.
49,503 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Letheras • Fantasy World
2005
Adult
18+ years
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