It has been a long time since I have read a fantasy novel! I came across an article recommending some “classic” fantasy books, and this one stood out enough to check it out from the library.
And it was good! Although it was quite short and written in a fairy-tale style it features a very well-developed world that sounded fascinating and beautiful. I like that the story is not one hero against some all-powerful evil being but instead about one person against himself.
Since this book is about 50 years old some of the situations and moments in this book are the sources of echoes that I’ve seen in other books and movies over the years. It is important to remember that this one came first.
So, great book, quick read, and maybe it could use more dragons – the one brief chapter on confronting a dragon had me wanting more.
Next I am reading Presumed Guilty by Scott Turow.
