First things first, I got this book from NetGalley, so thank you netgalley and Angry Robots for this opportunity.Lets be honest, I love jumping in the middle of a series (as I did with many series' such as GoT, Harry Potter etc.). I like to delve into a story already in flow, and that fact might have influenced me a bit of my liking this book, although the guest post by James A. Moore did help. But the two warring (or soon to be warring) factions were depicted very nicely in this novel through t...

"One cannot meet with gods and remain unaltered." The Blasted Lands is James A. Moore's second book in the Seven Forges series. This book was very middle of the road for me. There are certain aspects that I am enjoying, but nothing has happened to really push it into that really good or great territory. I mentioned in my review of Seven Forges that it was a good foundation book for the rest of the series. I still had that same feel with this book. Like is still in that foundation phas

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THE BLASTED LANDS picks up exactly where SEVEN FORGES left off.After one of the Sa'ba Taalor murder the Emperor of Fellein, his cousin, Nachia Krous, ascends to the throne. Merros Dulver is promoted to General of the Empress's Army. Andover Lashk continues his journey to the Blasted Lands in order to learn, and thank the Daxar Taalor--in person--for the gift of his new hands.In this second book of a projected trilogy, we learn much more about the ways of the Sa'ab Taalor, and their gods. The rea...

Originally reviewed at Bookwraiths.The Blasted Lands is that dreaded second book in a series. You know, the one that is suppose to build upon all the good things from the first installment while adding just enough new plots and lore to keep the story fresh but without actually revealing the ending that will come in a book or two. Honestly, writing a second installment in a fantasy series is a hard juggling act for any author, but in my opinion, Mr. Moore not only succeeds with The Blasted Lands

originally posted at: http://thebookplank.blogspot.com/2015...Back in 2013 I read many great books of Angry Robot and one of them was Seven Forges by James A Moore. James A. Moore has written numerous books in the Horror genre and Seven Forges was his first venture into the Epic Fantasy and one that paid off very well. When I read Seven Forges I was amazed with the story, so many elements working together and you could clearly see that James A. Moore wasn't scared to bring in some Horror element...

So what is The Blasted Lands?A true episodic sequel, James A. Moore begins The Blasted Lands where Seven Forges ends, and only manages to write a more compelling version of the Sa'ba Taalor in the process by removing the veil and sending us deep into the heart of their mysterious culture with once disgraced now embraced Andover Lashk and his magnificent character arc. The mountainous Tusk grabs the cover of this one, with Drask the last and Swech the next, but again its the enigmatic Sa'ba Taalo...

While Merros Dulver prepares the Empire of Fellein for the possibility of war with the Sa'ba Taalor, Desh Krohan sends an expedition to the Blasted Lands to find The Mounds, the one place the gods of the Taalor forbid them to go...I got this from Angry Robot via NetgalleyThe Blasted Lands picks up where Seven Forges left off. Andover is learning the ways of the Sa'ba Taalor. Merros is in charge of the Imperial Army. And a new empress is crowned. When Tusk invites the Empire to parley, what does

The Emperor is dead. Murdered in his own palace by someone he welcomed as a guest. Desh Krohan, Merros Dulver, and the soon to be named Empress Nachia Krous are preparing for war against the most dangerous force they've ever imagined.The Blasted Lands is a slow burn of a book. I was expecting war to break out immediately, but instead this book was another build up book. Many secrets are revealed before the book ends and the conclusion is jaw dropping. I wish that conclusion came much sooner as I...

This review was originally posted on Avid Reviews: www.avidfantasyreviews.wordpress.comThe Blasted Lands is the second book in the Seven Forges trilogy. I reviewed the first book in the series, Seven Forges, here: http://avidfantasyreviews.wordpress.c...As I mentioned in this review, Seven Forges is written in the tone of a prequel, and though I liked it, I was much more excited to read Blasted Lands. The end of Seven Forges really hooks the reader, and it is not until the last few chapters that...

I enjoyed this book a great deal, the first part of The seven forges series I loved and while this is a bit slower read and a bit more focused on the world building (which earns pluses with me) I still ate it up.There is a SERIOUS fight coming the third installment, I so look forward to reading it.This series is a definite beach read, pick it up.

Not saying I am behind in my reviews. But since I have just finished book 3 and book 2 is still not reviewed will probably give you a good indication on just how much I wanted to see what happened next after this book.This series has me hooked, I have really enjoyed the story so far and I can already tell you, it gets even better in book 3. This is a sword and sorcery funfest. Great characters, interesting races, good world building and some hidden plots that has me second guessing on whats goin...

*** 4.44 ***A buddy read with the violent Fantasy enthusiasts at BB&B! Let's slaughter some monsters!!!The Empire of Fellein has a new Empress and a very new and unusual enemy - the Sa'ba Taalor, the gray monster riding veiled warriors, who have proven they do not play when it comes to playing for keeps. The Fellein people are disoriented and apprehensive. They have grown comfortable in their rule over the 12 civilized kingdoms and the strength to repel all and every threat to their supremacy. T...

The Blasted Lands is the second book in the Seven Forges series and to be honest it is of a similar quality to the first. It shares all the same strengths ad weaknesses. After the happenings at the end of the first book the Empire of Fellein and the Sa'ba Taalor are both readying for war. Merros is tasked with the responsibility of whipping the Fellein army into a force capable of matching the Sa'ba Taalor. The mage Desh Krohan and his apprentices are seeking allies to aid Fellein from various s...

July 2017 Amazon kindle deal of the month for $2.99Read with the crew at at Buddies Books & BaublesThis is really just a so-so read for me fantasy wise. One the one hand some of the world stuff is interesting with the Sa’ba Taalor and the way their gods work. But on the other hand there is a lot of stuff that isn’t as interesting to me and I’m just waiting for something to happen. Maybe I’m used to more epic fantasies and so I’m used to a long wait and then the big pay out. I felt like there wa...

Strong 4 - 4.5. http://lynnsbooks.wordpress.com/2014/...The Blasted Lands is the second book in the Seven Forges series written by James a Moore. My review of The Seven Forges is here. Now, if you haven't read No.1 in the series you should be warned that this review will undoubtedly contain spoilers for that book! Be warned. The first book in the series got off to a really good start. I had a few niggles and I can't say I was in love with the cliffhanger ending - given the waiting time to find o...

3.5 stars. Ok. I didn't love it but I also couldn't leave it alone. I don't normally like books where characters remain sketchy, but somehow the combination of events, characters and the world building keep me intrigued and wanting to know more. The writing is a little jarring at times but also simple to read which keeps things flowing nicely. Does 'Pretty good' sound Luke warm? I don't mean it to because I liked it.I probably will be curious enough to continue with the series. Afterall, it is n...

I got this book early through First Reads and figured I would write a review as thanks.The Blasted Lands is a solid second book in a series. The book doesn't have as much action as the first one but it focuses on setting up the big conflict that appears to be coming in the next book. Merros continues to be my favorite but Andover seems to be developing into a bigger player and I look forward to seeing more of them both. Overall this book was enjoyable despite the fact that not a whole lot actual...

That ending was pretty freaking awesome! For the record; there wasn't enough of Drask in the book and I have already said I am in love with him from the first book. I was thrilled to read about Andover Iron Hands and how much his life changed when he went back to be with the Sa'ba Taalor. He had to go through some trials in order to meet with one of their gods. I just think the whole thing with Andover was freaking awesome, these were my favorite parts of the book! Swech wasn't in the book too m...

Simply addicting. The story is the best element of this book, the pace of the telling the second and the cliffhanger technique is mastered. I need to go right away to the third book of the series. One thing I appreciate is that the book are kept to the right size, this book could be particularly bad in case editing was not done properly.