Snakewood

Reviews

"Set in a brutal world of subtle magic, clashing empires, and commercial interests, this is an impressive fantasy debut. Selby demonstrates the command of style, character, plotting, and world building of a seasoned author."—Booklist Betrayal and retribution epitomize Selby's epic fantasy/thriller debut, set in an Earth-like, barbaric, drugged-up society reliant on plant-based narcotic concoctions for addictive potions and deadly poisons. His detail-heavy, conversational dialogue in memoir/journal design and his militant, Berserker-ish characters keep pages turning. Perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie.—RT Book Reviews "Not your typical grimdark fantasy....While it's a complex tale, this is also an immensely readable one, and should appeal to fans of the immersive world-building of Brandon Sanderson. Selby constructs his world on a personal, visceral level, making sure we feel everything that happens to the narrators."—BarnesandNoble.com "I give it nothing but the highest recommendation."—Grimdark Magazine "Original and effective ... relish the well-choreographed action scenes."—Library Journal "Contemporary and grimdark as it comes."—British Fantasy Society "Absolutely fascinating and incredibly original."—Sense of Wonder "Wears its grimdark on its sleeve ... a thrilling tale of adventure, betrayal, triumph and loss."—Interzone "Grim mercenaries and badass alchemists brought to life by a bold, assured storyteller."—Peter Newman, author of The Vagrant "A lot to enjoy, especially if you are a fan of dark, gritty, old-soldier stories."—Fantasy Faction "Uniquely dark and gritty fantasy. An intriguing debut."—Bibliosanctum Expand reviews