Anthony Ryan is a new fantasy author destined to make his mark on the genre. His debut novel, Blood Song, certainly has it all: great coming of age tale, compelling character, and a fast-paced plot. If his first book is… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“Bah!” Magnus scoffed. “Humans always blame dwarves. A baby goes missing and it was a dwarf that stole it. A princess runs off with a second son of a king and it was a dwarf who lured her to a deep prison. And when they find her with the prince—lo, she was rescued! “A king is stabbed in the back… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share
Stealing swords,” Royce muttered mostly to himself. “Okay, let’s take a look at this tower. The sooner I see it, the sooner I can… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
Happiness comes from moving toward something. When you run away, ofttimes you bring your misery with you. — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“I notice you didn’t include a blade with your new attire,” Royce said. “Not even a little jeweled dagger.” “Lords no.” Albert looked appalled. “I don’t fight.” “I thought all nobles learned sword fighting.” Royce looked to Hadrian. “I thought so too.” “Nobles with competent fathers perhaps. I spent my formative years at my aunt’s at Huffington Manor. She held… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share
“You're not going to charge us for the tower, I hope," Hadrian said. "But if you are, it was Royce's fault and should come… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“Verily, for nine hundred years have I lost. Everyone I knew is dead, the empire gone, and who knows in what state the world… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“Your Majesty?” Alric looked up at the thief with a scowl. “I just want to say for the record that as far as royal… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“There always seemed to be a better way, except when it came to people. Once broken, people couldn't be repaired.” — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
Another last-minute, good-deed job,” Royce grumbled as he stuffed supplies into his saddlebag. “True,” Hadrian said, slinging his sword belt over his shoulder, “but this is at least a paying job.” “You should have told him the real reason we saved him from Trumbul— because we wouldn’t see the hundred tenents otherwise.” “That was your reason. Besides, how often do… — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share
If this hast been done to language, I fear to know the fate of all else. — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
“When going forward doesn't get you where you need to be, going back will at least keep you moving” — Michael J. Sullivan Copy Share Image
