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The Grey Bastards (The Lot Lands, #1)
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5 astonishing stars to The Grey Bastards! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
When I was contacted by Crown Publishing to read and review two fantasy genre books, I jumped at the chance. Not because this is my typical genre; not at all. That’s not because I don’t like fantasy because I do. For whatever reason, I don’t pick up fantasy books regularly. But I am drawn to these types of TV shows and films, and The Grey Bastards is ready for the screen.
Another thing that is ironic to me is that, while I’m no puritan, the title of this book contains a word I don’t use in my regular vernacular, and here I am typing the word repeatedly. Lol
As I was reading, I instantly thought that The Grey Bastards would appeal to fans of Game of Thrones. It’s brash, graphic in every way, and an epic adventure. It’s been compared to Lord of the Rings, and I can definitely see that comparison, too.
Jackal is a half-orc and a member of a brotherhood of same. Sadly, half-orcs are not accepted into human society, so they are forced live a hard-wrought life in the Lots. The brotherhood is called the Grey Bastards, and they are responsible for protecting the fragile human civilization from the extremely violent full-orcs; kind of intermediary between the humans and the full-orcs.
As with any great story, there are secrets, deep, dark secrets of which Jackal is unaware, and there is a secret that belies the peace between humans and half-orcs. An invasion occurs on the cusp of Jackal learning this news, and it leaves him questioning everything he thought was true.
This book completely transported me to the land of the half-orcs. I could see Jackal and all his compatriots as if it were a movie inside my head. This book is gritty, dark, gruesome, gruff, tough, and wild!
I can see why fantasy fans are eating this book up! It’s fast-paced, transporting, full of action, and an absolute thrill.
Thank you to Kathleen at Crown and Jonathan French for hours of pure entertainment! The Grey Bastards will be published on June 19, 2018.
My reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com
When I was contacted by Crown Publishing to read and review two fantasy genre books, I jumped at the chance. Not because this is my typical genre; not at all. That’s not because I don’t like fantasy because I do. For whatever reason, I don’t pick up fantasy books regularly. But I am drawn to these types of TV shows and films, and The Grey Bastards is ready for the screen.
Another thing that is ironic to me is that, while I’m no puritan, the title of this book contains a word I don’t use in my regular vernacular, and here I am typing the word repeatedly. Lol
As I was reading, I instantly thought that The Grey Bastards would appeal to fans of Game of Thrones. It’s brash, graphic in every way, and an epic adventure. It’s been compared to Lord of the Rings, and I can definitely see that comparison, too.
Jackal is a half-orc and a member of a brotherhood of same. Sadly, half-orcs are not accepted into human society, so they are forced live a hard-wrought life in the Lots. The brotherhood is called the Grey Bastards, and they are responsible for protecting the fragile human civilization from the extremely violent full-orcs; kind of intermediary between the humans and the full-orcs.
As with any great story, there are secrets, deep, dark secrets of which Jackal is unaware, and there is a secret that belies the peace between humans and half-orcs. An invasion occurs on the cusp of Jackal learning this news, and it leaves him questioning everything he thought was true.
This book completely transported me to the land of the half-orcs. I could see Jackal and all his compatriots as if it were a movie inside my head. This book is gritty, dark, gruesome, gruff, tough, and wild!
I can see why fantasy fans are eating this book up! It’s fast-paced, transporting, full of action, and an absolute thrill.
Thank you to Kathleen at Crown and Jonathan French for hours of pure entertainment! The Grey Bastards will be published on June 19, 2018.
My reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com
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April 25, 2018
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June 6, 2018
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June 6, 2018
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June 13, 2018
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Great review, Jennifer! I don't pick fantasy books up regularly either, but I'm going to add this to my reading list. I'm definitely intrigued by this one! ☺
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Thanks so much, Jill! It surprised me, and I’m so pleased that I branched out and tried it!
Wonderful review, Jennifer! I don't typically read books like this either, but this does sound interesting!
Meredith wrote: "Wonderful review, Jennifer! I don't typically read books like this either, but this does sound interesting!"Thanks, Meredith! It definitely held my interest!
Fred wrote: "Excellent review TarHeelReader!"Thanks, Tar Heel buddy! 🐑
Awesome review, Jennifer! Glad you had a ‘fascinating’ time reading this one ;) xoxo
Super review Jennifer! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Wow! This shocks me that you read a fantasy book. That’s awesome! So glad you loved it!!! Fabulous review Jennifer!!!! 💜
Glad you enjoyed this book. Wonderful review! 👍
Lol! I’m shocked too Jennifer! Never thought you would read fantasy! I’ve never tried reading one....yet. Fantastic review!🤗💞
Wow! Fantasy! I’m not a fan of this genre but so glad you enjoyed this!!! 💛💛
Glad you enjoyed darling!! xo
Good for you for reading something different!!! I’m not big on fantasy at all but this does sound intriguing!!!
KAS wrote: "Awesome review, Jennifer! Glad you had a ‘fascinating’ time reading this one ;) xoxo"Thanks, KAS! It was a thrill ride! Xo 💕
Babydimps (Suzy) wrote: "Super review Jennifer! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊"Thanks, Suzy!
Lindsay - Traveling Sister wrote: "Wow! This shocks me that you read a fantasy book. That’s awesome! So glad you loved it!!! Fabulous review Jennifer!!!! 💜"Thanks, Lindsay! I know! It was such an adventure, and so vividly depicted, I was riveted, and it surprised me, too! 💗
Marialyce wrote: "Glad you enjoyed this book. Wonderful review! 👍"Thanks, Marialyce!
Kaceey - Traveling Sister wrote: "Lol! I’m shocked too Jennifer! Never thought you would read fantasy! I’ve never tried reading one....yet. Fantastic review!🤗💞"Thanks, Kaceey! Me, too! I used to read one occasionally, like if a friend strongly suggested one, but definitely not my regular genre. ❤️
Kendall wrote: "Wow! Fantasy! I’m not a fan of this genre but so glad you enjoyed this!!! 💛💛"Thanks, Kendall!
Jenny••Steamy Reads Blog•• wrote: "Glad you enjoyed darling!! xo"Thanks, Jenny! 💗
Gina *loves sunshine* wrote: "Good for you for reading something different!!! I’m not big on fantasy at all but this does sound intriguing!!!"Thanks, Gina! It helped me get my GoT fix(ish) until the show comes back on!
I love Game of Thrones and LOTR but hardly ever read fantasy either. Glad you enjoyed it, I can see how it could be a great escape read 😊
Such a great review! Fantasy doesn’t necessarily appeal to me, but your review makes it sound very interesting.
Fantastic review Jennifer! So glad you stepped out of your comfort zone and really enjoyed this! Love that. :)
I don't usually read Fantasy, but this one sounds great! Might have to try it! Great review, Jennifer!
Fantastic review, Jennifer .
Loved your review, Jennifer, this sounds promising!
Jennifer,Your 5 stars on this one is a BIG stamp of approval for this particular read. Wow, what are the odds on this one? I like the fantasy genre, and I'm looking at that cover like. . . say what now? I'm intrigued!!
yesss Jennifer 😎🙌🏼😎🙌🏼 lovingggg the fact that you read a fantasy book. I’m totally here for it 👏🏼👏🏼 heard great things about this book so ima have to check it out. a super awesome review!! 🧡💜
JanB wrote: "I love Game of Thrones and LOTR but hardly ever read fantasy either. Glad you enjoyed it, I can see how it could be a great escape read 😊"Thanks, Jan! Yes, I was absorbed into that world- total escape!
Kara wrote: "Such a great review! Fantasy doesn’t necessarily appeal to me, but your review makes it sound very interesting."Thanks, Kara! It was definitely a thrilling change of pace for me.
Diane S ☔ wrote: "Terrific review, Jennifer."Thanks, Diane!
Susanne wrote: "Fantastic review Jennifer! So glad you stepped out of your comfort zone and really enjoyed this! Love that. :)"Thanks, Suze! Yes, it was definitely outside my comfort zone but so worth the venture!
Ana wrote: "Great review Jennifer!"Thanks, Ana! ♥️
Mackenzie - Traveling Sister wrote: "I don't usually read Fantasy, but this one sounds great! Might have to try it! Great review, Jennifer!"Thanks, Mack! I look forward to hearing what you think if you do.
Angela M wrote: "Fantastic review, Jennifer ."Thanks, Angela! I know this one is way outside the norm for you too.
Cheri wrote: "Loved your review, Jennifer, this sounds promising!"Thanks, Cheri! I think this book is going to get a lot of attention. It’s a stand-out for sure.
Holly wrote: "Awesome review Jenn!"Thanks, Holls!
Julie wrote: "Jennifer,Your 5 stars on this one is a BIG stamp of approval for this particular read. Wow, what are the odds on this one? I like the fantasy genre, and I'm looking at that cover like. . . say wha..."
I know, right, Julie?! My copy came with a plain cover. I didn’t know you enjoy fantasy! I was told this one trends towards grimdark. If you end up reading it, I cannot wait to see what you think of it!
Svetlana wrote: "yesss Jennifer 😎🙌🏼😎🙌🏼 lovingggg the fact that you read a fantasy book. I’m totally here for it 👏🏼👏🏼 heard great things about this book so ima have to check it out. a super awesome review!! 🧡💜"Yay, Svetlana! Thank you! I love the fact that you are going to read this one, too, and I’ll be able to relive it through your review! 💗
Fantastic review Jennifer 😀 Although I'm not a huge fan of fantasy this sounds like a book I'd quite enjoy. You had me at GOT of LOR!! lol
Thanks, Bookworm! Definitely more on the GOT side- super duper gritty! If you read it, I hope you love it!
