Dated but good

[vr_trakowski]

I've read Emma Bull's (coffeeem) more recent works, but I have to admit that I prefer her earlier stuff, though I'm not sure why.  War for the Oaks is urban fantasy at its best; a strong heroine, interesting conflicts, humor and darkness, and fae that are dangerous.  I adore the Phouka.  And I want everybody's clothes, even though they wouldn't fit me. 

The music and styles are inevitably dated, given the framework, but that doesn't lessen my enjoyment.  I actually put together a playlist with the music the band plays, or at least as much of it as I could gather.  

It's a fun book, and like so much else of Ms. Bull's work, I want a sequel.  There's that tour, after all...  *grin*  

Comments

[snowydragon1776.livejournal.com]

I read Bone Dance and loved it. I definitely like her writing style.

[vr-trakowski.livejournal.com]

I think that is my favorite of her works, though "Falcon" and "Finder" run close seconds. It took me ages the first time to figure out Sparrow's secret! :P

[snowydragon1776.livejournal.com]

She did an excellent job of hiding what Sparrow was. :)