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Title: The Drawing of the Dark by Tim Powers ISBN: 0-345-43081-6 Publisher: Del Rey Pub. Date: 16 November, 1999 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $11.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 (23 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: An easy and entertaining read - wildly creative.
Comment: Tim Powers has a magical way of finding an odd piece of historical trivia with a little bit of mystery shrouding it, and weaving a fantastic story of mystical forces and occult arts around it.
The story revolves around one Brian Duffy, and brings to the surface such mythological characters as the Irish hero Finn Mac Cool, Sigmund, King Arthur, and Dionysus. Powers seems to love the myth of the Fisher King, and this has been a recurring theme through many of his novels.
It is obvious that this is one of his earlier works, a lack of depth can be felt in the historical details as well as the writing style. But the plot is an engaging one - this author is wildly creative. The Drawing of the Dark is an easier read than some of his other works, and quite entertaining.
If you love what he does with the Fisher King storyline, read Last Call, Expiration Date, and Earthquake Weather. If you enjoy his habit of weaving an occult story around historical fact, make sure you read Declare.
Rating: 5
Summary: Excellent
Comment: An excellent read, one of my favourite books. Nice to see it back in print. It's entertaining.
Rating: 4
Summary: A great mix of myth, legend, history and fantasy
Comment: This book offered a wonderful mix of history, fantasy, allegory, mythological creatures, and a middle-aged, drunken, grumpy hero. What's not to like?
Okay, if I had to pick something to criticize, I'd say that I found the plot a little slow at times. Also, the ending seemed a little rushed to me, and it didn't give me that sense of closure I was hoping for.
However, the writing style was gorgeous. Very atmospheric, beautifully detailed, mixed with just the right amount of humor. A perfect blend.
The characterization was also spectacular. Aurelianus / Merlin was my favorite character... but then again, that might just be my thing for cute old wizards again. I liked Duffy also. His grumpy attitude made him more endearing than any swash-bucking hero attitude he might have had. I also liked Bluto. Then again, I have a thing for hunch-backs too. ;)
And last but not least, I was utterly stunned when I finally realized where the title comes from! I won't give it away though... needless to say, it's very clever!
I'm looking forward to reading more Tim Powers novels. This was a very promising start, and I hear it only getts better from here! :)
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Title: The Anubis Gates by Tim Powers ISBN: 0441004016 Publisher: Ace Books Pub. Date: January, 1997 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: Declare by Tim Powers ISBN: 0380798360 Publisher: HarperTorch Pub. Date: 01 June, 2002 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Last Call by Tim Powers ISBN: 038072846X Publisher: Avon Pub. Date: 01 December, 1996 List Price(USD): $15.95 |
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Title: Expiration Date : A Novel by Tim Powers ISBN: 0812555171 Publisher: Tor Fantasy Pub. Date: 15 December, 1996 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Earthquake Weather by Tim Powers ISBN: 0812555198 Publisher: Tor Fantasy Pub. Date: 15 November, 1998 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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