Here’s Don D’Ammassa, yet another one of these reading forces of nature (about 1 book per day), on Servant of a Dark God.
This first fantasy novel gets kudos from the outset because the setting was sufficiently different from the usual to make me perk up after only a couple of chapters…This series shows a good deal of promise mixing workmanlike writing with some genuinely interesting ideas. More
Shiny.
They moved the David Drake blurb to the side, lightened the lettering and moved things so the title wasn’t covering the top of Hunger’s head. At first I thought they moved the lettering, but they didn’t. It appears the shrunk Hunger a bit so we could see more of him. Small changes, but I think they make a significant effect. I think the overall effect is better. I like how Hunger looks more menacing in this one. Sugar is different. Don’t know which version of her I like better. I’m leaning to the original. Your thoughts? Either way, we luvs Tor’s art and production department. Here’s the before and after.
Here’s what a few reviewers have to say about Servant of a Dark God.
“Engrossing debut. . . . Readers will be rewarded with a thoroughly enjoyable fantasy adventure.”
~Publishers Weekly
“There are moments of cliffhanger suspense and scenes of tender compassion. Terrible things happen, but powerful good rises to meet the challenge, though this is no “and they all lived happily ever after” kind of story. Face it, a fantasy novel that pulled me in so thoroughly, has to be good.” Full Review
~ Jennie Hansen, Meridian Magazine columnist
“Compelling…will grip readers from the onset.” Full Review
~ Harriet Klausner (probably the most prolific book reviewer in the world: Time, WSJ)
I will be doing a book tour this Fall. Many of the events will be with David Farland (Runelords) and Larry Correia (Monster Hunters International). Here’s the list so far. I will be making updates as we get closer.
Mountains & Plains Independent Booksellers Association Trade Show at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Denver International Airport More
Sugarhouse Barnes & Noble, will include panel and multiple SF/Fantasy authors.
Yea!
In truth it’s not a firm, fast day. The books will begin shipping from the warehouses in late September, so your bookstore may have the books a bit earlier.
University Books, Seattle, WA
4326 University Way N.E.
Seattle, WA 98105
206.634.3400
Borders, Redmond, WA
Redmond Town Center
16549 N.E. 74th St.
Redmond, WA, 98052
425.869.1907 (Near Microsoft Campus)
Powell’s Books, Beaverton, OR
3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
503.228.4651
Starting on Monday, October 19th and running all week long, X96 will be doing book giveaways of Servant of a Dark God. Listen to the morning Radio From Hell program (Gina, Bill, & Kerry), Kerry Jackson’s Geek Show, and Todd Nuke ‘Ems afternoon shows.
Logan Borders, 6-8pm
435-787-0678
Orem Barnes and Noble, 4-6pm
Layton Barnes & Noble, 12-2pm
West Jordan Barnes & Noble, 3-5pm
Books Inc., Mountain View, CA
301 Castro St.
Mountain View, CA 94041
650.428.1234
Bay Book Company in Half-Moon Bay
Or
Barnes & Noble, Fairfield, CA
1600 Gateway Boulevard
Fairfield, CA 94533
707.435.0484
We’ll also be hooking up with editors at World Fantasy in San Jose.
Mysterious Galaxy, San Diego, CA
7051 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
Suite #302
San Diego, CA 92111
858.268.4747
Borders
3700 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90503
Phone: 310.540.7000
Locations TBD
Locations TBD
Locations TBD (this one is still iffy with my schedule)
Tor Books’ production department has moved my book’s release date out one month. I’m getting so antsy to have it hit the stores, but October’s actually a better month, it being closer to the holiday season.
You still might be able to get it earlier if you pre-order. The books actually start shipping in the second half of September. But it takes a few weeks to get them out to all the stores.
