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Jim & Zach spend time discussing the merits of the four-book series The Acts of Caine, by Matthew Stover. They both REALLY enjoyed these books, and remain shocked people don’t commonly talk about them as among the best of modern fantasy fiction. After listening, maybe you’ll agree. — There are some spoilers in this episode, but not that will completely ruin your reading experience, as we don’t give the entire context. Reading for the first time, you’ll still be able to enjoy the series. — And you SHOULD read this! — But if you’ve already enjoyed this series, then our conversation should be very enjoyable for you. We invite your comments!
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Jim & Zach spend time discussing the merits of the four-book series The Acts of Caine, by Matthew Stover. They both REALLY enjoyed these books, and remain shocked people don’t commonly talk about them as among the best of modern fantasy fiction. After listening, maybe you’ll agree. — There are some spoilers in this episode, but not that will completely ruin your reading experience, as we don’t give the entire context. Reading for the first time, you’ll still be able to enjoy the series. — And you SHOULD read this! — But if you’ve already enjoyed this series, then our conversation should be very enjoyable for you. We invite your comments!
Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?
The Acts of Caine: https://t.ly/9u-MX
A Court of Thorns and Roses: https://t.ly/UB9A0
The Faithful and the Fallen: https://t.ly/7tgwY
Channels mentioned in this episode:
Inking Out Loud: https://open.spotify.com/show/2UZni0S6PrOxzAZZNfZmPf
Ways to connect with us:
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges
Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fantasy4theAges
Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages
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Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com
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