Assassini The Fallen Blade, Book 1, (Paperback)

from VivalaErin

I didn't love this book, and I really thought I would based on the premise and other reviews. There were a LOT of structural problems in my copy (ie, some of the worst editing I have ever seen!) Many parts were hard to follow because it wasn't clear who was part of the conversation; things like t...

from clfisha

When a beloved author of fast paced sci-fi and noir starts a series in well known (some would say over done) field, it makes me wary. Especially so when I have no love for vampire/werewolf fiction and I guess anyone reading my review should take that into account, you may like it more than I. The...

from VivalaErin

I didn't love this book, and I really thought I would based on the premise and other reviews. There were a LOT of structural problems in my copy (ie, some of the worst editing I have ever seen!) Many parts were hard to follow because it wasn't clear who was part of the conversation; things like t...

from Bibliotropic

This book roared off to a wonderful start, painting a vivid picture of alternate-history Venice, mixing in the always-intriguing supernatural elements of vampires and werewolves and mysterious magic, adding the spice of assassins and political intrigue and the gritty realism of life in the past. ...

from GeraniumCat

The setting is Venice, 1407. La Serenissima is effectively ruled by the Council of Ten, responsible for the security of the republic. Titular head is Duke Marco, descendant of Marco Polo, but the real ruler is his uncle Duke Alonzo, Regent because Marco is a halfwit. To maintain its role as one o...