The Silverblood Promise by James Logan Book Review & Reaction | A Perfectly Adequate Fantasy Debut

Mike heads to Saphrona to talk the fantasy debut The Sliverblood Promise by James Logan.
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0:00 Intro & Background
1:17 What Is It About?
2:13 What Makes It Good?
9:39 What Makes It Bad?
12:12 Why You Should Read It
13:49 Final Thoughts
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[@PhilipChaseTheBestofFantasy]

Great review, Mike! You’ve given a strong sense of what this book is all about. Much appreciated!

[@tordawg69]

Currently reading this. On page 260, so exactly halfway through. To me, this reads very much like a Da Vinci Code/Angels and Demons book, very Dan Brown-ish. A lot of running around, find a clue, run to the next destination, rinse and repeat. Makes for an enjoyable read, but nothing earth-shattering. A solid, enjoyable book.

[@spencercorpuz]

I think we had very different takes on this book. I, personally, dont think the diakogue is comparable to Lies of Locke Lamora, and thats kind of what I was expecting from it. LoLL had incredibly clever and funny dialogue, and this felt like I was watching a PG-13 action movie.

[@safinan8008]

Thank you!! For the review, I will definitely read this book. Happy reading to you! 😊

[@astevenswrites]

Have not read it, but I keep seeing ads for it and it sounds intriguing. I've got my plate full with reading for the moment, and a lot of others on my TBR, so we'll see. I'll keep checking out reviews. Thanks for covering it, Mike! Also, glad to see you are all safe and back at it!

[@eternal_napalm6442]

Damn, I got this video at 9 seconds. Was looking forward to this review. Thanks Mike. Glad you are safe from that storm.

[@BooksWithBenghisKahn]

Loved the review! I have a great feel for what kind of read it is now, and while I’ll probably wait until more books are out to try it, in the right mood it sounds like it could be solid

[@EC_Vegas]

Another book to add to the TBR! Thanks Mike!

[@binglamb2176]

Thanks for the review. This one is the next up for me when I finish Dan Simmons' The Terror. I am really looking forward to it.

[@seanmurphy1198]

Thanks to for the review. Never heard of it but will probably check it out.

[@Michael_L_Morrison]

I had a lot of fun with it. I can't wait to read the next one, whenever that will be.

[@ToddsBookTube91]

Todd here. Nice review MIke! This book has some great cover art.

[@geauxreadbooks]

Sounds interesting. The John Gwynne comparisons and connection makes me want to give this a try.

[@williamgwynne]

Can't wait to pick this up!

[@josephnizolek3975]

Good review, just got the novel from Brookenn Binding, looking forward to reading the novel

[@timmyturner5391]

Greetings from Mexico Mike!

[@yeahiguessman]

Super enjoying this one! I also haven't felt bored yet. Been super happy about the pacing and have enjoyed the more light hearted vibe to its "grimdark-ish" setting.

[@psyadj]

just finished this a few days ago and really liked it

[@nicholasg.phaneuf1933]

I just finished it. I found the pacing really good. Ashra is a great character that adds to the duo but she arrives a bit late in the story. I think the trio will be truly put to the test in the sequel.

[@williamrelihan9295]

Bugg and Tehol are legends. Weatherman Mike: big time buddy.

[@Ironworthstriking]

Tor sent me a copy so I'll definitely check it out! If nothing else it sounds like a fun time.

[@NamasteBbooktube]

Great review

[@Lim_Jahey]

Yeah iam more then half way through Definitely enjoying it

[@arabellawillow]

My TBR is waay to long this year ... Il put it about halfway down the list 😅

[@herahagstoz6934]

Just finished listening to this and it’s excellent. I can’t wait for the sequels. I think the best adjective for it would be unexpectedly refreshing. Flea is similar to Arya Stark in her essence. And the comparison to Locke Lamora is fair in the humor and need for character growth and improvement between Lukan and Lamora. I think it’s more fantasy adventure with a grim dark element in addition to other themes such as murder/mystery, paranormal, and sci-fi etc. It’s a lot but it works in this really entertaining way. It’s one of the very few books that I have listened to without switching to something else because I needed a break. I’ve read 1000’s of fantasy novels and this rarely happens for me. The criticism of the plot being interrupted by new intrigues seems to me like how frustrating real life actually is, stuff gets complicated and you get caught up in other things…keep up, deal with it, and actually by the end, you NEED the next installment. Now would be great! Is it the best book ever? No, but it’s still great!

[@highburyful]

This was my most disappointing read this year due to the hype I expected so much more. It went from one scenario to another with miraculous escapes and devoid of tension. I really thought it was a YA novel with a gary sue main character.

[@spencercorpuz]

Same! I was super disappointed by this book. Totally agree on the lack of tension, heavy plot armor, and I don't think I vibes with the dialogue like Mike did. Not to shill my own thing in someone else's channel (feel free to delete this, Mike) but I review it on my channel here in YT, fantasy files podcast, and I think you'd probably find it cathartic haha cause I go into the weird marketing and comparisons the publishers we're making for this one.

[@Speed202]

Manufactured booktube hype 😢....elevated expectations to a fault...

[@spencercorpuz]

@@Speed202 totally

[@Mungdaal304]

Fantasia arc is completed now. I'm really looking forward to seeing what you think of it. Is it down the pipeline at all ?

[@JokerJon00]

"This feels like a video game plot" All I needed to hear to know I won't like it. This is why I watch your reviews - you present how the book/story is, and give us viewers an idea of what we would/wouldn't like about it. Yes, hearing your opinion is nice, but I'm glad you don't rely on it & explain how it is. Great review 👍

[@spencercorpuz]

Definitely a fair point, it's not like LitRPG or something though if that's what you're worried about

[@amisusu]

Have u heard of Micheal Sullivan? he wrote The Riyria Revelations: Theft of Swords | Rise of Empire | Heir of Novron The Riyria Chronicles: The Crown Tower | The Rose and the Thorn | The Death of Dulgath | The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter Legends of the First Empire: Age of Myth | Age of Swords | Age of War | Age of Legend | Age of Death | Age of Empyre. Please do a review on them!

[@mikesbookreviews]

Yep. I even mention those books in this video.

[@michaelkibble740]

Where should I start reading Robin Hobb books ?

[@Mxe00.]

You must read Voyagers of hell. Its mind blowing.

[@saucebot7214]

Thanks for the recommendation. This book sounds really good. Got it on my kindle instantly.

[@amolsonawane1476]

Is it like theft of swords?

[@Talking_Story]

1 foot in 1 foot out I can dig it.

[@JonDoe-xl1ov]

Is Mike reading How you like it Darker?

[@JonDoe-xl1ov]

Mike having a bad year so far with the virus and Tornados 😆

[@JARHuygebaert]

I'm currently at 80% of this book and I must say I am pretty dissapointed. I ignored the hypetrain and just went in without any expectations. The book really felt like a debut - and not in a good way. The plot was clumsy, the characters not very interesting (including the main character and his companion, Flea) and the writing was subpar... I liked it enough to finish, but I don't think I'm going to read the rest of the series

[@spencercorpuz]

Same! I felt the exact same way. People are saying they love Flea, but it's a character I feel like I've seen a million times including the kind of relationship and banter she has with Lucan

[@AngieReviews]

Sounds like a interesting story, but not typically the genre I enjoy

[@AnthonyBencomo]

Is this video spoiler free?

[@TheFunkyFantasyMan]

Would you by chance be willing to read and review my book?

[@jadapandy]

I'll stick with John Gwynne, the better writer.

[@misternegative4918]

I’m excited to check this out. Might wait to read it till the second book is closer to release though.