Why You Should Read Malazan Book of the Fallen

[@bookishlybookish]

Steven Erickson just reposted this video on FB. You're rockin it, girl!

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe yay, that makes me smile ☺️

[@deebzscrub]

I'm in the "this series made me more empathetic" camp. Erikson does an amazing job of showing everything from different perspectives and it honestly helped to change my entire worldview.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I love hearing that!

[@Johanna_reads]

Erikson's prose, characterization, and world is phenomenal. As far as I can tell, the emotional response and call to compassion this series generates is unparalleled. I was very moved by the stories you shared. This is truly a life-changing series. The compassion quote from Memories of Ice is one of my favorites, and I loved the one you shared from Bonehunters. Fantastic video, Brittany! 🦖 🤍 🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you! So glad you’re enjoying the series ☺️

[@friendlyneighborhoodanthro475]

Omgg hi anthropologist here: this series and Steven Erickson are so well known !! I’m glad that other people love them just as much as we have!

[@BookswithBrittany]

He has truly created something so special and unique !

[@EricMcLuen]

And he uses potsherds correctly.

[@IskarJarak]

❤️ lasers & fireballs. Thanks for shining a light on the books 🙏

[@BookswithBrittany]

My pleasure ☺️

[@Flacopro40]

I just saw this video. Gotta say, the dinosaurs with swords for hands sold me, though I have no idea how that would work.

[@violetbliss4399]

I can't even recall how many times I have re-read the series and it's just never tedious; instead I keep finding new nuggets. I think what makes it powerful to me is the emotional and humorous sides, it makes you think and reflect without feeling overly preachy about certain themes, and I think it is more effective because it is not something you expect. When I first read these books, I didn't even know that grimdark and such was a thing, and honestly it never occured to me as the focus either. There are dark themes but they are more a vehicle to encompass the beautiful things that shine through. It is simply one of the high points of fantasy as a whole. I also want to add that it is so nice to see that more are discovering the books. I discovered them around when House of Chains had just been released, and some time later places such as Malazan empire forums and stuff, but it was hard to find places to discuss the series beyond that. So it's wonderful that you & others that are voices on these internet plains are bringing it to light, letting yet more people find it and give it a chance. :)

[@immersedinpages3712]

Brittany.. You uploaded this right after I started Gardens of the Moon an hour ago OH MY GOSH I'M SOOOO HAPPY LOL The coincidence 🥰

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe yay!

[@OneMoreMeme_INeedYou]

Your infectious energy and passion plus the collection of great comments is sure to sell the series for people on the fence, and in that respect, I must thank you for doing such a service for the community. Looking forward to your thoughts on Reapers Gale. 🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

RG video will be up soon! I love spreading the love for this series!

[@CrippledPrincess]

Omg you reading those passages has just made this a MUST READ for me, only thing is, I'm in the middle of wheel of time ATM lol, I can't take this on too

[@DanClapp]

lol I'm reading WoT for the first time so I'm in the same boat. Hopefully you're finished with it by now and have started on Malazan

[@CrippledPrincess]

@@DanClapp lol I'm actually on the Witcher now

[@DanClapp]

@@CrippledPrincess Oh nice, those are fun. Too bad about the show though, it was so good! Are you still gonna read malazan?

[@CrippledPrincess]

@@DanClapp eventually I decided I needed to get more series under my belt first, WOT was pretty much my second book after the hobbit that I got into lol

[@Arandrul]

Thanks Brittany! You've convinced me to start my 4th (or 5th?) re-read. ;D I have the entire physical book collection, but I also own it in audiobook format. My 3rd time was accompanied by the audio and I really enjoyed slowing my pace to match it. The narrator has some unique pronunciations but I admit to having a few myself. It's perfect for those late summer nights by the campfire. I'm so happy many others are enjoying the Malazan universe and speaking out about it because it really is a masterpiece in fantasy and beyond in my opinion.

[@BookswithBrittany]

The first time I tried one of the audiobooks was for RG and I loved the experience. It really made me slow down as well

[@richf6567]

I could talk about Malazan until the sun turns to ash. It feels like a part of my DNA now. The scale and scope, the beauty and depravity, the rage and the joy. It offers everything but it demands effort and work in return. Timeless, ageless masterpiece. Witness!

[@bobbiop785]

Seeing those philosophical quotes really makes me want to read this series now, i live for that kind of stuff in books.🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

I think you’ll really enjoy it then!

[@SpitfireStoryboards]

This couldn't have come at a better time. Stunning to hear all the love for this series.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I’m glad he got to see it before this happened. I wanted him to see how many lives he’s changed.

[@readingwithkelsey]

through watching you talk about the malazan series (not just in this video, but how you talk about it in other videos) made me add it to my wishlist right away!

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay!

[@alfredinthebookcave5331]

Fantastic way to recommend a series. May have finally convinced me to give it a go. 🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe yay!

[@kingofhearts642]

I'm halfway through Gardens of the Moon... and I love it so much already. I've heard so much about how confusing and dense it is- and yes, it's a lot and I don't understand the full picture entirely. But it's so good, and it's not like you can't follow the main story at all. If this is the 'rough' and 'weak' start that I'm meant to 'push through'... oh man am I hyped for the rest of the series.

[@CMH82267]

🦖 Getting ready to re-read the series shortly. I read it about 2 years ago now and your video has sparked my interest in it again. I do recall while reading the first time how I would constantly think about the characters, the world, the story, and where I thought things were going, and that kept me engaged and reading until I finished, and then thought about the characters, the world, the story, and where I thought things would have gone. I only wish it hadn't ended, though it's such a great read and epic emotional journey. 🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

I can’t wait to continue!

[@Maria-lt2tk]

And this is why I love you're channel, you give such in-depth discussions , I loved the breakdown of themes, 💕 it reminds me of the way lienne described the wolf by Leo Carew , the author also has a background in anthropology and there's lots of rich world building , deffo got me invested to try malazan 😊 consider you're mission accomplished haha

[@BookswithBrittany]

Lienne is the sole reason why I’m going to read The Wolf lol And thank you 🤍🤍

[@Bunny_Aoife]

This was an awesome video 🦖... those were some beautiful comments u got there, so much to relate too, and so reflective of what I feel. Especially the first comment you read, reminded me a lot of my first Malazan experience. I first read the series in a place without shoe laces and it gave me hope.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I just love hearing what this series means to people ☺️

[@Anomanderrake_]

I’m halfway through House of Chains and all I can say is that Malazan is definitely one of the best fantasy books out there. I’ve heard it’s even better on reread!

[@Yanman93]

My favourite video on Why to read Malazan!

[@aldan7812]

Another stellar entry in the book-tube archives :-) Awesome stuff Britt

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you! ☺️

[@rapidevening]

I'm seven minutes in and you've already convinced me to start this series

[@scottie7345]

Starting Malazan because of this vid! I read most of Sanderson for the first time this year and really enjoyed it, but I wanted something more complex. This video and one by That Book Guy convinced me to start 'Gardens of the Moon' - it's a lot to take in. but I'm enjoying it so far! :)

[@JeannyMeyer]

Yes, this video gave me the final nudge :) it’s a shame that it is spring now, I love reading fantasy in autumn/winter. But I might not be able to wait that long to start reading the series!

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay, so glad to hear you want to pick it up!

[@francoanzalone4061]

Thank you! I bought the whole series and can't wait to start reading it !

[@Buchertn]

I'm currently reading the series and I'm starting Memories of Ice next month I can't wait! The epic battles, characters, and some of the philosophical ideas have had me hooked since book 1.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Oh you’re going to love MoI!

[@oliviabrakel6129]

I get intimidated by the length of series because ADD makes it difficult to stick to one thing for too long but this sounds way too good to not try.

[@dillon1037]

I have big time ADHD and weirdly I don't find it more difficult than more traditionally structured fantasy. If anything the sort of equal billing given to any character in a given scene helps it hold my attention easier.

[@cartershanks]

Read the entire series 3 times over and its probably the greatest fantasy epic of all time. I have a special edition of "The Lees of laughters end" signed by Erikson. I love that book so much cause it feels like a movie a read in a short span so i can re-read once or twice a year and still love it.

[@jacobwalsh1888]

It is amazing, but nothing can dethrone Tolkien. The groundwork that made Malazan possible was laid by Tolkien. I restrict myself to saying it is the greatest modern fantasy, and sets a new high bar for complexity.

[@YasserUM]

That comment about the Malazan books encouraging someone to keep living reminds me of how good books can be the Hagrid on a motorcycle ready to whisk us "Harry Potter's" away

[@ashlynhale3369]

You definitely convinced me to pick this up in the future! I want to finish the Wheel of Time first but this series sounds so beautiful! I am happy to hear compassion is a major theme 😊🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe yay!

[@MatthewSwartout]

Brutally beautiful... "A million word treatise on human compassion."

[@Sighience]

Awesome video, you summed things up and the epic ness that is Malayan perfect! I’m on reapers gale right now too! An it is easily my favorite series, it’ll be hard for anything to come close honestly 🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yes, I loved RG so much too!

[@benjamincliman2735]

I'm on book 3 now. It's pretty right brain stuff, and is definitely more original than other fantasy series that I've read. I think that another thing that sets the series apart is the conversations and the character building. It's very philosophical and poignant, and gives the books a level of depth that I wouldn't normally associate with fiction

[@feral7523]

You said your nearly finished Reapers Gale? did you get to the Beak bit yet?

[@BookswithBrittany]

I’m finished now. So yes 😭

[@sorinkader8273]

Beak :heart: :candle:

[@feral7523]

@@BookswithBrittany That was my first ever time crying at/with/to/about? a book, still get teary just thinking about him.. I'd light a candle for him but don't think he'd appreciate it lol.

[@EricMcLuen]

@@BookswithBrittany You will find him on just about all the most memorable character list for the whole series and he is only in 30 odd pages. That is good character writing.

[@MatthewSwartout]

You just made me tear up a bit... Probably the purest good guy in the whole damn series.

[@granderonde599]

🦖 Thank you for this video. What makes this channel special is the level of interaction with your fans. And I’m not just saying that because my comment made the video! I’m pretty sure every comment I’ve left on your videos has gotten a reaction, and most of them a comment back. That shows a level of commitment to your fans that not many content creators can or are willing to achieve. Thanks again for this channel!

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you for watching and supporting ☺️

[@gertvc858]

🦖🦕 Oh yeah, I stayed till the end 😉 Love it that you're sharing your love and your fan's love for the series!

[@BookswithBrittany]

☺️

[@adahnliegl740]

🦕 One of my favourite things so far is that in Midnight Tides - the middle of the series, after series upon series of seminal events when I finally I had a mostly solid grip on the characters and the world we just move to another continent/other cultures/other conflicts and he still manages to reintegrate all of that into the overarching plot.

[@SuperCoop13]

Thank you for this...Been here from the beginning and continue to love ur content and reading tastes. 🦖🦕

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you for your support 🤍

[@EricMcLuen]

Very well done and excellent points. You get out of them what you are willing to put in. The Malaztubers are amazing and it's fun to both nerd out about the sleestaks as well as discuss a lot of the deeper themes. Looking forward to your reaction to RG if you can stay dry eyed. The first half of Toll for me was a grind. But don't start the last few hundred pages late at night as you won't be able to put it down.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I can’t wait for Toll the Hounds!

[@alejandroga666]

So amazing to see the explosion of Malazan content on YT! Great video!

[@BookswithBrittany]

😊

[@littlemousereads]

I've DNFd Gardens of the Moon a few times. I think I had so much trouble because Malazan gets hyped up as this really difficult and obtuse read and I went into it expecting to fail - self fulfilling prophecy! Thank you for this video, you've given me the motivation to pick it back up soon and take it more slowly.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe yay, I hope you enjoy it more this time around!

[@carole5648]

as weird as it sounds, my best advice would be, don't worry too much about trying to understand the big picture. just pay attention to each scene as it comes. I had trouble when i started GotM but once i got to about the 70% mark my mind was blown and i was so excited i think i read the last third of the book three times.

[@ec_me]

I DNF'ed it twice. Third time I tried to just finish through. I think the story gains momentum and it becomes easier. Best of like Serenwyn.

[@daydev2599]

I'm going through Gardens of the Moon right now, I was bracing for something absolutely impenetrable from the way people are talking about it. Compared to that I found it almost straightforward (not saying it's actually straightforward, just compared to my expectations), the goings on are perfectly understandable. So sometimes it could be constructive to expect to fail, too.

[@jeremiahlaust304]

🦖 Great video! It's so wonderful to hear people share what they love about this series.

[@BookswithBrittany]

☺️🦖

[@dariamoholea510]

You are amazing and I will share this vid with my husband, have been trying to get him to read for too long now. Thank you!🦖🦖🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe I hope it gives him the motivation ☺️

[@kathleenbrashier2579]

Holy Crap!!!! That long quote about religion @ 6:07 from The Bone Hunters is >>it

[@BookswithBrittany]

You’re going to love them then ☺️

[@imanolvazquez9989]

I've been watching quite a few vids regarding these books trying to decide wether to star the series, not even one comes close to the impact of this video. I am SOLD.

[@BookswithBrittany]

🙌🏻

[@aliciaguzman]

I can’t remember if I’ve said this or not but I love the new intro ! I don’t think I’m ready for Malazan just yet but i will pick it up at a later time.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you! :)

[@jordancole1736]

I’m on Chapter Ten at the moment. Yeah, it’s complex, but man, I’m loving it.

[@BookswithBrittany]

🙌🏻

[@uptown3636]

My TBR for the first half of the year just doesn't have enough room in it to start Malazan before autumn, but I appreciate the WYSR video on the series because I suspect it's worth the work.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Sure is ☺️

[@DarkRuins]

I've been wanting to try it for a while but I really don't have the attention span for that many books... yet these reviews, damn.

[@Arandrul]

Have you ever tried an audiobook? It's a good way to pick up a dense story without having to dedicate your entire focus. It may require some backtracking at times but at least your can adjust what kind of attention you want to give to the story at any moment. At least that's my approach to some books. My life schedule does not allow for much time to sit and read.

[@DarkRuins]

@@Arandrul no, but maybe one day. only in 2020 did i start reading e-books cause the libraries closed. slowly but surely one day ill pick up an audio book.

[@BookswithBrittany]

The audiobook actually helped me quite a bit for RG!

[@bradcarlson1275]

Favourite series, hands down! Not enough emphasis on the humour though; some of these characters are laugh out loud funny. Very dry, but so endearing... READ THESE BOOKS!

[@TheImpaler87]

🦖 Great video Brittany! Also people shouldn't be sleeping on the Esslemont books, I loved how The Bonehunters had all these easter eggs coming from Night of Knives. New readers should stick to the main series, but if you really love the series after a few books under your belt it's time to check out the publishing order from both authors.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I think I will give them a go after the main series!

[@MrLGDUK]

Amazing. Hearing such praise heaped on Malazan BotF is wonderful, makes me yearn to read them all, but it also makes me feel serious impostor syndrome as I try to edit my first novel! OMG. 😅

[@BookswithBrittany]

Enjoy! & try not to compare yourself :)

[@jonnyfevertv3170]

Bingo, why bother wrring?

[@MrLGDUK]

@@jonnyfevertv3170 Ha, yeah. That said, I'm loving writing, even with all the doubts. I want it to be my job, but even if that's not to be, I'm still going to write.

[@jonnyfevertv3170]

@@MrLGDUK u know I'm buggn. Looking at that Thor guy... wondering if I should give up the gym haha.Keep up the good work. Cheers

[@MrLGDUK]

@@jonnyfevertv3170 Right! And most people don't love the gym... 😜

[@itsbilly7574]

I've been thinking of getting into this series for some time now. Needless to say, I am now convinced :)

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay 🙌🏻

[@fredrikgranstrom6743]

you should do recaps explaining each book like gardens of the moon first the next one etc... these books are tought to get into

[@nahfammmm354]

I've only finished Gardens of the Moon and that was years ago. I loved it but a lot of things happened in my life that kept me from finishing the next in the series, Deadhouse Gates. I am now in the right state of mind to read DHG again I'm enjoying it a lot.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Awe glad to hear!

[@GideonCyn]

i am halfway through Gardens of the Moon and love it, by far one of the best books i have ever read... but i still took a break haha now I am reading the first throne of glass book and when i am finished that, ill go back and finish GotM.

[@BookswithBrittany]

And it only keeps getting better!

[@alessandro_ajm4278]

🦕 thanks for the video! Excited to read it sometime soon

[@tyjohnston8573]

Nothing breaks your heart like Malazan Book of the Fallen. Which is why I cherish it so.

[@BookswithBrittany]

So true!

[@ultantuffy1194]

Currently on Crossroads of Twilight, book 10 of Wheel of Time, but as soon as I finish it I’m either going to go straight into the Cosmere (Mistborn, Stormlight etc.) or Malazan: Book of the Fallen. Any recommendations of which I should do first?

[@BookswithBrittany]

I’m not a Sanderson fan myself. You’re going to get a much more unique read with Malazan 🙌🏻

[@PhilBrillant]

I'd say do Mistborn then Malazan ! Don't burn yourself out with to much Sanderson.

[@nohatenate]

I'm what you could call a veteran fantasy book reader, and just reading book one blew me away. It was almost exactly what i wanted it to be. And no book has ever peaked my curiosity and interest quite like gardens of the moon. It was a challenge, but the type of challenge that is relished. Knowing its up to you to understand, and no one is going hold your hand, much like in real life. All that said I am unbelievably excited to finish the rest of the series, can't wait to learn more and dive deeper into it all.

[@stevieroach]

Someone (not me) has shared this to r/Malazan on Reddit and it's getting some traction there. :-)

[@BookswithBrittany]

Ah that makes me smile ☺️

[@matslarsson6919]

That quote on religion convinced me to pick up this series.

[@CarolMarieReads]

This is the year I attempt this series. I at least want to start it. Very cool he’s an anthropologist - that’s what I have a degree in. I’ve been intimidated by it but I’m getting over that

[@BookswithBrittany]

Enjoy! I don’t think you’ll regret it :)

[@FableForager]

Dinosaurs with sword arms?! Why has no one thought to tell me this before!? Guess I’m reading Malazan now haha. 🦖🦕

[@BookswithBrittany]

Haha hell yes 🙌🏻

[@Canoe64]

Gardens of the Moon was my first fantasy book and got me interested in reading fantasy. Took 55 years and now I'm only reading fantasy.

[@BookswithBrittany]

The best genre imo!

[@siam7094]

so ready to get started with this series and even more so after watching this video🦖

[@shawngillogly6873]

Thank you for sharing. Currently on re-read #3 for the series, 6 for books 1-3, with a couple intervals between, since I started my 1st read as the series was written. The only other fantasy I've read more often is Tolkien. And as I commented to Philip Chase on his top 10, choosing between Malazan and Tolkien is like choosing between Arwen and Galadriel. I remain Gimli. But I shan't seek my axe for those who choose Malazan over LotR. 😉

[@FiremanKevin]

Reapers Gale. The scene where the Crimson Guard lands and Iron Bars does what Iron Bars does. Holy friggin awesome. At least I think it was RG…crap that was over 10 years ago.. please confirm that was RG😅

[@Jaeno311]

I'm on Bonehunters and I couldn't love this series more. It's so not like anything else. So good

[@BookswithBrittany]

Exactly!

[@BobCanRead]

Thank you for caring enough to pronounce it the way the author pronounces it.

[@BookswithBrittany]

It’s been a rough transition. Sometimes it still slips out the old way haha

[@billyalarie929]

i was thinking the same thing.

[@adamjames7071]

I always loved books that explore the darkness of huminty

[@geoffg8791]

🦕🦖 MBotF takes the idea of an unreliable narrator and plays it to the hilt. It was an incredibly refreshing take because you don't get a god view of wrong and right, you get everyone's different experiences, which hopefully gives everyone a better understanding of how history itself is actually written; it is all a collection of unreliable narrators. Grimdark in the levels of tragedy and darkness it can hit, but only as a reminder of what people are actually capable of. It just doesn't sugar coat humanity. Doesn't stay Grimdark because that isn't what humanity is either. Plays the full range, just shows us what hides in the shadows we normally like to forget about. There is still some very dark stuff to go through, hope you get through it well and enjoy the rest of the trip.

[@michellebowman5568]

Yeah. I'm sold! Was going to pick up Assassin's Apprentice, but I'm going to pick up Gardens of the Moon next. Plus...Erikson is a fellow Torontoian 🍁😆🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay, enjoy! ☺️

[@billyalarie929]

it is truly a wild ride trying to imagine how to pronounce something like "Torontoian".

[@michellebowman5568]

@@billyalarie929 hahaha it's pronounced Tor-on-tow-uhn. Sounds nicer than Torontoer 😅

[@billyalarie929]

​@@michellebowman5568 oh, so we're just gonna completely leave out the I, huh? that letter gets the shaft. 👀 it's not "Tor-on-tow-EE-uhn" 👀👀👀👀👀

[@michellebowman5568]

@@billyalarie929 It is Tor-on-tow-EE-uhn...I need to stop doing multiple things at once 🤦‍♀️ hahaha

[@kingersoll10]

Great video! Perfectly sums up why everyone should pick up this series and give it a chance.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Thank you! And I agree ☺️

[@garyodom6574]

Brittany, You are great and so is Erikson. I hope you will try out Esslemont, too, to get the total Malazan experience. The second reading of tbooks is 10 times better than the first, if you can make time for it.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I definitely would like to!

[@Jeff-fv9rk]

Book seven and you're making shirts, u gonna love the end

[@MoniqueChambers]

I just finished Deadhouse Gates and gave it a 5 stars and gradens of the moon i gave a 4 stars too i loved the world building alot i cant wait to read Memories of ice in april im excited a lot 🐲 great video Brittany im enjoying the malazan series alot

[@BookswithBrittany]

So glad you’re enjoying it!

[@currangill430]

Took me a few attempts, it has clicked this time. I hated it cause I was dropped in a world without any explanation. Then I re-read the prologue and everything started to click for me. The dialogue and everything seemed better this time. I've only read the prologue but it seems this time around I might be able to enjoy Malazan!

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay!

[@currangill430]

@@BookswithBrittany Read any of those books for 30s yet?

[@peretiako1]

I read the first five books years ago and just restarted it. The only bad thing is it's so hard to put down that I don't always get enough sleep lol.

[@BookswithBrittany]

This can definitely be true!

[@thatsci-firogue]

I'm on Memories of Ice and loving every minute of it.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yes 🙌🏻

[@yonatansherer6264]

right now i am half way through Gardens of the moon, and i absolutely love Malazan, the only problem is that English isnt my birth language therefor the reading is harder than i expected. i have read the witcher and stormlight archive, and the language was OK... But Malazan's tounge is pretty hard.

[@BookswithBrittany]

Ah I can imagine that presents a new level of challenge to the series!

[@ReaderRayna]

Alright, alright, you all convinced me. I’m going to get the first book and see how I like it! 🦕🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yayyy🙌🏻

[@burge2695]

I'm still scared to read this series..should i keep notes while i read it or should i just start it and read as is even if i don't get it all?

[@BookswithBrittany]

I don’t think you need to! Check out the tor readalong for summaries!

[@Jack72607]

I tried reading gardens of the moon when I was 11, way too young to get it. I have just started rereading it, hope I will get it this time. Back then I didn’t have wikias to understand charachters/races/factions. I remember loving the T’lan Imass as a faction (felt way over powered tho)

[@BookswithBrittany]

Ah idk what I would do without all the fandom wikis!

[@drawyrral]

I have tears just listening to your video.

[@mckenzie1086]

I finished the series a few months ago and couldn't agree more, thinking about re-reading it because nothing else seems to compare. Although First Law has been really good and I might try out Stormlight Archives.

[@BookswithBrittany]

First Law is so good too! Have you tried the Dune series?

[@mckenzie1086]

No I haven't, not yet. I've heard good things about it though, hmmm... How similar is it to Malazan, I think Erikson said it was a big influence for him right?

[@BookswithBrittany]

I would say the main similarities are the writing style and philosophical themes! I can’t find them anywhere like in these two series

[@Bodester24]

🦖 love malazan, going to be starting HoC soon

[@BookswithBrittany]

Ugh, my fav one 🙌🏻

[@jonnyfevertv3170]

That is my all time favorite quote, passage. Glad I'm not alone.

[@BookswithBrittany]

You’re not!

[@crazyotto1338]

Malazan Book of the Fallen is right there with the best fantasy ever written

[@BookswithBrittany]

Sure is!

[@increditoaster]

Brittany - Hello Me- I'm convinced

[@BookswithBrittany]

😉🤍

[@JenniferKhrapova]

I really look forward to picking it up! I may just bump it up on my TBR 🦖🦕🦖

[@BookswithBrittany]

Yay!! 🙌🏻🦖

[@Demagogify]

Great to here your opinions and quoted you picked are great. I mean, if this want convince people, hardly anything will. Sometimes you just need to break that thin layer of fear of unknown and read those novels. EDIT: Removed some stupid question, because it was stupid. You are great and have a good day.

[@BookswithBrittany]

That’s what my face looks like ...

[@Demagogify]

@@BookswithBrittany I will edit my comment, because that was stupidity on my part. I didn't mean to sound rude, just compared your earlier videos with different light to this one. Don't worry, post more, I would love to listen and watch more of your commentary.

[@BookswithBrittany]

I appreciate you editing it ☺️ my only guess is that it’s my setting spray because the light and camera didn’t change at all 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@JohanHerrenberg]

Just starting 'The Crippled God'... Yes, the ride is wild, the hours invested legion, and it's all worth it. As you say - the man is a genius, and the fantasy genre has taken a quantum leap. [dinosaur emoji here]

[@BookswithBrittany]

I can’t wait to continue!

[@xcBlackDiamond]

Those first 45 seconds are a pretty perfect summary

[@BookswithBrittany]

I thought so!

[@jameswashington226]

I’m honestly enjoying this series more than the storm light archive series

[@BookswithBrittany]

Oh it’s way better IMO

[@daanvandee257]

I have watched a lot of YT video's that give Malazan high praises. But I also hear a lot that you should first have X amount of books/series under your belt before you should start. The longest series I read was the complete Witcher series and I read that from start to finish. I have The First Law trilogy waiting for me when I finish my current read (IT). For some reason the thought of starting Malazan doesn't leave my mind. But I don't know if I'm willing to first read something like WoT as a means of preparing for Malazan. Do you think I could start with atleast the first book no problem? Or do you reccommend that I really read something like WoT or simply more series in general first before I start Malazan?

[@BookswithBrittany]

I don’t think there’s a magic answer, but I personally think it sounds like you’d be ok going into gardens of the moon. I don’t read them back to back because it’s too dense for me. If you’re willing to maybe just slow your normal reading pace for MBotF I think you’ll be just fine 😊

[@ronaldmcvicker3660]

I love this review and all the Malazan love !

[@BookswithBrittany]

☺️

[@cynthiaholmes5124]

I might read malazan next year this year I have too many series to finish and start and have you ever read a book called the forgetting moon by brian lee durfee

[@BookswithBrittany]

I’ve read The Forgetting Moon and the blackest heart

[@mooncake387]

my fav book series of all time

[@isabel35]

Can't wait to hear your thoughts on Toll the Hounds, it's my favorite in the series! *insert dinosaur emoji here*

[@BookswithBrittany]

I can’t wait to pick it up!