Vivid and Highly Imaginative
925314
Death's Dream Kingdom is a highly imaginative journey into the afterlife.  Ms Penot's vision is romantic, disturbing and vivid.  Often her crisply painted imagery is not for the faint hearted, both violent and frightening.  She reveals to us a dark, strange ghostly existence that hangs heavily between the often sweet light of the living and the eternal, unquenchable light of heaven.  Very well done!  This book would make a spectacular graphic novel!
153522
This has to be the most imaginative science-fi/ fantasy I have seen in a very long time.

Mostly told in first person as a steam of consciousness story,  the author weaves a tapestry of alien races, parallel worlds, myths and legends that I found very hard to put down.

Yes, there were the usual "lie" versus "lay" mistakes and a few other grammatical errors that could be corrected, but in general I was so interested in the story I glossed over them.

I do hope this author will write more about this fascinating world that he brings to vibrant life, and especially about Blackwell.
20313
The author uses her vivid imagination.  Adventure, mystery, romance, high energy and even spiritual warfare are all elements that make this book so enjoyable.  It was hard to put this book down even for a moment.  I look forward to reading more about the characters in this book.
528799
the world mieville presents here unfolds in an enthralling way. the mix between storyline, worldbuilding and clever wordplay was close to perfect in my opinion, and the characters, cults and pieces of fantasy have a feeling of novelty that I enjoyed. the prose flows more quickly than it does in some of mieville's other books, which makes it a more dynamic story in my view. some of the ideas are familiar, sometimes reminding me of anansi boys, American gods, and a bit of illuminatus trilogy, but the world is vividly engaging, making me want to read more.
169998
Highly recommended! Spectacular imagination with engaging plot. I never regretted openning this book, because it exceeded my expectation at all respects.
4158082
This is a wonderful, creative, complex book. With a deceptively simple beginning, the novel slowly immerses the reader in Maggie's dream world and makes you wonder whether any of it has parallels to reality or whether it is a strange drug-fuelled fantasy. The ending is utterly brilliant, and I immediately returned to the beginning after finishing the book to try to pick up on the clues the author planted throughout.

This is an unpredictable mix of genres, but I love them all: history, psychology, feminism, fantasy, magical realism. Highly recommended!
2272640
Terrifically imaginative. Broadens time and space and spices them with remarkable characters. Challenging and entertaining all at once by delving into heady concepts of religion and God, xenophobia and racism and requires a bit of self reflection as you race through the pages. Loved it!
2441363
Vivid, alluring, and unforgettable. I couldn't put it down.
3455506
Candace Hill is a vivid and imaginative storyteller. Her characters are very engaging, the story has plenty of surprises, and the book was hard to put down.
3748099
Written in prose as strong and precise as wrought ironwork, yet rich and vivid as a sudden spray of summer blossoms, "Pavane" takes the reader to an alternate England of rich and vivid detail ... you can feel the bite of frost and snow, the sting of salty waves on your face ... A beautifully realized world has been created, with a history and cast of characters that *feels* real. Science fiction or fantasy? Perhaps a little of both - although forcing this book into any particular niche is beside the point. What matters is its humanity and its stark power, which will remain with you longer after you finish the last page. Please reprint it soon!
1220678
This is the third book in the Dyscrasia series by Lindberg, following after Lord of Dyscrasia and Spawn of Dyscrasia. Here again we find the combination of beautiful language and powerful imagination that informed the first two books. The result is a unique fantasy vision that is both artistic and effective. The Dsycrasia novels are hallucinogenic, dream-like, full of wraiths and apparitions. Ideas and images pile one on top of another with an intensity that is far from common in fantasy literature. I admire the authors ability to maintain that intensity throughout his works; his world-building never stumbles.

This volume also introduces Helen, a young girl who immediately evokes both sympathy and admiration. I liked this touch because it gives readers a very human character we could strongly root for. Most of the other characters are inventive and complex but not entirely human. They are fascinating, but not as easy for the reader to inhabit. Im looking forward to more adventures with Helen, and at the end of Daimones the author hints at things to come. I know there is a fourth book in the works. Im looking forward to it.
3553222
Using vivid descriptions and remarkable imaginative effort, Matt Thomas has created a startling alternate reality to provide the narrative framework for this engaging story.  The action is fast-paced, and the dialogue often entertainingly snappy, making for a fun read.  But it may be superficial to focus only on the blow-by-blow, exciting though it is.  What is most impressive--and most rewarding for this reader--is that Thomas has artfully invented a world that differs from our own in a truly fundamental way; it is a fantastical world that should defy belief, and yet Thomas makes it both plausible and intriguing.  I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
2183735
Fantastic ! Full of imagination. I really enjoyed it.
3123447
Richelle paints a rich and imaginative story that tugs at your heartstrings and immerses you in wonder. Her mix of science fiction AND fantasy creates a real mind-blowing experience that is difficult to describe. I quickly developed an emotional tie to a number of characters. The story keeps getting bigger and more interesting. I really can't wait to get my hands on volume 2.
2038869
Incredible imagination, whimsy, wit and suspense all in the one book
2858998
This is the world that we dream of as children. The characters are wildly imaginative and keep you entertained from beginning to end. A definite on the must read list.
1095707
This book was absolutely astounding. The magic of color was exceptionally entrancing, having grown up knowing the color spectrum I found the idea fun and imaginative. Starting the next book immediately.