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rocketiza's review against another edition
4.0
Came close to reading this in one sitting because it never lets up from the start.
mikantlin's review against another edition
5.0
A fantastic blending of Western, fantasy and hellish imagery. This book was gripping all the way through and I thoroughly enjoyed the suspense and pacing. I also loved the way certain tropes were turned on their heads throughout (the way the Western technology worked and the more fantastical races especially). Would fully recommend to anyone who wants something truly unique.
charlmax's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
ashwithink's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
brassduke's review
3.0
I received this book through the good reads 'first-reads' scheme.
There is a lot thrown into this book. There's a western feel, Romans, demons, fairies, monsters, steam punk, and a whole load more beside. And it's actually done very well, the balance is good and the world as an interesting one to spend a bit of time in.
One criticism that I've read is that some of the characterisation is a little lacking and I agree to a certain extent. There's a healthy number of cast members for a novel this size; it feels like a world populated by people but there aren't too many that you're struggling to get a grasp of who they all are and what their importance to the story is. Having said that, some of the characters are drawn predicatably and with just enough depth to serve the story. Generally though, I understand that not every character needs their full back story explained in order to reveal their motivations. The narrator "Shoe" and his colleague "Fisk" are the driving force of interest through the book and even some of the supporting cast are very intriguing and enough to get me interested enough to return to the future of the inevitable series.
There is a lot thrown into this book. There's a western feel, Romans, demons, fairies, monsters, steam punk, and a whole load more beside. And it's actually done very well, the balance is good and the world as an interesting one to spend a bit of time in.
One criticism that I've read is that some of the characterisation is a little lacking and I agree to a certain extent. There's a healthy number of cast members for a novel this size; it feels like a world populated by people but there aren't too many that you're struggling to get a grasp of who they all are and what their importance to the story is. Having said that, some of the characters are drawn predicatably and with just enough depth to serve the story. Generally though, I understand that not every character needs their full back story explained in order to reveal their motivations. The narrator "Shoe" and his colleague "Fisk" are the driving force of interest through the book and even some of the supporting cast are very intriguing and enough to get me interested enough to return to the future of the inevitable series.
abigcoffeedragon's review against another edition
1.0
This was read on a recommendation.
Not my taste.
Not my taste.
bionicturtle64's review against another edition
4.0
The Incorruptibles has one of the most interesting, unique and fascinating words I've ever experienced, book or elsewhere. Parts Tolkien, Roman, Western, Alchemical and Game of Thrones, the mixture of styles and ideas is weird and wonderful. Surprisingly, this mixture actually works, and presents a captivating backdrop for the story to unfold onto. On the other hand, due to the large Roman/Latin influence, the world may feel dense at first, as it did to me initially, and this is compound by the fact the actual plot of book doesn't kick in for a while. The book begins as a slow burn, yet ends in a fast paced and dramatic finale, which left me hungry for more in this world and with these characters.
I also loved how the main character, Shoestring, was a Dwarf, as I feel fantasy has a habit of focusing on the human races of their respective worlds.
Overall this is a great read, nothing ground breaking, but Jacobs creates a truly fascinating world within its short 300 pages.
I also loved how the main character, Shoestring, was a Dwarf, as I feel fantasy has a habit of focusing on the human races of their respective worlds.
Overall this is a great read, nothing ground breaking, but Jacobs creates a truly fascinating world within its short 300 pages.
zanosgood's review
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jefffrane's review against another edition
5.0
Magical alt-history / western / horror story that moves along quickly and constantly surprised me. I'm eagerly looking forward to reading the sequels.