Reviews

King of the Wood by John Maddox Roberts

wdkilpackiii's review

4.0

This book changed my perspective on fantasy. It was the first I read that didn't have that mythic feel that permeates Tolkien's work. These characters were real and gritty. A warrior who can kill anyone (as evidence by some truly gruesome fight scenes) is transfixed by the beauty of a woman bathing in a stream. This was also the first time I heard anything about Vikings having come to the Americas, interacting with the natives. Imagine my surprise when I learned that the story was based on fact. I really enjoyed this book. Recommended!

reading_monkey's review

5.0

An old favorite of mine. A delightful mix of Saxons, Vikings, Aztecs and Mongols all fighting in a very different North America. Highly recommended