Thanks for pointing this book out, it sounds right up my alley and I just ordered it from Amazon.
I just finished up the latest George R.R. Martin book from the Game of Thrones series, Dance With Dragons. I know many have disparaged the book, but I loved it and just hope that I don't have to wait another 5 years for the next.
Question about that series...I've watched the HBO show, but never read the books. Since I;ve seen the show, is it still worth the read? I'm going to the beach in a few weeks and am going to need something to read.
Most certainly. The series is very faithful to the books, but Martin gets you inside of the character's head, something you just cannot do on television. Go into the book series thinking of the show as a companion to the books and I think you'll be very satisfied. Martin's books are not exactly easy reading, but in the end you are very satisfied. Think of the books as a thick, juicy steak and the HBO series as the double-chocolate lava cake for dessert! Let me know how you like it when you are done.