Memories of Ice by Steven Erikson

I have to thank my brother for getting me into these fantastic books.

At first I thought it would be your typical fantasy book, but how wrong I was. Like every one else, it took some time to get into the books, especially the first one. But once I did, I couldn't put them down.

I can't find fault with any of the books, but Memories of Ice has to be my favorite, as by this point you are so connected with the characters. But not only that, I think Steven Erikson's ability to stop and start your emotions, as he changes from setting to setting, from pure excitement to heart breaking stuff makes this book unforgettable.

I recommend all to read this book, but make sure you read them in order or you'll be lost. Another reason these books are so amazing is that whatever age you are, if you're a keen reader you will enjoy them.

It all started with LOTR when I was very young and since I have read all the classics of SF/Adventure. Some months ago I was recommended a series called A Tale of the Malazan Book of Fallen and my life hasn't been the same since. Just completed book 3 Memories of Ice and I have to say, that until I "meet" Dujek, Rake, Felisin, Kruppe, Korlat and all the other wonderful characters I hadn't really read anything at all... The scope of the story, the plots within the plots, the gallery of characters, the in depth dialogues, the battles etc. are far beyond anything else out there!

The review on the back cover of Memories of Ice is truly correct - It alters the reader's perception of reality (in such a fantastic and exiting way)...

Memories Of Ice was the third book in the Malazan series and after enjoying the first two immensely I was very much looking forward to this one. After reading the first few pages I knew I was in for a treat, this book is a work of art it truly is an epic of massive scope. Although the book is a difficult read it didnt take any of the enjoyment away for me. With so many characters doing so many things it can be difficult to remember what is going on, but if you give the book the time and concentration it demands you will find yourself transported into a exciting fantasy world where there is never a dull moment.