Part of the Long Price Quartet series

Long Price Quartet

Name: Long Price Quartet
Author: Abraham, Daniel
ISBN: 9780765351876

by Abraham, Daniel

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Western settings. Farm boys. Spoilt rich kids. Often, coming of age fantasy hits you over the head with unsubtle interactions and world-building. Abraham's Long Price Quartet does not fit into that category. It's a gentle piece. There's intricate world-building, a heavy focus on character progression, and little need for action. The World consists of city states with an asian inspiration, each looking to gain political influence. This is where much of the novel lies. Not in fighting, or magic, though both are present, but human interaction. Part of that is presented in the growth of characters, which is presented in an entirely unique way. Each book in the series is spaced fifteen years apart, presenting a change in the characters that can only be achieved by time. The central character is Itani, a laborer who is much more than he pretends to be. The Long Price Quartet follows him from the age of 12 through to 80, and from a young boy to an emperor. Ambitious in its timeframe, the series is much more than the sum of its parts, and far more nuanced than can be described in a short summary. Read if you like: Subtle fantasy, character-oriented stories.

About the author

Abraham, Daniel

Daniel Abraham is an American author known for his works in the science fiction and fantasy genres. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1969.Abraham's most notable works include the "Long Price Quartet" series, which is set in a world inspired by East Asian cultures and explores themes of identity, power, and responsibility. He is also known for his "Dagger and the Coin" series, which follows a group of characters as they navigate political intrigue and economic upheaval in a world on the brink of war.Abraham is also a collaborator with George R.R. Martin on the "Wild Cards" series, a shared-world anthology featuring superheroes and villains.Abraham's writing is known for its intricate world-building, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Hugo Award and the Locus Award.In addition to his writing, Abraham is also a writer and producer for television and film. He has worked on several projects, including the television adaptation of "The Expanse," a science fiction series that he co-wrote with Ty Franck under the pen name James S.A. Corey.Abraham continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and his works are enjoyed by fans of science fiction and fantasy around the world.

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