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Seth
Jun 22, 2010 rated it it was ok
I was very eager to read this novel, as I completed a Masters and some doctoral work in Old Norse mythology. The first few chapters seemed to confirm my decision, dealing as they did with the fallout from Ragnarok and the ensuing chaos. The scene then shifts to a far future, and the story rapidly deteriorates. Elizabeth Bear is a strong writer, ccertainly, but her vivid prose isn't enough to carry the flagging story. As a result, I didn't even finish the book. ...more
Elizabeth
Apr 05, 2010 rated it really liked it
I don't know where I found this book to put on my holds list, but I really liked it. This book is an impressive fantasy about the ending and rebuilding of worlds, and the sadness/isolation associated with immortality. ...more
Deborah Joyner
Jun 30, 2009 rated it liked it
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A bit strange - but it did keep my attention.
Andrew
Jan 28, 2009 marked it as owned-to-read
Marian
Apr 03, 2009 rated it liked it
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Crystal Sarakas
Oct 04, 2009 rated it really liked it
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Gaijinmama
Nov 16, 2009 marked it as to-read
Stuart
Jun 01, 2010 marked it as to-read
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Bruno
Jun 01, 2010 rated it liked it  ·  review of another edition
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