Attempted. But couldn't get immersed in the story. The writing style and the mood made this book, not the one o my liking. People that are familiar with Matthew Hughes' writing, however, I am sure may enjoy it!

Raffalon is a thief of extraordinary skill and equally extraordinary bad luck. But Raffalon’s misfortunes are the reader’s gain as they accompany him on his adventures and misadventures, as he talks himself into and out of trouble. Matthew Hughes combines action and humor as skillfully as Raffalon picks a lock. He also doesn't allow his work to be too bogged down with serious ideas, taking pleasure in light fantasy that fans of Zelazny and Robert Lyn Asprin will easily enjoy. This anthology consists of 9 of Raffalon’s most thrilling adventures. Although it can be enjoyed in one long sitting. (The adventures are neither formulaic nor repetitive), the stories pair well with a morning cup of coffee or a relaxing afternoon tea. If you are looking for a fun, lighthearted fantasy romp, look no further. 9 Tales of Raffalon is the book for you.


5 / 5


I received a copy of 9 Tales of Raffalon from the publisher and Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.


--Crittermom

Fans of Jack Vance's Cugel will love these tales set in the Dying Earth milieu. Raffalon is a worthy successor to Cugel and has a similar dry wit. Oddly enough for this type of fantasy humour, I felt something almost Runyonesque in the depiction of the relationships between the various varieties of magical characters and Raffalon. Quirky, amusing, and delivered in small doses - so ideal for a little bedroom or lunchtime reading. Recommended.