The Blood of Elves – Andrzej Sapkowski
Orion Gollancz, 2008
RRP: AU$32.99
ISBN: 978-057-508318-9

Reviewed by Kate Smith

Having read, and thoroughly enjoyed his previous book The Last Wish in so many ways, I was a little disappointed in The Blood of Elves. The story continues its focus on Geralt of Rivia but begins to show the larger scope of events in the world.

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The Last Wish – Andrzej Sapkowski
Hachette Livre Gollancz, 2007
280 pages
RRP: AU$32.95 (tpbk), AU$22.95 (pbk)
ISBN: 978-0-575-07782-9

Reviewed by Kate Smith

The Last Wish is a beautifully constructed story that is a joy to read. It is a thoroughly enjoyable read and leads the reader gently towards its message. While it is a difficult novel to put down, the manner in which the tale has been constructed allows for this and it is very easy to come back to after some time away.

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