With A Little Bit of Everything, Nylund's Work Continues to Shine!

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	• A Game of Universe Eric S. Nylund Avon, 1997 - 355 pages average customer review:based on 12 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

fast paced - interesting ideas - magic meets science fiction

Compared to other authors, I would rate this book 5 stars, but I read still better books from Nylund, so I gave "only 4". Compared to "mortal coils" for example, it seems to be a bit sketchy, not so epic. However I still highly recommend it to any reader who is not alienated from the Magic used. From the development of the authors skills, it seems to me that he has gained writing skills (e. g. character development) lately (to be seen in the outstanding "Mortal coils"). Again: Still a worthy read.

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This book was the first I read by Eric Nylund, and it had me searching all of the used book stores for more. I was enthralled from page one, and never put it down. I'm frankly not that much into sci-fi any more, but this was a rare find and a fun read.

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A Fantastic Novel From One of the Most Exciting Writers of Today!

I bought this book because I am a huge fan of Mr. Nylund's Halo books, and a huge fan of his altogether. And boy am I glad that I bought it.

I would say that most people generally consider science fiction and fantasy to be "low" art. Most people think that those genres went out of style after H.G. Wells and Jules Verne and Tolkien and C.S. Lewis bit the dust. Generally I would agree with this. I mean, really, go to your local bookstore and walk in the sci-fi/fantasy section. Most of what you see are derivative crappy paperbacks with stitched together plots and characters so flimsy that my most shallow breath could knock them over so they couldn't get back up.

Mr. Nylund, I would say, is a breath of fresh air. Every single one of his novels is filled to the brim with fantastically developed characters, innovative and original conceptions of technology, fantastic action sequences, a great plot, and wonderfully written and even addictive prose. I truly think he is one of the greatest writers alive today, and his science fiction and fantasy works are, I think, comparable to some of the best out there. They are truly fantastic novels in the midst of a sea of crappy schlock, the stuff that critics and reviewers tend only to see when they look at the genres.

This novel, which follows Germain, an assassin with multiple personalities inside his head, is absolutely amazing. The story, which I would say is one of the most original I have read in years, is fantastically written, with vivid and fascinating characters, interesting spatial and technological concepts, and fast paced action that is really truly a joy to read. I could honestly go on practically forever, but right now I'll just say that if you are at all a fan of Mr. Nylund's other books than you need to read this one. It is amazing and you most definitely will not be disappointed.

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you gotta know when to hold em, know when to fold em!

rich blend of Science Fiction and fantasy. This excellent and entertaining novel never falls into the trap of taking itself too seriously. Here are all the elements of a classic quest story, riches beyond our dreams of avarice, beautiful maidens to be rescued, vile villains to be dispatched (or more likely run away from) and technical wonders galore! The hero Germain is not all powerful, he has numerous flaws and a terrible childhood holding him back. He has to overcome all this to seek one of the most powerful artefacts known to our civilisation, the Holy Grail. Realistically Germain has no chance of achieving his goal but remember 'the journey IS the destination' and Germain's journey is a worthy one. This overlooked gem is good stuff and makes me want to read other books by the author. Its a lot more entertaining than recent Grail Quest novels!

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With A Little Bit of Everything, Nylund's Work Continues to Shine!

A Game of Universe is the first work of Nylund's I've ever read. Having picked it up in FLorida on a whim several years ago, I've used my copy so much that it's literally worn out! This is the only book I've given out to several of my friends and co-workers (even my mother!) and every single one of them have loved it. All of us are now trying to hunt down a copy in better condition than mine!

Germain is a complex and hilarious character, with very real-to-life thoughts and actions. His various "personas" and his innner struggles have thrilled everyone I've known who has read this amazing work. The romance between Virgina and Germain was just enough to please the girl in me but not overly so so that I wanted to strangle them both. Virgina was a lovable female lead, easily identifable to and a strong female. Lilian, however, was not my favorite character at all and was rather grating on the nerves. Stebos was an amazing concept and Quilp was annoying, but quite brilliant. The theories introduced were interesting but not overly confusing. All of Germain's personas made the story quirky and adoringly eccentric.

This sotry has a bit of everything in it, satisfying even the pickiest reader. Romance, action, history, adventure, science fiction, betrayal, psychology, even gambling! This futuristic Grail adventure (featuring an ultimate but unseen battle between Heaven and Hell) is satsfying down to the very last sentence!

Nylund's writing is addictive, yet not at all hard to follow. However, the details involved are sparkling! I HIGHLY recommend this work, as it is an easy, interesting read and worth every cent you spend. Eric S. Nylund's A Game of Universe makes everyone want to go on their own personal quest for the Grail and be involved in the battle between Heaven and Hell. It's a shame it's out of print!

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One of thirteen people challenged to find the Holy Grail and be rewarded with a planetary system, Germain, an assassin, can absorb the consciousness of his victims, giving him an advantage in the contest until his inner personalities begin to battle for control of his body.

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