- Published: 2 June 2014
- ISBN: 9780091950606
- Imprint: Del Rey
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 656
- RRP: $29.99
The Thousand Names
- Published: 2 June 2014
- ISBN: 9780091950606
- Imprint: Del Rey
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 656
- RRP: $29.99
The Coolest Fantasy Story You'll Read This Week
i09
an excellent book
SFX
A spectacular epic
Fantasy Book Critic
Exceptional military fantasy
Jason M. Hough, National Bestselling author of The Darwin Elevator
Wexler’s polished military fantasy, first in the Shadow Campaign series, distinguishes itself from other epic doorstops with its unique setting, intricate plotting, and layered characters…This excellent series debut is for fans of Peter Brett, Daniel Abraham, and Joe Abercrombie.
Booklist
The scenes of military life and combat tactics are well crafted.
Publishers Weekly
I absolutely loved it. Wexler balances the actions of his very human characters with just the right amount of imaginative "magic" to keep me wanting more
Taylor Anderson, National Bestselling Author of the Destroyerman Series
Wexler has produced something unusual in the fantasy line, with a setting reminiscent of the early Victorian period, out on the bleeding edge of Empire, a world of dust and bayonets and muskets... and magic. The characters are fascinating and - all- of them have secrets ... I read it at a gulp and look forward to more
S.M. Stirling, New York Times bestselling author of LORD OF MOUNTAINS
Extremely strong debut, flintlock fantasy at its best ... there’s a new military fiction cowboy in town and his name is Django.
Nick Sharps, SF Signal
...Django Wexler does what needs to be done in the opening volume of a fantasy epic: he introduces the characters and sets the scene, then successfully peels back the layers and raises the stakes. If you enjoy military fantasy and/or flintlock fantasy, The Thousand Names is definitely worth a look.
Stefan, Tor.com
And such detail on the military life! ... From camp conditions to battle tactics, to the lines of grand strategy, the authenticity of the military fantasy is here in full flower. We get set piece conflicts of all sorts, drills, the perils of trying to form a fighting force from raw units, and believeable campaigns, even given the genius of the commander. This is far and away the best and strongest selling point of the book.
Paul, SF Signal
The Thousand Names is an assured debut from Django Wexler and a must-read if you enjoy an action-packed, page-turner.
Mike, Fantasy Faction
...an ambitious, well-written opening act. I can’t wait for book two, and I think most readers will feel likewise after reading this.
Stefan, Civilian Reader
... I was very impressed with The Thousand Names and immediately dove into the sequel The Shadow Throne. Recommended.
Rob, SFFWorld