Thunder Legion - Half-Orc

Author: Stan Nicholls
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Perfect portrayal of World of Warcraft, the epic arrival of the Orc legend, the life-and-death battle between the Iron Legion and the demonic race. Bloody clashes on the continent of Azeroth, the sacred war legend of the Orc hero. Global sales have exceeded one million. Highly recommended by SFX magazine, Starburst magazine, the British Science Fiction Association review journal, and the British Science Fiction Association newsletter. "Highly engaging, with a tight and unpredictable storyline. Either buy it now or beg someone to borrow it from you in the future." – Ted Williams (American renowned fantasy author) "A marvelous story, with a tight plot filled with thrilling battle scenes that are both exciting and moving. For most fantasy readers with discerning tastes, this is undoubtedly a feast, enjoy it to the fullest." – Tom Holt (British renowned fantasy author) "It is well-known that writing the second book in a series is always challenging, with the plot needing to advance and new characters needing to appear, but Stan Nicholls has done an excellent job, without missing a step. For readers who enjoy ugly-looking, magical, and bizarre wizards, this is a high-quality fantasy novel." – Jon Cortner Grimwood (British well-known science fiction author) "Nicholls knows how to describe battle scenes in a delicate manner. His narration may seem monotonous and dull, but it grips the reader's heart. Magic, the bizarre stories of illusory creatures, and the fictional ancient races leave you moved and exhilarated." – The SFSite "For the clichéd science fiction novels we are familiar with, this is a turning point. Although it is a bit raw in some places, the essence of this book is adventure, and the plot is absolutely seamless. Exciting and very fresh." – Waterstone's Online "The general public will love this book, it might be adapted into a movie, and it deserves to be adapted into a movie because it is highly attractive, extremely witty, and gives a voice to the underdog." – Smh.com.au