Son of the Black Sword by Larry CorreiaMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Our protagonist is Ashok Vadal. Presumably born of the highest/first caste in society. Dispassionate and masterful enforcer of The Law. Possessor/wielder of a magic blade that lends him the collected experience of those that have wielded the blade in past centuries.
A perfect example of all that is right in his world.
Until he finds out that his life is a lie. His world is tipped upside down.
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Son of the Black Sword is an interesting meditation on several contemporary issues. Is "the law" always right? Is it always just? Do people have a right to exist?
The first 10-15% of the book reads like a standard fantasy tale. Then the world turns upside down and you won't be able to put it down until you reach the end.
This book should have been a contender for the 2016 Hugo Best Novel award. Had I read it in 2015, I'm sure it would have been on my nominating ballot. I had one finalist below "no award" that year. This would have been a fine addition to the group of finalists.
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