Having a one-song phase - Paperthin Hymn by Anberlin. I thought today I would write a quick review of the first book of my favourite series, the Codex Alera by Jim Butcher.
*spoilers alert* Just so you know ;)
There are a lot of themes and characters in this book. But first, the world. It's very elaborate and original, especially the magic system. Furies are a common part of life in Alera, as everyone can summon and use different types - everyone except Tavi, the main character. There are water furies, fire furies, earth and air furies and also metal and wood furies. The beginning of the book explores the concept of the act of one single individual affecting everyone. The actual act is irrelevant, but Tavi ends up caught out in a furystorm with a Cursor (a spy for the Crown) posing as a slave.
The story continues, weaving politics, treachery and love into a seamless whole with beautifully developed characters. I would thoroughly recommend this book to anyone looking for a brilliantly written fantasy book. Five stars without a thought. WARNING: if you buy this, be prepared to spend money on the others as well. Jim Butcher, I salute you. These are some of the best books I've read since Garth Nix did the Abhorsen trilogy.
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