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Save:In "Guards! Guards!", Terry Pratchett introduces the Watch of Ankh Morpork, a group of humorous and quirky characters who stumble around trying to do as poor a job as possible, only to discover a dragon menacing the city. The book follows the Watch as they set out to save the city, dealing with social commentary, absurdity, romance, and twisted tropes in classic Discworld style. Pratchett's writing is described as hilarious, well-plotted, and just plain fun, with all the elements that readers expect from his works.
The novel is praised for introducing the City Watch characters, including the beloved Captain Vimes, and providing a humorous take on dysfunctional policing in a chaotic city. The plot involves intrigue, conspiracy, danger, and dragons, with a touch of satire and clever observations that make it a standout entry in the Discworld series.
And although the space they occupy isn’t like normal space, nevertheless they are packed in tightly. Not a cubic inch there but is filled by a claw, a talon, a scale, the tip of a tail, so the effect ...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Discworld ) - #2
Save:The Sky is Yours by Chandler Klang Smith is a unique blend of literary satire and apocalyptic Sci-Fi set in a dragon-plagued city where characters navigate through complex relationships and societal decay. The story follows characters like Swanny, Duncan, and Abby, each with their own quirks and struggles, as they face unexpected challenges and forge their own paths in a world filled with dragons, strange technologies, and societal inequalities.
The book weaves together elements of futuristic settings, complex character dynamics, and dark humor, creating a narrative that is both bold and imaginative. Through a mix of genres and writing styles, the author presents a world where characters confront their limits and make choices that shape their destinies against the backdrop of a decaying society and looming dragon threats.
Empire Island is a winking island too, an island full of eyes. We used to watch one another through its windows, to catch glimpses of ourselves in the mirrored windows as we strolled past. Those windo...
