Ken Liu's Grace of Kings did not disappoint
I heard about the Grace of Kings by Ken Liu on the Triple Click Podcast. There, host Jason Schreier — an avid Suikoden fan — noted the similar vibe that this book series had to my favorite Japanese RPG series. It hit the mark, with a mixture of politics, friendship, family and mysticism that painted a picture akin to the fantastical Jade Empire game series.
Truthfully, it was so long ago I don’t remember each bit that stood out other than protagonists Kuni Gary and Mata Zyndu, and how their great partnership quickly turned sour thanks to pride and ambition (don’t they always?).
Can’t wait to read the sequel. Let’s hope I become a more avid novel reader in 2023, eh?