. . . in which I attempt to pick out the good bits, one recommendation at a time
Monday, May 20, 2013
Rec. #291: War for the Oaks
What: Back in 1987, Emma Bull basically invented the urban fantasy subgenre with War for the Oaks. Because that's what happens when you put together Minneapolis, a phouka, rock concerts, faerie wars, and a guy named Hedge. Who's a bassist. Obviously.
Opening lines: "The University Bar was not, in the grand scheme of the city, close to the university. Nor was its clientele collegiate."
You might not like it if: You hate Minneapolis, are over phoukas, loathe rock concerts, and are scared of faeries.
How to get it: War for the Oaks is in print and also Kindle-able.
Connections to previous Wreckage: Emma Bull also wrote Territory (Rec. #10). It is not urban.
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