Grab a copy of HuskJoin Nathan's author newsletterJoin Nat's author newsletterNathan and Nat dive deep into Christopher Ruocchio's epic science fantasy novel "Empire of Silence." They explore the book's unique blend of science fiction and fantasy elements, comparing it to works like "Dune" and "Name of the Wind." The hosts discuss how the novel's deliberate pacing and rich world-building may challenge some readers, but ultimately leads to a compelling payoff.The conversation touches on key aspects of the novel's construction, from its intricate use of language and religious themes to its character development and narrative structure. The hosts highlight how the story truly comes alive in its final third, when the protagonist's journey takes a dramatic turn. They also explore the broader implications of writing a series opener that requires patience from readers, and how this affected the book's initial reception.As a bonus, the episode begins with updates about Nat's own book launch for "Husk," offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the self-publishing process. The hosts conclude by announcing their next book club selection, "Recursion" by Blake Crouch, setting up an intriguing contrast to their current discussion.TIMESTAMPS[00:00] Husk book release[04:03] Challenges of self-publishing vs traditional publishing[04:49] How to get book reviews[09:17] Empire of Silence book discussion[11:18] Empire of Silence vs. other sci-fi/fantasy series[14:11] Character development and story structure analysis[20:18] Science fiction vs fantasy genre elements[35:14] Analysis of religion and the Chantry in the book[44:10] Discussion of key characters and squad dynamics[50:06] Target audience for the book[54:14] Next book club selection: Recursion by Blake CrouchFollow us on Twitter twitter.com/between_draftsFollow us on Instagram instagram.com/betweendraftspod
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