The White Rose (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #3)
The White Rose (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #3)
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1985317
Novel • Fiction
Medieval Fantasy World
1985
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The White Rose by Glen Cook continues the saga of the Black Company, focusing on their fight against the Dominator. The narrative follows their struggle to protect the White Rose, a pivotal figure in opposing dark forces, while grappling with their own moral dilemmas and the consequences of their actions.
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The White Rose by Glen Cook is praised for its intricate plot and compelling character arcs. Readers appreciate Cook's darker, grittier approach to fantasy. However, some find the narrative pacing uneven and struggle with the dense prose. Overall, it’s a must-read for fans of the series but may challenge newcomers.
Who Should Read The White Rose (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #3)?
A reader who enjoys The White Rose by Glen Cook would likely appreciate dark fantasy filled with complex characters and moral ambiguity. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and Joe Abercrombie’s The Blade Itself will find similar grittiness and intricate storytelling.
21,105 ratings
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Glen Cook's The Chronicles of the Black Company series, including The White Rose, is notable for its gritty realism and is considered a pioneering work that helped establish the dark fantasy genre.
The White Rose continues the series' trademark postmodern style, utilizing an unreliable narrator to offer readers a unique perspective on the fantastical events.
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The series, including The White Rose, has inspired multiple authors in the fantasy genre, who admire Cook's ability to blend military fiction with complex character development.
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317
Novel • Fiction
Medieval Fantasy World
1985
Adult
18+ years
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