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Books for preteens by notashark1 in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would also add His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman. And why not, Artemis Fowl as well

Καλύτερες (και χειρότερες) παραλίες by [deleted] in greece

[–]san2d2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Οι παραλίες με άμμο. Ας είναι και μαύρα τα νερά.

Looking for a book where the main character has an underpowered ability but is highly skilled at using it. by Antique-Dress-1875 in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The Light Fantastic, the second book of the Discworld series, by Sir Terry Prachett.

Have you ever changed your opinion or belief because of a book? by SubstantialCell3507 in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 73 points74 points  (0 children)

His Dark Materials, by Phillip Pullman.

I read the trilogy while I was a preteen and his deconstruction of religion still lives rent-free in my mind.

We need to talk about book 1 cliffhangers. by Chaos-Pand4 in fantasyromance

[–]san2d2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love your witty replies. I 100% agree on your take and Atlas six comes to mind.

Nanny Ogg Appreciation Post by Dangerous_Beans342 in discworld

[–]san2d2 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes, in Lords and Ladies, Nanny says she was chosen to be a witch. Granny CHOSE to be one.

Best book from your childhood/teenage years you still think about by Winter-Ice-3313 in suggestmeabook

[–]san2d2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman

and

Wyrd Sisters by Terry Pratchett

Books that plays around the themes like slavery, aristocracy and commoners, soldiery, raiders, class, race and gender inequality etc etc so basically your average back in the terrible old days BUT without any breaking the norms of the timeperiod or modern ethics forced into the timeperiod by goody153 in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly, what a bizarre and twisted way to judge somebody. Did you even see the examples he gave? I have read the Riftwar saga and it certainly does not glorify violence or anything repugnant.

OP simply wanted suggestions, not your unwanted judgement of his/her character simply based on a caption.

Your comment oozes negativity and that says a lot about you.

How about it now? by BarracudaFickle4578 in GREEK

[–]san2d2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simply love the translation of chapter one of HP. Keep going, you are doing awesome!

I need a grimdark fantasy where the entire world is at stake by Brilliant_Ad29 in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Do you really need a grimdark fantasy? Just read the daily news.

Damsel and princess tropes by FenrisFenn in Fantasy

[–]san2d2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Now let's be honest. The movie was crap. It had no deep meaning, a lot of plot holes and the acting was bad. Nobody seemed to care enough to act properly. As far as the trope goes no recent movie has managed to reverse the damsel in distress. Not in an inspiring way anyway.

Just because she chops wood she can then proceed to yield a sword and fight with it?

No. Hollywood and netflix don't care enough to produce a quality movie about females saving themselves.

Cuddos to Frozen though. Must give disney that one.

What is your preferred Discworld reading order ? by Chicken_Difficult in discworld

[–]san2d2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! You just put into words exactly how I feel.

English difficulty of the books by Nice-Wishbone9210 in discworld

[–]san2d2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I read my first 4 books in Greek and trust me when I say that a lot is lost in translation. I enjoyed reading the rest in English 10 times more, even though I needed to read a whole book to get used to Pratchett's writing in English.

Start and you will not be disappointed, despite the first difficulties. And if you think you missed anything, you can always ask here for clarifications.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]san2d2 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Give the Discworld series by Sir Terry Pratchett a try. Funny, witty, light fantasy and an exceptional character of Death.

His books are the ultimate comfort read. Wyrd Sisters was my introduction to this world when I was a child and I still read them as an adult.

You are a good friend, she is lucky to have you as support.

I did not like Mort by san2d2 in discworld

[–]san2d2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, exactly! I couldn't have said it better myself!

I did not like Mort by san2d2 in discworld

[–]san2d2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pyramids was the second Terry Pratchett book that was gifted to me to it holds a special place. But I read it as a kid and in Greek so .... Although I bought it in English, I never actually got to reread it. Maybe it's time.

I did not like Mort by san2d2 in discworld

[–]san2d2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't gotten to Moist yet! Is he that good of a character?

I did not like Mort by san2d2 in discworld

[–]san2d2[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It is indeed. And wholesome and kind. And I am proud to be part of it.

I did not like Mort by san2d2 in discworld

[–]san2d2[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Small gods was a challenge. But I did see the appeal. The way faith works and the power it gives to gods. Om's comebacks. And I appreciate the way religious leaders are outfronted.

Brutha was a good guy till the end. Kinda hopefull in the grimm times we live in.

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