“Esslemont nails the feel and flavor of Erikson’s books and brings the historical characters to life with a dexterity that will win over even the most skeptical fans.” —Publishers Weekly

“Whether it’s Erikson or Esslemont at the controls, it’s in safe hands.” —SFX

“Esslemont handily outdoes series cocreater Steven Erikson, evoking the gore and grit of the battlefield while cannily expanding the labyrinthine Malazan world.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Return of the Crimson Guard