The Last Wish

I admit, I only read this book after having played the video game. The first couple of chapters can be confusing, but once you get into the rythm and style of writing, the novel is brilliant. No one does this stuff better than Andrzej Sapkowski. The sequel to this book is worth the read, too. I cannot praise this book enough.

At the beginning I thought.. am I really reading one of those creepy science fiction novels? I pushed through about 2 chapters feeling kind of violated, but then I got into it and it is a good book. I would for sure read the sequel.

The book the video game 'the witcher' was based off of, the Last Wish is more of a frame story built around a series of short stores. Each story gives more insight into the life and psyche of the Witcher, a man changed by potions and magic so that he can hunt otherworldly creatures. The author skillfully weaves together various mythologies, in some cases refuting them, in others making them his own.

My only criticism is that each story seemed to end a little too soon, leaving me wanting more.