Graham King:
Historical fiction, set during Tang dynasty China.
It is poetic, very poetic, and definitely a page turner, but I found it a little plodding in places. Most of Guy Gavriel Kay's books feel really authentic, heartfelt, and this seems to lack that. Possibly it's a reflection of Tang dynasty world-view, more formality less passion. Possibly I would appreciate it more had I a better understanding of that world.
It's not The Fionavar Tapestry, but it is still very enjoyable, and movingly beautiful in places.
