On a Throne of Lies

The Bad Guys, Book 10

By: Eric Ugland

Narrated by: Neil Hellegers

Clyde Hatchett, Glaton's prodigal son, is finally home.

Sure, he's got a whole new body and face, so nobody recognizes him. And technically he's not from Glaton—he's really only spent a few months there. But they say home is wherever your love resides, and since Nadya lives in Glaton . . . wait, does Clyde actually love Nadya?

This is getting complicated.

That, on top of all the problems Clyde left behind, which haven't gotten any less knotty while he was gone. The Senate is heating up, with numerous noble idiots vying for the throne. More gangs and more monsters than ever threaten the streets. And it seems everyone in Old Town wants to look to Clyde for direction, and Clyde isn't sure what to do about any of it.

On a Throne of Lies is political intrigue, grotesque battles, spell slinging, and a bit of smoochy smoochy to go along with all the stabby stabby. Add to that a cameo from everyone's favorite overpowered tank-warrior, and you know you won't want to miss it.

©2023 Eric Ugland (P)2023 Tantor

Good series

As usual, it is a good book: good story and narration. - everything I expected from Ugland with Hellegers performing. Looking forward to the next one. I also look forward to the next book in the Good Guy series. I like the fact that the two series are now intersecting. I have often wondered when that would happen. Well, it finally intersected. Good job.

A great return to form!

So I've reviewed several of both of these series, Good Guy and Bad Guy, the earlier entries. They've been fun and engaging reads, hilarious and thoughtful in equal measures. BUT, the last few books of both series took a really hard dip in my opinion, quality wise. I am happy to say that this book feels like a return to the spirit and mood that made me love these series so much in the first place. It's hard to nail down any specific detail alone, that makes the difference, it's more like a bunch of quality of life improvements. Little things here and there that were dragging down the story, and making the previous books a slog to get through, that have since been polished up and refined to no longer drag down, but to elevate the story, to work in service TO it, instead of against it. Plus I feel Eric's writing has just improved as well, like he's been able to refine his own talent a bit in recent years, and it shows. A lot of the plot threads that have been dangling and yoinked back for the entire length of the series, are finally starting to pay off. Some of the foreshadowing of other events, possibly intertwining the 2 series in some ways, also pays off. Just, overall, it's like Eric decided to clean house with his bag of plot threads, and the tapestry he wove them into was made brighter and more varied as a result.

I won't go into any details but if you're reading this review, then you've probably been reading this series for a while (and if not, seriously, book 10?! why is this your jumping on point?! xD ), but if you are an older fan of the series, and you were like me thinking "man, the last few books have lost the spark that I loved" then I think you will be happily surprised with this one. Definitely good, eager for the next one to come out ASAP.

So much better than the last one

Back home, with plot lines, quirky characters, and snarky dialog! So much better than the last book!

Good job

Classic Clyde, great job Neil, thanks for the fun and funniness, had a good few laughs.

another great book

I'm really enjoying all three of his books series. I hope he keeps making them.

more please

I love the good guys and bad guys and I can't wait for more. bring on the next!

Wonderful narration, good plot development

The narration is top notch, the plot overlays with the other series (GoodGuys), and that overlay really adds to the storylines. I really want vicious wrench to be used on some pontificating evil doers front teeth. That last bit has nothing to do with the review, just an idle musing on my part.

Highly Entertaining

After what I felt was a letdown with book 9, this book returns to the humorous antics of Clyde back home in the city of Glatin. I thoroughly enjoyed book 10 and if the subsequent books in this series are more along the lines of Throne of Lies, I look forward to them. Neil Hellegers was outstanding as usual.

Conclusions

The story is very good. The caricatures are well developed. My only complaint is the conclusion of the book. The books just end with nothing resolved and your left waiting for the next release. That to me nocks the author down a peg from a truly great author.

Returning to the best city in Vuldranni!

I enjoyed Clyde's travels, but I was psyched to read about his return! Back to studying magic, Nadia, his friends, and the occasional five finger discounts.
I can't wait to read the next book!