Deadhouse Gates by Steven EriksonMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Malazan saga continues. The sheer number of characters and intrigues can feel overwhelming at times, but Deadhouse Gates is easier to follow than Gardens of the Moon. This tome revolves around a massive refugee train - the Chain of Dogs - that must be escorted to safety across a desert. The single-mindedness of this story anchors the book, and its simplicity makes the tale that much more heartwrenching to read.
There's still plenty of other goings on, and I've found that enjoying these books means letting go of trying to understand everything that happens on every page. I'm learning to trust that Erikson will explain things when he's good and ready. Or he won't, and I'll figure it out down the road. These books would reveal a lot more on a second pass, but I know already that won't happen anytime soon.
Despite their size, I immediately started the third book. It's a terrific series.
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