To date, bledsoes work is typically characterized by hardboiled protagonists and strong classical noir themes. At the publishers request, this title is being sold without digital rights management software drm applied. The swordedged blonde 2007 is the first novel by alex bledsoe and at the same time the first book in his new eddie lacrosse mystery series. Eddie lacrosse audiobooks listen to the full series. The swordedged blonde alex bledsoe a tom doherty associates book new york.
Alex bledsoe is the author of the eddie lacrosse novels the swordedged blonde, burn me deadly, dark jenny, and wake of the bloody angel, the novels of the tufa the hum and shiver, wisp of a thing, long black curl, and chapel of ease, and the. All copies in use view details view details for the swordedged blonde, book, all copies in use holds. There is magic, and there are bloody fights worthy of the best swordandsorcery tale. After checking out the horrible cover the twins on the reclining maiden put me right off, and wincing over the books title, i read the recommendations on the back cover. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction.
The swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe, october 1, 2007, night shade books edition, hardcover in english. The swordedged blonde audiobook alex bledsoe audible. Eddie lacrosse used to be a rich kid, but a tragic event drove him away from his past life and now hes a. The hardback and the paperback show two completely different covers. Good storytellers know what mysteries to solve, what to leave unsaid, and what to leave their readers pondering over after the book is closed. At the publishers request, this title is being sold. The swordedged blonde is a tourdeforce foray into a realm of action, intrigue, and murder. Eddie is a hardboiled detective in a fantasy setting, and as such, the series mostly falls within the fantastic noir subgenre although exactly how much varies a bit from book to book. Buy the swordedged blonde eddie lacrosse novel by alex bledsoe from amazons fiction books store. Eddie lacrosse is the central character of a series of fantasy novels by alex bledsoe. Alex bledsoe born 3 february 1963 is an american author best known for his novels of the sword and sorcery and urban fantasy genre. While the females of this world could do with some time and work, it is main character eddie who commands attention and keeps the fun coming. Theyre not in chronological order, either one book is a whole episode.
This book was published by the night shade publishers in the year 2007. In addition to his novel series, bledsoe has published over fifty short stories. But before he realizes it, private investigator eddie lacrosse, a slightly shopworn sword jockey with a talent for discretion and detection, is swept up in a web of mystery and deceit involving a brutally murdered royal heir, a queen. The swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe is one of those rainyday kinda novels. Swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe, 9780765380487, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I dont know if its like this with anyone else, but every once in a while i can just look at a book cover and know that im going to like it. The eddie lacrosse series written by author alex bledsoe consists of a total of 5 books published between the years 2007 and 2014. The swordedged blonde eddie lacrosse novels, book 1 eddie lacrosse novels audio alex bledsoe on.
Read by stefan rudnicki private investigator and swordforhire eddie lacrosse is swept up in a web of mystery involving a brutally murdered royal heir. An eddie lacrosse novel and millions of other books are available for instant access. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. For all i knew, this would be my one and only book, and i had to make sure it. The swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe a dribble of ink. The first book in this series is titled as the sword edged blonde. My first novel, the swordedged blonde, came out in hardcover. The swordedged blonde book bellingham public library. But the swordedged blonde is more like a grim and gritty fairy tale for adults clothed skillfully in a trench coat and a fedora and seasoned with elements of sacrifice, romance, intrigue, and redemption.
Read the swordedged blonde an eddie lacrosse novel by alex bledsoe available from rakuten kobo. Click to read more about the swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe. But before he realizes it, sword jockey eddie lacrosse. The swordedged blonde when a childhood friend, now a king, asks eddies help in clearing his queen of a murder charge, eddies longburied past refuses to stay hidden. Friday recommend the swordedged blonde marian allen. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Ten years after the swordedged blonde alex bledsoe. And for all you other writers struggling with rejection and despair, heres another fun. David drake, author of lord of the isles sam spade with a sword.
The swordedged blonde has all the finesse and depth of a great hardboiled mystery, but takes place in a fully realized heroic fantasy setting. That was the case when i first set eyes on the swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe, a firsttime novelist with over fifty published short stories. It was reported as unsold and destroyed to the publisher, and neither the author nor the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the swordedged blonde. The swordedged blonde is an impressive fantasy debut blending detective stories and the sword and sorcery genre with a dash of the western eddie lacrosse, a cynical sword jockey with a haunted past, works alone from his small office located above a tavern. The unlikely pairing of hardboiled mystery with heroic fantasy is great fun. Stefan rudnicki is perfectly cast for this reading and brings an obvious enjoyment of the subject matter to his narrative. So, when this book opened like raymond chandler, i was intrigued. The swordedged blonde has all the finesse and depth of a great hardboiled mystery, but takes place in a fullyrealized heroic fantasy setting. The swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe librarything.
Alex bledsoe when his old childhood friend, king philip of arentia, enlists his help to unravel a scandalous mystery surrounding the brutal death of the young royal heir, lacrosse accepts only to encounter a. The swordedged blonde by alex bledsoe, 9780765362032, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The sword edged blonde boasts a wellcrafted mystery, a likeable if gruff and imperfect lead, a solid plot, and several truly unexpected twists and revelations. The swordedged blonde ebook by alex bledsoe 9781429925280. Eddies on his way back from a routine investigation when his horse almost runs down a halfnaked blonde in serious trouble. It wont stick with you for weeks afterwards, but you cant put it down while youre reading it. For authors im not familiar with, i rely on interesting covers and good jacket descriptions. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
Vast conspiracies, women both beautiful and deadly, and a centuriesold revenge scheme are only a few of the pieces in a lethal puzzle. But before he realizes it, sword jockey eddie lacrosse is swept up in a web of mystery and deceit involving a brutally murdered royal heir, a queen accused of an unspeakable crime, and the tragic past he thought hed left behind. Dnf i was uncomfortable how the female characters were described in this book, the. I picked up alex bledsoes the swordedged blonde because it had just been released on audiobook and i was looking for something short, different, and fun. Burn me deadly someone will go to any lengths, including torture and murder, to locate the last remaining dragon eggs.
The swordedged blonde came in a box of many nightshade books. But before he realizes it, private investigator eddie lacrosse, a slightly shopworn sword jockey with a talent for discretion and detection, is swept up in a web of mystery and deceit involving a brutally murdered royal heir, a queen accused of an unspeakable crime, and the tragic past. An eddie lacrosse novel ebook written by alex bledsoe. The swordedged blonde is a new twist on an old theme and a genuinely fun read. Delaware county district library ohio scanned in china. From start to finish, its a treat for readers of either genre, and easily one of the better books ive had the pleasure of reading this year. Eddie lacrosse used to be a rich kid, but a tragic event drove him away from his past life and now hes a loner.
An eddie lacrosse novel kindle edition by bledsoe, alex. Listen to swordedged blonde audiobook by alex bledsoe. A princess is missing, and typically a king would be willing to pay in gold for her return. If you purchased this book without a cover, you should be aware that this book is stolen property.
The swordedged blonde eddie lacrosse novels, book 1. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The swordedged blonde is a rollicking and quite enjoyable genreblending novel. The swordedged blonde does not have the deep, multilayered plotting of epic fantasy. Its not the deepest book on your bookshelf, but its fun. The swordedged blonde audiobook, written by alex bledsoe. By the time i got to the bottom of the first page and the narrator said, it was a good place for someone like me, a private sword jockey with a talent for discretion, to quietly ply his trade, the book was mine. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read.
Alex bledsoe is a good storyteller and in the swordedged blonde he does all these things in a fun way. Incorporating elements from both hardboiled mystery and heroic fantasy, bledsoes genreblending first novel. Burn me deadly is the sequel to the swordedged blonde, which i adored, and since mr. Bledsoe has been picked up by tor, im guessing im not the only one who felt that way. The swordedged blonde october 1, 2007 edition open. Im happy to report that i enjoyed burn me deadly even more than the. Against his better judgment, he promises to protect the frightened young woman, only to find himself waylaid by unknown assailants and left for dead beside her mutilated body.
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