Eisenhorn

by Dan Abnett
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  • ID: 9826
  • Added: 2026-01-03
  • Updated: 2026-01-03
  • Reviews: 3
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At Boundary's Edge · 2021-01-05
good 4.00

The prose is tight and the characters and plot are well-handled. The familiar names add a layer of depth for longtime fans.

This reviewer highly praises Dan Abnett's writing, noting his tight prose and strong character and plot development. They appreciate the familiar names that add depth for longtime fans of the series. The book is seen as a good read, with a tight narrative that keeps readers engaged. The reviewer also highlights the book's ability to balance action and character development effectively.

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    It's a good book, I won't argue that.

    Abnett's prose is tight, his grip on characters and plot are great.

    A lot of the names are familiar to me, which adds a layer of depth.

JW Wartick · 2015-09-02
compelling 4.50

The dark world of WH40k is portrayed compellingly, with a narrative that has some profound points.

This reviewer finds the world of Warhammer 40K to be dark but compelling, with a narrative that serves up profound points. They appreciate the way the story portrays evil and the battle against it, making it a deeply engaging read. The reviewer also highlights the book's ability to explore complex themes and characters, adding depth to the overall narrative. They see it as a standout in the genre, with a unique blend of action and philosophical depth.

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    The world of WH40k is dark, but the way it portrays evil and the battle against it serves up not only a compelling narrative but one which has some points of depth.

    The story explores complex themes and characters, adding depth to the overall narrative.

    It's a deeply engaging read with a unique blend of action and philosophical depth.

Corners of Chaos · 2011-10-31
great 4.00

The story is well-told and engaging, though it isn't perfect. It offers a compelling narrative that keeps readers hooked.

This reviewer found Eisenhorn to be a great story, very well told. They acknowledge that no book is perfect, but the narrative is compelling and keeps readers engaged. The world-building and character development are particularly strong points, making it a standout in the genre. They highlight the book's ability to draw readers in and maintain their interest throughout, despite any minor flaws.

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    It can't be perfect, can it.

    The best praise I can offer this book is that it's a great story, very well told.

    The world-building and character development are particularly strong points.

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