I started reading The Iron Druid Series awhile ago, I was looking for fantasy books that didn’t feeling overly fantastic (one of the reasons I won’t touch Tolkien, no there is no point debating his point, you won’t convince me to give him a shot). So, I chose the Iron Druid since it mostly takes place in real locations (when he isn’t traveling through other planes with deities.
Atticus is a decently interesting character, I enjoy reading his adventures with Celtic deities, and The Morrison has been my favorite so far. She seems like a really fun character, and someone I would probably enjoy talking to. Oberon (his Irish Wolfhound) is fun too, and I love their inner monologues.
As a person who likes to fully complete things, I have also read the other short stories and novellas surrounding the first five books in the series. I feel like it adds more depth to the characters.
I have also enjoyed the deities that have appeared so far, Celtic, Norse, Greek, Roman, Christian, Russian etc. They have all brought something to the stories that make it even more fun for me.
Anyway, the story so far has had a really good balance of fantasy, reality, and the romance isn’t overwhelming, turning it into pseduo Romantasy, which is a genre I have little to no interest in.
If you haven’t read the series, I recommend picking it up. If you haven’t read, I would love to know what your thoughts are on it!
by ActualRound7699
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the iron druid series is such a gem! atticus and oberon are legit the best duo, and the mix of mythology makes it super engaging. totally agree, the balance is just right—doesn’t feel over the top like some other fantasy stuff. def recommend it to anyone looking for a fun read!