James Barclay

James · Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2008 2:18 pm Post subject:

Hi A.I.

First on translations... I don't pick who translates, that's for Heyne to decide. I know my translator is well thought of but I also know that translations are sympathetic, rather than literal so there is bound to be subjectiveness. Sorry you don't like them.

As for the Ascendant fathers, well, it is more of a historical thing, there having been incidents in the past where fathers have killed their children, having got scard of many things like what the Ascendancy stands for, what their child might become, religious conversion, etc.

And it is not that easy to guess. The pool of potential fathers is reasonably large (in context) and more than one potential father will have sex with a potential mother around fertility times. This is both as a protective measure and to up the chances of successful conception. Potential fathers are kept away from the Ascendancy children too.

That's a simple overview, I hope it helps.
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Rups · Joined: 02 Jul 2008 Posts: 45

I wish I was an Ascendant Father...

Al. I. Cuza · Joined: 28 Jun 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Vienna

Al. I. Cuza · Joined: 28 Jun 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Vienna

Stupid Question, I know, but can I hope to read another story about the ascendants, maybe some 100 years in the future? Very Happy

James · Posted: Mon Sep 22, 2008 10:41 am Post subject:

I have no plans at present. But. like The Raven, never say never...
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Al. I. Cuza · Joined: 28 Jun 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Vienna

What do you consider is better, the Ascendant-series or the Raven-series? Didn't read the Raven yet.

Drizzt · Joined: 07 Mar 2005 Posts: 1081 Location: Easington, UK

Difficult one to answer is that. The Ascendants books, though fantasy, are more more 'high' fantasy with a sprawling world, many nations and cultures, multitudes of characters etc.... the Raven books are heroic fantasy, more 'high-octane' all-action books. I loved both series but for different reasons.

If you haven't read 'em, I recommend you do. Wink

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Al. I. Cuza · Joined: 28 Jun 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Vienna

Yeah. I certainly will Very Happy

Tk421 · Joined: 06 Jan 2005 Posts: 275 Location: United Kingdom

I prefer the Raven. Doesnt mean I dont like the Ascendancy but the action element of the Raven appeals to me more on a personal level I think.
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Selik · Joined: 20 Jan 2005 Posts: 1524 Location: South Shields

I like both... i'm perfect Razz

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Drizzt · Joined: 07 Mar 2005 Posts: 1081 Location: Easington, UK

I shan't argue. Wink

Nah, get some Raven books read sir!
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Max Power · Joined: 06 Dec 2004 Posts: 467 Location: United Kingdom

I think I engaged more with the characters in the Raven series, but I thought the scope of the Ascendancy was fantastic. I also enjoyed the development of James as an author throughout Ascendants, which makes me particularly excited about the upcoming release of Ravensoul.
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