CodeByJeff reviewed The Folding Knife by K. J. Parker
Long, but well-told "empire building" story
4 stars
Based on Roman-era times & empire building, a long, "family saga" style story (except it really focuses on one main character)
Interesting in that it focused not so much on the military but rather the way money makes the world go round, and oversees the rise and fall of nations
I enjoyed the characters, I enjoyed the story and the twists. I thought it could have been edited down a little bit; I was starting to wonder in the middle if I should finish, but was well rewarded for doing so.
I'm not sure I found his sister's deep-hatred completely believable, and wonder if it was a part that could have been left out and not change the story too deeply, but perhaps I nitpick