Fool's Proof: A funny fantasy full of twists, adventure and unforgettable characters.

My first thought of Fool's Proof was that if the story inside in any way matched the cover art, I was going to enjoy it immensely. I was not disappointed. Some familiar historical fantasy tropes provide a comfortable framework wherein the author weaves a very colorful tapestry of players, each one worthy of closer scrutiny as their lives and motivations intertwine in sometimes complex (but never confusing) ways. Sandor embroiders a rich and well-rounded world in very few stitches, delivering a lively tale that invites deeper thought but doesn’t demand it - a boon in these tumultuous times. I can read Fool’s Proof and enjoy a humorous escape, yet afterwards find myself thinking back to characters and their actions and the things left unsaid about them. In fact, my biggest criticism of the book is that it does not lag, even where I wish it would. I would gladly read three hundred pages more about any one of these characters or any place in the Fool’s Proof world, provided it was written with the same deft wit and curiosity. I would unhesitatingly recommend Eva Sandor’s book to anyone who has enjoyed Sir Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series.