Author most like Gemmell

[Varangian]

I know that Gemmell can never be replaced, but in your opinions, which author is most like Gemmell?

Thanks.

 

[nomadman]

Robert E Howard had a pretty similar style. In fact, I believe he was one of Gemmel's main inspirations.

 

[biodroid]

Conn Iggulden is very similar and his main inspiration is Gemmell. He writes historical fiction with a Gemmell style hero.

 

[Coragem]

Conn Iggulden is very similar and his main inspiration is Gemmell. He writes historical fiction with a Gemmell style hero.

My wife loves Gemmell (like me) but hated Iggulden.

I'd definitely prefer James Barclay. A guy Gemmell rated highly. Very good for funny, heroic characters, and character interplay.

Coragem.

 

[rai]

I have not read any Gemmell, where is a good place to start?

 

[Connavar]

The only who is similar in heroic fantasy, great military action type fantasy is Paul kearney.

Howard is similar in subgenre,type of heroes but he is a fantasy legend and should be read on his own name.

 

[Fried Egg]

I have not read any Gemmell, where is a good place to start?

I don't really think it matters as his books tend to stand alone. Even those in series are only loosely connected. The first I read was "Druss: The Legend" and wasn't disappointed.

 

[Dozmonic]

I like Gemmel's historical fiction, but haven't given his fantasy enough attention yet. Iggulden is similar in that regard for me too

 

[Varangian]

Thanks for the replies, there's quite a few authors there to have a look at. Now with the price of e-books being so affordable I'll have a look at all of them.

 

[Menion]

Dave Duncan in my opinion writes characters similar to Gemmell's style.

 

[Varangian]

Connavar,

Right, I'm set, first book off the rank will be 'Ten Thousand' by Kearney.

Menion, thanks for that, will have a look at Dave Duncan as well.

 

[Connavar]

Connavar,

Right, I'm set, first book off the rank will be 'Ten Thousand' by Kearney.

Menion, thanks for that, will have a look at Dave Duncan as well.

Let me know what you think of it. Its historical ike Lion of Macedon. His Sea Beggars series is my fav fantasy of his

Kearney is a blessing for me who miss Gemmell alot. I hope you like him.

 

[Moggle]

I have not read any Gemmell, where is a good place to start?

I would definately go with Troy: Lord of the Silver Bow.

 

[nixie]

My wife loves Gemmell (like me) but hated Iggulden.

I'd definitely prefer James Barclay. A guy Gemmell rated highly. Very good for funny, heroic characters, and character interplay.

Coragem.

I was beginning to feel I was the only one here that liked Barclay.

 

[Brian G Turner]

Did James Barclay write a book about Romans vs zombies? Or am I getting confused?

 

[Hardlight]

I think Michael Moorcock was also an influence for Mr. Gemmell.