If you think it’s hard being a hobgoblin or a human, try living a goblin’s life for a while. In fact, try imagining what it’s like to be the runtiest goblin in the caves, the lone worshiper of a god who’s been forgotten for a good reason, and the target everyone points to at the first hint of trouble. Try picturing yourself as Jig Dragonslayer, and see how you like it… Despite impossible odds, Jig was still alive. He’d survived an adventurer’s quest against a dragon and a necromancer, a pixie invasion that had ogres and trolls dropping like flies, and, most frightening of all, the threat of being made chief of the goblins. He wasn’t sure how much more he could stand. Naturally, he was about to find out. War was brewing in the world outside the Mountain, and when the goblin’s lair was invaded by human warriors in search of the Rod of Creation, Jig knew it was just the start of another really bad day…
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Hines sidesteps the main question facing elvers—WWTD, or What would Tolkien do?—with a wink and his usual snort. His goofy elves, orcs, trolls, dwarves, humans and even an evil tree conjure laughter, not screams. Jig Dragonslayer might have a dash of hobbit in him as he reluctantly dashes into his latest adventure (after Goblin Hero): he would much rather stay home in a comfy cave, hanging out with Smudge, his fire-spider, or Relka, a most excellent cook. But alas, they're all pressed into a human/elf war against Billa the Bloody, a monstrous orc who'll do anything to win, even if it means killing her army and human Princess Genevieve's troops fighting for Wendel, king of Adenkar. Luckily, Jig has a secret weapon thanks to Tymalous Shadowstar, a Forgotten God who communicates with him telepathically. Shadowstar would sacrifice himself for his little goblin priest, but Jig's amazing courage may not make that necessary. Readers will need familiarity with earlier books in the series, but Hines's funny bone is sharp and YA-friendly. (Mar.)
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In the third droll Jig the Goblin book (after Goblin Quest, 2006, and Goblin Hero, 2007), the runty, nearsighted, blue goblin again is thrust unwillingly into great peril, prodded by the forgotten god he worships. Human warriors invade the goblins’ mountain lair and purloin the Rod of Creation. The power struggle among the gods spills into the mortal world, where the orc Brilla the Bloody leads her army of monsters against humans at the behest of another forgotten god, who wants to entice the god of death to the killing fields and slay him. Part farce, part parody, Hines’ rip-roaring narrative has us cheering the highly sympathetic Jig on to victory. --Sally Estes
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Jim C. Hines' latest book is LIBRIOMANCER, a modern-day fantasy about a magic-wielding librarian, a dryad, a secret society founded by Johannes Gutenberg, a flaming spider, and an enchanted convertible. He's also the author of the PRINCESS series of fairy tale retellings as well as the humorous GOBLIN QUEST trilogy. His short fiction has appeared in more than 40 magazines and anthologies. Jim lives in Michigan with his wife and two children. He's currently hard at work on CODEX BORN, the second book in the MAGIC EX LIBRIS series. Online, he can be found at http://www.jimchines.com.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Jig has bested a dragon, necromancer, and pixies; but now he's up against a powerful orc and her army. To make matters worse, Jig has to deal with an army of humans as well. As a long-lost secret is revealed about Tymalous Shadowstar's forgotten past, can Jig trust his benefactor enough to stand against the most powerful being Jig has ever encountered? Humans and the "uncivilized creatures" lives all may hang in the balance as armies clash and a dark plot unravels.
As a fan of the first two installments, I had high expectations for Goblin War. And I wasn't disappointed. There is plenty of adventure, humor, and magic contributing to make this a fantastic fantasy. Jig's character has been slowly developing over the course of the trilogy. And big questions are revealed that have been looming since the beginning. The humor is the most wonderful aspect of this unique series, and this latest had me laughing out loud (especially a certain reference to a Shel Silverstein story). Each of these books has been better than the last. This series is a must-read and one of my all-time favorites!
As a fan of the first two installments, I had high expectations for Goblin War. And I wasn't disappointed. There is plenty of adventure, humor, and magic contributing to make this a fantastic fantasy. Jig's character has been slowly developing over the course of the trilogy. And big questions are revealed that have been looming since the beginning. The humor is the most wonderful aspect of this unique series, and this latest had me laughing out loud (especially a certain reference to a Shel Silverstein story). Each of these books has been better than the last. This series is a must-read and one of my all-time favorites!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Goblin War is a completely different novel from the first two novels in the Goblin Series, Goblin Quest and Goblin War. Those two books were constrained by the small world of the lair and its surrounding caves. The goblins never left the caves under their mountain, for all the adventures that they had. This meant that the second novel, while having a different set of circumstances, was much like the first in plot and style, and didn't add too much that was new to Jig the Goblin's story. But in Goblin War, author Jim C. Hines has Jig and many of his fellow goblins leave the cave for the wider world, a world that pretty much wants to destroy them.
In Goblin War Jig's god, Tymalous Shadowstar, plays a much more significant role in the story. Each chapter begins with a history of how the forgotten god came to be forgotten, and why his worship was never picked up by some cult or other. It was wonderful to watch how Tymalous Shadowstar is revealed throughout the book, and he becomes a truly three dimensional character, not just an occasion for a disembodied laugh.
All in all, I think Goblin War is Hines' best novel so far. He has stepped out of the small confines of the goblin lair, and opened up a new world for Jig to experience. This novel has more elements for humor, more action, and more plot threads. Hines is growing as a writer. This growing skill and comfort with writing is allowing him to write more complex and funny novels. It is sad to think that for now, Jig is on a well-deserved hiatus. Hopefully Hines will return to Jig's world, or in some way connect the novels he is currently writing now to Jig's story. Either way, I would like to see more of Jig.
In Goblin War Jig's god, Tymalous Shadowstar, plays a much more significant role in the story. Each chapter begins with a history of how the forgotten god came to be forgotten, and why his worship was never picked up by some cult or other. It was wonderful to watch how Tymalous Shadowstar is revealed throughout the book, and he becomes a truly three dimensional character, not just an occasion for a disembodied laugh.
All in all, I think Goblin War is Hines' best novel so far. He has stepped out of the small confines of the goblin lair, and opened up a new world for Jig to experience. This novel has more elements for humor, more action, and more plot threads. Hines is growing as a writer. This growing skill and comfort with writing is allowing him to write more complex and funny novels. It is sad to think that for now, Jig is on a well-deserved hiatus. Hopefully Hines will return to Jig's world, or in some way connect the novels he is currently writing now to Jig's story. Either way, I would like to see more of Jig.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Oscar
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Jig Dragonslayer's adventures (possibly) conclude in "Goblin War" nearly one year after the prior novel. The greatly improved storytelling relates an outstanding piece of Tymalous Shadowstar's past with each chapter. The Jig saga consistently amuses and entertains without any explicit elements or gruesome contents.
The backstabbing Relka returns as a spirited promoter of Tymalous and devoted believer in Jig's powers, singing entertaining poems in their names. Together with Relka, Jig and goblin warrior Trok are captured by a small war party lead by Prince Theodore and Princess Genevieve, siblings to the Prince brothers from "Goblin Quest". Darnak the dwarf reappears accompanying the two royal youngsters in their quest.
There are some interesting revelations about Jig's parentage and Tymalous's interest for Jig and the goblin race in the short pieces of his divine history. Veka the wizard is briefly mentioned but otherwise absent.
A detailed map of the significant terrains would have been useful.
I highly recommend this series to any fan of the fantasy genre.
Thank you.
The backstabbing Relka returns as a spirited promoter of Tymalous and devoted believer in Jig's powers, singing entertaining poems in their names. Together with Relka, Jig and goblin warrior Trok are captured by a small war party lead by Prince Theodore and Princess Genevieve, siblings to the Prince brothers from "Goblin Quest". Darnak the dwarf reappears accompanying the two royal youngsters in their quest.
There are some interesting revelations about Jig's parentage and Tymalous's interest for Jig and the goblin race in the short pieces of his divine history. Veka the wizard is briefly mentioned but otherwise absent.
A detailed map of the significant terrains would have been useful.
I highly recommend this series to any fan of the fantasy genre.
Thank you.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hilarious as always
Hines does it again. Very entertaining, witty , and yet plenty of slapstick that will keep you laughing. The only con-- his books don't last forever!
Published 1 month ago by jon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another great goblin book
Jim C Hines Goblin series is wonderfully imagined. From the Gods to the magic, to the tongue in cheek jabs at the fantasy genre.
Published 3 months ago by Solace
5.0 out of 5 stars
Go Goblins!
Jig is back, just as reluctantly as always. Not all heroes are brave or fearless but Jig has Shadowstar on his side who doesn't take no for an answer. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sariah John
4.0 out of 5 stars
Jig!
Didja like the other Jig books? You'll like this one. Jig continues to be an unlikely hero, and Autumnstar continues to show how much like a goblin he really is.
Published 5 months ago by Travis N. Young
5.0 out of 5 stars
Read the whole series
Jim Hines Goblin Series is well worth the time. A delightful adventure story with humor and twists. Engaging hero and surprising companions. Love them!
Published 6 months ago by Linda Harms
5.0 out of 5 stars
JIg, the Goblin Series
Oh No - The Rod of Creation is stolen by another Human Prince and Jig is captured to work as a slave for Humans. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mr. Stephen H. Ziker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jig the Goblin, Book Three
It has been two years since Jig the Goblin had been captured by Prince Barius Wendelson, his wizard brother, Ryslind, and a dwarf named Darnak. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Detra Fitch
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best book in the series; funny and heartfelt
This was the third and final installment in the Jig the Goblin series by Jim C. Hines. It was my favorite book of the series and just about as perfect as it could get. Read more
Published on April 2, 2010 by Karissa Eckert
3.0 out of 5 stars
An uninspired ending to what had been a great premise
As I wasn't particularly thrilled with the last entry in this trilogy - 'Goblin Hero' - I was hoping that this book would hew closer with regard to both pacing and interesting... Read more
Published on August 18, 2009 by Steven Warfield
4.0 out of 5 stars
Best Book in the Trilogy
Once again, Jim Hines brings us a story involving Jig the Goblin, but this time he makes far less mistakes. Read more
Published on June 23, 2009 by Judah
