The Spear Cuts Through Water

Simon Jimenez
65 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2022

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Book Brief

Simon Jimenez

The Spear Cuts Through Water

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

525

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

•

Romance
Setting

Fantasy World

Theme
Science & Technology

•

Regret

•

Disability
Topic
LGBTQ+
First Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Spear Cuts Through Water is a novel by Simon Jimenez that intertwines fantasy and folklore. It follows two warriors on a perilous journey to overthrow a tyrannical emperor. Their path is intertwined with the stories of various characters whose lives and choices are impacted by the conflict, creating a richly woven narrative.

Fantastical

Mysterious

Emotional

Adventurous

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

31,302 ratings

77%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Spear Cuts Through Water by Simon Jimenez is praised for its lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling. Readers appreciate its epic scope and depth of emotion. However, some find the narrative structure complex and challenging. The novel is celebrated for its originality and rich world-building, making it a rewarding yet demanding read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Spear Cuts Through Water?

A reader captivated by lyrical prose, epic fantasy, and intricate storytelling will relish The Spear Cuts Through Water. Fans of N. K. Jemisin's The Broken Earth series or Liu's The Grace of Kings will appreciate Jimenez's blend of myth, magic, and heartfelt narratives.

4.1

31,302 ratings

77%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Character List

A member of a merchant family, deeply affected by war, who grapples with a sense of cultural disconnection and familial neglect, seeking acceptance and meaning within their heritage.

A tough, nostalgic grandmother who smokes heavily and shares stories of the family's past in the Old Country, playing a central role in the theme of storytelling.

An ethereal figure connected to the Moon and Water, responsible for managing the Inverted Theater and embodying the continuity of storytelling.

A skilled warrior and orphan with a fabricated heritage, driven by a desire for identity, connection, and purpose, while carrying a significant symbolic spear.

A former child soldier seeking redemption from a violent past, burdened by guilt and guided by a vow to avoid killing, while developing a complex relationship with Keema.

A powerful and ruthless son of the emperor, commanding the Red Peacock Brigade, who shows moments of humanity through his love for his sons, particularly Jun.

A manipulative and sadistic character with the power to control others through speech, driven by a desire for power and a complex relationship with his family.

A triplet with shapeshifting abilities and an animalistic demeanor, whose journey from ally to antagonist is marked by a childlike loyalty and a desire for acceptance.

A powerful and calculating figure with a complex history, involved in the stories and lives of others while navigating her own quest for redemption and escape.

A capable and respected leader, known as the Drunk Maiden, on a mission of love and penance, driven by her connection to her past and her family.

A young warrior with a deep sense of honor, determined to fulfill her mission and family legacy, eventually taking on a leadership role.

A unique tortoise with disabilities and an imperfect connection to its kin, it plays a crucial role in aiding Jun and the Moon goddess while questioning authority.

Book Details
Pages

525

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

•

Romance
Setting

Fantasy World

Theme
Science & Technology

•

Regret

•

Disability
Topic
LGBTQ+
First Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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