Patrick Weekes

Patrick Weekes is a Canadian author and lead writer at BioWare, known for both original fantasy novels and video game writing. They have worked on major gaming franchises including Mass Effect and Dragon Age, contributing significantly to their storylines and character development. Weekes gained recognition in traditional publishing with The Palace Job (2013), the first book in the Rogues of the Republic fantasy series. The series, which includes The Palace Job, The Prophecy Con, and The Paladin Caper, combines heist storylines with fantasy elements and has drawn attention for its diverse characters and humor. At BioWare, Weekes served as the lead writer for Dragon Age: Inquisition's Trespasser DLC and has written extensively for characters including Cole and Solas. Their contributions to the Mass Effect series include writing for characters like Mordin Solus and Tali'Zorah. Weekes advocates for inclusive representation in both gaming and literature, incorporating diverse characters and perspectives into their work. They frequently speak at industry events about narrative design and storytelling in video games.

Readers praise Weekes' ability to blend humor with action in the Rogues of the Republic series. Many reviews highlight the well-crafted dialogue and diverse character representation. On Reddit and gaming forums, fans particularly appreciate Weekes' video game writing for Mass Effect characters Mordin Solus and Tali'Zorah. Liked: - Fast-paced plotting - Character dynamics and banter - LGBTQ+ representation - Integration of fantasy elements with heist mechanics Disliked: - Some readers found the first book's multiple viewpoints confusing - Occasional pacing issues in action sequences - Complex plot threads that don't fully resolve Ratings: Goodreads: - The Palace Job: 3.9/5 (6,800+ ratings) - The Prophecy Con: 4.1/5 (3,200+ ratings) - The Paladin Caper: 4.2/5 (2,400+ ratings) Amazon averages 4.3/5 across all three books, with readers frequently comparing the series to Ocean's Eleven in a fantasy setting.

The Palace Job - A fantasy heist novel following a professional thief who assembles a team to steal a priceless elven manuscript from the most secure vault in the Republic.

The Prophecy Con - The second book in the Rogues of the Republic series follows Loch and her crew as they attempt to prevent a prophecy from coming true while navigating political intrigue.

The Paladin Caper - The final installment of the Rogues of the Republic trilogy sees Loch's team working to prevent a magical apocalypse threatening their world.

Dragon Age: The Masked Empire - A novel set in the Dragon Age universe exploring the political intrigue and civil war in the empire of Orlais through the perspective of Empress Celene.

Feeder - A young adult science fiction novel about a teenager who discovers she can see interdimensional parasites that feed on human emotions.

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Martha Wells creates science fiction and fantasy with strong character focus and outsider perspectives, particularly in her Murderbot series. Her writing style emphasizes character relationships and humor within action-driven plots.

Nicholas Eames combines fantasy with modern sensibilities in his Kings of the Wyld series. His work features ensemble casts and incorporates humor into traditional fantasy settings.

Sam Sykes writes fantasy featuring diverse teams of characters undertaking dangerous missions. His books balance action sequences with character development and witty dialogue.

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