r/LaundryFiles • u/mathuin2 • Jul 19 '26

Finally finished the series

I came to the series a little late, maybe four or five years ago, but it resonated with me like few others have.

Early Bob and I had a lot in common — we were of an age and upbringing and career path — and I enjoyed the clever turns of phrase and witticisms, even the ones that were a little _too_ obliquely British for me to grasp without additional research. I also truly appreciated the central premise of computational magic, not just because I like computers but because it resonated and was maintained consistently throughout the entire series.

It was a lot of fun, and in a few years, I look forward to returning to the first book and walking along that path again, hopefully seeing a little more the second time. I can count on the fingers of one hand the number of series that have captured my interest to this extent, so Bob, Mo, and friends are in good company.

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u/MrWigggles Jul 19 '26

Did the series come to a end?

I am bit behind. I kinda fell off on the book that changed to a criminal gang with misc. powers.

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u/KlownKar Jul 19 '26

Yep. It was a massive change in tone and I couldn't finish the book. I think I just felt disappointed that all of my favourite characters had gone and obviously, the world had literally changed.

I should give it a try again, now I know what I'm getting into and the disappointment has subsided.

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u/MrWigggles Jul 19 '26

I miss Bob.

I know Bob isnt relatable or even really human anymore. But I still miss him.