Resolution

by Brian Libby

The third volume in the Mercenaries series The storm the Calamian Islands are invaded by powerful forces of an alien civilization abetted by suborned mercenaries. The Pelicans Mercenary Regiment, part of the outnumbered troops available to resist the onslaught, must try to stem the tide until the New Empire can intervene-if, indeed, the Empire itself is not overrun. ___________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION concludes the trilogy of which STORM APPROACHING was the first and GOLD AND GLORY the second. "... Storm Approaching is an incredibly self-assured novel, an excellent example of what can still be done in fantasy without using anything that is expected from the genre... Storm Approaching deserves to be on shelves everywhere." Dave Brendon Reviews "[Storm Approaching is] A fantasy novel free from the usual clichés... Highly recommended." Midwest Book Review "While Storm Approaching was a coming-of-age story, Gold and Glory is the action epic, the heroic fantasy saga of the series so far. Filled with battles, Gold and Glory never lacks for action and adventure. Libby works very well at creating characters that are very memorable..." Luke Reviews ___________________________________________________________________

542 pages, Paperback

First published December 6, 2010

Reviews

[Steven Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Resolution is the third book in the Mercenaries series and picks up right around the time that Gold and Glory left off. The Saris have invaded the Calamian Islands and the Pelicans have joined the forces opposing them. The main cast of characters are back. Although in this installment you really get to know many of the commanders from the other regiments. I really like the character of Andiriel/Anashla, while she grows in her abilities and confidence as leader of the Pelicans; she never wavers in her convictions. There is action, kindness, ruthlessness, and spirit in this book. There is great detail in the descriptions of the battles, but it flows in a way that it is a natural part of the story. It doesn’t read like a textbook battle, it is a great storyteller presenting it to you. I have completely fallen in love with this series. I really liked the first book Storm Approaching, then Gold and Glory was even better, now the final installment is by far the best of the lot. Libby’s character development, world building, and storytelling are excellent. I have become a big fan of his work and cannot wait to read more from this outstanding author.


Originally posted on To Read Or Not To Read, March 29, 2013.