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The Clans Conflict
492 pages, Hardcover
First published February 17, 2011
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June 30, 2011
Helms paints a grand post apocalyptic landscape here. Set in Scotland after civilization is forced to devolve into that of a medieval era; it brings to mind the scope and vision of Braveheart. He has obviously done his homework with the mythos of Celtic paganism and history. I completely enjoyed it as I am a sucker for the post apocalyptic genre.
January 9, 2018
This was an action-packed book with a story populated by memorable protagonists and their opponents. Good descriptions with attention to detail carry one through this first installment of this Middle Ages flavored Post-Apocalyptic trilogy.
I found this an enjoyable read that grabbed and kept my attention nearly from the beginning and well worthy the money. A memorable cadre of key characters who live in a futuristic highlands of Scotland where their society has begun rebuilding based on the old clan system/feudalistic government under a monarch.
At stake is the throne of Scotland. The contenders are: Domeric of Clan Campbell and Gregor of Clan Gregor; those clans are ancient foes and as the realm descends into civil war the other clans rally to the former or latter. The bitter conflict comes to a boil and spills from the highlands into other parts of Scotland. Strong battlefield violence throughout and brief instances of torture inflicted against one of the key protagonists (his treatment brought tears to my eyes).
Well-written with characters I cared about and others I loved to hate. This was an honest novel length book and has a heart-wrenching twist near the end, which I failed to see coming. This was a self contained story, though it's the first of three.
I've ordered the second installment 'The Lord-Protector's War', and I hope the author doesn't let me down. I enjoyed the bold storytelling and his flare for characterization, which reminded me of Dave Duncan's style.
I found this an enjoyable read that grabbed and kept my attention nearly from the beginning and well worthy the money. A memorable cadre of key characters who live in a futuristic highlands of Scotland where their society has begun rebuilding based on the old clan system/feudalistic government under a monarch.
At stake is the throne of Scotland. The contenders are: Domeric of Clan Campbell and Gregor of Clan Gregor; those clans are ancient foes and as the realm descends into civil war the other clans rally to the former or latter. The bitter conflict comes to a boil and spills from the highlands into other parts of Scotland. Strong battlefield violence throughout and brief instances of torture inflicted against one of the key protagonists (his treatment brought tears to my eyes).
Well-written with characters I cared about and others I loved to hate. This was an honest novel length book and has a heart-wrenching twist near the end, which I failed to see coming. This was a self contained story, though it's the first of three.
I've ordered the second installment 'The Lord-Protector's War', and I hope the author doesn't let me down. I enjoyed the bold storytelling and his flare for characterization, which reminded me of Dave Duncan's style.
November 13, 2011
A very well written, fast paced book. The characters he wrote about were brought to life in my mind as I read. The action is none stop from start to finish with a surprise twist at the end which left me stunned! The story he told was well developed, and although I previously knew little about Scotland and that nation's people the author made sure that I did by the time I finished reading.
The novel is set in Scotland, particularly the highlands region among the many fueding clans that live there and the action is derived from medievel warfare. There is a full dose of war violence that can get quite graphic, but that just adds to the realism of the setting.
I recommend this novel to anyone interested in Scotland, medievel warfare, and a touch of magic and mythology from that area. I loved it and look forward to the rest of the trilogy.
The novel is set in Scotland, particularly the highlands region among the many fueding clans that live there and the action is derived from medievel warfare. There is a full dose of war violence that can get quite graphic, but that just adds to the realism of the setting.
I recommend this novel to anyone interested in Scotland, medievel warfare, and a touch of magic and mythology from that area. I loved it and look forward to the rest of the trilogy.
February 26, 2018
There aren't enough novels of this genre written that take place with a Scottish setting. This one takes place largely in the highlands and is dominated by characters, good and wicked, of some of the better-known clans of the region (MacGregor, Campbell, Cameron) and some lesser known, but every bit as Scottish from the borders.
This is a story of civil war during a post-apocalyptic time when the nation has rebuilt during the 'Age of Recovery', although much is still lost and much remains fragile.
The battlefield violence is realistic, bloody and therefore gory.
The key characters have personality and depth, especially (in my opinion) the antagonists, while I found myself cringing for the sake of a particular protagonist.
This was one of the most memorable and action-packed books I've ever read and although this is a re-read for me (I first read it back in 2011) I'm eager to get my hands on the sequel now that the author has finally released it. I trust 'The Lord-Protector's War' is as good as this one, as I've been waiting entirely too long for it to be written!
This is a story of civil war during a post-apocalyptic time when the nation has rebuilt during the 'Age of Recovery', although much is still lost and much remains fragile.
The battlefield violence is realistic, bloody and therefore gory.
The key characters have personality and depth, especially (in my opinion) the antagonists, while I found myself cringing for the sake of a particular protagonist.
This was one of the most memorable and action-packed books I've ever read and although this is a re-read for me (I first read it back in 2011) I'm eager to get my hands on the sequel now that the author has finally released it. I trust 'The Lord-Protector's War' is as good as this one, as I've been waiting entirely too long for it to be written!
January 15, 2018
First of all, I had never heard of this author ( apparently he's an Indie), but the cover along with the teaser on the back caught my attention. In my opinion, a lot of the new offerings out there are too full of pc rot and have lots of weak male protagonists in favor of female heroes. I don't have anything against strong female characters, although I find it tiresome.
I was pleased to find this story had strong, moral male characters not afraid to be manly and fight for what or who they believe in. Loved the Duncan fellow clear to the end.
I wouldn't mind reading more from this new author if he's got anything else out there, especially if it has warfare action like this one.
I was pleased to find this story had strong, moral male characters not afraid to be manly and fight for what or who they believe in. Loved the Duncan fellow clear to the end.
I wouldn't mind reading more from this new author if he's got anything else out there, especially if it has warfare action like this one.
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