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La Malerune : Intégrale
Une bien étrange paire se présente aux portes du château Garamont : un sorcier autoritaire et susceptible, accompagné d’un homme-loup aussi effrayant que noble de coeur. Pour la jeune Ariale, retenue prisonnière dans sa chambre, nul doute qu’ils ont un lien avec le chevalier Eras, son père mystérieusement disparu… Une compagnie d’aventuriers des plus inattendues naît alors. Zétide le puissant sorcier, Hogo le noble et monstrueux Lycante, la belle et farouche Lucia, et, bien sûr, Ariale partiront à la recherche du chevalier Eras et tenteront de percer le secret de sa quête.
Né sous la plume de Pierre Grimbert et terminé par celle de Michel Robert, tous deux respectivement auteurs des cycles best-sellers Le Secret de Ji et L’Agent des ombres, La Malerune est devenu en quelques années, grâce à des milliers de fans, un classique de la fantasy francophone.
Cette édition comporte les trois tomes du cycle de La Malerune parus préalablement au Livre de Poche : Les Armes des Garamont, Le Dire des Sylfes et La Belle Arcane.
Né sous la plume de Pierre Grimbert et terminé par celle de Michel Robert, tous deux respectivement auteurs des cycles best-sellers Le Secret de Ji et L’Agent des ombres, La Malerune est devenu en quelques années, grâce à des milliers de fans, un classique de la fantasy francophone.
Cette édition comporte les trois tomes du cycle de La Malerune parus préalablement au Livre de Poche : Les Armes des Garamont, Le Dire des Sylfes et La Belle Arcane.
1120 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 25, 2012
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About the author
Pierre Grimbert
70 books88 followersA native of France and a lifelong fantasy enthusiast who numbers Jack Vance, Fritz Leiber, and Michael Moorcock among his heroes, Pierre Grimbert has been awarded the Prix Ozone, for best French language fantasy novel, and the Prix Julia Verlanger, for best science fiction novel in any language. He is the author of thirtenn much beloved novels of the Ji mythos, including the series the Secret of Ji, the Children of Ji, and the Guardians of Ji. He lives in northern France with his wife, also writer, and four children.
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May 26, 2020
I'll try to keep it short, this time. I bought the omnibus, because that way, you have all the books in one time. However, as is custom with e.g. Livre de Poche and J'ai Lu (publishers), the paper is very thin. You have the impression you're reading a +/- 400 page book, but in reality it's 1114 pages!
The trilogy consists of:
1) Les Armes de Garamont (no, not the font type, but a House; its master Eras is on the search for La Belle Arcane, a sort of rune to undo the Malerune, the evil one. His two daughters, Ariale and Lucia, will play important roles throughout the books)
2) Le Dire des Sylfes (Sylfes are little, shy, but playful, tree-creatures, who only come out under specific circumstances and serve as informants/messengers)
3) La Belle Arcane (The one rune to undo its evil counterpart), also the longest book in the trilogy. Too long.
The sorcerer Zétide and his life-long partner in crime, who's also a prince in his own country, Hogo (a lycan) were called out on this quest to recompile la Belle Arcane, but for that they have to search for clues. On their quest, they will find many troubles, be involved in life-threatening battles and experiences. It's the classic fight between good and evil.
The world is being conquered by demons, called maûnes. They come into the world of the people, the Aeldo, through a certain type of capping stones/plates, Dalles in French.
Since Eras is also conducting a search for the Arcane (the rune), meanwhile keeping our fellowship up to date through the Sylfes (those tree-creatures), and at the same time fearing for his life, his daughters at Castle Garamont aren't safe. Thus, Zétide and Hogo decide to have them along on their own quest. Not even in Zétide's secret cave they're safe.
Zétide's magic has to do with things outside of him, while Ariale (barely 10 years old) learns (during her short stay at his cave) the power of healing, thus drawing from her own energy and inborn skills. This is a very valuable asset and advantage, as the group will encounter many perils. ()
Her sister, Lucia, is a warrior, but very bold and cheeky. What a difference with her little sister! Big-mouthed even, to the point of nerve-wrecking. She thinks she can handle it all, thinks she's oh so tough. I can't mention the many time she rubbed me the wrong way with her behaviour. But she will prove her worth along the way. ()
What bothered me on several occasions: The demons might be evil, fearsome creatures, but they're sometimes quite weak, behaving like pussies. Sure, it's Fantasy, but come on... Or, when our fellowship is trapped, has to battle its way out, they succeed. Every time.
Another classic trope, especially near the end: Zétide's lost love (or so he thought she was; lost, that is). She had indeed disappeared, taken into the dark world, only to not be able to return. Being so influenced and brain-washed: Join me, Zétide. Together we can rule the world. We'd form an excellent team, like before. I don't need to tell you the rest, do I?
The world-building was very good, though. While I do like the original premise, I find the overall execution a bit lacking. Is it because of Roberts intervention? His way of writing the rest of the story maybe even adding ideas of his own and thus not fully following Grimberts instructions? Do external events play a role in my (dis)liking? To some extent, perhaps, yes. But as this was my first encounter with Roberts writing, I don't think my collection will expand with his works, if I may be so honest. Maybe Grimbert should indeed have written it all himself, like he did with his very good quartet Le Secret de Ji, which I can highly recommend!
Pierre Grimbert is the originator of this trilogy, yet he wrote only the first book. Michel Robert wrote the other two books. This is clear in the writing style; Robert's is more accessible, has more relationship elements, ... Robert also stretched the last book far too much. The story dragged on and on and on. I therefore skimmed and skipped many pages of the last 200-300, because of the lag.
As I wrote in one of the spoilers: All's well that ends well, otherwise it wouldn't be a good story, right?
On a side-note: This reviewer is even less enthusiastic about La Malerune.
The trilogy reminded me of, and there are many more examples out there, Lord of the Rings, Dragonlance, maybe even bit of Elantris (which is far, far better than La Malerune, and only 1 book!).
Long story short: Not the best trilogy I've read. Mixed feelings, not to say even a bit disappointed. Pierre Grimbert is one of France's big names and to see one of his works treated in this way... Again, go for his quartet Le Secret de Ji (The Secret of Ji).
The trilogy consists of:
1) Les Armes de Garamont (no, not the font type, but a House; its master Eras is on the search for La Belle Arcane, a sort of rune to undo the Malerune, the evil one. His two daughters, Ariale and Lucia, will play important roles throughout the books)
2) Le Dire des Sylfes (Sylfes are little, shy, but playful, tree-creatures, who only come out under specific circumstances and serve as informants/messengers)
3) La Belle Arcane (The one rune to undo its evil counterpart), also the longest book in the trilogy. Too long.
The sorcerer Zétide and his life-long partner in crime, who's also a prince in his own country, Hogo (a lycan) were called out on this quest to recompile la Belle Arcane, but for that they have to search for clues. On their quest, they will find many troubles, be involved in life-threatening battles and experiences. It's the classic fight between good and evil.
The world is being conquered by demons, called maûnes. They come into the world of the people, the Aeldo, through a certain type of capping stones/plates, Dalles in French.
Since Eras is also conducting a search for the Arcane (the rune), meanwhile keeping our fellowship up to date through the Sylfes (those tree-creatures), and at the same time fearing for his life, his daughters at Castle Garamont aren't safe. Thus, Zétide and Hogo decide to have them along on their own quest. Not even in Zétide's secret cave they're safe.
Zétide's magic has to do with things outside of him, while Ariale (barely 10 years old) learns (during her short stay at his cave) the power of healing, thus drawing from her own energy and inborn skills. This is a very valuable asset and advantage, as the group will encounter many perils. ()
Her sister, Lucia, is a warrior, but very bold and cheeky. What a difference with her little sister! Big-mouthed even, to the point of nerve-wrecking. She thinks she can handle it all, thinks she's oh so tough. I can't mention the many time she rubbed me the wrong way with her behaviour. But she will prove her worth along the way. ()
What bothered me on several occasions: The demons might be evil, fearsome creatures, but they're sometimes quite weak, behaving like pussies. Sure, it's Fantasy, but come on... Or, when our fellowship is trapped, has to battle its way out, they succeed. Every time.
Another classic trope, especially near the end: Zétide's lost love (or so he thought she was; lost, that is). She had indeed disappeared, taken into the dark world, only to not be able to return. Being so influenced and brain-washed: Join me, Zétide. Together we can rule the world. We'd form an excellent team, like before. I don't need to tell you the rest, do I?
The world-building was very good, though. While I do like the original premise, I find the overall execution a bit lacking. Is it because of Roberts intervention? His way of writing the rest of the story maybe even adding ideas of his own and thus not fully following Grimberts instructions? Do external events play a role in my (dis)liking? To some extent, perhaps, yes. But as this was my first encounter with Roberts writing, I don't think my collection will expand with his works, if I may be so honest. Maybe Grimbert should indeed have written it all himself, like he did with his very good quartet Le Secret de Ji, which I can highly recommend!
Pierre Grimbert is the originator of this trilogy, yet he wrote only the first book. Michel Robert wrote the other two books. This is clear in the writing style; Robert's is more accessible, has more relationship elements, ... Robert also stretched the last book far too much. The story dragged on and on and on. I therefore skimmed and skipped many pages of the last 200-300, because of the lag.
As I wrote in one of the spoilers: All's well that ends well, otherwise it wouldn't be a good story, right?
On a side-note: This reviewer is even less enthusiastic about La Malerune.
The trilogy reminded me of, and there are many more examples out there, Lord of the Rings, Dragonlance, maybe even bit of Elantris (which is far, far better than La Malerune, and only 1 book!).
Long story short: Not the best trilogy I've read. Mixed feelings, not to say even a bit disappointed. Pierre Grimbert is one of France's big names and to see one of his works treated in this way... Again, go for his quartet Le Secret de Ji (The Secret of Ji).
February 15, 2019
Je ressors de ce livre avec un sentiment de gâchis assez désagréable. On commence avec une histoire formidable, des personnages attachants, un monde bien construit, riche, une véritable épopée. Certes certaines choses font un peu "déjà-vu", mais ce n'est pas désagréable, bien au contraire. C'était 5 étoiles direct pour moi, et un vrai plaisir de reprendre la lecture a chaque fois.
A partir des 2/3 cependant .. le style devient lourd, les personnages un peu trop balourds, et surtout on ne voit plus où l'auteur veut nous emmener, on enchaine les scènes sans grande raison, ne parlons pas des résolutions divines ou de personnages qui déboulent comme ca, sortis de nulle part. Le "deus ex machina" c'est bien, mais il ne faut pas en abuser ! On a globalement l'impression que l'auteur ne sait plus trop comment finir son histoire, et il en reste un sentiment de baclé qui est assez triste en fin de compte, comparé à l'enthousiasme que génère cette histoire dès les premières pages.
A partir des 2/3 cependant .. le style devient lourd, les personnages un peu trop balourds, et surtout on ne voit plus où l'auteur veut nous emmener, on enchaine les scènes sans grande raison, ne parlons pas des résolutions divines ou de personnages qui déboulent comme ca, sortis de nulle part. Le "deus ex machina" c'est bien, mais il ne faut pas en abuser ! On a globalement l'impression que l'auteur ne sait plus trop comment finir son histoire, et il en reste un sentiment de baclé qui est assez triste en fin de compte, comparé à l'enthousiasme que génère cette histoire dès les premières pages.
January 19, 2021
Je suis tombé par hasard sur cette intégrale en furetant sur internet. En plus de la Fantasy, l’un de mes genres préférés et en français, je n’ai pas hésité longtemps avant de le prendre. Et je ne regrette pas du tout mon choix.
On suit Zétide et Hogo qui parcourent l’Aeldo à la recherche de la Belle Arcane, une rune qui leur permettra de contrer la Malerune, celle qui a tout chamboulé et permis aux Maûnes d’envahir et de semer le chaos dans l’Aeldo.
Dès le départ, notre groupe de personnages composé de Zétide, Hogo, Lucia et Ariale est haut en couleur, peut-être un peu trop pour Lucia qui a un fort caractère qui m’a agacé pendant au moins la moitié de l’intégrale. Des fois, elle aurait dû réfléchir avant d’ouvrir la bouche. Ariale est quant à elle une jeune fille courageuse, intelligente et déterminée. Elle a de suite eu ma sympathie.
Concernant l’histoire en elle-même, j’ai oscillé entre amusement, dépaysement, peur et espoir. Les auteurs ne nous épargnent rien et nos héros sont souvent confrontés au pire. J’ai été embarqué dans cette aventure du début à la fin et surtout on ne sent pas la différence de style des deux auteurs lorsque l’on passe du premier au deuxième tome.
Pour conclure, j’ai adoré cette intégrale. Tout y est pour passer un très bon moment de lecture dans un monde intéressant. Mention spéciale pour le peuple nain et leur franc-parler qui m’a bien amusé.
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On suit Zétide et Hogo qui parcourent l’Aeldo à la recherche de la Belle Arcane, une rune qui leur permettra de contrer la Malerune, celle qui a tout chamboulé et permis aux Maûnes d’envahir et de semer le chaos dans l’Aeldo.
Dès le départ, notre groupe de personnages composé de Zétide, Hogo, Lucia et Ariale est haut en couleur, peut-être un peu trop pour Lucia qui a un fort caractère qui m’a agacé pendant au moins la moitié de l’intégrale. Des fois, elle aurait dû réfléchir avant d’ouvrir la bouche. Ariale est quant à elle une jeune fille courageuse, intelligente et déterminée. Elle a de suite eu ma sympathie.
Concernant l’histoire en elle-même, j’ai oscillé entre amusement, dépaysement, peur et espoir. Les auteurs ne nous épargnent rien et nos héros sont souvent confrontés au pire. J’ai été embarqué dans cette aventure du début à la fin et surtout on ne sent pas la différence de style des deux auteurs lorsque l’on passe du premier au deuxième tome.
Pour conclure, j’ai adoré cette intégrale. Tout y est pour passer un très bon moment de lecture dans un monde intéressant. Mention spéciale pour le peuple nain et leur franc-parler qui m’a bien amusé.
https://la-bibliotheque-du-labyrinthe...
December 23, 2013
Ici, pas le temps de s'ennuyer ! Il y a de l'action en permanence, avec un bon rythme entre découverte des personnages/monde et combats. Le style est aussi très fluide, digne d'un grand! A noter par contre que ce style change un peu dès le T2 car l'auteur change, mais ça reste très bien. On y trouve beaucoup d’hémoglobine, de détails sur la nourriture, une très bonne gestion du temps ainsi que des astuces plutôt bien pensées.
Les personnages ne sont par contre pas forcément tous attachants, d'ailleurs la personnage principale était pour moi la plus chiante, mais l'histoire, la description hyper réaliste des combats et les rebondissements suffit amplement à palier à cela.
Le T3 contient peut-être un petit peu trop d'action, ce qui peut donner une impression de déjà-vu par moments. La fin est banale, même si une ptite surprise un peu tombéee du ciel la relève un peu.
En gros, je recommande de consommer cette trilogie sans modération.
Iman.
Les personnages ne sont par contre pas forcément tous attachants, d'ailleurs la personnage principale était pour moi la plus chiante, mais l'histoire, la description hyper réaliste des combats et les rebondissements suffit amplement à palier à cela.
Le T3 contient peut-être un petit peu trop d'action, ce qui peut donner une impression de déjà-vu par moments. La fin est banale, même si une ptite surprise un peu tombéee du ciel la relève un peu.
En gros, je recommande de consommer cette trilogie sans modération.
Iman.
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