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Fallen Blade #4
Blade Reforged
After the fall of the goddess of justice, temple assassin Aral Kingslayer lost his purpose in life and turned to the bottle. That might have been the end of him if luck hadn’t given him a few people to help him get back on his feet—notably the irresistible Baroness Maylien Dan Marchon, who once sought his aid in claiming the throne that’s rightfully hers. Reluctant to resume the role of an assassin, he turned her down.
But now Aral has learned that one of the few people willing to help him in his darkest days has been imprisoned by Maylien’s uncle, King Thauvik. Aral knows he can’t let an old friend die, but the alternative is to return to the life he left years ago. It was the death of Thauvik’s half brother that earned Aral the name Kingslayer, and now he is thrust into a war that will see no end until he lives up to his name…
But now Aral has learned that one of the few people willing to help him in his darkest days has been imprisoned by Maylien’s uncle, King Thauvik. Aral knows he can’t let an old friend die, but the alternative is to return to the life he left years ago. It was the death of Thauvik’s half brother that earned Aral the name Kingslayer, and now he is thrust into a war that will see no end until he lives up to his name…
304 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 23, 2013
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Kelly McCullough
39 books370 followersKelly McCullough was raised and educated by free-range hippies. Later he received a degree in theater and worked in improv. That combination was the perfect preparation for his current career as author and cat herder. He lives and writes in the Midwest with his physics-professor wife, Laura. He enjoys hiking and biking and his role as self-heating cat furniture. He is the author of the WebMage and Fallen Blade series.
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January 31, 2022
This was a decent 4th instalment of the Fallen Blade series. It is action adventure fantasy on the smaller scale but it has characters who are easy enough to root for and plenty of fun magic and weird fantasy creatures.
In this one Aral had to help an old friend who had been thrown in the dungeons by King Thauvik. Turns out the easiest way to do so is just to help his old flame, the Baroness Maylien Dan Marchon, claim the throne! Of course things complicated when it turned out Thauvik was more than he seemed and that Maylien was not the only old friend popping up to complicate Aral’s life.
The pacing and story were fine in this one. It also felt like it had solid character progression for Aral.
All in all this was a decent instalment of what is a relatively solid action fantasy in the old school style.
Rating: 3.5 stars.
Audio Note: This was a Graphic Audio production. As always it was very good.
In this one Aral had to help an old friend who had been thrown in the dungeons by King Thauvik. Turns out the easiest way to do so is just to help his old flame, the Baroness Maylien Dan Marchon, claim the throne! Of course things complicated when it turned out Thauvik was more than he seemed and that Maylien was not the only old friend popping up to complicate Aral’s life.
The pacing and story were fine in this one. It also felt like it had solid character progression for Aral.
All in all this was a decent instalment of what is a relatively solid action fantasy in the old school style.
Rating: 3.5 stars.
Audio Note: This was a Graphic Audio production. As always it was very good.
November 8, 2021
These books keep getting better and better and it's all to do with how relatable and loveable the main characters are. Poor Aral is a deeply broken man, who desperately wants to do the right things is learning to rely on his internal compass for what is right and wrong. That is as hard as it sounds like especially after his external compass has been shattered over and over again. Life has a way of throwing betrayals and disappointments at Aral. But he tries to rise above them, and has the help of his constant companion the Shade Triss.
This time out Aral is looking for a way to try and free a friend of his that has been thrown into prison by mad king Thauvik. (OK you know these names I always guess at the spellings right? I never bother to go back and double check them. Fantasy names are often a bag of scrabble tiles anyway so I just try to get it close enough that you know who i'm talking about.) Unfortunately his friend is in a very high security place and in order to get him out he'll have to do something with the mad king. Being an assassin that something to do seems obvious to Aral.
Gathering confederates and allies his campaign snowballs into something much greater with a far reaching effect he could never have seen coming. Meilyn is back in this book as is Harrad the librarian. Harad is quickly becoming a favorite character too as he takes more and more story time with each successive book. Plus I know who Hara's familiar is now, that was a great reveal moment in the story.
Speaking of the magic system I continue to be impressed by how complex and varied it is. I love the concept of the magic being tempered by the users familiar resulting in dozens if not hundreds of different kinds and types of magic that different people can do. It makes for great complex fight scenes and an interesting world.
Aral is also faced with yet more shocks from his past in this book. It's extremely well done but I'll not mention the new Blade since it deserves to be told by the book not a review. My only complaint is that at the end of Crossed Blades Aral set out with a terrible intent to kill the Son of Heaven. Yet at the start of this book he's back in Tien where most of the story has taken place. There was no mention of his plan to throw down the Son of Heaven.
One final point that made me love the book is that in spite of the repeated and constant disappointments of Aral's life he also finds repeated moments of bliss or passion. It makes him seem very real, and it gives the reader a reason to believe that he will continue to do his best even when that means making hard choices.
This series is highly recommended and I'm going to definitely continue reading to the end.
This time out Aral is looking for a way to try and free a friend of his that has been thrown into prison by mad king Thauvik. (OK you know these names I always guess at the spellings right? I never bother to go back and double check them. Fantasy names are often a bag of scrabble tiles anyway so I just try to get it close enough that you know who i'm talking about.) Unfortunately his friend is in a very high security place and in order to get him out he'll have to do something with the mad king. Being an assassin that something to do seems obvious to Aral.
Gathering confederates and allies his campaign snowballs into something much greater with a far reaching effect he could never have seen coming. Meilyn is back in this book as is Harrad the librarian. Harad is quickly becoming a favorite character too as he takes more and more story time with each successive book. Plus I know who Hara's familiar is now, that was a great reveal moment in the story.
Speaking of the magic system I continue to be impressed by how complex and varied it is. I love the concept of the magic being tempered by the users familiar resulting in dozens if not hundreds of different kinds and types of magic that different people can do. It makes for great complex fight scenes and an interesting world.
Aral is also faced with yet more shocks from his past in this book. It's extremely well done but I'll not mention the new Blade since it deserves to be told by the book not a review. My only complaint is that at the end of Crossed Blades Aral set out with a terrible intent to kill the Son of Heaven. Yet at the start of this book he's back in Tien where most of the story has taken place. There was no mention of his plan to throw down the Son of Heaven.
One final point that made me love the book is that in spite of the repeated and constant disappointments of Aral's life he also finds repeated moments of bliss or passion. It makes him seem very real, and it gives the reader a reason to believe that he will continue to do his best even when that means making hard choices.
This series is highly recommended and I'm going to definitely continue reading to the end.
May 2, 2016
"Der Zorn der Klinge" ist der vierte Teil der Romansaga um den Assassinen Aral und seinen Schattenverbündeten Triss. Die drei vorhergehenden Bände habe ich verschlungen, leider ist der vierte Teil der schwächste. Immer noch finde ich die Kombination aus Auftragsmörder und Dämonenverbündeten sehr gut dargestellt. Auch wird der Lebensweg von Aral gut weitergezeichnet: Der Verlust seiner Göttin tritt etwas in den Hintergrund, auch seine Abhängigkeit vom Alkohol. Seine Persönlichkeit geht gestärkt aus den vorangegangenen Abenteuern hervor. Warum dann nur drei Sterne? Weil dieses Mal die Handlung für mich nicht mehr nachvollziehbar war, und vor allem der Schluss in keinster Weise überzeugt. Schade! Ob ich den fünften Teil kaufen werde weiß ich noch nicht.
January 12, 2023
2.5* Der vierte Teil war irgendwie mau - schade.
September 24, 2023
3.5 stars rounded up.
October 12, 2015
Kelly McCullough wows in the Blade Reforged as Aral and Triss are once again thrown head-first into a spiraling series of events that will have them struggling to merely keep their heads above water. In this installment of the Fallen Blade series, a client of Aral's enlists his help for a most ambitious endeavor; to wrest the throne from her uncle and place herself at the top of the pedestal. Not only has the king become unstable, but it appears that he has not one, but two Blades in his back pocket, one of which having inspired dark legends in Blade history. While they face soldiers from the front, they must constantly be on the lookout for a knife in the back as this mysterious Blade pushes their abilities to their utmost, and while things may look bleak, failure will lead to the destruction of all they hold dear. As with its' predecessors, Blade Reforged will not disappoint.
July 20, 2017
I picked up this series a while ago and am really glad I finally dug into it. I'd classify it as one of those fast and fun reads. This review is for the series (I've finished the series.)
I don't outline the plot or introduce any characters in my reviews as a rule since so many people do, so if you're looking for that info, keep scanning the reviews. I will tell you how I classify the book and what I thought about the story.
The story line is solid enough, though I wish there were more background offered up front. There isn't a lot of world building, and you learn the magic "rules" as the story unfolds. I will say that I really like the main character and his bonded shadow familiar and find their relationship touching. He's definitely one of those perfectly imperfect characters, with the skills of an assassin with a kind heart and a drive for honor, justice and integrity.
The magic and magic beings he encounters are interesting, but there's more focus on the characters and their personalities, rather than the type of beings they are and what they can do or where they are from.
What I do really like, is Aral and Triss. I like them as characters and the stories are interesting and engaging. I really do enjoy the stories, but they aren't phenomenal or really stand out. By now, I feel like I've bonded with the characters and have learned more about Aral's world. I do recommend them for people who like the Iron Druid and sequences like that.
I don't outline the plot or introduce any characters in my reviews as a rule since so many people do, so if you're looking for that info, keep scanning the reviews. I will tell you how I classify the book and what I thought about the story.
The story line is solid enough, though I wish there were more background offered up front. There isn't a lot of world building, and you learn the magic "rules" as the story unfolds. I will say that I really like the main character and his bonded shadow familiar and find their relationship touching. He's definitely one of those perfectly imperfect characters, with the skills of an assassin with a kind heart and a drive for honor, justice and integrity.
The magic and magic beings he encounters are interesting, but there's more focus on the characters and their personalities, rather than the type of beings they are and what they can do or where they are from.
What I do really like, is Aral and Triss. I like them as characters and the stories are interesting and engaging. I really do enjoy the stories, but they aren't phenomenal or really stand out. By now, I feel like I've bonded with the characters and have learned more about Aral's world. I do recommend them for people who like the Iron Druid and sequences like that.
November 5, 2022
6 out of 10 stars
After feeling like the stakes were raised in the last book i felt a little let down with the direction this book went. I'm interested to see how the story will wrap up in the next two books, but at this point i feel like this series could have been a nice tight story within 4 books. The monster of the week book series just aren't my favorite form of books it seems.
I was happy with the growth of Aral in this book, and the fact that he finally seems ready to accept his place/role as an assassin/blade.
After feeling like the stakes were raised in the last book i felt a little let down with the direction this book went. I'm interested to see how the story will wrap up in the next two books, but at this point i feel like this series could have been a nice tight story within 4 books. The monster of the week book series just aren't my favorite form of books it seems.
I was happy with the growth of Aral in this book, and the fact that he finally seems ready to accept his place/role as an assassin/blade.
January 28, 2021
This is the 4th book of the Blade series. It's been a few months since I read one of these books, but it did a nice job recapping and explaining what had happened. I appreciated that. It did get a little slow going in the start, but about half way through it when things really picked up. I like where he took this character. I'm such a fan of the Shades. I wish this would become a TV or Movie series.
July 3, 2017
Decent. It actually reads more like a novella than a part of the series. It's short, it does not really advance the magic or characters much, you get to see more of some side characters but the other main ones from the last two books are set aside and absent.
June 18, 2019
Aral has such depth and Kelly creates a fantastic story for less than 300 pages. Je does what so few can do in fantasy and creates a character on the cusp of success and failure which makes Aral's feats legendary.
December 1, 2021
Lightspeed read through the fast paced story some of the fights where pretty good, best parts are extra details regarding old foes and that new one is pretty badass.
Read first, avoid the audiogalaxy cover as it spoils too much something that might be obvious.
Read first, avoid the audiogalaxy cover as it spoils too much something that might be obvious.
August 8, 2020
I really like how Aral develops as a character!
June 6, 2015
I must admit that, while I preordered Blade Reforged by Kelley McCullough, I then let it sit for a few weeks while reading (and writing) other things. Vaguely remembering how easily I had put down the Webmage books, I had forgotten how much I liked the Blade books. Upon picking this one up (finally), I had trouble putting it down. I like Aral and Triss, and enjoy the world of Tien.
Here we have Aral: his goddess was murdered, his order of blades of justice (aka, assassins) destroyed, and he spent five years drowning in alcoholism. All he has left is his shadow familiar, Triss. Through McCullough's first three books, Broken Blade, Bared Blade, and Crossed Blades, Aral has struggled with his addiction, his past, and the loss of the goddess of justice. While he continues to wrestle with these things, the beginnings of him finding himself again are played out across the fast paced storyline of bringing down a corrupt king.
Overall, our understanding of the world's magic grows in depth as Aral's understanding grows. The characters are interesting, and we continue to learn more about the major secondary characters. Maylien's character reemerges, and, while not portrayed as in depth as she was in Broken Blade, her personality is consistent.
This book is constantly moving forward without the earlier books' heavy backstory to slow things down. At the same time, our understanding of the world grows more complex based on connections to the earlier books. McCullough refers to these earlier story points but doesn't spend time retelling stories. The result is not only a book worth reading, but one that made me pick up the earlier three books for a delighted re-read.
Here we have Aral: his goddess was murdered, his order of blades of justice (aka, assassins) destroyed, and he spent five years drowning in alcoholism. All he has left is his shadow familiar, Triss. Through McCullough's first three books, Broken Blade, Bared Blade, and Crossed Blades, Aral has struggled with his addiction, his past, and the loss of the goddess of justice. While he continues to wrestle with these things, the beginnings of him finding himself again are played out across the fast paced storyline of bringing down a corrupt king.
Overall, our understanding of the world's magic grows in depth as Aral's understanding grows. The characters are interesting, and we continue to learn more about the major secondary characters. Maylien's character reemerges, and, while not portrayed as in depth as she was in Broken Blade, her personality is consistent.
This book is constantly moving forward without the earlier books' heavy backstory to slow things down. At the same time, our understanding of the world grows more complex based on connections to the earlier books. McCullough refers to these earlier story points but doesn't spend time retelling stories. The result is not only a book worth reading, but one that made me pick up the earlier three books for a delighted re-read.
December 22, 2016
I'm writing this review for the 5 books I read back to back. Overall it took a while to get into the characters but as they developed it was a really engrossing world she built. I would recommend the series as an interesting read but only after some major series have already been checked off the bucket list.
September 29, 2014
I don't discuss what the novels I read are about but I like to comment about what my opinion is of the novel's I read.
This series has moved into my top Ten' Every book in this series has flowed with action, novel idea's great plot and very good writing. I hope the author continues to visit this world'
I was going to re-read from book one to refresh my memory of this world but could not resist reading this latest in the "blade" series.
I have a few other (to-read) list but I will mix them with this series from the start, I have not been able to pin-point what it is about this series that I like so much as there are so many great points, the magical system which is not explained but lets you play with the different aspects and characters that have the ability, the assassins (my favorite in fantasy) are well thought out as individuals and as an order, as well as opposing forces. You have a alien race that needs to be explored and has such a big part in the story, this is just a easy and very enjoyable read, I will be waiting for the next novel as this is the 4th book I can only hope for at least 4 more.
So fun to read and no entangled mess of characters that some have , the fights play out in your mind as you read them , the main character is messed up enough and just getting "right" again I fully expect to see more novel's' I hope' (5 starts all the way)
This series has moved into my top Ten' Every book in this series has flowed with action, novel idea's great plot and very good writing. I hope the author continues to visit this world'
I was going to re-read from book one to refresh my memory of this world but could not resist reading this latest in the "blade" series.
I have a few other (to-read) list but I will mix them with this series from the start, I have not been able to pin-point what it is about this series that I like so much as there are so many great points, the magical system which is not explained but lets you play with the different aspects and characters that have the ability, the assassins (my favorite in fantasy) are well thought out as individuals and as an order, as well as opposing forces. You have a alien race that needs to be explored and has such a big part in the story, this is just a easy and very enjoyable read, I will be waiting for the next novel as this is the 4th book I can only hope for at least 4 more.
So fun to read and no entangled mess of characters that some have , the fights play out in your mind as you read them , the main character is messed up enough and just getting "right" again I fully expect to see more novel's' I hope' (5 starts all the way)
May 2, 2025
2025 Update: another fine entry. Damn, the Kitsune is scary AF.
*************
Another very enjoyable entry in a series I'm really really enjoying.
I like the way McCullough has managed to keep Aral slowing turning himself around allowing him to move in fits and starts at times and letting the whole thing breathe. When the series began, Aral was a functioning alcoholic, existing but not really living. The death of Namara nearly destroyed him, and I appreciate the way we've gotten to experience that with Aral as he's slowly pulled himself out (and occasionally been dragged) of the hole to try and find new purpose in living.
Plus all the clever existential stuff has been wrapped up in some excellent thrilling adventure.
The moral code of an assassin is also an interesting one. Their relationship with death is a bit different and some of that is getting explored here. Even better is Aral learning more and more about what really might have been going on with his order while he blissfully performed missions for the goddess without thinking anything more about them
This book sets up for a bit of a sea change and I look forward to seeing where it goes.
Devin. Man, Devin
*************
Another very enjoyable entry in a series I'm really really enjoying.
I like the way McCullough has managed to keep Aral slowing turning himself around allowing him to move in fits and starts at times and letting the whole thing breathe. When the series began, Aral was a functioning alcoholic, existing but not really living. The death of Namara nearly destroyed him, and I appreciate the way we've gotten to experience that with Aral as he's slowly pulled himself out (and occasionally been dragged) of the hole to try and find new purpose in living.
Plus all the clever existential stuff has been wrapped up in some excellent thrilling adventure.
The moral code of an assassin is also an interesting one. Their relationship with death is a bit different and some of that is getting explored here. Even better is Aral learning more and more about what really might have been going on with his order while he blissfully performed missions for the goddess without thinking anything more about them
This book sets up for a bit of a sea change and I look forward to seeing where it goes.
Devin. Man, Devin
January 12, 2014
Fun, light, interesting, just like all the previous books in the series. Still, I keep feeling like there is a glimmer of an overriding plot, somewhere far in the distance, but I just can't see it clearly yet. This book actually moved a little bit further away from an overriding plot, it seems, than the last one.
I think this series has potential, but I just don't see a coherent thread that can tie these books all into a solid story. I really wish there was an endgame in sight, some hint of a story arc, but I'm beginning to think there might not be.
If you like books that all tie together into a series, that have a strong story arc throughout the books, then maybe this series isn't for you.
I've said it before, I think this is just "adventures in the life of Aral" kind of series, which is fine I guess, but not what I really look for.
Still, as what it is, it was fun and fast paced. Nice plot twists and the climactic battle at the end was satisfying. The antagonist is sufficiently bad, though her motivations are kind of flat and naive, but I guess that's just who she is.
I think this series has potential, but I just don't see a coherent thread that can tie these books all into a solid story. I really wish there was an endgame in sight, some hint of a story arc, but I'm beginning to think there might not be.
If you like books that all tie together into a series, that have a strong story arc throughout the books, then maybe this series isn't for you.
I've said it before, I think this is just "adventures in the life of Aral" kind of series, which is fine I guess, but not what I really look for.
Still, as what it is, it was fun and fast paced. Nice plot twists and the climactic battle at the end was satisfying. The antagonist is sufficiently bad, though her motivations are kind of flat and naive, but I guess that's just who she is.
March 5, 2014
This installment was the best of them all. Aral needed to regain his mojo and finally he is well on the way. Once again, a thought-dead Blade comes into the mix and Aral has to fight harder than ever before. He has Triss by his side always but he finds that he has so much more. For one, Fie. I hated her in the first book but she has learned to respect Aral and stands by him like a true friend in this one. Devin. He just can't get over the fact that Aral is the real hero and a better man. The Dutchess is back and her relationship with Aral picks up where it left off. It's time she became Queen so of course, Aral has to put her on the throne. In doing so he must remove her uncle who is currently wearing the crown and protected by a couple of Blades. Aral only knew about Devin but apparently another legend is still alive, powerful, and completely crazy.
It's a fast moving story which I finished in a day and night. I could not put it down. I nearly cried at the end when Aral finally evolves beyond a man plagued by pain. I loved it all!
It's a fast moving story which I finished in a day and night. I could not put it down. I nearly cried at the end when Aral finally evolves beyond a man plagued by pain. I loved it all!
December 16, 2013
Kelly McCullough introduced Aral Kingslayer as a Broken Sword (paper) drowning his sorrows in alcohol. He had been the best assassin for the Goddess of Justice until the Goddess was slain, her temple destroyed and her order scattered. Three books later we have the tale of the Blade Reforged (paper from Ace). Aral has given up drinking and, because a friend has been thrown into prison, wants to help kill the current king and put his niece Baroness Maylien, and friend and sometimes lover on the throne. What he doesn’t know is thqt the current king is undead (not vampire though they like to bathe in blood an have killing frenzies). The current king is also protected by two blades, Aral’s old friend from the order and now enemy, and a blade out of legend long thought dead. He and his symbiote shadow creature Triss, face impossible odds. As usual this is very exciting and impossible to put down.Printed by the Philadelphia Weekly Press
July 29, 2016
Kelly McCullough’s FALLEN BLADE series has been a lot of fun to read. For fans of cloak and dagger fantasy, it’s been a welcome, easy to read morsel. You really don’t need to pay close attention because the story is about humor, a little danger, long lost romance and loyalty to ideals that have been lost. It’s not complex, but it’s good.
Blade Reforged follows Aral Kingslayer through his final transformation back from dissolute, amoral thug-for-hire to someone who at least resembles the rising star of the Order of Namara before her death at the hands of the Son of Heaven. His reformation, as the events of the past books have chronicled, has been very gradual. From relative indifference to the world around him, to caring about a former Novice from his Order, to defeating a former mentor and Master of his Order because he has gone over to the enemy, Aral has become a ... Read More: http://www.fantasyliterature.com/revi...
Blade Reforged follows Aral Kingslayer through his final transformation back from dissolute, amoral thug-for-hire to someone who at least resembles the rising star of the Order of Namara before her death at the hands of the Son of Heaven. His reformation, as the events of the past books have chronicled, has been very gradual. From relative indifference to the world around him, to caring about a former Novice from his Order, to defeating a former mentor and Master of his Order because he has gone over to the enemy, Aral has become a ... Read More: http://www.fantasyliterature.com/revi...
February 4, 2015
Although overall better-paced than Crossed Blades, McCullough bogs down the narrative with long paragraphs of Aral angsting about the death of his goddess and his addiction to alcohol and efik. This angst was present, and not misplaced, in previous books, but here swells to take up a page or so at a whack. Although it's nice to see Aral's character development as he fights to overcome his addiction and find a new purpose for his life, I wish McCullough would stop telling the reader about it through long and usually repetitive internal monologues or awkward dialogue with Triss. On the subject of character development, however, McCullough shows his continued dedication to diverse characters by dropping a strong hint that Fei is asexual--a small and welcome touch. In general, another fun and page-turning book.
July 27, 2013
I'm aware I like these books well beyond the level justified by the competent but pedestrian writing. McCullough conTinues to get better, however, and Aral holds a place in my affections just below Dresden, Harrington, Kirk, Vlad (Taltos), and other favorites.
This book is all too concise, but that focus reflects the improvement in writing and the story is well told. The meta-story is spinning out in a way hat feels like it might have been planned from the start, and the antagonists we get to know are as well wrought as the heroes. Overall, most enjoyable.
This book is all too concise, but that focus reflects the improvement in writing and the story is well told. The meta-story is spinning out in a way hat feels like it might have been planned from the start, and the antagonists we get to know are as well wrought as the heroes. Overall, most enjoyable.
October 9, 2013
Kelly McCullough is nothing if consistent. All his books are consistently of great quality, and the plot always chugs along nicely. Don't expect massive intricate plots like that of epic fantasy; McCullough recognizes his strength in focusing on narrower, but very well done and satisfactory plots. He also knows exactly when to end his novels. The ending in this is extremely well done, neatly tying off of the plot of the book with an action packed final act and mystery filled final twist, as well as giving us a cliffhanger that keeps us on the edge of our seats for the next novel.
November 15, 2013
Book four in a series. This one picks up some plotlines from book one: we see both Maylien and Devin again. I like Aral's evolving character throughout the series as he drags himself back up to being a good man (with the help of his shadow dragon familiar Triss). Good pacing, great fight scenes with the Kitsune and some nice plot twists.
Fave scene: the efik scene. Nicely foreshadowed by the rowboat scene earlier. Inner conflict at its best.
Fave scene: the efik scene. Nicely foreshadowed by the rowboat scene earlier. Inner conflict at its best.
November 15, 2013
nice,
i got the feeling when i read this one, that the author ( no offense ) havent made up her mind as to where the actual plot is going to go for the ending. kitsune is a nice save. seemed confuse as to wanting to kill the series in the 3rd book or tryin to go on until the 5th series as the webmage series.
thats my honest opninion.
i got the feeling when i read this one, that the author ( no offense ) havent made up her mind as to where the actual plot is going to go for the ending. kitsune is a nice save. seemed confuse as to wanting to kill the series in the 3rd book or tryin to go on until the 5th series as the webmage series.
thats my honest opninion.
October 4, 2014
Best in the series so far. I love the hints the author throws into the books. Is Namara still alive? Is there
some connection between Namara/Triss/Everdark? Where is the story going to go next? Somehow the author has managed to keep each new addition fresh and intriguing!
some connection between Namara/Triss/Everdark? Where is the story going to go next? Somehow the author has managed to keep each new addition fresh and intriguing!
April 29, 2015
Still enjoying the schlocky, very readable fantasy. He includes more world-building elements in every episode that grab my attention. Very fun. I do wish there was less explanation of backstory -- it is tiring after 6 books.
May 25, 2015
I am loving this series.
These characters are so well-defined that I am impatient to see what happens next. I can't wait, especially since the story keeps turning I unexpected directions.
These characters are so well-defined that I am impatient to see what happens next. I can't wait, especially since the story keeps turning I unexpected directions.
October 13, 2015
Could not put it down. Everything from the first two books fell together. Some things were explained, some things fell apart, some things were resolved, and through it all Aral tries and does and doubts and prevails - great read!
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