Orion: The Tears of Isha

Orion #2

by Darius Hinks

The story of the forest-king of Athel Loren continues

Winter approaches, and Orion leads the wild hunt one last time before he returns to his slumber. But a dark power is rising in the groves of Athel Loren, corrupting beasts and elves alike. As Orion’s servants hunt for a new host for the forest king’s spirit, the daemon Alkhor’s plan comes to fruition, threatening not only the wood elves but the forest realm itself.

416 pages, Paperback

First published August 29, 2013

About the author

Darius Hinks is an author, writing primarily in the science fiction and fantasy genres. He was born in Birmingham, England, in 1972. He works and lives in Nottinghamshire. Hinks' first novel, Warrior Priest, won the David Gemmel Morningstar award.

Reviews

[Alexander Draganov · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yes, it has elves and battles and that's why I read it, but the plot was pretty chaotic and the execution of the ideas average. Not even close to the wonderful Tyrion & Teclis novels by Bill King.

[Cao D Le · Rating 4 out of 5]

After struggling with the first book, I didn't know wether to continue with the trilogy.
But I'm glad I persevered. Unlike the vaults of winter, the tears of Isha was alot more enjoyable and exciting to read. The writer probably learned a few lessons from book 1 and tried to improve from it.
The story progression is more orderly and purposeful, with less boring scenery description and more plot development and action.
Now on to the 3rd book.

[David Swanborough · Rating 4 out of 5]

it's a good read

honestly finished it while ago so my reaction is dulled

but I remember being captured by the book and thinking about my childhood doing wood elves for Warhammer and missing the world of Warhammer fantasy

[Just · Rating 4 out of 5]

The description of the Khorne Deamon appearing in the pool of blood was a treat.