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The Spare Heir #2
Honor Found
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After a year spent repaying a debt owed by his family he can now return home to his princely comforts, but the desires of his heart lie elsewhere. Changing both his appearance and his name Jorem goes in search of a new life. The chance to learn from one of the fiercest fighters ever known is not something to be taken lightly. Surely his training in sword work would give him an edge (good pun, right). So how does he end up flat on his back with a sword to his throat? Can he learn to be a true warrior from a teacher with no patience and anger management issues?
When the opportunity comes his way to join the guard Jorem finds reality far different from the glorious dreams of his youth. Friends he has found, some true and some not. Then there are the responsibilities he’s not sure he is ready for, royal blood or not.
After a year spent repaying a debt owed by his family he can now return home to his princely comforts, but the desires of his heart lie elsewhere. Changing both his appearance and his name Jorem goes in search of a new life. The chance to learn from one of the fiercest fighters ever known is not something to be taken lightly. Surely his training in sword work would give him an edge (good pun, right). So how does he end up flat on his back with a sword to his throat? Can he learn to be a true warrior from a teacher with no patience and anger management issues?
When the opportunity comes his way to join the guard Jorem finds reality far different from the glorious dreams of his youth. Friends he has found, some true and some not. Then there are the responsibilities he’s not sure he is ready for, royal blood or not.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2013
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December 23, 2013
The second book in The Spare Heir series is almost exactly like the first. Which is a good thing.
What I liked
- Jorem comes across as more adult but still the same intensely likable character
- More focus on fighting skills, as opposed to trade craft.
What I didn't like
- The ending was just too sudden, again.
- It's a little short(at 230 pages).
Calling Honor Found the sequel to the first book in the series, Honor Bound, doesn't seem like an entirely accurate way to say it. It's more like this is a continuation of the same book. Which is a good thing in my eyes, as I liked the first installment quite a bit. But if your looking for development of a more epic plotline you may be disappointed.
Picking up pretty much where the last book ended this book of the story covers Jorem's training as a warrior and his first experiences with military matters, with a few surprises along the way.
The only real complaint I have is similar to my complaint about the first book. It just kind of...ends. Which causes it to be rather unsatisfying by itself. It gives me the impression that this, the previous book, and the next were one long book that was split into parts, rather than written individually.
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If you liked the first book, you should definitely pick this up.
What I liked
- Jorem comes across as more adult but still the same intensely likable character
- More focus on fighting skills, as opposed to trade craft.
What I didn't like
- The ending was just too sudden, again.
- It's a little short(at 230 pages).
Calling Honor Found the sequel to the first book in the series, Honor Bound, doesn't seem like an entirely accurate way to say it. It's more like this is a continuation of the same book. Which is a good thing in my eyes, as I liked the first installment quite a bit. But if your looking for development of a more epic plotline you may be disappointed.
Picking up pretty much where the last book ended this book of the story covers Jorem's training as a warrior and his first experiences with military matters, with a few surprises along the way.
The only real complaint I have is similar to my complaint about the first book. It just kind of...ends. Which causes it to be rather unsatisfying by itself. It gives me the impression that this, the previous book, and the next were one long book that was split into parts, rather than written individually.
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If you liked the first book, you should definitely pick this up.
October 8, 2014
I started this book because it was the next book in the series I was reading.
The most impressive thing in this book was the main character. The protagonist is a prince that goes by the name Jorem. In the first book he is introduced to be looked down upon from others. He is the fifth son to the throne. He is also known to be the spare because he has no chance of being a king and his four older brothers are already known as the fearsome four. In Honor Found at 17 percent it says, "He had never really fit in before." This proves that Jorem is not really looked upon or cared for. Adding on, his father leaves Jorem working under a blacksmith and eventually a mercenary. He works hard and seems to be incredibly long tempered, kind, determined, and ethical. It is truly amazing to read a story about a unspoiled prince that soon makes a good reputation. Usually in other books princes are spoiled boys who spend their time doing bad thing. However Jorem is a prince that continues to amaze me due to his lack of pride making him a true man. This is one of the most impressive characters in all the books that I read about.
The next most impressive thing is the authors writing style for writing about sensory description. The way the author makes the setting vivid and still can create a smooth story also truly impresses me. Usually what I commonly see in medieval books are that the author always creates the setting in a monotonous tone which makes my reading hard to concentrate but this book truly makes a set setting without me even noticing. Thus, it is amazing how the author can so smoothly create such a vivid setting.
This book definitely contributes to my life through the fact that I look forward to reading it and in times of stress when I start reading my stress just quickly fades making this book an important contribution to my life.
The most impressive thing in this book was the main character. The protagonist is a prince that goes by the name Jorem. In the first book he is introduced to be looked down upon from others. He is the fifth son to the throne. He is also known to be the spare because he has no chance of being a king and his four older brothers are already known as the fearsome four. In Honor Found at 17 percent it says, "He had never really fit in before." This proves that Jorem is not really looked upon or cared for. Adding on, his father leaves Jorem working under a blacksmith and eventually a mercenary. He works hard and seems to be incredibly long tempered, kind, determined, and ethical. It is truly amazing to read a story about a unspoiled prince that soon makes a good reputation. Usually in other books princes are spoiled boys who spend their time doing bad thing. However Jorem is a prince that continues to amaze me due to his lack of pride making him a true man. This is one of the most impressive characters in all the books that I read about.
The next most impressive thing is the authors writing style for writing about sensory description. The way the author makes the setting vivid and still can create a smooth story also truly impresses me. Usually what I commonly see in medieval books are that the author always creates the setting in a monotonous tone which makes my reading hard to concentrate but this book truly makes a set setting without me even noticing. Thus, it is amazing how the author can so smoothly create such a vivid setting.
This book definitely contributes to my life through the fact that I look forward to reading it and in times of stress when I start reading my stress just quickly fades making this book an important contribution to my life.
December 5, 2013
A short book - but I read it right after the first book. Freaking solid! Stories getting good, I honestly love the journey Rim has gone through.
From pampered, forgotten, clumsy prince...Jorem has become a hardened warrior, strengthened through the forge, trained by the best, he now leads like a true Prince should.
I like how we got to learn more about the Folk as well in this one...Bring on book 3!
Now.
Seriously.
I can't wait.
From pampered, forgotten, clumsy prince...Jorem has become a hardened warrior, strengthened through the forge, trained by the best, he now leads like a true Prince should.
I like how we got to learn more about the Folk as well in this one...Bring on book 3!
Now.
Seriously.
I can't wait.
January 2, 2015
Too many incomplete story lines. Could have been an excellent book if the author could complete a plot.
August 19, 2017
Fun continuation
The was a great continuation of the adventures of the spare heir. It was a fun quick read. I will certainly continue on to the next to find out how it all ends.
The was a great continuation of the adventures of the spare heir. It was a fun quick read. I will certainly continue on to the next to find out how it all ends.
October 14, 2013
After I read the first book, I could not wait for the second. I was right. In this book Rim has grown up alot. That is not the only thing that is going on. There seems to be something to Rim or Jorem being the fifth born. There is even a prophecy among the folk about it. If you want to know what it is you need to read the book for I am not going to give any spoilers. Just some teaser to make you want to read this book.
Another good thing about this book it seems like no time has past between the current book and the last book. This is a good thing. For I wanted to see how Jorem or Rim dealt with what happened at the end of the last book. It also flows really well. I was so mad when I realized I was at the end of it on my kindle and I was going have to wait till the third book to find out more. I will probably read the first book and then read the second one over again in a row.
There is a character I was hoping he was going to meet, but maybe not yet. Now though I can not wait till the third volume Honor Crowned. I want to know what his dad and his old friend are up too. Why does his dad and his family reject him? Is for more than the reason that has been stated so far? What does the prophecy mean that the folk told him? What is he meant to do?
Another good thing about this book it seems like no time has past between the current book and the last book. This is a good thing. For I wanted to see how Jorem or Rim dealt with what happened at the end of the last book. It also flows really well. I was so mad when I realized I was at the end of it on my kindle and I was going have to wait till the third book to find out more. I will probably read the first book and then read the second one over again in a row.
There is a character I was hoping he was going to meet, but maybe not yet. Now though I can not wait till the third volume Honor Crowned. I want to know what his dad and his old friend are up too. Why does his dad and his family reject him? Is for more than the reason that has been stated so far? What does the prophecy mean that the folk told him? What is he meant to do?
June 15, 2014
An Excellent reworking of 'The Ugly Duckling,' theme.
Michael Southwick possesses an enviable control of his startlingly innovative & adroit creativity. His hero's oh! so slow ascendancy is so satisfying! The other characters complement the novel's pungent. I should like to play Michael Southwick chess. He is an author of real ability.
Michael Southwick possesses an enviable control of his startlingly innovative & adroit creativity. His hero's oh! so slow ascendancy is so satisfying! The other characters complement the novel's pungent. I should like to play Michael Southwick chess. He is an author of real ability.
March 20, 2015
book 2 is 50% smaller then book 1 advertised as 230 pages in kindle but when you open the author has double spaced the lines to fluff out the page quantity it's actually around 120 pages of a normal book I wouldn't mind if first book was a short novella too but it was good size so expecting the same from book 2 totally disappointed and felt ripped off by author
April 4, 2016
Good and interesting but another abrupt ending which just leads me to the conclusion that all 3 were part of a single book and just split apart.
December 14, 2013
Great story. Main character too good to be true. Fewer spelling mistakes than the first one but still would benefit from running through a spelling and grammar checker. Apparently the "editor" didn't do that. Several similar words are mixed up. The ones I recall are canapé/canopy, and fair/fare.
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January 14, 2014Excellent
good plot, fast moving, nice progression, very entertaining. a very good follow up to book one. well worth reading. End
good plot, fast moving, nice progression, very entertaining. a very good follow up to book one. well worth reading. End
June 28, 2014
really good book. a bit predictable but very enjoyable
August 4, 2015
Too short! I was just thinking that things were getting interesting and BAM: "The end! See you next book".
April 30, 2017
Great 2nd book
Great second book. Will be reading the next few minutes the 3rd book of the series. . . . .
Great second book. Will be reading the next few minutes the 3rd book of the series. . . . .
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