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Daniel Black #4
Thrall
Without royal leadership Kozalin's defenders are falling into turmoil, but mortal problems pale into insignificance when the gods themselves take an interest in Daniel. With new enemies appearing everywhere he looks, and far too many secrets to keep, can even Daniel's magic save the day? Well, you know what they say. If you can't get results with violence, you aren't being violent enough... This novel contains graphic violence, explicit sex, problematic opinions and a protagonist who has no interest in being normal. Read at your own risk.
321 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2018
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E. William Brown
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Likes: Heroes who actually go out and solve their problems instead of sitting around whining about them. Especially if they have to use their brains and do some badass level grinding along the way.
Dislikes: Clueless idiot heroes who survive on pure luck and the bad guy's mistakes. Gritty urban fantasy heroines who cause most of their own problems, and then constantly bitch at the male love interest who has to save them. Whiny little beta-boy 'heroes' who let the girls beat them up, and then wonder why the princess doesn't appreciate their awesome sensitive wonderfulness.
Likes: Heroes who actually go out and solve their problems instead of sitting around whining about them. Especially if they have to use their brains and do some badass level grinding along the way.
Dislikes: Clueless idiot heroes who survive on pure luck and the bad guy's mistakes. Gritty urban fantasy heroines who cause most of their own problems, and then constantly bitch at the male love interest who has to save them. Whiny little beta-boy 'heroes' who let the girls beat them up, and then wonder why the princess doesn't appreciate their awesome sensitive wonderfulness.
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December 2, 2018
This was a good ride, there was more planning, betrayal and deception in this book than in the previous one. The Norse gods are terrible assholes and don't realize what they are dealing with. I loved how Daniel Powered up, finally letting go of his tether and limitations. We see more Mara in this book!
Buy this, it's worth it.
Buy this, it's worth it.
December 1, 2018
Best time I’ve ever had reading!
After a three year weight for a new book in my favorite series, I’d seriously worried it couldn’t live up to the wait, but it has.
Small things I’d thought were plot holes, or which chafed slightly after listing to the audio so many times, were all resolved, and reading this was like Christmas and my first crush in one.
I’m only sad that it’s over and I need to wait for audio, then wait again for book 5.
After a three year weight for a new book in my favorite series, I’d seriously worried it couldn’t live up to the wait, but it has.
Small things I’d thought were plot holes, or which chafed slightly after listing to the audio so many times, were all resolved, and reading this was like Christmas and my first crush in one.
I’m only sad that it’s over and I need to wait for audio, then wait again for book 5.
April 4, 2021
Rating 5.0 stars
Re-listened to audiobook February 2020. Still a great book. I do have to wonder if the author is going to continue with this series or if this is going to be the last book. Part of me wishes he would quit his job and focus on writing full time, but that is selfish of me.
Initial Review below:
First, I need to point out that this book was something of a milestone for me. It is the 400th book that I have read (at least since I started keeping track of that stuff on Goodreads). The fact that it turned out to be a five start story only makes it better. The series so far I have rated around 4 stars. Some of the issues I had with the previous books were not present in this book, so I was able to sit back and enjoy it more. I love how Daniel looks at magic from an engineering/programmer point of view. Everything is explained step by step. I have a science background and have worked in nuclear power in the past and I can tell that the author has had some education in this area. The main issue I had in the previous book was that Daniel was working too hard and did not seem to be able to enjoy himself. While I liked his coven mates and everyone said they loved Daniel, I never actually felt as if they were in love with him. They loved him, but they didn't seem to be IN love with him. Avilla was in love with Cerise. Tina loved everyone. It seemed like they were all glad to be with him and were very appreciative of what he did for them, but something was missing. It didn't seem like anyone wanted to be with Daniel the person but Daniel the Black the wizard.
While he is still part of the Coven, he spent most of this story away from them in Asgard. He developed a new relationship which seems a little more personal and things continue to progress with Mara. . I also decided not to care that Daniel is completely overpowered and just sit back and enjoy the story. I am glad I did. I can't wait to find out what happens next, but I guess that is going to be a while.
Re-listened to audiobook February 2020. Still a great book. I do have to wonder if the author is going to continue with this series or if this is going to be the last book. Part of me wishes he would quit his job and focus on writing full time, but that is selfish of me.
Initial Review below:
First, I need to point out that this book was something of a milestone for me. It is the 400th book that I have read (at least since I started keeping track of that stuff on Goodreads). The fact that it turned out to be a five start story only makes it better. The series so far I have rated around 4 stars. Some of the issues I had with the previous books were not present in this book, so I was able to sit back and enjoy it more. I love how Daniel looks at magic from an engineering/programmer point of view. Everything is explained step by step. I have a science background and have worked in nuclear power in the past and I can tell that the author has had some education in this area. The main issue I had in the previous book was that Daniel was working too hard and did not seem to be able to enjoy himself. While I liked his coven mates and everyone said they loved Daniel, I never actually felt as if they were in love with him. They loved him, but they didn't seem to be IN love with him. Avilla was in love with Cerise. Tina loved everyone. It seemed like they were all glad to be with him and were very appreciative of what he did for them, but something was missing. It didn't seem like anyone wanted to be with Daniel the person but Daniel the Black the wizard.
While he is still part of the Coven, he spent most of this story away from them in Asgard. He developed a new relationship which seems a little more personal and things continue to progress with Mara. . I also decided not to care that Daniel is completely overpowered and just sit back and enjoy the story. I am glad I did. I can't wait to find out what happens next, but I guess that is going to be a while.
December 1, 2018
Aww its over already
Another great book in the Daniel Black series. If your a fan of the previous books you'll love this.
Can't wait for the next one. Hope it comes out quickly.
Another great book in the Daniel Black series. If your a fan of the previous books you'll love this.
Can't wait for the next one. Hope it comes out quickly.
December 6, 2018
Continued Excellence
While there are some small errors, ignore them. Brown continues to deliver an a thrilling story, packed with everything you love about the series.
The politics are balanced nicely with action (both physical and *physical*), and the pacing kept the story moving along at an enjoyable clip.
Thanks to the premise of the book, we meet a lovely new group of faces, though some of the old familiars do, as well. There's a great feeling of depth to *time* in Thrall, in a way that we haven't seen in the previous books, and we're eagerly looking forward to seeing Brown describe shape the world's histories and mythologies in future installments.
While there are some small errors, ignore them. Brown continues to deliver an a thrilling story, packed with everything you love about the series.
The politics are balanced nicely with action (both physical and *physical*), and the pacing kept the story moving along at an enjoyable clip.
Thanks to the premise of the book, we meet a lovely new group of faces, though some of the old familiars do, as well. There's a great feeling of depth to *time* in Thrall, in a way that we haven't seen in the previous books, and we're eagerly looking forward to seeing Brown describe shape the world's histories and mythologies in future installments.
December 3, 2018
A really great addition to the series.
The action was fast and furious. The intrigue was well written and the characters are interesting and varied. Overall I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
The action was fast and furious. The intrigue was well written and the characters are interesting and varied. Overall I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
December 5, 2018
As always, a fantastical ride
E. William Brown does it again. I absolutely loved this franchise from book 1 to now. He effortlessly weaves this tale of a misplaced .modern man, granted the powers of magic. Daniel is a bad ads wizard from modern times, surrounded by beautiful wives and even more beautiful enemies. His power growth is amazing to witness through the books and he has so much h more to go. Every ounce of power and wealth he owns, has been paid for in blood and glory. Give this saga a chance and I pray this story continues for years to come.
E. William Brown does it again. I absolutely loved this franchise from book 1 to now. He effortlessly weaves this tale of a misplaced .modern man, granted the powers of magic. Daniel is a bad ads wizard from modern times, surrounded by beautiful wives and even more beautiful enemies. His power growth is amazing to witness through the books and he has so much h more to go. Every ounce of power and wealth he owns, has been paid for in blood and glory. Give this saga a chance and I pray this story continues for years to come.
December 2, 2018
WHOOO-HOO!!
Finally (finally!) here, and all that I’d hoped it would be and more! The only downer being that it doesn’t cover the girls much, but the primarily-Daniel story it provides is awesome. Many threads tied. New threads provided. Action to be had! Roguish behavior abounds! Characters developed (heh)! Magic!
Seriously good stuff! Highly recommended!
In other words: Read it now! Buy it now!
Finally (finally!) here, and all that I’d hoped it would be and more! The only downer being that it doesn’t cover the girls much, but the primarily-Daniel story it provides is awesome. Many threads tied. New threads provided. Action to be had! Roguish behavior abounds! Characters developed (heh)! Magic!
Seriously good stuff! Highly recommended!
In other words: Read it now! Buy it now!
December 15, 2018
Been of a fan of the series since i stumbled upon it
Love the book, and hoping the next one will be out with less delay but from the information I stumbled upon during the wait I totally understand. Looking forward to reading more and seeing what upgrades Daniel will have!
Love the book, and hoping the next one will be out with less delay but from the information I stumbled upon during the wait I totally understand. Looking forward to reading more and seeing what upgrades Daniel will have!
December 5, 2018
Couldn't put it down!
I literally stopped reading another book as soon as this one was released!
If you liked the series so far, you'll love this one as well. Daniel continues to face ever increasing foes with each encounter forcing him to shore up not only his allies and the defenses of his citadel, but also his own arsenal of surprises.
Unfortunately, Daniel gets pulled away from his base of operations for an extended time once again, so much of the book focuses on his own development and also that of a new supporting character who comes with a lot of ancient knowledge and insight she's willing to share with her favorite new wizard.
I literally stopped reading another book as soon as this one was released!
If you liked the series so far, you'll love this one as well. Daniel continues to face ever increasing foes with each encounter forcing him to shore up not only his allies and the defenses of his citadel, but also his own arsenal of surprises.
Unfortunately, Daniel gets pulled away from his base of operations for an extended time once again, so much of the book focuses on his own development and also that of a new supporting character who comes with a lot of ancient knowledge and insight she's willing to share with her favorite new wizard.
January 30, 2019
This is a hard book to rate because the author, in every other book in this series, fails to actually tell a story with a beginning, middle and END. Here, he does do that but he does so by having his main character strong-armed into going to Asgard. So, in essence, this is a side story because all the main story lines about how the MC, Daniel Black (DB), is preparing to survive Ragnarok with as large a group as possible are quickly forgotten about. Some headway in surviving Ragnarok is made in that the DB gains a lot of information and couple more allies that will contribute to survival. However, this is really the story of DB being mistaken by Odin for an Atlantean wizard and taken to Asgard to fix an Atlantean magic item (and how DB survives in and escapes from Asgard).
So the DB's mission at the end of book 3 appears to have succeeded in stopping, for the time being, Gaea's attacks on Kozalin. As a result the DB is able to further prepare for Ragnarok. This includes fixing up the dock area adjacent to his castle and taking a 20,000 year old dryad as his familiar.
Then the DB is asked to visit the local Norse pantheon priests. Knowing that the priests have been decimated in recent attacks DB is certain they don't have enough power to hurt him so, even though the requested visit is suspicious, DB goes. To DB's great surprise Odin and Thor are waiting for him and take him to Asgard. It turns out that centuries before Atlantean wizards (AW) attempted to overthrow the gods. The AW built a magical device capable of imprisoning gods for centuries but were defeated. Some of the AW escaped destruction by providing for their own reincarnation. Since DB and AW both have virtually limitless mana supplies, Odin concludes that DB is a reincarnated AW. This is important because Odin has the AW device for imprisoning gods and needs it repaired.
Once DB is taken to Asgard he knows he is in trouble. DB recalls how the Asgardians sabotaged the building of their own walls to avoid paying the giant who built them. So DB doesn't believe Odin will reward him and set him free once the device is repaired. Most likely Odin will either kill DB to keep the device secret or make DB continue working for him. Further, Asgard provides all the evidence necessary for DB to conclude that Odin is exactly the type of person that should not have the repaired magic device.
Worse, word that DB is an AW has leaked. The Egyptian god Ra was so pissed at the AW the he established a group of assassins to hunt them down. These assassins, with divine support and several thousands of years of experience, are extremely powerful, including being able to infiltrate Asgard. So DB has to dodge very powerful assassins while attempting to simultaneously keep Odin happy and not repair the device.
Then DB encounters Aphrodite and Loki's daughter, Mara, and things get really difficult. The Greek goddess of love has been a sex slave in Asgard ever since the Olympia was destroyed by Asgard. Aphrodite is aware that she has in part brought her fate upon herself by being completely untrustworthy, and yet that is her nature so it remains an open question if she can reform sufficiently to aid in her own rescue. Mara has infiltrated Asgard on Loki's business and brings DB news of Ragnarok.
Bottom line: This is the first book in this series I wouldn't have minded buying, but it is also a side story in many respects and so doesn't indicated that book five will be any better than books 1-3.
So the DB's mission at the end of book 3 appears to have succeeded in stopping, for the time being, Gaea's attacks on Kozalin. As a result the DB is able to further prepare for Ragnarok. This includes fixing up the dock area adjacent to his castle and taking a 20,000 year old dryad as his familiar.
Then the DB is asked to visit the local Norse pantheon priests. Knowing that the priests have been decimated in recent attacks DB is certain they don't have enough power to hurt him so, even though the requested visit is suspicious, DB goes. To DB's great surprise Odin and Thor are waiting for him and take him to Asgard. It turns out that centuries before Atlantean wizards (AW) attempted to overthrow the gods. The AW built a magical device capable of imprisoning gods for centuries but were defeated. Some of the AW escaped destruction by providing for their own reincarnation. Since DB and AW both have virtually limitless mana supplies, Odin concludes that DB is a reincarnated AW. This is important because Odin has the AW device for imprisoning gods and needs it repaired.
Once DB is taken to Asgard he knows he is in trouble. DB recalls how the Asgardians sabotaged the building of their own walls to avoid paying the giant who built them. So DB doesn't believe Odin will reward him and set him free once the device is repaired. Most likely Odin will either kill DB to keep the device secret or make DB continue working for him. Further, Asgard provides all the evidence necessary for DB to conclude that Odin is exactly the type of person that should not have the repaired magic device.
Worse, word that DB is an AW has leaked. The Egyptian god Ra was so pissed at the AW the he established a group of assassins to hunt them down. These assassins, with divine support and several thousands of years of experience, are extremely powerful, including being able to infiltrate Asgard. So DB has to dodge very powerful assassins while attempting to simultaneously keep Odin happy and not repair the device.
Then DB encounters Aphrodite and Loki's daughter, Mara, and things get really difficult. The Greek goddess of love has been a sex slave in Asgard ever since the Olympia was destroyed by Asgard. Aphrodite is aware that she has in part brought her fate upon herself by being completely untrustworthy, and yet that is her nature so it remains an open question if she can reform sufficiently to aid in her own rescue. Mara has infiltrated Asgard on Loki's business and brings DB news of Ragnarok.
Bottom line: This is the first book in this series I wouldn't have minded buying, but it is also a side story in many respects and so doesn't indicated that book five will be any better than books 1-3.
December 2, 2018
A wonderful sequel
This book is exactly what this series needed. True the beginning made me think we were going to have a repeat of the last book but instead it only lasted a little while and then we were off on an adventure with new and old characters. The action was great, the pacing excellent and the set up for future books perfect. My only complaint is the lack of Cerise and Avila in this book, but that is a fairly minor complaint.
Thanks for an excellent story and keep up the good work, I am looking for forward to the next book that is released be it a Daniel Black or Alice Long story.
This book is exactly what this series needed. True the beginning made me think we were going to have a repeat of the last book but instead it only lasted a little while and then we were off on an adventure with new and old characters. The action was great, the pacing excellent and the set up for future books perfect. My only complaint is the lack of Cerise and Avila in this book, but that is a fairly minor complaint.
Thanks for an excellent story and keep up the good work, I am looking for forward to the next book that is released be it a Daniel Black or Alice Long story.
December 2, 2018
A fantastic addition to the series.
If you liked the any of the books so far in this series then get this book and enjoy. I for one can’t wait for the next book.
We finally see Daniel with a bit of time to prepare for his plans and he once again exploits his knowledge to great effect.
The first 10% of the book begins with laying plot threads that don’t see any resolution in this book and it is a shame as it a new challenge presented to Daniel that he couldn’t just blow up. I hope to see this resolved in book 5.
If you liked the any of the books so far in this series then get this book and enjoy. I for one can’t wait for the next book.
We finally see Daniel with a bit of time to prepare for his plans and he once again exploits his knowledge to great effect.
The first 10% of the book begins with laying plot threads that don’t see any resolution in this book and it is a shame as it a new challenge presented to Daniel that he couldn’t just blow up. I hope to see this resolved in book 5.
December 1, 2018
Great continuation of a superb series
Excellent continuation of the Daniel black series with events continuing in a logical but sufficiently surprising way to keep one constantly entertained and wishing the book would not end .Fun to see the growth of the main characters strength and hints of what may come next,cannot wait to read the next book.Strongly recommended,a must read.
Excellent continuation of the Daniel black series with events continuing in a logical but sufficiently surprising way to keep one constantly entertained and wishing the book would not end .Fun to see the growth of the main characters strength and hints of what may come next,cannot wait to read the next book.Strongly recommended,a must read.
December 2, 2018
Woohoo! Excellent continuation of the Saga of Daniel the Black.
This book did not follow in the footsteps of the previous books and that is all to its credit. New characters, new settings, exploration of magics subtle and ancient, new enemies, oh and really hot, very dangerous goddesses.
This book did not follow in the footsteps of the previous books and that is all to its credit. New characters, new settings, exploration of magics subtle and ancient, new enemies, oh and really hot, very dangerous goddesses.
December 2, 2018
Full of possibilities
This author looks to be setting the foundation for an array of possible plot lines and story arcs. I love the direction and the way he hints at topics and questions that are addressed several books later. This book doesn’t disappoint and gives you new ideas to mull over while waiting for the next one to be published.
This author looks to be setting the foundation for an array of possible plot lines and story arcs. I love the direction and the way he hints at topics and questions that are addressed several books later. This book doesn’t disappoint and gives you new ideas to mull over while waiting for the next one to be published.
December 4, 2018
I don’t know if it’s just that this book was written after a few years had passed since the author published the first three books, but often times this adventure felt very disconnected from the previous books. There’s lots more sex and specializing things in this book, and almost every character I cared about and wanted to see more of are absent from this book. And why are all the gods evil?!?! Who would worship or follow these idiots?!?!? I was so very disappointed with the portrayal of the Norse gods, making them all so shallow, flat, and just completely ignoring their mythology. The author goes out of his way to make us hate the Norse gods, and what we are suppose to feel sympathy for Loki’s side? He’s been trying to wipe out humanity! I have so much I want to say about this book and the series, but I need to brew on it for a while. I love this series, the mixing of magic with medieval society. But now we are going to have space ships? Please no. And every woman that meets Daniel wants him ... yeah ... stroke that ego. Mara’s character has basically become 2 demensional, just another girl that loves Daniel and shares in his orgies. Ahh, I need to go think about this a while before I revise and expand my review
April 13, 2022
[Magic] [Other World] [Greek Gods] [Demons]
Spending time, trying only to survive in the new world and keep his people safe.
He got hired by the Gods to repair the old Magical machine which can Capture the soul of even a god and kill it.
He has to find a way to fake his death to get away from the gods who are threatening his family and also leave the machine in a state that no one can use it.
Spending time, trying only to survive in the new world and keep his people safe.
He got hired by the Gods to repair the old Magical machine which can Capture the soul of even a god and kill it.
He has to find a way to fake his death to get away from the gods who are threatening his family and also leave the machine in a state that no one can use it.
February 3, 2019
The story is great but the porn starts getting in its way.
October 15, 2019
3 to 3.5 stars, not as strong as the other books in this series. I still enjoyed it for the most part but the main story was not really that captivating. I will continue with the series but this is the first book that I was not as impressed with. It still has some good reviews and ratings so this maybe just me and you will find it just as good.
March 9, 2023
I'll consolidate the reviews of the two preceding books into this one.
Book 2 flagged a bit compared to book 1, but nothing in particular, just not quite as engaging. Book 3 picked up again, and by book 4 everything is coming to a head. I found this book probably the best of the series, and as it seems to be the end of the road, it was an ok place to end things.
Unfortunate, as there was more story here, but it's been 5 years since this came out so it's not looking good for book 5. Anyway, it was a good ride, and if another book comes out I will definitely get back on this horse.
Book 2 flagged a bit compared to book 1, but nothing in particular, just not quite as engaging. Book 3 picked up again, and by book 4 everything is coming to a head. I found this book probably the best of the series, and as it seems to be the end of the road, it was an ok place to end things.
Unfortunate, as there was more story here, but it's been 5 years since this came out so it's not looking good for book 5. Anyway, it was a good ride, and if another book comes out I will definitely get back on this horse.
December 4, 2018
I liked how this book was entirely focused along one plot line. Sometimes the other ones felt rushed because Daniel was jumping back and forth between so many things. This distraction also took away from Daniel strengthening himself which i was happy to see happening towards the end. With the addition of Alanna though and him being able to study Atlantean magic, I loved how much he grew as a wizard. i can only hope the wait to the next book is nowhere near as long and we get a little taste of Daniel as Danielle before he completes his new body. I also wonder when we will see the Black Coven expand, whether it is 7, 9, or 13. Please E. William Brown, don't keep us waiting too long.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 14, 2018
The Daniel Black series is solid "good bad writing". It's a wish-fulfillment fantasy: The protagonist finds himself in a world in which he has remarkable magical powers. He is surrounded by beautiful women who throw themselves at him. (So as not to have that go to waste, he uses said remarkable powers to give himself unlimited stamina.) Earlier in the series Black's powers were written within the constraints of his having certain types of magic. By book four, "mana sorcery" has become "instinctive understanding of magic", which has become "if he can think of it, he can figure out a way to make it happen magically." So Black's powers are the plot equivalent of "grants wishes".
The larger plot is ambitious: Ragnarok is nigh. On one side, Loki and his allies have started an ice age, started to eradicate humanity, and marched on Asgard. On the other side is the Norse Pantheon - and it's not clear that they're the better alternative. Daniel Black and his allies are caught in the middle, trying to survive Ragnarok.
Black and his coven have been growing exponentially in power. (I mean 'exponentially'. I hate it when people use 'exponentially' to mean 'considerably'.) In book 1, a giant wolf was a fair fight. By book 4, it has become apparent that surviving Ragnarok will require being able to compete with Pantheons - and they are on the road to making this possible.
The geographic scope of the story is also growing. Book 2 was mostly confined to a single city. Book 3 included travel across Europe, and finally to another world. Most of book 4 takes place in Asgard, to which Daniel Black is shanghaied to repair a super-magical McGuffin. In order to regain and retain his freedom, he has to overcome (and/or hornswoggle) gods.
Book four was fun to read, but not as much fun as earlier books: The wish-fulfillment fantasy is crowding out the story. The sex-fantasy elements are starting to limit the story: Aside from Daniel Black, all male characters are rivals or spear-bearers. All allies are female. The power-fantasy elements are also starting to get in the way: If your magic power is to whip up any magical device you need, the only real risk is the risk of carelessness, or of insufficient imagination.
The larger plot is ambitious: Ragnarok is nigh. On one side, Loki and his allies have started an ice age, started to eradicate humanity, and marched on Asgard. On the other side is the Norse Pantheon - and it's not clear that they're the better alternative. Daniel Black and his allies are caught in the middle, trying to survive Ragnarok.
Black and his coven have been growing exponentially in power. (I mean 'exponentially'. I hate it when people use 'exponentially' to mean 'considerably'.) In book 1, a giant wolf was a fair fight. By book 4, it has become apparent that surviving Ragnarok will require being able to compete with Pantheons - and they are on the road to making this possible.
The geographic scope of the story is also growing. Book 2 was mostly confined to a single city. Book 3 included travel across Europe, and finally to another world. Most of book 4 takes place in Asgard, to which Daniel Black is shanghaied to repair a super-magical McGuffin. In order to regain and retain his freedom, he has to overcome (and/or hornswoggle) gods.
Book four was fun to read, but not as much fun as earlier books: The wish-fulfillment fantasy is crowding out the story. The sex-fantasy elements are starting to limit the story: Aside from Daniel Black, all male characters are rivals or spear-bearers. All allies are female. The power-fantasy elements are also starting to get in the way: If your magic power is to whip up any magical device you need, the only real risk is the risk of carelessness, or of insufficient imagination.
December 25, 2022
I really should have reread the previous books just before reading this one. I'm sure the author is retroactively changing the time frame for past events.
Something just got me. If Daniel had all these self heating buildings in the city, isn't there suppose to be a lot of snow fall or slush? There is no mention so far.
This is funny
I couldn't read the book in one go because of work (and the fact that the book took so long to come out, that my constant over-hyped state burnt out into a cloud of indifference some while ago).
I liked the book, and although I didn't get to see him personally craft certain things I enjoyed myself.
The ways I saw the novel progressing from book three is all shot to flames.
Daniel has moved up so far with the power levels, that I don't see him making the little basic devices to make life easier (which I guess would now be trinkets compared to what he pulled off recently).
Now if the author could release another book (Daniel Black) next year, my enthusiasm might return. The author also needs to stop with these cliffhanger-hook endings.
Here is to me rekindling my enthusiasm in the near future.
*edit*. After reading all four books over in tandem I'm sure the author is reversing time to make it look as if a short amount of time has passed. If I had the compulsive obsession, I would read all the books over again and record the time, and do the calculations. *edit*
3.5/5 Stars
Something just got me. If Daniel had all these self heating buildings in the city, isn't there suppose to be a lot of snow fall or slush? There is no mention so far.
This is funny
I couldn't read the book in one go because of work (and the fact that the book took so long to come out, that my constant over-hyped state burnt out into a cloud of indifference some while ago).
I liked the book, and although I didn't get to see him personally craft certain things I enjoyed myself.
The ways I saw the novel progressing from book three is all shot to flames.
Daniel has moved up so far with the power levels, that I don't see him making the little basic devices to make life easier (which I guess would now be trinkets compared to what he pulled off recently).
Now if the author could release another book (Daniel Black) next year, my enthusiasm might return. The author also needs to stop with these cliffhanger-hook endings.
Here is to me rekindling my enthusiasm in the near future.
*edit*. After reading all four books over in tandem I'm sure the author is reversing time to make it look as if a short amount of time has passed. If I had the compulsive obsession, I would read all the books over again and record the time, and do the calculations. *edit*
3.5/5 Stars
December 13, 2018
Really loved this book. 4.5 stars
It is rare that overpowered characters are written well and still fit withing an interesting story, but Thrall does it well. In this fourth novel in the series Daniel finally gets to do some building for his own people. With the sieges broken and his people relatively safe thins are looking up. Things are complicated however when higher powers take a more personal interest in our sorcerer.
I really loved this novel. This novel ingeniously both raises the stakes and narrows down the story in a masterstroke of plot formation. By changing the setting and only including a relatively small cast, while simultaneously raising the powerlever over everyone involved the author created a high intensity plot that includes everything I liked about the previous novel and still kept the characters growing, while never going over the top. The scales of power remain balanced even as our protagonist ever increases in power.
In all, this was a amazing novel the does a good job of continuing the series and entertaining it's audience.
It is rare that overpowered characters are written well and still fit withing an interesting story, but Thrall does it well. In this fourth novel in the series Daniel finally gets to do some building for his own people. With the sieges broken and his people relatively safe thins are looking up. Things are complicated however when higher powers take a more personal interest in our sorcerer.
I really loved this novel. This novel ingeniously both raises the stakes and narrows down the story in a masterstroke of plot formation. By changing the setting and only including a relatively small cast, while simultaneously raising the powerlever over everyone involved the author created a high intensity plot that includes everything I liked about the previous novel and still kept the characters growing, while never going over the top. The scales of power remain balanced even as our protagonist ever increases in power.
In all, this was a amazing novel the does a good job of continuing the series and entertaining it's audience.
August 16, 2019
*3th Read and still good.
Really loved this book. 4.5 stars
It is rare that overpowered characters are written well and still fit withing an interesting story, but Thrall does it well. In this fourth novel in the series Daniel finally gets to do some building for his own people. With the sieges broken and his people relatively safe thins are looking up. Things are complicated however when higher powers take a more personal interest in our sorcerer.
I really loved this novel. This novel ingeniously both raises the stakes and narrows down the story in a masterstroke of plot formation. By changing the setting and only including a relatively small cast, while simultaneously raising the powerlever over everyone involved the author created a high intensity plot that includes everything I liked about the previous novel and still kept the characters growing, while never going over the top. The scales of power remain balanced even as our protagonist ever increases in power.
In all, this was a amazing novel the does a good job of continuing the series and entertaining it's audience.
Really loved this book. 4.5 stars
It is rare that overpowered characters are written well and still fit withing an interesting story, but Thrall does it well. In this fourth novel in the series Daniel finally gets to do some building for his own people. With the sieges broken and his people relatively safe thins are looking up. Things are complicated however when higher powers take a more personal interest in our sorcerer.
I really loved this novel. This novel ingeniously both raises the stakes and narrows down the story in a masterstroke of plot formation. By changing the setting and only including a relatively small cast, while simultaneously raising the powerlever over everyone involved the author created a high intensity plot that includes everything I liked about the previous novel and still kept the characters growing, while never going over the top. The scales of power remain balanced even as our protagonist ever increases in power.
In all, this was a amazing novel the does a good job of continuing the series and entertaining it's audience.
October 6, 2019
Good book, but a bit disappointing
For taking several years to write, it still felt rushed in parts. Ragnarok barely moved forward more, and Daniel didn't really do much at his fortress.
There were still some words missing, but over 300 pages, only a dozen mistakes isn't really noticeable, so I think it was definitely worth the wait for editing.
I still enjoy the story, but the pacing in this novel is definitely different, and you didn't get to see much of your favourite witches.
For taking several years to write, it still felt rushed in parts. Ragnarok barely moved forward more, and Daniel didn't really do much at his fortress.
There were still some words missing, but over 300 pages, only a dozen mistakes isn't really noticeable, so I think it was definitely worth the wait for editing.
I still enjoy the story, but the pacing in this novel is definitely different, and you didn't get to see much of your favourite witches.
January 19, 2019
Another home run from E. William Brown.
Wile this book does have a slow patch in the first act, further reflection reveals that it was actually important to the over all structure of the series. What seemed like unnecessary details turns out to be the long climb at the start of the rollercoaster as the pace rockets ahead and the stakes go through the roof.
Willy Brown keeps the tone of the story consistent wile changing things up for this installment. Wasn't sure where he was going, But I enjoyed the ride and Loved where we ended up.
A solid addition to the Daniel Black saga.
Wile this book does have a slow patch in the first act, further reflection reveals that it was actually important to the over all structure of the series. What seemed like unnecessary details turns out to be the long climb at the start of the rollercoaster as the pace rockets ahead and the stakes go through the roof.
Willy Brown keeps the tone of the story consistent wile changing things up for this installment. Wasn't sure where he was going, But I enjoyed the ride and Loved where we ended up.
A solid addition to the Daniel Black saga.
May 12, 2019
Adding a review a bit late (May 12th to be exact)... I was slacking a bit with review writing but I figured I'll add it to the books I've missed even though I might not remember exactly what I wanted to write when I was reading them...
I've enjoyed this series from the first novel... however I have to mention that there are several things in these books that I dislike but those are mostly personal preferences so I won't list them here.
Characters are interesting and the whole story still keeps me engaged. Looking forward to seeing how it all turns out.
I've enjoyed this series from the first novel... however I have to mention that there are several things in these books that I dislike but those are mostly personal preferences so I won't list them here.
Characters are interesting and the whole story still keeps me engaged. Looking forward to seeing how it all turns out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 30, 2023
um….
Is there more books? This was an interesting read… it ended on such a major cliffhanger…. Like space needle tall… I’m hoping there’s more to this series because if there isn’t I just wasted a whole bunch of time. It was really picking up and intriguing me. I’m glad Daniel finally got out of Valhalla. That was quite the annoying hiccup and I was hoping for more time spent learning about other things. So it’s time to search and see if there’s more to this series.
Is there more books? This was an interesting read… it ended on such a major cliffhanger…. Like space needle tall… I’m hoping there’s more to this series because if there isn’t I just wasted a whole bunch of time. It was really picking up and intriguing me. I’m glad Daniel finally got out of Valhalla. That was quite the annoying hiccup and I was hoping for more time spent learning about other things. So it’s time to search and see if there’s more to this series.
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