Review: A fast paced and fun read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 6, 2011
This is the second book in the Halcyon series.  I have read the first book as well.  This book continues with the same characters as in the first one, but the previously seperate plot lines get merged as the main characters meet and interact with each other in this book.  The airship Halcyon is not central to this book, but it was still important.The central characters, Tahiri, Lorenzo, Kenan, and Qhora all undergo some development in this book.  They have depth and feelings and help draw the reader into the plot.  I enjoyed the change of geography, the alternate reality Spain is interesting: Espani, a cold snowy land, full of ghosts, and completely lacking in technology.  Lorenzo's struggle with being an expert sword user, and instructor, with being a deeply religious man are highlighted in this book.  Lewis has created a good cast of characters in an alternate steampunk Mediterranean world.  I've enjoyed this series and look forward to reading more by Lewis.