Review: I read both of these short prequels BEFORE starting the related novel and they are both FANTASTIC.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 13, 2014
These two interrelated stories provide GREAT insight with regards to the two opposing groups fighting for their individual deeply ingrained beliefs that motivate them to do battle against each other. BOTH SIDES adamantly believe that they are doing what is right and necessary to protect their societies. As such, the reader is able to understand the emotions of both groups of characters and the background of what led these men to war.It reminds me of what someone once said a long time ago: "There's no GOOD Guys ... There's no BAD Guys ... There's just --- GUYS."Now it is up to the reader to pick a side, if one so desires, and the author has done a WONDERFUL job of detailing the humanity of two groups who each feel they are in the right.Each separate story is fully developed from start to finish. There are NO cliffhangers or teasers that require purchasing the novel. I find that fact quite admirable and applaud the author for the way these stories can stand alone! Since I so thoroughly enjoyed SQUAD 19 and A ROYAL KNIGHT, I naturally purchased the companion novel and am in the midst of reading it now.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED with a 5 Star Rating. ENJOY!