Review: It Keeps Getting Better and Better
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 8, 2012
In my reviews of the previous two books, I should have mentioned about the author throwing so many characters at us, many of which I personally didn't feel really added to the story- this continues in this book- especially with the introduction of the enemy Mukthar leaders.  Unlike other reviewers, I am also not fond of the Pages, other than Arranulf; I just find their childish banter distracting from the overall depth of the story.  Some readers seem to enjoy the comic diversion, I do not.My favorite characters are, of course, Anaxantis and Ehandar, but I also have grown fond of Timishi and Lorcko; it was nice to see that Ambrick got what he deserved, albeit to the 100th degree.The ending was a relief; I found myself quite vexed when Anaxantis was contemplating, based on the story about Prince Berimar, how to make sure Ehandar was never a threat again.  The idea was repulsive; I can't even imagine how Anaxantis was even contemplating it.All in all, it was an incredible journey that I look forward to continuing.  I have finished the fourth book, "Invisible Hands 1"- and can tell you that the author's writing continues to improve as the story goes along.  The fourth book, so far, is my favorite; I have re-read this series three times now and love it more with every read.