Review: Knockout sequel to an exciting new series
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 26, 2011
This second installment in the Advent Mage Cycle features Garth and friends (new and old) as they begin their mission to save the magic users of Chahir.  Fans of the series will enjoy developments in the overall plot of the story, more definition in their favorite characters, relentless teasing and tongue-in-cheek humor, and a great series of adventures that serve to bolster Garth's already mythical reputation.As in the first book, the story mostly revolves around Garth and his interactions with others as he completes his assignments.  It differs though, in that there is a clearly defined enemy he must battle, he finds out about where he came from, and his companions (with the exception of Chatta and Night) are new, but likable and well-defined. Additionally, the amount of introductory information used in world-building and to set the scene is reduced, allowing Magus to read as more of a fast-paced adventure novel.All in all, the author didn't disappoint in presenting us with a new book that retained all of the things we found enjoyable in Jaunten, without making it sound like it was the same old tale or just a filler.