Review: A glimpse of the talent that is Michael J. Sullivan
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 26, 2011
"The Viscount and the Witch" is a short story by author Michael J. Sullivan. This is a Kindle only e-book that was a free download at the time of writing this review.Background:Michael J Sullivan is the author of the 'Riyria Chronicles', a five book (soon to become six) series that follows two unlikely companions (a thief and a swordsman), Royce and Hadrian. This latest offerings could be considered a prologue to the entire Riyria series, as it documents one of their earliest encounters...a time when our two heroes have just recently met and have just decided to join forces.Impression:A terrific short work...it can be read in one sitting in about 15 to 20 minutes. It has all the flavor, banter, subtle humor that I have grown to love in the full Riyria books. Royce and Hadrian have an engaging, likeable style and sense of camaraderie that seems to come to the fore no matter how dire the situation they may find themselves in.Conclusion:If you like this short book, then I whole heartedly recommend you consider reading the entire 'Riyria Chronicles' series. This small effort is proof positve that Michael J Sullivan has matured into a talented writer that can turn his hand in providing the reader with an exceptionally good fantasy read.As it is...5 StarsRay NicholsonP.S.Also included with this download, is a sample of the first book in the 'Riyria Chronicles' series, " Theft of Swords"