Review: A solid classic style fantasy
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 04 29, 2012
There is a lot to recommend this book. The author definitely knows how to write and if the editing didn't really slack off during the last 1/4 of the story, I would not even know it was an indie production. A lot of fantasy books overwhelm with a huge number of characters and places, making it hard to follow. Somehow it's not the case here. The characters/tribes are introduced slowly, getting the reader to know each one before moving on to more information. Also the fight/battle sequences are expertly written, never letting the speed of action cloud what's actually going on. My only significant quibble is that too much time is spent describing what each character is feeling. Those parts could be cut down because, well, it's not hard to figure out what they are feeling because of what they do, and it does get repetitive. The plot is fairly straightforward and not very original, so if you are looking for something that has never done before, this one is probably not for you. However, if you want a solid fantasy tale with characters you get to know and love, go for it.