Review: An absolutely stunning read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 18, 2014
After reading Manning's Mageborn series I was able to understand a lot more of this book than if I picked this one up first. So first I recommend reading the five book Mageborn series beforehand. This book takes place around 200 years before that series takes place and it's a huge eye opener about the mysterious race of beings that ruled humans at that time (the truth of them is awesome and really makes everything to do with these beings make sense) and luckily it's narrated by the main character from Mageborn and his children so it's nice to have them pop up throughout the story. Manning is extremely talented and The Mountains Rise is a perfect example of his ability. His characters are fully formed entities with rich personalities that makes the reader want to see what happens next. I love that the main character in this book is flawed in his own eyes and doesn't make the right choices all the time but you want what's best for him anyway!! With beautiful and detailed settings, Manning's book comes alive in your hands and in your mind. Can't wait for more from him!!