Review: Great Prequel!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 24, 2012
This short story bridges the Cloud Prophet Trilogy and The Swarm Trilogy. I hadn't even realized how closely the two series were connected until I read this. Although it is technically a prequel to both series, it can be read before or after either.The Initiate tells the story of Eloh, who plays a big part in the Cloud Prophet Trilogy. She lives in a world where magic has disappeared, and doesn't believe in the gods anymore. Her parents give her up to be an initiate because they can't afford her. Unfortunately, none of the initiates ever live--the gods' Chosen One never comes.This was a wonderful short story that left me better understanding the world Megg created for the Cloud Prophet and Swarm series. So many short stories seem incomplete, but this one was not only complete, it could easily stand alone. I feel as though I have a greater understanding of the character of Eloh now. I highly recommend all of Megg Jensen's work!