Review: Fantasy, quest, mystery, romance..
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 08 28, 2013
This book was many things, but the most important of all was that it was--GOOD!Nobody was more surprised than I was.  I wasn't a fan of the cover, but downloaded it because of the mostly glowing reviews.  After reading almost 20 percent of the book, I was seriously considering the possibility that the author just had a lot of friends and family.  Don't get me wrong; the book was well written, with very few errors.  The author had a great style, but the characters and the plot/action just wasn't reaching me.  Being the stubborn type that always finishes what she starts, (even if that means speed skimming for the really horrible books) I determinedly kept reading.  AND was subsequently rewarded by an enjoyable read.It takes a while to get moving.  It takes a while to know and warm up to the characters.  The plot has a really surprising turn, which I enjoyed.  The ending was well resolved and satisfying, but still makes you want to know what comes next for Rook, his comrades, and the Empress and her kingdom.  I'm hooked enough that I'll be putting Book Two on my 'To Read' list.  Suitable for any age group, as the romance and violence is not graphic.