Review: Another Exciting Powder Mage Tale
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 24, 2013
As I have mentioned before, McClellan's novel, Promise of Blood is one of my favorite fantasy novels of 2013. "Hope's End" is the second short story that McClellan has penned in the Powder Mage universe. The story explores the dilemma of Captain Verundish, a woman who desperately wants to protect her young daughter as well as her lover. To resolve these matters, she undertakes to lead a dangerous, near suicidal mission. The story also delves more into one of the main characters from Promise of Blood, giving us more insight into his personality. Like his previous short story, this one delves into the history prior to the events of Promise of Blood. It is an exciting tale, well written, and I am pleased to revisit the Promise of Blood universe, even if it is only thru a short story. I highly recommend all of the Powder Mage tales.