Review: Fan-Tasy!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 20, 2013
Fantasy is interesting. But put in a great story and magic and it becomes so much better. Same is the case with "Troublesome Neighbors".It isn't just a kiddy story with elves (or rather half-elves) in it. It has strategy, conflict, soul-searching, courage and so much more. The book packs all of it together and brings in the form of a story. And it does it so effectively you're left almost dumbstruck.The protagonist of the story is called Renna. She is not the perfect princess with both beauty and courage but is rather described as someone with a small stature and a crippled gait. And I think that is what lets so many of us see ourselves in her. Not perfect and not the best but we do try, we do put in our best. And also turn away at times.Anyway, the story, along with Renna, also has Lord Gorsfeld, a tyrant whose only objective is to expand his kingdom. He proposes to marry Renna to expand his kingdom but his proposal is rejected. That sets off a backlash from him, with his strong support striking at Renna's villages. That sets the stage for the story. I do not want to reveal too much here but would like to say that the story does make you look inside you while still enjoying an amazing plot.This is the first book by M.K. Theodoratus that I'm reading and I'm mightily impressed! Although the story of "Troublesome Neighbors" was not too long, it did keep me intrigued and I found myself asking for more as I approached the end. The fact that it is not too lengthy also makes it easier to read. But I still wish there was more. I hear there will be a sequel to this. And if there is, I for sure would not miss it. Take a ride through this half-elvic journey and the magic will touch you too! Peace.