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Summary: One of the most beautiful things I've read
Review: Why it was ever published separately in the first place is quite a riddle itself! When I first read "the Riddle-Master of Hed" as a requirement for school, I about died falling of the cliff-hanger. That aside, the emotions and characters are as real and complex as they come, the most important being the inexplicable love/hate relationship between the protagonist, Morgon, and the enigmatic Deth. It was the nuance and development of that part of the story that had me sobbing out loud. "All I wanted, even when I hated you the most, was some parched, dry, barren excuse to love you." (something to that effect--Morgon says that) The book (books) is breathtaking, like the view from the top of a mountain.
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Summary: BUY IT AND READ IT. DO IT NOW.
Review: There simply isn't anything I can say that hasn't already been said.This series has been my favorite for more years than I want to discuss. I've read it numerous times. My original paperback copies are being held together with tape and rubber bands. So I'll be getting a new copy. There's magic, mystery, battles, humor, plot twists, more magic ... what more could you ask for? Just think, in the time it's taken for you to read this, you could be finding out who has milk dumped over his head and why. Just go buy the book and find out for yourself.
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Summary: This series is an all-time favorite of mine
Review: I read this series when it was first published, longer ago than I care to admit. It was a favorite then, and still is. How many books can you read over and over and still enjoy every time? Morgan is a great character -- wise and humble -- who discovers unsuspected depth and power within himself. And Raederle (whose name I will never be able to pronounce) is a woman as fierce and independent as any character I've come across. It sounds corny, but these characters changed my view of life (hey--I was twelve!). I will remember them forever.
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Summary: You move in slowly, and suddenly you are lost in the Fantasy
Review: I have been a Fantacy reader, since I was a child, I thought my Fantacy reading was over when I grew up, but luckily I found, that this was not true. I have read Mythology, Philosoph and Psycology. Fantacy is the very Potluck of it all. The Riddle Master of Head starts in a hazy tumble, and it takes a little while till you know that this is a fantacy, but then you are already lost. This is the most outstanding Fantacy I have ever read, and I think I have read them all. It will linger in your memory for ever, because you feel as if you were there. The discriptions of feelings, emotions and scenery are rare masterpieces. Putting it into one Complete Trilogy is a mercy to the reader, who does not have to wait for the next book to hit the shelf. This is to my knowledge the best book Patricia McKillip has written. Read it.
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Summary: This is one of the Classics of the field.
Review: From its book-club selection omnibus volume title, these three books are commonly called "The Riddle of the Stars". Written sometime in the late 70s or early 80s, these books easily ranked with the leaders of the time, easily beating out the Shanara books and many others. I've read the series many times since I found them over a decade ago, including just last year. I've never regreted spending my money on them, and since they're pretty much no longer available, buying this book is the new reader's best choice. The story is about the down to earth and simple ruler of a backwater land of pigfarmers, Hed. The Prince of Hed, Morgan, has quite an unusual talent for Riddles, and three stars emblazoned on his forehead from birth, that cause him all sorts of problems. Riddles in these books are not of the common puzzle variety. They are complex tales about events in the past that have no clear answer, like murders and other mysteries. Because riddle crafting is an ongoing tradition, many riddles have answers; however the answers to those riddle may not have been widely desiminated, or may only be known to a single person. In a competition between two people over riddles, it is perfectly legal to ask your opponent to answer a riddle you know only you have the answer to. This isn't a problem most of the time, unless the competition you're in happens to hold your life in the balance. This view of riddles is unique in my reading experience, and quite enjoyable. The magic system of these books is also excellent. Other people here have alreay commented on the intense characterizations of the novels, so I'll avoid a repeat. I will note the one drawback of the series. The map is not particularly detailed (thankfully, it has a map, many modern Fantasies do not). The map is also clearly attached to a greater continent, and of course the seaways are open. However, nothing is ever mentioned of lands beyond those on the map. It seems almost like the map and the lands it depicts really exist in a small pocket dimension. However, this is a common flaw in many Fantasy novels, and should not disuade anyone from reading them. Get these books. Read them. If you haven't, you can't call yourself well-read in Fantasy.
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Summary: Awesome! Comparable only to Tolkien's works!
Review: I read 'Riddle of Stars' a collection of all three books (The Riddle Master of Hed, Heir of Sea and Fire, and Harpist in the Wind) close to 10 years ago. I hadn't seen a copy anywhere since then... until I came here! I'm buying this book! Morgon's journey into the legends woven through time is one that *no-one* should forsake. This book will make you want to read it cover to cover without pause! I'm making a MUD out of this book, If you're interested in helping promote RoS, (now RM) mail me!
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Summary: Fantastic story you will re-read for years to come
Review: I first read this three-book story at the recommendation of a college chum. I have re-read them every few years ever since. Morgon and Raederle's epic journey to discover the source of the danger to their world and the truth about themselves is riveting. The imagery in her writing is incredibly vivid; when she writes about how creatures are shaped by the laws of earth you just about feel the sense of land-law in yourself. I cannot recommend this highly enough.
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Summary: Poetry, Goodness, Beauty, Magic, Wonder - fine read
Review: Here is the master work of one of the most sensitive and brilliant writers. Here is a world and people you will love and never forget, an intelligent plot which is paced beautifully, and phrases so fine they bring tears. This is one of those works I come back to every few years. Unique and perfect. Read this!!!
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Summary: The BEST fantasy series I have ever read!
Review: I have read many fantasy novels - including those by Donaldson, Jordan, and Zelazny. This story is still my favorite. I read this series in the late 1970's - early 1980's. I bought a copy through the Science Fiction Book Club that combined all three books into one and it was a great way to read them. I am thrilled that the series is being published again - my copy is in pieces from many hours of wonderful reading. Morgan, Deth and Raederle are characters you will never forget. Buy this book!
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Summary: The best fantasy trilogy of the genre!
Review: Don't talk to me about Tolkien, Terry Brooks or Stephen Donaldson. Since I first read "The Riddlemaster" (then called "A Riddle of Stars") in my early teens, all other fantasy paled; I've simply never been able to enjoy any of the other authors books because this is simply the best! Morgon of Hed is a wonderful hero, human while retaining that legendary quality. He is written with humor, pathos, & empathy as are all the characters in this cycle. Unusually for fantasy, the female characters are not only strong but individual while retaining their feminine qualities. The world McKillip creates is one that her readers can say "this feels right! These are the rules that should govern the world!" And all the characters, major to minor, have depth & uniqueness. McKillips language creates vivid pictures from epic magic battles to humorous vignettes. If you read fantasy, or know someone who does, this book is indispensable. Buy it today!
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