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Rating: Summary: Another Classic in the realms of magic and fantasy Review: I am not really a big reader of fantasy books, or at least the ones as complicated as The Lord of the Rings, or Bill Clinton's memoirs. But when I pick up a fantasy book and read it through, it proves to be quite a enjoying adventure into imagination.Joyner's book fits with this sort of experience I have had. The plot is engaging, and the characters are the sort of dark, yet romantic characters that make a story such as this believable. After reading the book, one gets the feeling that you have not read a short work of fiction, but experienced and felt a part of actual history. To me, any book that has the power to do so is a awesome book. I highly recommend this book to any fan of fantasy books, for this book carries the promise of greater adventures for the characters involved in its saga. I am bouncing up and down for the sequel. Even a prequel.
Rating: Summary: Fantastic Storyteller Review: Ms Joyner is a really good storyteller. It's so easy to get dragged into her tale and feel what the characters are feeling, even if it takes a little time to get to that point - once you're there, there's no going back. I for one look forward to reading more of her writing, especially if she is always so engaging and I highly suggest that others check her out.
Rating: Summary: Vivid and engaging! Review: Ms. Joyner weaves a compelling tale that proves difficult to put down. The characters are varied, deep, complex, believable, and hypnotic. Her description paints a vibrant picture while remaining restrained and allowing the story to flow smoothly. The action crescendoes throughout the story, and by the end of the book, the reader is hungry for more. Except for a few editorial oversights (which I hardly noticed, which is really saying something for me), this book is an excellently-written, highly-enjoyable work of art, and I highly recommend it. You'll love it!
As an example of how engaging the story is, several *months* after I finished reading the book, one of the characters figured prominently in a dream I had. I don't think I've ever had a literary figure show up in a dream, and I've read more books than I could count! LOL
Definitely pick up a copy of this book. You'll be avidly awaiting more from this author, as I am!
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