This is certainly true at the beginning of the story where we meet a young man, a member of a tribe with a distinct culture, who, in the midst of a maturation ritual, is confronted with tragic events and thus devotes his life to revenge. Feist that I like, the author who narrates an epic story without hurrying, taking his time to put us in the right mood. But all-in-all? I can definitely recommend this for sheer entertainment value if not world-building, epic-building, or mind-blowing reveals. ![]() I've read much worse and only a few that do this better. :) In other words, all the things we usually turn to when it comes to old-style fantasy. Lots of sword-play, some intrigue, and even more REVENGE. The story might be old but it is still very entertaining. The last of his tribe, he's taken in by the Conclave of Shadows, full of magicians and spies, trained and inducted in their order, and is sent out into the world to infiltrate and get everyone ready for the evil that spreads through the land. ![]() Simple premise, really, and one we've all seen, but I really enjoyed the journey. Young/old Pug is here, briefly, but for the most part, this is not of magic, but the crafting of one quick boy into a hell of a weapon. That being said, I honestly had a good time following this future era, post-Krondor war building of a hero.
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