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Fiona McIntosh
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Publisher | Harper Voyager | ||
ISBN | 9780007276066 | ||
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Ann
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Synopsis
The third, and last, instalment of Fiona McIntosh's gripping epic fantasy, set in a world torn by revenge, love and ancient magic
Loethar the Tyrant has established himself as the King of the Devona Set. No longer seen as a tyrant, his reforms and peace-making efforts have won over a section of society, especially since over the last 15 years, his people from the steppes have migrated and integrated into the Devona kingdoms.
Loethar no longer believes Prince Leo, the rightful heir to the throne, to be dead and hunts him and his outlaw allies; but another heir also exists - one the usurper should fear more than a prince on the run... and she has possession of the ancient Valisar enchantment.
Having learnt the truth of her parentage, her world and her family's fate, she must decide whether to stay and face the King's wrath, or escape back into the world she has hidden within for so many years.
Review
What a disappointment! Started well enough picking up on the characters in the previous two very good books and the Loethar and Elka storyline developing in a believable fashion, but halfway through I felt it descended into a rush to untangle all the ends at once. Yes it was good that all was sorted out but at a high cost to the characterisation and the storylines.
What happened to Leo? Complete change in character. Loved the completely unnecessary Tourettes doctor, but the Vested went by the wayside and Evie and Ravan lines could have been so much better.
Good way to end the aegis/trammelling conundrum, and tantalizing hint that we might return to the Valisars at some future point. This would be good, as really enjoyed the scenario and the magic.
Incidentally, was I the only one who kept getting confused between Kirin Felt and Faris Kilt?
Incidently great cover though!
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