This is a continuation of the Recluce series, number eighteen to be exact. Cyador's Heirs the previous book established Lerial as a major player in the saga. Lerial takes his protection of Cigoerne to Afrit, the much larger neighboring nation in this book. His defense of his homeland takes a surprising turn.
I have noted before in his other books, Modesitt infuses political
commentary and philosophy as part of his story line. Time
Gods World, The
Forever Hero and Order
Master all illustrate philosophic musings.
There are times where the author seems to pontificate a bit but it
always fits the story line. This book is no exception. Mercantile distaste could be a subtitle. Modesitt seems to have strong philosophic
threads throughout his books.
Again, probably repeating myself, the author takes a great
deal of time building the scene before he introduces action. In some ways that mirrors reality as constant
action isn't even prevalent in a war zone.
The common thread, as I stated in previous Modesitt reviews
is the lone soul fighting for self identity in a harsh world. Lerial finds a new friend and mentor as well
as allies in surprising places.
I highly recommend.
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This book may have been received free of charge from a publisher or a publicist. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.
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