A Darkness Returns : Book One of The Dragonwar Saga by Raymond E. Feist

I read my first Feist in 1995.   I’ve attempted to read every ensuing book as I like his books that much.   This book is no exception.  It is like walking into your favorite watering hole and seeing some old friends you haven’t seen in ages. I won’t mention who is back but rest assured you will enjoy the book. The villain is, again, the Void.

There are some new heroes and some new Void pawns in the form of religious fanatics.  There is plenty of action and an interesting sidebar story.

I recommend both the author and this book. 

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Cure by Kali Metis

This is a shapeshifter story.  A death in the family leads Luna Auber to discover her hidden talents.

I’ve suffered the bricks and sticks when I previously stated that my dislike of a character limited my enjoyment of a book.  So bet it!  I didn’t like the main protagonist, resulting in a struggle to like the book.  

The subject matter is enjoyable.  Shapeshifting is almost always fun to read.   I struggled to get into the story while liking the culinary talents of Luna, her personality was repugnant.  I have not doubt the author crafted Luna to be who she was but for me, I want to like the main protagonist.  

There is a second volume and for those who do not suffer my malady of character likeability, it looks interesting.

Some mild not overly detailed violence with a somewhat confusing plot. 

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