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Liked It “This book took a little time to get up and running as the author builds an intricate and complex magic system as well as her political and world building. Carol Berg's attention to the finite details of her 'world' show throughout the book and whilst I felt that our main hero was somewhat...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“This book took a little time to get up and running as the author builds an intricate and complex magic system as well as her political and world building. Carol Berg's attention to the finite details of her 'world' show throughout the book and whilst I felt that our main hero was somewhat neutered (perhaps the result of a male protagonist from a female author??), by the time I was mid-way through the book I was well and truly hooked.
sfx555chick wrote this review Wednesday, March 21, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
An enjoyable and solid fantasy for those that like politcal machinations (and what good fantasy book doesn't have some?), smooth polished characters and a complex and intricate magic system, will have me 'all in' for the rest of the series.
One for lovers of High magic fantasies with a good dose of mystery and intrigue.”
“Best fantasy book I've read this year...(dark) fantasy, historical (Renaissance alternate universe), and mystery/thriller.”
littlechaosmonster wrote this review Tuesday, March 6, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“The language is contrived and more than a little annoying. ”
Amber Zade wrote this review Friday, October 28, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Recommended by a friend. Plot twists, politics and wizardry. Berg's language feels overly verbose sometimes, reminiscent of Victorian era prose. This fits the characterization of the obsequious narrator well, however, and ultimately serves the story. Well crafted suspense and mystery, leaving many intriguing questions at the end. Kind of a grown-up Harry Potter universe, brought to life with a lot of believable detail and multifaceted characters.”
Natalie F wrote this review Saturday, July 16, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“As with other books by Carol Berg "The Spirit Lens" doesn't disappoint. An interesting world with intriguing characters. This sociopolitical thriller has enough twists to keep things engaging until the end and leave you wanting for the next book.
B Fisch wrote this review Friday, May 27, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
This isn't a book for the action crowd.”
“Very interesting story. Mysterious and kept me guessing! I usually read stories with romance but this story had a very good plot so I was still interested, so romance readers who like fantasy and magic, don't stray from this! Especially since the next installment is going to come from a girls point of view. I am very excited for the sequel since not everything got answered in this book.”
LoveIsPeachy wrote this review Thursday, December 23, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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velvetlibrarian wrote this review Thursday, September 30, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A good book and a good story, but the old-fashion courtly language might be off-putting for some. ”
Tracy Zielinski wrote this review Saturday, April 17, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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