Okay, okay can't tell a lie...This book is awesome! Character driven, an elegantly complex plot and a unique concept - learning about immortals. You couldn't ask for more! Jennifer Fallon is one of the greatest fantasy authors of this age. The Immortal Prince is the first book in The Tide Lords, her first four book series.
The story begins with an immortal, Cayal, looking for a way to die. He murders seven people for that sole purpose and is sentenced to death, to his utmost disappointment, by hanging.... The executioner who beheads people was on vacation. Arkady, the Duchess of Lebec and historian, is then sent in to prove that he is lying about being immortal. Things start to get messy and she helps him escape from prison. It is then she discovers Cayal is telling the truth and is forced to confront it. When she does, she discovers the complexities of being immortal and their ruthless ambitions to rule Amyrantha through a religion or an existing government - it's more effective and a lot less of a hassle.
This is a great book for all fans of adult fantasy. the characters are complex an intriguing and drive the plot to unexpected twists and turns. Expect to empathize, pity and hate these seemingly inhuman immortals. Oh... expect to stay up late reading this book...
And stay tuned for the review of her second book: Gods of Amyrantha
3 comments:
Wow sounds like a wonderful start to a great series! The interesting plot of an immortal wanting to die is just priceless. Loved this review, cant wait to read more!
A. Tassinari
Author of Mortality Quest Book 1 The Awakening
www.eloquentbook.com/MortalityQuestBook1.html
Hi A. Tassinari,
Thanks for dropping in to check out our blog! Am very glad you like the review. The review of the second book should be out soon so stay tuned to All Books Great and Small!
Cheers!
Erica T.
Can't wait for you to pass this to me Erica T. Malaysia is hopeless when it comes to books as you very well know
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