Anthony Lavisher
Auteur van Shadows of a Storm (The Storm Trilogy) (Volume 2)
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If you've read the first volume (Whispers of a Storm), you really should read this sequel. It's as beautifully written as the first volume.
It drew me in straight away, and I can't wait for the next instalment.
The characters are deep, and I really felt with them. It is fast-paced, and there was no passage where I thought it was slow or even dull. On the contrary! It takes you on a journey through the four vales; you accompany old friends and foes, and you get to learn new ones. Everything is very colourful, and the storm builds up and up....
Nobody is just black or white; even the master villain seems to have some secret which may well have made him the man he is now.
There are lots of twists and turns, and I can't wait to see the whole picture, to learn how it all comes together in the end.
Usually, I'm not fond of being left on tenterhooks, but this book is so beautifully written and has such great characters and such a marvellous plot that I forgive the author, as it means I have the third volume to look forward to.… (meer)
It drew me in straight away, and I can't wait for the next instalment.
The characters are deep, and I really felt with them. It is fast-paced, and there was no passage where I thought it was slow or even dull. On the contrary! It takes you on a journey through the four vales; you accompany old friends and foes, and you get to learn new ones. Everything is very colourful, and the storm builds up and up....
Nobody is just black or white; even the master villain seems to have some secret which may well have made him the man he is now.
There are lots of twists and turns, and I can't wait to see the whole picture, to learn how it all comes together in the end.
Usually, I'm not fond of being left on tenterhooks, but this book is so beautifully written and has such great characters and such a marvellous plot that I forgive the author, as it means I have the third volume to look forward to.… (meer)
WOW. Lavisher certainly knows how to grab your attention from the start! Once you dive in, you don't want to stop reading. There are no characters I would call completely black-and-white evil or good. Like real life, each character has a bit of gray area, and as the book goes on we get to know them better. With great pacing, brilliant descriptions, and heart-racing action, this is one book you won't soon forget. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a new thriller to read!
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- 4
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- 11
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- #857,862
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- 5.0
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- 3
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- 4
I was not disappointed, on the contrary.
Summary:
Peace has reigned in the Four Vales for about 50 years now. The enemies wear themselves out by tribal wars among themselves -- they pose no threat. The high duke wants to continue the policy his father pursued before him, as it means peace and a good standard of living for his subjects. He is popular with many, but opposition is building, and they want to thwart the high duke's plans. The opposition plan to abduct the princess of one of the Vales in order to put pressure on the ruling people.
A stonemason accidentally overhears a conversation about the planned kidnapping. From now on, his life and freedom aren't safe any more. However, his knowledge helps the young princess in no small measure.
Both the stonemason and the princess have to fight for their lives.
My thoughts:
Somebody somewhere compared it to the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. Well, I think it is better. I read the first two volumes of that series fairly quickly, but put down the third one several times and took ages to complete it. I stalled after a few pages of the fourth volume, and right now, I am not sure I'll go on reading the fourth volume, let alone so much as start the fifth. The novelty has worn off, and it's just violence and then some more violence.
So, OK, there are some violent scenes in Whisper of a Storm, too, but they are not ends in themselves, and they aren't dwelt upon for pages and pages. They are merely parts of the story that unfolds.
The characters are well described: you feel with (and for) Cassana. Her known universe goes to pieces from one moment to the next. She doesn't know who to trust, which is made all the more difficult because she isn't even sure of herself. Her emotions are in turmoil.
There is a clear development of the characters; it is realistic and convincing.
The story has got everything you can expect from a good story: suspense, a bit of romance, mystery... you name it, you'll find it in the story.
It's a page turner, so best plan your other activities for a later time, because you'll want to finish the book first, then go on reading the second part (and then wait impatiently for the third and last part), before doing anything else. Read, enjoy, and share with your friends!… (meer)