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Britain's King of Heroic Fantasy...a story to devour at a single setting (GMI )
Fascinating...the ending is a triumph (INTERZONE )
Fascinating...the ending is a triumph (INTERZONE )
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I discovered D. Gemmell some years ago thanks to a guy in a bookshop. Since then, I've read all of his books as I've able to get a hold on to. This is one of the best...it has some more fantasy and "alternate-world-stuff" than its predecessor "Lion of Macedon" but this doesn't distract from the story. "Au contrair" it adds onto it, making it colourful, descriptive, real fun. The book seems to be very well researched, and it's amazing how the story plot blends into the few storic facts that we know about those times. If you like Gemmell, this one is a must!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This predecessor to this book is a personal favourite, it has been a book that has lit the fire or reading in my heart and it has been there ever since, before this title, I was happy to pick up the odd book here and there, but could easily be distracted to other things, since...well my house if full of them.
Most people know this as a fantasy title, but would be surprised to know it started life as a Historical Fiction title, but due to the way publishers don't like their authors crossing genre it was change it to fantasy or release as another Ross Harding title. Lucky for us we got the book we did because it is brilliant.
The characters so real and so lifelike, I doubt anyone could read this book and not feel real emotions as the book progresses.
Gemmell has a way of creating heroes from villains, villains from heroes and a whole lot of grey that we need to decide ourselves, the world is not black and white, but also points out that we all know our own little evils, the things we have done right, a real be true to yourself and treat others as you would like to be treated aspect, but there is no preaching it is just a moral message that pervades this and his other books.
anyone who has read Lion of Macedon will then have been forced to read Dark prince will notice the heavier fantasy element to Dark Prince, written just for fantasy, and while not the pinnacle of writing that Lion of Macedon is it's still a fantastic read, as are almost all gemmell books
I cannot think of anyone who would not enjoy this book, it really has been great to read and i have read it over a dozen times.
Most people know this as a fantasy title, but would be surprised to know it started life as a Historical Fiction title, but due to the way publishers don't like their authors crossing genre it was change it to fantasy or release as another Ross Harding title. Lucky for us we got the book we did because it is brilliant.
The characters so real and so lifelike, I doubt anyone could read this book and not feel real emotions as the book progresses.
Gemmell has a way of creating heroes from villains, villains from heroes and a whole lot of grey that we need to decide ourselves, the world is not black and white, but also points out that we all know our own little evils, the things we have done right, a real be true to yourself and treat others as you would like to be treated aspect, but there is no preaching it is just a moral message that pervades this and his other books.
anyone who has read Lion of Macedon will then have been forced to read Dark prince will notice the heavier fantasy element to Dark Prince, written just for fantasy, and while not the pinnacle of writing that Lion of Macedon is it's still a fantastic read, as are almost all gemmell books
I cannot think of anyone who would not enjoy this book, it really has been great to read and i have read it over a dozen times.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The life of Alexander, and the lands in which he travelled and conquered are beutifully encapsulated in this awesome sequal to The Lion of Macedon. The depth of characters, the vivid atmosphere and the crunching battle sequences allow the reader to almost smell the events taking place! The historical aspects of this text also bear recognising. This is a well researched story, which is complimented by a mysticism that almost fits the beleifs of the period. A Classic.
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Well-written, interesting fantasy adventure
Unlike the first book in this duology, The Lion of Macedon, which was mostly historical fiction with a dash of fantasy thrown in, Dark Prince is full-blown historical fantasy. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Isis
I can't knock Gemmell...
I started this book not to long ago and was rather taken back by the direction it goes in comparison to the previous book. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Joshwa
'Dark Prince' will convert you!
David Gemmell again demonstrates why he is the master of the flawed and tragic hero with this tale.
'Dark Prince' will convert any reader who is unsure of the fantasy... Read more
'Dark Prince' will convert any reader who is unsure of the fantasy... Read more
Published 14 months ago by G. Doherty
Slightly Gemmell-lite - and nothing on Lion of Macedon - this is still...
After the superb - and for Gemmell slightly groundbreaking - Lion of Macedon, I found Dark Prince to be a bit of a disappointment. Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2010 by Robbie Swale
David Gemmell
This series of books was recommended by a friend. He loaned me the first one and I then bought the whole series. What more can I say, a superb read, entertaing and well-paced.
Published on 24 Jan 2010 by Mr. M. W. Wabe
Great book
A fantasy book for non Fantasy book lovers...if that makes sense.
I am more a historical fiction person, but have been reading lots of David Gemmell books recently and... Read more
I am more a historical fiction person, but have been reading lots of David Gemmell books recently and... Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2010 by The Doctor
I don't want it to end ...!!
I'm about 20 pages from the end of this book, which has been such a great read, I don't want it to end - ever! Read more
Published on 4 April 2008 by Juno
Another great follow-on from Gemmell
This is an awesome succession from Lion of Macedon. It maintains a constant pace and contains a captivating plot, which thickens as you turn each page. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2003 by Matthew
My favourite sequel in a book
I won't admit that this book follows on heavily from the previous 'Lion of Macedon'. However, David Gemmell does a fantastic job at bringing you up to speed with the information... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2003 by "byrne118"
fast paced historical narrative
This was one of the best David Gemmell books I've read. It's was mainly concerened with Alexander The Great and as such has lots a exciting battles. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 1999
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