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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for any fiction/fantasy book collection, 17 Nov 2003

By	A. S. Garton "age garton" (milton keynes, england) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

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The King's Buccaneer is Feist's second book designed to introduce the next generation of his characters to the reader. This book sees Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas, lead a band of assorted souls disguised as pirates to the rescue of those who were kidnapped in the sacking of the Far Coast.

This is perhaps Feist's strongest novel. It does not rely on past events overly and although it does set the stage for events to come, the story is still both complete and fully entertaining. Feist's real strength shines through in Buccaneer - his ability to draw engrossing and realistic characters with depth.

One of my all-time favourtites.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The King's Buccaneer : An Excellent Diversion, 8 Aug 2002

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As always, Feist weaves a tale of Fantasy that retains a realistic quality that is missing in so many Fantasy novels. Feist obviously researches his material thoroughly before putting pen to paper. ( Or keyboard to word processor as it may be !! ) This novel is a a prime example of his ability to make a "Fantasy" setting seem almost real. Several chapters of the novel are spent aboard ship and his attention to detail and knowledge of wooden ships steering the mighty sea provides so realitic a setting that you can almost feel the cold ocean air, the creak of the ship and the sound of the ocean waves , as if you were onboard ship yourself instead of immersed in a novel upon the make believe world of Midkemia. This book follows Amos Trask and young Prince Nicholas on an important journey for the crown. It is a good break from the normal Midkemia surroundings that allows us to see other parts of Feist's world and develop a love for new characters. For all of those Feist fans out there that have not read this book ( Although I can't believe there are any of you!!), or those who like realistic Fantasy..this is a book you should read and Feist is an author you should follow.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A superb fantasy novel., 25 Oct 2004

By	Ian Tapley "thefragrantwookiee" - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

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THE STORY:
Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas, is sent to Crydee to gain some experience outside of Krondor's court. When Crydee is devastated by a brutal raid Nicholas and a band of survivors attempt to track down their captured loved ones, but to do so they must sort out a convoluted scheme involving Tsurani assassins, Keshian slavers, pirates and the Pantathian serpent priests. Their adventure will take them across the ocean to the mysterious land of Novindus.

WHAT'S GOOD:
Although supposedly a sequel to 'Prince of the Blood', this book is a continuation of the story of 'A Darkness at Sethanon' in ways that it's predecessor never was. The story is at all times gripping and the young people struggling with responsibility, love and the harsh realities of the world is very reminiscent of Feist's greatest work (and first) 'Magician'. With the inclusion of Pug and Nakor, Feist even manages to expand on his exploration of the nature of magic itself, without over exposing the idea. Which gives me an entry to say just how much I love the character of Nakor. Pug is always aloof and mysterious (as you'd expect from the most powerful magician in the world), but Nakor is a thoroughly personable character and his excentricity blends excellently with his obvious power and wisdom. Nakor's training of Anthony was one of my favourite elements of this book.

WHAT'S BAD:
I don't have alot bad to say about this book. The way in which everyone ends up finding that special someone and falling in love was a little too unlikely for my tastes and I thought that Nicholas' whirlwind relationship with Iasha was doubly unlikely considering the way their interaction goes throughout the book. This book also suffers slightly from the fact that you're always aware that it's really just a prelude to the Serpent War saga, cheapening the otherwise brilliant reading experience.

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5.0 out of 5 stars feist
the final chapter of midkemia answers most questions from prince of the blood but also poses more questions for further books i just love feist cant wait to read his other works

Published 3 months ago by Sandra L. Jones

5.0 out of 5 stars Feist at his best!!
After Magician this is my favourite Feist novel. It's based mainly on Nicholas, Arutha's youngest son, and his fight against evil originating from the oversea's continent of... Read more

Published 19 months ago by G. Peters

5.0 out of 5 stars From the back of the book.....
This new and exciting epic adventure occurs ten years after the events recounted in PRINCE OF THE BLOOD. Read more

Published on 21 Aug 2006 by Angel Silver

4.0 out of 5 stars A great action fantasy romp
Although part of the Midkemia saga of books this is one of them that can stand one its own quite well, it has a seperate story that doesn't require prior knowledge of the... Read more

Published on 21 Mar 2006 by genejoke

5.0 out of 5 stars Am I gushing about this book? You bet I am!
In this sequel to Prince of the Blood, author Raymond Feist takes us back to his magical world of Midkemia. Read more

Published on 29 April 2005 by Kurt A. Johnson

4.0 out of 5 stars Good fun
Not as good as the early books in the rift war sagas but more light hearted and enjoyable than Kondor the betrayal etc. If you haven't read Magician etc you should read them first.

Published on 26 Jan 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars fantastic
this book was a really good read, having read all of fiests work this was one of my favorite pieces of work there was great depth in the workings of ALL his charecters, not one... Read more

Published on 2 Dec 2002 by funkyjim

5.0 out of 5 stars Fiest's Best Work so far
This is much better than his previous books. 'Prince of the Blood' was a lot more interesting than the end of the Riftwar Saga, and while this focuses back on the main theme of... Read more

Published on 10 Oct 2001 by praetor_jamek@romulan.co.uk

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Feist books
The King's Buccaneer follows the events of the Riftwar and introduces the Serpentwar Saga, although it is a stand-alone book. Read more

Published on 20 Dec 2000

3.0 out of 5 stars Feist's Writing Improves But The Story Remains The Same
Of the six books that comprise or grow out of the "Riftwar Saga," this is without doubt Feist's best effort in terms of writing skills. Read more

Published on 17 Aug 1999

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