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"In the realm of people-driven fantasy fiction, Gemmell sets the standard." "-- Time Out"
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My only criticism of this book is that although it is undoubtedly, as is claimed, a Novel of the Rigante, he has skipped so much time from the first two books of the series to this one that the storyline has lost the pace and excitement that he had developed with Connovar and Bane. Yes, the new characters are arguably as good, likeable and powerful, but he has to develop the whole social system again from scratch and so by the end of the 500 odd pages, the story was really only beginning to gather the impetus that he had achieved with the first two books. Although this is the third book of the series, it reads as though it is the first and that in itself made it slightly disappointing.
Gemmell at his best is undoubtedly a five star author, but Ravenheart wouldn't be my recommendation as his best work. It is simply more Gemmell - and that, although good, is a bit of a shame.
The Rigante are now a conquered people living under the rule of the Varlish people. Their great traditions are slowly being erased as they are treated as second class citizens with few rights and basically as barbarians. This brings the some interesting scenes in the book as characters from both sides deal with their feelings towards each other.
Kalein Ring is a young Rigante growing up in this society. The story follows him from being lashed by a Varlish school teacher to leading a Rigante assault near the end of the book.
The real star of the book is Jaim Grymuach, a giant of a man and a 'true' Rigante, always in trouble, a drunkard, but the most likeable character of this tale. He refuses to bow to the Varlish laws and live his life as he pleases. His role in the Spring feast was uplifting and he becomes a legend by the end of the tale.
The trial at the end of the book is well written, exciting and emotionally moving. It was an excellent way to finish the novel. School teacher Alderith turns from dislikeable teacher to heroic defender of Maev Ring.
This book is characteristic of David Gemmell, fans will find nothing new here from the first books of the series. He writes likeable characters and is extremely easy to read, but some may feel that they have read these stories and met these characters before.
The book is not as 'stand alone' as the first two Rigante novels, I am eagerly awaiting delivery of the Storm Rider to find out how the story ends.
Also, as one of the main protagonists, Kaelin Ring is not quite as interesting as his predecessors Connavar and Bane, but I am hoping this will change by the next book.
Overall; a good entertaining read which will not disappoint fans of the series.
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Its dissapointing because although the story line draws you in the book ends before the story has sunkin in. Read more
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