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Shadow's Edge (The Night Angel Trilogy) [Paperback]

Brent Weeks (Author)
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Publication Date: 1 Nov 2008 | Series: The Night Angel Trilogy (Book 2)

Kylar has rejected the assassin's life. In the wake of the Godking's violent coup, both his master and his closest friend are dead. His friend was Logan Gyre, heir to Cenaria's throne, but few of the ruling class survive to mourn his loss. So Kylar is starting over: new city, new companions, and new profession.

But when he learns that Logan might be alive, trapped and in hiding, Kylar faces an impossible choice. He could give up the way of shadows forever, and find peace with his young family. Or Kylar could succumb to his flair for destruction, the years of training, to save his friend and his country - and lose all he holds precious.

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  • Paperback: 656 pages
  • Publisher: Orbit; 1st mmpb edition (1 Nov 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316033650
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316033657
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 4.4 x 17.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,382,832 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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I was mesmerized from start to finish. Unforgettable characters, a plot that kept me guessing, non-stop action and the kind of in-depth storytelling that makes me admire a writer's work (Terry Brooks) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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The second instalment in an astonishing tale of magic, violence and revenge. --This text refers to the Perfect Paperback edition.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolute brilliance from a first time author! 15 Jan 2009
By B.K.Price
Format:Paperback
I have to keep pinching myself to remind me that this trilogy is the authors first series he has written. Yes these books are just that good! This book continues on from the war and conquest of the God King and the subsequent terror unleashed by him on the populace of Cenaria. We also see the very difficult realities for people who are under the boot of an occupation army, starvation, murder, rioting and rape are a daily reality for the people. Most affected are the poor of the Warrens who find themselves brutalized on a daily basis, through such adversity they manage to gain the power to stand up and and fight back against the God Kings hoard.

What I do find great is the characterization Weeks has created for his characters. We see the lives of people like Kyler greatly changed as he finds the women he loves and takes her away from a life of a pain and misery and ultimately from Kylers work as a wet boy. But will Kyler be able to leave his exciting life behind? Will he have just one more job to complete? Also we get a glimpse into the like of the ousted King Logan as he tries to survive the hell and misery of the hole. Will this peril be to much for him? Or will he survive to become stronger in himself?

I'm about to start the third and final book in this series, i'm hoping it wll be as good as the first two.

I hope this review was of some help to you.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A great continuation from the first book 5 May 2009
By griff1974
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a really good effort at a middle book in a trilogy. It bridges well the gap between building the characters in the first and the big climax in the third. This is the classic 'I'm trying to get out but they keep dragging me back in' part of the storyline, and it's been done in a sympathetic and believable way.

There's always a risk when the action and movement is being ramped-up that characterisation will be lost. The author sometimes teeters on the edge of this, but thankfully never quite tips over. The main characters you've grown to like from the first book actually find a deeper engagement with the reader, drawing you further into the story. The exception for me is Elene who I feel never really gets going as a character - a bit wishy-washy. To put it positively, the author has identified what works and is sticking with it.

Once he's back 'in' Kylar develops well in his power as the Night Angel, but always has the human frailties that give vulnerability where it's needed. The introduction of a broader geography gives him greater scope as a character but also places him in a bigger and more dangerous world. As his power grows, then so does the threat.

It's a big challenge to keep a storyline together when characters spread out across a world, but the author gives it a really good effort. None of them lose the big-picture but all of them also overcome their own back-story to give them greater depth. Whether they're all necessary to the story is another question, but they certainly don't detract.

Overall the book delivers excellently on the promise developed by the first one. If you like Kylar, Durzo, Logan, and Momma K, then don't delay in getting this.... Read more ›
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Not the greatest, but damn great anyway :) 15 April 2009
By Thomas Andersen
Format:Paperback
I've read the first book, which I thought was "Pretty good, but not too great.", but the second installment really has me hooked.
It's more gritty, though a lack of Durzo Blint gives it less "edge", more grueling, more gruesome and all at the same time, more compelling and heartfelt.

It's definitely a book worth reading, if you like fantasy and books that are not meant for 10 year olds ;)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars complex fantasy 15 May 2012
By N. Brett TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
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First a confession to put my review (and score) into perspective. I read the first book in this trilogy (this is the second) a good couple of years ago and many books (some of a similar nature) have been read since. So I have to admit I did have trouble catching up on this one, but it just might be me. The vast cast of characters and magical elements did really make me focus to try and remember and even to the end, there were one or two elements I never really caught up on. So a warning, don't leave it too long between the books unless you have a far better memory than I do.

Kyler is a "Wetboy" an assassin, but in reality so much more than that. But in the face of an ultimatum from the woman he loves, he tries to put his past behind him and make a living that does not involve killing people. So this book starts off with him just `wet' rather than a `wetboy' as he moves city and tries an honest living. Of course we know his past WILL catch up with him and bring him back into the conflict that has ripped the country apart and could get even worse....
So, I was a tad confused. It was a little...dull....for a while....But then it picks up and takes off. Maybe a bit of a middle book as characters are positioned for the third, but the author has writing talent and plays to quite a dark side, so no light and frothy fantasy here (but then it is about assassination after all).

Maybe let down by too many characters and ideas, certainly let down by making the lead character (and therefore the book) too dull in the beginning, but also redeemed by an eventually good story. A mixed bag, I have better hopes for the third (which I must read soon while the memory of this stays with me!).
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Lovey Dovey
The delving into the Vir and the Kakari was interesting, but seriously why do Fantasy authors need to go on and on about Love? Makes Kylar a complete sap.
Published 22 days ago by taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Btilliant read
Having just finished the "Lightbringer" series, which I enjoyed immensely "The Night Angel Trilogy" was a must. I have not been disappointed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Smudge
4.0 out of 5 stars At least as good as the first book.
A very good sequel to the first book. I like the writing style, and the action romps along. I will definitely be buying the conclusion to this trilogy.
Published 1 month ago by Bev Jenkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
A brilliant book. The whole time I was reading this I felt like I was actually there. The characters were so well developed and the ending was just perfect
Published 1 month ago by Shannon Kayleigh Black
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome! Just when you think that the story could not get any...
it does. I found volume 2 virtually unputdownable (is that word? O who cares). I got a little worried near the end that the chief villain would escape to Volume 3 as so happens in... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Paul Lemon
5.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling!
The second book is gripping and really explores the characters in much more detail, you feel you're part of the story. An easy read, I couldn't put it down. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Vanessa
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
I have been really enjoying these books, and I look forward to the next one. Brent Weeks is a great author.
Published 3 months ago by Dina Deo
5.0 out of 5 stars addictive read
Book Two is where the story really takes off as far as the magical abilities are concerned. The first book was addictive, this one is doubly so. Read more
Published 3 months ago by bart
4.0 out of 5 stars Book two.
Really good again, never straight forward, plenty of twists and turns. looking forward to the last part of this trilogy, after the end of this !
Published 3 months ago by Hiscraft
4.0 out of 5 stars Shadow`s Edge: The Night Angel Trilogy: Book 2
Really enjoyed the characters and the story. Some twists in the plot that were unexpected cannot wait to read book 3.
Published 3 months ago by Allison
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