- Paperback: 656 pages
- Publisher: Orbit; paperback / softback edition (6 Nov 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 184149741X
- ISBN-13: 978-1841497419
- Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 4.5 x 18 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 16,003 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 )
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The second instalment in an astonishing tale of magic, violence and revenge.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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.
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.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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. It gets stuck on four stars as it's not epic quality, but it's definitely a very very good first effort.
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. It gets stuck on four stars as it's not epic quality, but it's definitely a very very good first effort.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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 ;)
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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complex fantasy
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... Read more
Published 13 days ago by N. Brett
Dark and gripping.
Ive read all three of the night Angel series, and also downloaded the prequel Perfect Shadow, all have been excellent, with none of the feeling that Brent is just bridging the gap... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. L. Lomas
Great Book!
Even if it is a little worse than the first book of the series I still enjoyed it. It has twists, it surprises you and leaves you wanting to read the third book. Good for adults.
Published 6 months ago by Reader
the hole trilogy is fantastic
totally addicted to the trilogy
excellent book that suits better adults than kids because some of the violence, but other than that is fantastic
excellent book that suits better adults than kids because some of the violence, but other than that is fantastic
Published 7 months ago by cristina
Couldn`t put it Down.
I loved the first if this trilogy andwas delighted to find the second installment just as good if not better. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Katie
not quite the same, but still damn good.
This book was a joy to read, but for different reasons than the first book.
In the first book, it was more of an assassins story, where we follow Kylar in his attempts to... Read more
In the first book, it was more of an assassins story, where we follow Kylar in his attempts to... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Alex Lee
One of my favorite Trilogys
I have just re-read this whole trilogy (last read 7 months ago) and i have to say it is defo one of my favorites and is nearly on par with the 'Painted Man' Trilogy for me. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Lostinabook.com
Night angel review
I thought book 1 of the trilogy was diverting, but not great. I started the 2nd book, and for one of the few occasions of my life, put the book down with no intention of finishing... Read more
Published 12 months ago by fergy76
Another Great!
This is a truly great book!, could not put it down, same goes for the last, you won't be sorry you bought this book!!
Published 12 months ago by Rick
3 STARS
Magic play a much bigger role in this second book of the trilogy than in the first one, and the plot is a bit less compelling so after having rated the first book 5 stars I feel... Read more
Published 14 months ago by alex
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