- Mass Market Paperback: 369 pages
- Publisher: Baen Books; Reprint edition (May 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0671578707
- ISBN-13: 978-0671578701
- Product Dimensions: 17.3 x 10.5 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 720,976 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Fiametta Beneforte dreamed of making beautiful and enchanted "objets d'art, " but alas her magician-goldsmith father was more likely to have her scrub the kiln than study magic. After all, it was a waste to train a mere daughter beyond the needs of the moment.
Thur Ochs dreamed of escaping the icy mines of Bruinwald. But the letter from his brother Uri arranging his apprenticeship to Master Beneforte was not the only force that drew him over the mountains to the Duchy of Montefoglia...
A betrayal at a banquet plunges Thur and Fiametta into a struggle against men who would use vile magic for vile ends. Needs of this desperate moment will require all their wits, all their talents, and all their courage, if they are to rescue both Montefoglia and the souls of those they most love.
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Fiametta Beneforte is a metal worker, the unofficial apprentice to her father, who is also a master mage. Unfortunately, as a female although she has the talent, Fiametta is not in the ordinary run of things likely to be acknowledged as a mage herself, although she has the talent and the skill. But the usual run of things is interrupted when a diplomatic negotiation turns to betrayal and the town is subsequently under siege. Fiametta and her father escape, but her father soon dies.
Thur Oches is a miner with a talent for finding things lost and for metal, plus a skill in forgery (not faking – heating and casting metal). His brother has obtained an apprenticeship under a master goldsmith and mage, Beneforte. He travels towards the town to encounter Fiametta on the way, who gives him news of the Master’s death. Thur and Fiametta have a common need to return to the town, and together with the help of several monks, they work for retribution and justice, to save the town and the rest of their livelihood.
It’s a folk story, full of magic, evil and unusual beings in the form of the kobolds. Simple, uncomplicated story combining known Italy / Europe / religious influence with magery and fantasy. A skilful blend that results in a pleasing satisfying tale of a band of a few good people with right on their side, opposing a defined and evil threat.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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An engaging and entertaining read, but not as good as Bujold's science fiction.
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From the writer of award-winning SF comes this spectacular fantasy. Set in an alternative history where magic works, this book is many things. It is a scientific exploration of magic, it is a touching romance, it is gripping battle between the forces of good and evil.
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This is vintage Bujold, 1992, a rare standalone published between `The Vor Game' (1990) and Mirror Dance' (1994) though in many way it feels like a much earlier work. Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2009 by J. R. Bedford
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A well realised magic system that draws on traditional and contempory thinking combines with the authors ability to write engaging characters and plots. that move at a fast pace. Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2003 by SimonW11
Stick with Miles!!!
I could not stop putting this book down. Dear oh dear. This "novel" has a very contrived predictable plot (If one can actually justify it being a plot) peopled by wooden characters... Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2002 by M. R. Parashchak
a fine read
A light fantasy, this book is a real change of pace for LMcB; but it is still in her own style, covering the serious and sprinkling it through with light humour. Read more
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Excellent because it is funny
This was the first Bujold book I happened to pick up. A medieval fantasy would not normally be a vehicle for comedy, but this one is. Read more
Published on 16 Nov 1998
Not Bujold's usual fare, but great work, nonetheless!
Lois McMaster Bujold is known for her hard sf writing. However, with THE SPIRIT RING, she shows she can handle fantasy as well. A great read and a good time! Pamela Adams
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