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This is the second installment of the "Chronicles of the Necromancer". Having escaped being murdered by his evil brother, Jared, Tris must take control of his magical abilities to summon the dead, and gather an army big enough to claim back the throne of his dead father. But it isn't merely Jared that Tris must combat. The dark mage, Foor Arontala, has schemes to raise the Obsidian King.
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Format:Mass Market Paperback
All fantasy stories come in three books right? The Blood King sure felt like middle chapter material with the extended character development that results of army building, journey making and companion saving antics. The group splits in to two, offering parallel plots which are expected to merge at the final fight. However, as the final third of the book opened it was clear that the second book in the series was to include the conclusion to the Necromancer Chronicles. Ultimately the finale almost seemed rushed, quite odd since the rest of the book is so slow. It's not tedious at any point, just not offering any sustained excitement until the final chapters. The Blood King is an unremarkable, easy going and light fantasy read. Rainy day material.
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A promising start to a fantasy series. Unfortunately, the characters lack individuality and the different points of view all appear samey. Very predictable plot and too hero-driven for my liking.
Gail Martin has attempted to mix a fantasy story with a romance novel, which just ruined the fantasy story. Describing at great length how there are no less than 3 love-of-my-life type relationships forming in a small group of adventurers gets old real quick. She should have stuck to the main story line, and kept the romance to the one relationship that has a direct impact on the story line, and in less detail.
While I enjoyed parts of the story, I ended up skipping large sections. Had hoped that a lot of the "mistakes" were limited to book 1 and that book 2 would focus on good story telling. Unfortunately book 2 was no improvement on book 1, if anything it shifted further towards a romance novel. Am only glad that I did not buy book 3 and book 4.
Gail Martin has attempted to mix a fantasy story with a romance novel, which just ruined the fantasy story. Describing at great length how there are no less than 3 love-of-my-life type relationships forming in a small group of adventurers gets old real quick. She should have stuck to the main story line, and kept the romance to the one relationship that has a direct impact on the story line, and in less detail.
While I enjoyed parts of the story, I ended up skipping large sections. Had hoped that a lot of the "mistakes" were limited to book 1 and that book 2 would focus on good story telling. Unfortunately book 2 was no improvement on book 1, if anything it shifted further towards a romance novel. Am only glad that I did not buy book 3 and book 4.
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This second instalment reveals more details about Tris' family history and the magical orb known as the Soulcatcher. Martin explains political background which is meaningful to the assassination of the princes' family and it adds depth and credibility to the story.
It is also interesting to see how two main female characters, princess Kiara and healer Carina are developing. Martin manages to find a clever way to draw similarities and yet to show good contrast between them. An added bonus for me is the introduction of a small hunting dragon called Jae.
I am a big fan of Trudi Canavan's writing and have read The Black Magician Trilogy as well as The Age of Five series. Gail Martin's debut with The Chronicles of the Necromancer is better than I expected.
It is also interesting to see how two main female characters, princess Kiara and healer Carina are developing. Martin manages to find a clever way to draw similarities and yet to show good contrast between them. An added bonus for me is the introduction of a small hunting dragon called Jae.
I am a big fan of Trudi Canavan's writing and have read The Black Magician Trilogy as well as The Age of Five series. Gail Martin's debut with The Chronicles of the Necromancer is better than I expected.
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As far from original as possible....
How this book manga to get published, i'll never know. Having read the first book and being left with the impression that it copied dozens of idea from a multitude of novels and... Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2009 by A. V. Tran
A fine read
A good action packed story with fine characterization. She manages to keep all the personalities well drawn and their actions and reactions are true to those characters.
Published on 21 Jun 2009 by Beata Rosa
Fantasy written by Edin Blyton
I found the writing style of this book very simple. All the 'goodies' were too clean cut and after the first chapter or so you know that there is no way any of them are going to... Read more
Published on 8 May 2009 by Leslie Bailey
Worse than the first
One word sums this book up, dull.
The first book was unoriginal but had just enough to interest to kill some time but this is a truly boring slog. Read more
The first book was unoriginal but had just enough to interest to kill some time but this is a truly boring slog. Read more
Published on 12 April 2009 by plot hound
Good but could have been great!
I like this series so far, both The Summoner and Blood King are good additions to the fantasy genre. Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2009 by B.K.Price
Liked it more than I though I would!
I gave the first book The Summoner (Chronicles of the Necromancer) three stars for being an enjoyable read with some nice twists on the usual fantasy stereotypes, but slightly by... Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2009 by griff1974
Reasonable, if cliched
Last month, I reviewed The Summoner, which although quite full of generic fantasy tropes, and clearly aimed as a stable, core-market book, (though with nicer than usual artwork)... Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2008 by Christopher Halo
like so many books could of been great.
this is a frustrating book as it is good and teters on the edge of being great. anoyingly so its a good trye but just not quite there in the vast market of great authers out there. Read more
Published on 14 July 2008 by J. A. John
A decent read but uninspiring
If you liked 'The Summoner' then chances are you'll like this one too as it's pretty much just more of the same. Read more
Published on 9 Jun 2008 by Midnight
very satisfying but is it all over?
I loved The Summoner and this follow up is just as good. The main characters all get their desserts, sweet or just, depending on whether they are good or evil. Read more
Published on 12 April 2008 by The Electric Ghost
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