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Praise for Raymond E. Feist:
‘File under guilty pleasure’
Guardian
‘Get in at the start of a master’s new series’
Daily Sport
‘Well-written and distinctly above average… intelligent… intriguing.’
Publishers Weekly
‘ Epic scope…vivid imagination…a significant contribution to the growth of the field of fantasy.’
Washington Post
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Set ten years after the events in "Prince of the Blood", this book is a remarkable adventure of mystery and magic.
In Amos Trask's ship, Prince Nicholas and Squire Harry set sail for a friendly visit to Uncle Martin in Crydee. But while the two are guests in Crydee, disaster strikes.
Nicholas, third son of Prince Arutha, is a gifted youngster, but sheltered by life at his father’s court in Krondor. To learn more of the world outside the palace walls, Nicholas and his squire, Harry, set sail for pastoral Crydee, where Arutha grew up.
Shortly after their arrival, Crydee is brutally attacked. The castle is reduced to ruins, the townspeople slaughtered and two young noblewomen – friends of Nicholas – are abducted.
As Nicholas ventures further from the familiar landmarks of his home in pursuit of the invaders, he learns that there is more at stake than the fate of his friends, more even than fate of the Kingdom of the Isles, for behind the murderous pirates stands a force that threatens the entire world of Midkemia, and only he is destined to confront this terrifying threat.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As always, Feist weaves a tale of Fantasy that retains a realistic quality that is missing in so many Fantasy novels. Feist obviously researches his material thoroughly before putting pen to paper. ( Or keyboard to word processor as it may be !! ) This novel is a a prime example of his ability to make a "Fantasy" setting seem almost real. Several chapters of the novel are spent aboard ship and his attention to detail and knowledge of wooden ships steering the mighty sea provides so realitic a setting that you can almost feel the cold ocean air, the creak of the ship and the sound of the ocean waves , as if you were onboard ship yourself instead of immersed in a novel upon the make believe world of Midkemia. This book follows Amos Trask and young Prince Nicholas on an important journey for the crown. It is a good break from the normal Midkemia surroundings that allows us to see other parts of Feist's world and develop a love for new characters. For all of those Feist fans out there that have not read this book ( Although I can't believe there are any of you!!), or those who like realistic Fantasy..this is a book you should read and Feist is an author you should follow.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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The King's Buccaneer is Feist's second book designed to introduce the next generation of his characters to the reader. This book sees Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas, lead a band of assorted souls disguised as pirates to the rescue of those who were kidnapped in the sacking of the Far Coast.
This is perhaps Feist's strongest novel. It does not rely on past events overly and although it does set the stage for events to come, the story is still both complete and fully entertaining. Feist's real strength shines through in Buccaneer - his ability to draw engrossing and realistic characters with depth.
One of my all-time favourtites.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This new and exciting epic adventure occurs ten years after the events recounted in PRINCE OF THE BLOOD. Nicholas, third son of Prince Anitha of Kmndor, is a bright and gifted youngster, but sheltered by the restrictive life of his father's court. To learn more of the world outside the palace walls, Nicholas and his squire set sail for pastoral Crydee. Thus begins an adventure that will place the fate of his nation on his unsure shoulders.
Shortly after their arrival, Crydee is brutally attacked by unknown forces. The castle is reduced to ruins, the townspeople slaughtered and two young noblewomen (friends of Nicholas) abducted. More than a simple raid for slaves, the invaders serve dark forces intent upon the wholesale destruction of the Kingdom of the Isles.
As brother to the future king, Nicholas must undertake a long and dangerous journey. And as he ventures further from the familiar land marks of his home, Nicholas learns that more than the fate of two girls is at stake, even more than the fate of the Kingdom, for behind the murderous pirates stands a force that menaces the entire world of Midkemia, and he is destined to confront this terrifying threat.
RAVE REVIEWS: "Feist writes skilfully and his imagination is prolific."
Shortly after their arrival, Crydee is brutally attacked by unknown forces. The castle is reduced to ruins, the townspeople slaughtered and two young noblewomen (friends of Nicholas) abducted. More than a simple raid for slaves, the invaders serve dark forces intent upon the wholesale destruction of the Kingdom of the Isles.
As brother to the future king, Nicholas must undertake a long and dangerous journey. And as he ventures further from the familiar land marks of his home, Nicholas learns that more than the fate of two girls is at stake, even more than the fate of the Kingdom, for behind the murderous pirates stands a force that menaces the entire world of Midkemia, and he is destined to confront this terrifying threat.
RAVE REVIEWS: "Feist writes skilfully and his imagination is prolific."
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Swashbuckling King's Buccaneer
Yet another swashbuckling ripping yarn from Feist: Light but informative reading, as ever leaving you wanting more: Thus you go on to the next as I have and will continue to do so. Read more
Published 7 months ago by bazza309
Not my favourite Feist novel
This book works as a decent stand alone epic/adventure, but is best read after Prince of the Blood and particularly the earlier Riftwar trilogy for some context and an introduction... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Tim Jarvis
Kings Buccaneer
Feist at his usual 'best'. Continues the story of the dangers facing the world of Midkemia, this time from the perspective of Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas as he grows to... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2009 by Mr. A. P. Weston
feist
the final chapter of midkemia answers most questions from prince of the blood but also poses more questions for further books i just love feist cant wait to read his other works
Published on 15 April 2009 by Sandra L. Jones
Feist at his best!!
After Magician this is my favourite Feist novel. It's based mainly on Nicholas, Arutha's youngest son, and his fight against evil originating from the oversea's continent of... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2007 by G. Peters
A great action fantasy romp
Although part of the Midkemia saga of books this is one of them that can stand one its own quite well, it has a seperate story that doesn't require prior knowledge of the... Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2006 by genejoke
Am I gushing about this book? You bet I am!
In this sequel to Prince of the Blood, author Raymond Feist takes us back to his magical world of Midkemia. Read more
Published on 28 April 2005 by Kurt A. Johnson
A superb fantasy novel.
THE STORY:
Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas, is sent to Crydee to gain some experience outside of Krondor's court. Read more
Prince Arutha's youngest son, Nicholas, is sent to Crydee to gain some experience outside of Krondor's court. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2004 by Ian Tapley
Good fun
Not as good as the early books in the rift war sagas but more light hearted and enjoyable than Kondor the betrayal etc. If you haven't read Magician etc you should read them first.
Published on 26 Jan 2004
fantastic
this book was a really good read, having read all of fiests work this was one of my favorite pieces of work there was great depth in the workings of ALL his charecters, not one... Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2002 by "funkyjim"
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