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The Spirit Ring (Mass Market Paperback)

by Lois McMaster Bujold (Author)
3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 384 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.co.uk Sales Rank: 567,962 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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When her father, a goldsmith and master mage, dies during the siege of their Italian village, fifteen-year-old Fiametta finds her own fledgling magic tested in the ensuing battle against the evil Lord Ferrante.

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Magic, mages and the might of right, 24 Oct 2003
By K. Newman "krazykmcd" (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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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.

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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Underated, 17 Feb 2003
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.

It lacks the inconistancies that ocasionally marr her SF. I suspect the extra effort she made to keep the magic consistent. showed benefits throughout the plot.

I suspect the majority of her readership SF orientation does her a diservice here.

Simon

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent because it is funny, 16 Nov 1998
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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. There are several zinger lines and a sequence involving poisoned wine that is hillarious. The book makes a serious point and makes you laugh at the same time.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Well Worth Reading
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
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1.0 out of 5 stars 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... Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2002 by M. R. Parashchak

3.0 out of 5 stars 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
Published on 7 Jun 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not her best
An engaging and entertaining read, but not as good as Bujold's science fiction.
Published on 13 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars 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
Published on 5 Dec 1997

5.0 out of 5 stars A spectacular fantasy from the award-winning SF author
From the writer of award-winning SF comes this spectacular fantasy. Set in an alternative history where magic works, this book is many things. Read more
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