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The Shadow Sorceress (Spellsong Cycle) (Paperback)

by L.E. Modesitt (Author)
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  • Paperback: 592 pages
  • Publisher: Orbit (7 Feb 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 184149089X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1841490892
  • Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 10.8 x 3.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 325,532 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'Modesitt creates a deeper and more intricate world with each volume' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'An intriguing fantasy in a fascinating world' ROBERT JORDAN 'Modesitt follows the very real concerns for food, latrines, shelter, medicine, and the struggle for power within the group, while tracing the lives of gifted men and women in the process of becoming legends' LOCUS


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Continuing the story begun in the first Spellsong trilogy, THE SHADOW SORCERESS focuses on the challenges facing Secca, now a young sorceress. When her mentor, Anna, the legendary Sorceress Protector of Defalk and the heroine of the original trilogy, dies unexpectedly before Secca's training is complete, Secca is thrust into a position of power and responsibility that requires her to take command of all her magical resources. The sieging Sea Priests bring with them a new kind of drumming magic that threatens the balance of power in the world, and Secca must rally allies to prevent danger and destruction not imagined for decades. Secca learns to fight battles with sorcerous skills she has never used before, while leading an army for the first time. At the same time, Secca discovers an unexpected chance for love and companionship in a turbulent world ...Look out for more information on this book and others on the Orbit website at www.orbitbooks.co.uk

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars More of the same, 17 Mar 2002
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Book four of the Spellsong Cycle takes us years into the future to when Anna is nearing the end of her life and her young wards are now wielding there own powers.

Secca, who was only a child in the earlier books, now takes centre stage reluctantly after the death of Anna. The character of Secca is basically Anna from the first book with her confidence problems. Where as Anna's insecurity stemmed from the alien word she found herself: Secca's insecurity seems to stem more from the loss of Anna & her guidance.

When I was reading this book I was surprised at how little the land and people had changed over the supposed years - considering the momentous occurrences and the very strong character of Anna, which came through in the earlier works, this leaves one feeling that an opportunity to fully expand on the previous books has been missed. Some of the main characters have changed but they bring nothing particularly new or interesting to the series. I have found that certain writers who produce lengthy series' like David Edding's or J V Jones occasionally allow their earlier works to carry a latter work of a lower calibre, as in this case.

If like me you have enjoyed the previous three books I would recommend buying this new book, as it is still a very enjoyable read. I just hope that Modesitt becomes a bit more creative with his next offering.

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