Series: The Malloreon #3
Author: David Eddings
Publication Date: October 14/89 by Del Rey
Length: 404pgs
Genre: fantasy
Shelf: borrowed
Rating: ★★★★
Book Links: Goodreads – Amazon(US) – Amazon(CA) - B&N - Indigo - Audible
Back Cover Blurb:
Zandramas had stolen King Garion's infant son and fled to use the child in some ritual that would make the Dark Destiny supreme. Garion and his friends had followed, but now they were captives of Zakath, Emperor of Mallorea, who, while friendly, stubbornly refused to let them leave.
Meanwhile, a horde of demons was ravaging the cities through which they must travel. Zandramas was escaping further toward her goal. And the Seeress of Kell revealed that they must be at the anient palace of Ashaba within a matter of days or Zandramas would win by default. Then a horrible, fatal plague struck the city of Mal Zeth. closing it against all traffic in or out.
My Review:
I enjoyed how Eddings lets you get to know each of the separate peoples and cultures of this world. The in depth introduction gives a sense of belonging and completeness to the tale. The variety of different relicions and relicious practices that we encounter was fascinating. The geography and history of this world are fantastically well developed. I feel like I was walking through this world rather than simply reading about it. I enjoy the way that Eddings starts this tale with what came before in a brief history and then continues on with the story. Not only is it done in an entertaining manner, but it also jogged my memory and pulled me deep into this world. I could easily imagine myself right inside the tale.
I enjoy how Garion isn’t infallible. He’s the main character and finds himself muddling through and helping others while also getting help from them. It really humanizes him and shows how young he really is. It makes him a people’s hero. I love how Garion is slowly growing into his position. Each thing he goes through changes him and adds to his wisdom, yet at the core he’s still the same loving boy we met so very long ago. His relationship with Ce’Nedra is defeintiely one of a kind. Of course, I personally can’t get enough of Silk! He is such a fantastic character. Above all, I like the fact that I didn’t actually like all of the characters, but could appreciate all of their purposes in the novel. This varied cast added a sense of realism and variety.
This novel was definitely unforgettable. It’s a creative and exciting adventure as well as an invaluable addition to the series.
Series: The Malloreon #4
Author: David Eddings
Publication Date: October 13/90 by Del Rey
Length: 371pgs
Genre: fantasy
Shelf: borrowed
Rating: ★★★★
Book Links: Goodreads – Amazon(US) – Amazon(CA) - B&N - Indigo - Audible
Back Cover Blurb:
Troubles and delays continued to mount as Garion, Belgarath, Polgara, and the company pursued Zandramas across the known world. Possessed by the Dark Destiny, she had stolen Garion's infant son for a ritual that would destroy all that men valued.
She was always one step ahead, taunting and spying on them, flying over in the form of a great dragon. Her armies, led by a Demon Lord, threatened on one side; on the other were the forces of Emperor Zakath, seeking to capture them.
Somehow, as the Seeress of Kell had warned, they had to be at the Place Which Is No More for the ritual at the same time as Zandramas, or face disaster. But where that might be they still had no clue.
My Review:
The characters were a lot of fun too. I truly enjoyed the time I spent with them. I love how each of them stood out on their own, yet really fit together as a group as well. The well-developed accents for each region really serve to bring this world together while also allowing each person to stand out.
This was a very entertaining tale that has me dying for the conclusion of this high intensity tale.
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