Written by Edward Lazellari, this novel picks up were Awakenings left off; our heroes of Aandor now all have their memories back, those that survived, and we have an expanded cast of characters.
This is definitely a book of growth for the characters, and I think this paints a better picture of just how different the entire groups lives have been. We get to meet far more characters in the first, and get to see real growth in our wizard, prince, and get to see the struggle of having to choose between loyalties.
I stand by that this is a very decent selection for fans of high fantasy or urban fantasy. Quick wit and terribly dark, this is a nitty-gritty read that was a page turner for me.
The writing is smooth and flowing and reads as if the first book and this one should have been one book (hint, hint). The other great thing is that the title does describe the shift in focus. Cal and gang are still very important, however we are getting a lot more of Daniel and who he is. And his experiences. And, you know, other spoiler reasons why it is a fitting title.
Who won’t like this novel? Those who are easily offended, who don’t like blood and other bodily fluid references, and those who don’t like long, drawn out adventures and mysteries.
