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Review Date: 1/2/2012
I thoroughly enjoyed this debut novel by Mike Kalmbach. The plot is well developed and interesting with some nice twists throughout. There is enough magic for fans of fantasy, but the story is focused on the mystery and suspense, so is great for fans of other genres as well. I loved how well-rounded Mendell, the main character, became as the story progressed and he grappled with situations that are not as black and white as they first appeared. I look forward to the next book by Mr. Kalmbach!
Review Date: 2/29/2012
Helpful Score: 3
This is the first of the Falco books I've read, so I might have missed something in the first book that detracted from my enjoyment of this one. But, I found the plot, while interesting, a bit drawn out and overly complicated with events that weren't truly needed. The story seems to be less about the actual mystery and more a soap opera type account of his life. And I had a hard time rooting for Falco, the main character. He's cynical, crass, self-centered, and has very low self esteem. Perhaps that appeals to some, but I found it hard to get into. Overall, it was an ok book, but a bit lackluster.
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