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Book Review of Wit'ch Fire (Banned & the Banished)

Wit'ch Fire (Banned & the Banished)
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'The Fellowship of the Ring' + a dab of 'The Briar King' = Wit'ch Fire, and I don't mean that in a good way. While there are a few original and impressive monsters, there are other characters, and even scenes, that seem like direct Tolkien rip-offs. Add to that the occasional odd narrative choice -- like a flashback in the middle of a battle scene -- and you have something of a disappointment.

That said, this first book in the series was largely a set up for the larger conflict; as such, I'm allowing that subsequent plot lines in the sequel(s) might be more unique, as 'Wit'ch Fire' did show that much promise at least. That, however, remains to be seen... maybe.