Alisa C. (wintermask) reviewed on 11/20/2011 + 22 more book reviews

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This is the final book in Hambly's "Time of the Dark" series. I read this series, oh, about 20, 25 years ago for the first time. I always remembered it, which is kind of unusual, given the speed and voracity with which I read. I found two sequels, "Icefalcon's Quest" and "Mother of Winter," which reminded me of the original trilogy. I am so glad that I found & re-read them. This trilogy is not as formulaic as the Sun Wolf & Starhawk books (though I mostly enjoyed them, too). The characters are vivid and individual, with both virtues and faults that make them realistic and sympathetic. The basic story is a twist on the "ultimate enemy of humanity" scenario. The story also benefits from Hambly's extensive historical research, as she adds grounding details that give her world & time color and life. Her pacing is generally fast enough to support intense situations & to hold interest, yet she makes time for the intimate scenes that humanize the protagonists and the plot.

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