Bonnie U. (bonnieblu) - reviewed on 8/29/2009 + 9 more book reviews

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The Cold Fire Trilogy introduces one of the most facinating antagonists in literature. Gerald Tarrant is brilliant, ruthless, and decadent - he's also over 1000 years old. How then can he elicit compassion and yes, passion from the reader? It's a testament to Friedman's writing that Tarrant is regularly voted one of the sexiest "villians" in literature.

The story itself is a rarity in fantasy. It's premise is totally original. The decendents of humans live on a planet that responds to the mind's darkest drives, resulting in a world that requires its inhabitants to develop a entire society built around taming, or at least, living with this force (the Fae).

If you want a thrilling read set in a unique world and with compelling characters, read this trilogy!

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