Mystic and Rider (Twelve Houses, Bk. 1)
Author:
Genres: Literature & Fiction, Science Fiction & Fantasy
Book Type: Hardcover
Author:
Genres: Literature & Fiction, Science Fiction & Fantasy
Book Type: Hardcover
Great writing, tight plot & pacing...as EXPECTED from the fabulous Sharon Shinn. I love Shinn because, unlike many MANY writers, I'm never distracted from the story by poor pace or bad writing. When I pick up her books I know that, even if its not what I'm expecting, or its a genre that's isn't usually a favorite - it will still be terrific! She never lets me down! Now, how many authors can you say that about??
I look forward to the next books in this series. Senneth is a strong female protagonist who doesn't need saving, but also has vulnerabilities and "real" characteristics...complemented by a strong but not overbearing male protagonist. A fully realized and fascinating world. This is not a romance - more a fantasy adventure - but there is a romantic subplot that is unforced and genuine. Its a real pet peeve with me when you can't imagine what compelled two characters to suddenly find themselves in rapturous love.
Also, there always seems to be a bit of a twist or unexpected depth to her stories...they are always an easy read, but never light or "fluffy".
If you like the Marion Zimmer Bradley books (my fave the Women of Isis) as well as her Anthologies (Sword and Sorceress), or you've enjoyed authors like Anne Bishop (Dark Jewels series, Pillars of the World series) and Jennifer Roberson (Sword Dancer series, Chronicles of the Cheysuli/Shapechangers series)...Sharon Shinn will be a new favorite.
I highly recommend anything by this author...and if you don't like one book by her - try another in a different series. She's an unusual writer in that all of her books don't contain the same stories or themes (for example, all the vamp/werewolf/fairy subculture novels our right now...where the author has one series in each subcategory, but they're really all pretty similar)...and there are a few unique stand-alone titles that don't fit well into any one particular genre.
I look forward to the next books in this series. Senneth is a strong female protagonist who doesn't need saving, but also has vulnerabilities and "real" characteristics...complemented by a strong but not overbearing male protagonist. A fully realized and fascinating world. This is not a romance - more a fantasy adventure - but there is a romantic subplot that is unforced and genuine. Its a real pet peeve with me when you can't imagine what compelled two characters to suddenly find themselves in rapturous love.
Also, there always seems to be a bit of a twist or unexpected depth to her stories...they are always an easy read, but never light or "fluffy".
If you like the Marion Zimmer Bradley books (my fave the Women of Isis) as well as her Anthologies (Sword and Sorceress), or you've enjoyed authors like Anne Bishop (Dark Jewels series, Pillars of the World series) and Jennifer Roberson (Sword Dancer series, Chronicles of the Cheysuli/Shapechangers series)...Sharon Shinn will be a new favorite.
I highly recommend anything by this author...and if you don't like one book by her - try another in a different series. She's an unusual writer in that all of her books don't contain the same stories or themes (for example, all the vamp/werewolf/fairy subculture novels our right now...where the author has one series in each subcategory, but they're really all pretty similar)...and there are a few unique stand-alone titles that don't fit well into any one particular genre.
Back to all reviews by this member
Back to all reviews of this book
Back to Book Reviews
Back to Book Details
Back to all reviews of this book
Back to Book Reviews
Back to Book Details
