Lord of the Isles (Bookcassette(r) Edition)

Rating:
Summary: Good read!
Review: While perhaps not "great," I thought this was a good first book in a fantasy series. Despite what others here say, I found the main characters likable and I cared about them. In general, the writing seemed well done, with the structure and descriptions well crafted and the style refreshingly direct. I admit the heroes seem a bit old-fashioned in that they actually do things, rather than sitting around whining or wrestling internal demons. I suspect I found this especially endearing after wading through so much of the glacial Wheel of Time series by Jordan. The plot moved forward quickly and was full of some surprises. I would have liked more background information on the world Drake has created here, and the ultimate goal of the story is illusive. Still, this works for me because I find myself identifying more with the main characters as they try to fathom what is happening to them. Looking forward to the sequels.

Rating:
Summary: Good read!
Review: While perhaps not "great," I thought this was a good first book in a fantasy series. Despite what others here say, I found the main characters likable and I cared about them. In general, the writing seemed well done, with the structure and descriptions well crafted and the style refreshingly direct. I admit the heroes seem a bit old-fashioned in that they actually do things, rather than sitting around whining or wrestling internal demons. I suspect I found this especially endearing after wading through so much of the glacial Wheel of Time series by Jordan. The plot moved forward quickly and was full of some surprises. I would have liked more background information on the world Drake has created here, and the ultimate goal of the story is illusive. Still, this works for me because I find myself identifying more with the main characters as they try to fathom what is happening to them. Looking forward to the sequels.