I don't know what happened here. The prose and narrative are crisp, Hanover uses none of my pet word peeves. The characters are likeable, the plot is well-structured, and I like the premise.So why did it take me three months to read this? I had no trouble putting it down during a fight scene, and it would take me days to remember I hadn't finished the book yet.It's not a bad book at all. It just didn't' t click with me. M.L.N. Hanover is one of several pen-names of Daniel Abraham. Under this name he writes "urban fantasy". I don't read a tonne of books in the genre but from what I have read I would consider this above average - though not as good as the Dresden Files.The story is fairly straightforward - I consider it to be a fun, light read rather than anything mind-blowing or thought-provoking. The protagonist is a reasonably interesting character; most of the secondary characters are only broadly sketched out in this installment.Overall I'd recommend this for fans of urban fantasy or those looking for a light read.
Really enjoyed this book, have got a few ideas on things that can come out in the next few books :)
—natgreenbug
I liked all of the characters. Midian and Chogyi Jake especially. I can't wait to keep reading.
—dreah
Great book! Interesting all the way to the end- ordering the rest of the series ASAP!
—Ness
it is so over but i really enjoyed reading ..
—lucky
Thumbs up
—hanna
