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A review by william_gwynne
Stormrider by David Gemmell
5.0
Just finished the last book in the Rigante series. And yet again I love another of David Gemmell’s books.
Stormrider takes place a few years after the ending of Ravenheart, and shares many of the same characters, but also has some new major additions. One being the main antagonist, Winter Kay.
Civil war has occurred with the Varlish and many people from Ravenheart such as Gaise Macon have been drawn into the turmoil. The war seems to be coming to a close, but no one knows what will happen next.
Winter Kay occupies a powerful ancient relic and is preparing to release its full power upon the world. But there is much he has to do to reach his goal, and he will be opposed at every corner.
As destruction and death ensues in the south, the Rigante have been recovering from conflict with the Varlish and still battle to regain their homeland and their traditions. Kaelin Ring has become a prominent figure among the clansmen and has tried to prepare the Rigante warriors for the battle he believes is inevitable to be fought with the dread Moidart and his brutal armies.
The plot and characters were brilliant, as I now expect every time I read one of David Gemmell’s creations. I have sadly read the entire series now, so I need to find another book of David Gemmell’s to dive into.
Overall, loved this book and the entire series. I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys three dimensional characters, epic scale battles and a fight of good vs evil.
Stormrider takes place a few years after the ending of Ravenheart, and shares many of the same characters, but also has some new major additions. One being the main antagonist, Winter Kay.
Civil war has occurred with the Varlish and many people from Ravenheart such as Gaise Macon have been drawn into the turmoil. The war seems to be coming to a close, but no one knows what will happen next.
Winter Kay occupies a powerful ancient relic and is preparing to release its full power upon the world. But there is much he has to do to reach his goal, and he will be opposed at every corner.
As destruction and death ensues in the south, the Rigante have been recovering from conflict with the Varlish and still battle to regain their homeland and their traditions. Kaelin Ring has become a prominent figure among the clansmen and has tried to prepare the Rigante warriors for the battle he believes is inevitable to be fought with the dread Moidart and his brutal armies.
The plot and characters were brilliant, as I now expect every time I read one of David Gemmell’s creations. I have sadly read the entire series now, so I need to find another book of David Gemmell’s to dive into.
Overall, loved this book and the entire series. I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys three dimensional characters, epic scale battles and a fight of good vs evil.