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A review by ebdawson
Child of the Kaites (The Firstborn's Legacy, #1) by Beth Wangler
5.0
Beth Wangler truly shows the breadth of her talent with this short story. Relayed from the point of view of the antagonist and enemy of the characters we have come to love (Rai and Savi), Catam Chieftain is the story of a man bound in pride, lies, and darkness. Raised in a culture that despises weakness, glorifies battle, and worships demons, Catam is threatened by everything the Maraians stand for. His pride cannot allow him to accept the truth, even when he is confronted with it head on.
I love that Wangler tackled this story and all the challenges it presents. All the difficult subtleties are handled with wisdom and taste. I can't help feeling compassion for Catam and his determination to reject the truth makes me sad. But this is perhaps the aspect that rings most true about the story.
I love that Wangler tackled this story and all the challenges it presents. All the difficult subtleties are handled with wisdom and taste. I can't help feeling compassion for Catam and his determination to reject the truth makes me sad. But this is perhaps the aspect that rings most true about the story.