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rhodamack09 's review for:
Darien
by Conn Iggulden
This review was originally posted on StrupagIn the past I've very much enjoyed Conn Iggulden's works of historical fiction - his Emperor series being one that really captivated me. So upon hearing that Iggulden would be releasing his first work of fantasy, Darien, (under the name C.F. Iggulden) I knew I had to read it!
Darien is the city around which most of this novel revolves. Headed by a King and twelve families, Darien is a city of power, where those that crave it use whatever means to attain or retain it.
I'm not going to go into the detail of this novel; the synopsis above tells you all I think you need to know. What I will say is that we are introduced to some very interesting characters in this book, each of whom have their own stories, skills and motivations. Although there are many characters in this novel, Iggulden (in my opinion) does them all justice. I always admire this skill in a writer - the ability to introduce depth of character in many characters without overwhelming the reader.
I really enjoyed how the author has drawn upon his great historical knowledge to help to build this world, add the details and merge fact with fantasy.
I became thoroughly swept up in the story, remembering just how much I've always enjoyed Iggulden's writing. As for the fantasy aspect? Well, I love it! It's hard to describe fantasy as realistic but the building of the world and the characters, if not the magic element itself, make it so.
In short - I'm eager for book two!
Darien is the city around which most of this novel revolves. Headed by a King and twelve families, Darien is a city of power, where those that crave it use whatever means to attain or retain it.
I'm not going to go into the detail of this novel; the synopsis above tells you all I think you need to know. What I will say is that we are introduced to some very interesting characters in this book, each of whom have their own stories, skills and motivations. Although there are many characters in this novel, Iggulden (in my opinion) does them all justice. I always admire this skill in a writer - the ability to introduce depth of character in many characters without overwhelming the reader.
I really enjoyed how the author has drawn upon his great historical knowledge to help to build this world, add the details and merge fact with fantasy.
I became thoroughly swept up in the story, remembering just how much I've always enjoyed Iggulden's writing. As for the fantasy aspect? Well, I love it! It's hard to describe fantasy as realistic but the building of the world and the characters, if not the magic element itself, make it so.
In short - I'm eager for book two!