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A review by jeremyfee
Song of Echoes by R.E. Palmer
5.0
The author sent me a free e-book copy of this novel to read, but this review is my honest opinion.
I love reading epic fantasy and this book certainly delivered. The cover speaks so much to that quality, with the huge mountains and grand scope presented there. The mountains actually played heavily into the plot. My favorite aspect of this story was the atmosphere of intrigue. As a reader, that's what really hooks me and keeps me excited about reading a story. There was a lingering mystery about events of the past, the magic, the enemy, and even from the leader of the side represented in the novel.
I enjoyed how the point of view focused on two main characters: Toryn and Elodi. Toryn started out as a young man who was a wannabe soldier, only to have him find out he had a mysterious origin. He ended up on an unexpected journey filled with lessons about the harshness of war. With the wise retired soldier Hamar at his side, it was especially fascinating. Elodi was a young lady gaining experience in politics as a community leader. She had to learn the difficulties involved with the court, spies, loyalties, etc.
Readers of fantasy and coming of age stories, especially epic fantasy and war stories should love this novel. I'm glad I read it and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series when it comes out.
I love reading epic fantasy and this book certainly delivered. The cover speaks so much to that quality, with the huge mountains and grand scope presented there. The mountains actually played heavily into the plot. My favorite aspect of this story was the atmosphere of intrigue. As a reader, that's what really hooks me and keeps me excited about reading a story. There was a lingering mystery about events of the past, the magic, the enemy, and even from the leader of the side represented in the novel.
I enjoyed how the point of view focused on two main characters: Toryn and Elodi. Toryn started out as a young man who was a wannabe soldier, only to have him find out he had a mysterious origin. He ended up on an unexpected journey filled with lessons about the harshness of war. With the wise retired soldier Hamar at his side, it was especially fascinating. Elodi was a young lady gaining experience in politics as a community leader. She had to learn the difficulties involved with the court, spies, loyalties, etc.
Readers of fantasy and coming of age stories, especially epic fantasy and war stories should love this novel. I'm glad I read it and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series when it comes out.