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The first book in Kritzer's new Dead Rivers trilogy is set in a fantasy version of ancient Earth, where the vanquished Greek Empire has risen again to ruthless power with the aid of the witch-like Sisterhood of Weavers and their captive djinni. When the mysterious and possibly murderous Alashi threaten the Sisterhood, 20-year-old Lauria, chief slave-catcher to Greek commander Kyros, is sent to infiltrate the nomadic rebels by posing as a slave escaped from another commander's harem. Though the subservient role chaffs the proud young lieutenant, Lauria gradually finds herself questioning not her enemies, but her alleged allies and her own false freedom. Sword and sorcery enthusiasts will find plenty of physical and magical action here. Unfortunately, the plot is conventional, and Kritzer fails to provide a convincing connection between her ancient faux Earth and the present-day world. Although this is a competent fantasy yarn, it may fall short of some readers' expectations, particularly fans of Kritzer's earlier, more inventive works (Fires of the Faithful, etc.).
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Praise for Fires of the Faithful:
"This far-from-typical fantasy from first-time author Kritzer is like chocolate cake: instant addiction...With habit-forming books like this, you can't read just one."
-- Publishers Weekly
"Entertaining."
-- Booklist
"Subtly brilliant from start to finish."
-- Locus
"Exceedingly well done. I couldn't put it down."
-- Katherine Kurtz
Praise for Turning the Storm:
"Mesmerizing...With panache and dexterity, Ms. Kritzer weaves complex plot threads and feisty characters into a tight story of political and social intrigue. Nebulous loyalties create fluid allegiances that contribute to the Machiavellian quality of the story."
-- Romantic Times (four stars)
"This series is a very promising debut, and I hope to see much more from this writer."
-- Philadephia Press/Review
Library : Fantasy
Universes : Dead Rivers [01]
Formats : EPUB
ISBN : 9780553586732
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