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Legends of the Riftwar #1

Honored Enemy

raymond e. feist william r. forstchen

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New York Times Bestselling Author In the frozen Northlands of Midkemia, Captain Dennis Hartraft’s Marauders have just had a disastrous encounter with their sworn enemy, the Tsurani. Wounded and disheartened, the Mauraders set out for the shelter of a frontier garrison. They don’t know that a Tsurani patrol is sent to support an assault on that same garrison. Arriving simultaneously, the Marauders and Tsurani find the outpost already overrun by a dark enemy whose ferocity is legendary in Midkemia. In order to survive, the foes must band together and fight as one. As they make their way across the inhospitable climate, the two batallions struggle not only with the elements and their enemy, but also their consciences. Can their hatred for their mutual enemy overcome their distrust of each other? And, with both sides carrying painful scars from past wars, what is more one’s life or one’s honor?

323 pages, Paperback

First published January 1,2001
Series
Legends of the Riftwar

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Format
323 pages, Paperback
Published
June 27, 2006 by Harper Voyager
ISBN
9780060792831
ASIN
0060792833
Language
English

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raymond e. feist

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Raymond E. Feist was born Raymond E. Gonzales III, but took his adoptive step-father's surname when his mother remarried Felix E. Feist. He graduated with a B.A. in Communication Arts with Honors in 1977 from the University of California at San Diego. During that year Feist had some ideas for a novel about a boy who would be a magician. He wrote the novel two years later, and it was published in 1982 by Doubleday. Feist currently lives in San Diego with his children, where he collects fine wine, DVDs, and books on a variety of topics of personal interest: wine, biographies, history, and, especially, the history of American Professional Football.

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unablegoblin
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July 15,2025
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I tend to only review one book per series, unless I want to change my scoring by 0.50 or more of a star. I also tend not to read reviews until after I read a book, so I can go in with an open mind.


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First time read the author's work?: No


Will you be reading more?: Yes


Would you recommend?: Yes


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How I rate Stars: 5* means I loved the book and must read all I can find by the author. 4* indicates that I really enjoyed it and got to read all the series and try other books by the author. 3* means I enjoyed the book and will continue to read the series. It could also mean that it was a good book just not my thing, maybe I realised I don't like the genre or picked up a kids book to review in error. All of the above scores mean I would recommend them!


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2* means it was okay and I might give the next book in the series a try, to see if that was better in my humble opinion. 1* means I disliked the book.


Note: I am adding these basic 'reviews' after finding out that some people see the stars differently than I do, hoping this clarifies how I feel about the book. :-)

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dgsahil
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July 15,2025
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I have read this book at least six times.

It has truly been one of my all-time favorites for over a decade.

Each time I pick it up, I discover something new and wonderful within its pages.

The story is so captivating that it draws me in from the very first sentence and keeps me hooked until the very end.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy for me to invest my emotions in their journey.

The writing style is beautiful and engaging, flowing smoothly and painting vivid pictures in my mind.

This book has had a profound impact on me and has become a source of inspiration and comfort.

I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good story and wants to embark on a memorable literary adventure.
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32bunbun
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July 15,2025
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Raymond E. Feist is renowned for the saga of Kelewan and Midkemia. "The Honored Enemy" is the first book of the trilogy; the legends of the Riftwar.

In this book, a group of Midkemians and Tsurani are forced to collaborate against a third party: the Moredhel. Throughout the book, Midkemian Dennis and Tsurani Asayage are compelled to have their men work together. This doesn't always go smoothly due to the different mentalities and ways of dealing with certain matters. Yet, gradually, distrust gives way to trust.

The book is set entirely in a period of the year when it is snowy and windy. The characters are extremely diverse.

Dennis, the leader of the raiders, is a tough man who still lingers in the past in his thoughts. Asayage, the leader of the Tsurani, is a clever person who quickly realizes that if he wants to survive, not everything can be done according to the grand scheme on his homeworld of Kelewan. Tinuva, a moredhel who has returned to the elves, is actually the brother of the moredhel chieftain Bovai. Gregory, the man who views everything from a calm perspective.

The plot of the book ensures that there is always something happening, and the tension remains consistent throughout the entire book. How the cooperation of the two groups ends is not unexpected, but this doesn't matter.

Conclusion: Once again, a good book in the saga of Kelewan and Midkemia.
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The original article is not provided. Please share the article you want me to rewrite and expand so that I can assist you further.
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opernlied
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July 15,2025
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3 stars with an average of 7/10

My rating system:

1 star: 1.0 - 2.9/10

2 stars: 3.0 - 5.4/10

3 stars: 5.5 - 7.0/10

4 stars: 7.1 - 9.0/10

5 stars: 9.1 - 10/10

Rating based on plot, characters, and writing (2x)

Characters: 7/10

The dynamics between Asayaga and Dennis were truly great. It was fascinating to witness the development of their friendship, which started as an enmity and evolved into something more. The banter between them was both entertaining and engaging. However, when considering the characters individually, they didn't quite reach the level of quality that I've come to expect from Feist in the Riftwar Cycle. At least, not based on what I've read so far.

Plot: 7/10

The story was enjoyable, but it wasn't entirely original. I had a sense of déjà vu while reading it. Nevertheless, I did appreciate the character development, especially the back story of Tinuva. It added depth and complexity to the character.

Writing:7/10

The writing didn't strike me as being extremely special. It was solid enough, but it didn't have that certain je ne sais quoi that would have made it stand out.

General enjoyment: 6.8/10

The biggest drawback for me was that it took quite a while to get into the story. This is something I haven't really experienced with other Riftwar books. I suspect that the co-authoring of this book might have had something to do with it. Overall, it was an okay read, but it didn't quite live up to my expectations.
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Mellolicious
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July 15,2025
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An enjoyable side story in the Riftwar series offers a captivating diversion. It skillfully spins off from the main plotlines, yet doesn't significantly impact them. Instead, it presents a tense little military adventure set against the backdrop of a larger war. In this thrilling scenario, two sides, who may have had their differences initially, are forced to make common cause. They must unite and fight against a third adversary that opposes both of them. This side story adds depth and excitement to the overall Riftwar series, allowing readers to explore different aspects of the war and the complex relationships between the various factions. It provides a unique perspective and keeps the readers engaged with its fast-paced action and intriguing plot twists.

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ketaminez
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July 15,2025
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Quite a standard trope these days, enemies becoming friends while fighting an even worse enemy.

This concept has been used so often that it almost feels like a cliché. However, in some cases, it can still make for a nice story.

In this particular instance, while it is a nice story on its own, it doesn't really add anything significant to the ongoing plot of the riftwar cycle.

The riftwar cycle seems to have its own momentum and direction, and this particular storyline feels a bit out of place.

When I finally finish the riftwar cycle and ever go about rereading it, this book will likely get skipped.

I may be more interested in focusing on the main plot points and characters that drive the overall narrative forward.

While the idea of enemies becoming friends can be engaging, it just doesn't seem to fit well within the context of this particular series.

Perhaps in a different setting or with a different set of characters, it would have had more impact.

But as it stands, it feels like a detour rather than an essential part of the story.

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