I absolutely loved it!

From the moment I laid eyes on it, I was captivated.

The details were exquisite, and every aspect seemed to be carefully crafted.

It had a charm that was simply irresistible.

The way it made me feel was indescribable.

It brought a smile to my face and filled my heart with joy.

I couldn't get enough of it.

Whether it was the colors, the design, or the overall atmosphere, everything about it was perfect.

I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for something special.

It truly is a one-of-a-kind experience that you don't want to miss.

Loved it!

Wow, I truly loathed this.

All the charm that was present in the first novel is entirely absent here. In the first volume, there was a young magician engaged in combat with trolls, a meeting with a magnificent dragon, and a thrilling flight from a deadly wraith. However, in this book, it is nothing but people simply standing around and chatting for a whopping 500 pages.

There are no character arcs to speak of. People's personalities change abruptly and without any warning. The two main characters undergo a complete transformation and acquire entirely different personalities (and rather emo "I'm so dark and powerful now" ones at that) just through a throwaway "4 years later" line.

The state of the war is presented to us in extremely dull expositional dialog. Do we witness a series of exciting battles? No, we are merely informed that "The war goes badly for both of us" and then it is almost forgotten in favor of a "our king is crazy!" plotline that is resolved in about 10 seconds at the end (and in a rather ridiculous manner as well).

One of the main characters is killed off-screen, and hardly anyone seems to care. The person who cared about him the most simply says "oh, that's so sad" and then he is promptly forgotten. I have a sneaking suspicion that Feist had too many things going on and had to cut some plotlines because otherwise, this makes absolutely no sense.

Virtually nothing in the first book holds any significance. The love triangle? It is pointless. The boys' growth into capable warriors/magicians? It is accomplished in an instant. The war? It is an afterthought that is brushed aside with a mere wave of the hand.

In conclusion, I found this book to be a nonsensical and tiresome read that gave the impression that the author was either randomly deciding what happened next or writing himself out of difficult situations by simply ignoring and/or killing off any plotline or character that he didn't know how to handle.

4.5 Stars

I wrapped up book two in a rather quick manner. The first book was indeed good, but this particular one truly held my attention throughout the entire reading experience! It has come as a pleasant surprise to me just how well this series has held up over the years. I find myself eagerly looking forward to continuing this series next month.

I can't wait to see what new adventures and developments await in the upcoming books. The story has been engaging and the characters have been well-developed, making it a truly enjoyable read.

A full review is likely to follow once I have completed the entire series. I'm sure there will be many more aspects to discuss and analyze.

Overall, I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a good book that can keep them hooked from start to finish.

Four years have passed since the siege of Crydree, and the war against the Tsurani continues. The friends follow different paths.

Pug is now a slave of the people of Kelewan. Through him and his new friend Laurie, the author introduces us to the other side of the war. Entering the enemy's territory, we get to know their customs, culture, political games, and hierarchy. Although Pug starts as a slave in the Tsurani world, over time he learns to understand and control his power, which he previously had so much difficulty with. This view that the author transmits to us of the previously unknown people is quite interesting.

Tomas is now a great warrior and is followed by the dwarf people as a captain. However, he has an internal struggle because with the artifact given by the dragon, great powers from very ancient times come, and the Elves (one of the oldest beings in the world) do not want to remember. But by winning his struggle, Tomas has an important role to play in the war against the Tsurani.

Unlike the previous book, Feist gives importance to Arutha from the beginning of the book. Arutha continues to try to keep Crydree safe from the Tsurani. However, he needs the help of the Kingdom and tries to ask for it from the prince of Krondor. But when he arrives in the city, he discovers that the Kingdom is on the verge of a civil war, and that it must be avoided at all costs. At the same time, the King of Midkemia believes that the nobles of Crydree are against him and want to remove him from the throne. Arutha has a long journey, from the beginning of the war until its end, where we can see the growth of the character. He becomes a man of strong convictions and with all the weight on his shoulders to take care of Crydree during his father and brother's stay at the front of the battle, only demonstrating the good governor he can become.

Unlike the first book, this one caught my attention from the beginning. The author continues to keep us in suspense regarding the story and its characters, making it difficult to stop reading. I was eager to know what had happened to Pug and Arutha, as they were my favorite characters. There are several events that the reader does not expect, and there are still answers to the previous book. It still leaves us a lot to uncover in the next books, maintaining all the mystery around the wizard Macros.

If the first book was considered excellent, this one is even better and exceeded my expectations.

This book truly made the events come to life.

The first book was mainly written to describe the lives and actions of Pug and Tomas, and also to establish the universe to some extent. So, it didn't have a very captivating side. That is, generally I liked it of course, but with this book, not only did we get to learn about the experiences on the other side of the Rift, but also the situations that our characters were in were very extraordinary. And the Tsurani society was also described very beautifully, making me feel like Asian societies. In short, I really liked the Riftwar Saga.

Yes, today's fantastic literature has gone beyond this series and its kind, but of course, nothing takes away from the extraordinariness of these Riftwar books.

An excellent follow-up to Magician: Apprentice, Feist's world truly begins to shine.

It showcases captivating court politics, remarkable character development, and a beautiful world populated by unique characters.

However, the most significant issue lies in the pace of the plot.

When I initially embarked on this series, I had the impression that it would be a slow-paced one, gradually fleshing out the characters and the world.

Nevertheless, there are numerous time jumps, and problems are both raised and resolved within single chapters.

This, at times, makes it feel overly fast-paced and challenging to keep up with.

Otherwise, it is an outstanding read!

Despite the pacing issue, the engaging story, well-developed characters, and richly detailed world make it a worthwhile addition to any fantasy lover's collection.

The court politics add an extra layer of intrigue, while the character development allows readers to form deep connections with the protagonists.

Overall, it is a great book that, with a few adjustments to the pacing, could have been even better.

The second part of this story is truly better than the first.

The world building is more complex and detailed than I initially anticipated.

It has drawn me in and made me eager to explore more of this fictional universe.

The characters are well-developed and their interactions add depth to the story.

I can't wait to see how the plot unfolds in the next installment of the series.

The author has done a great job of creating a captivating and engaging world that keeps me coming back for more.

I will definitely continue reading this series and look forward to seeing what else the author has in store for us.

Overall, I'm very impressed with this second part and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good adventure in a richly imagined world.

It has been four long years since Pug was enslaved and brutally thrust into the strange world of the Tsurani. During this time, he has endured countless hardships and challenges.

When he is unexpectedly chosen by their powerful magicians, known as the great ones, Pug decides to adopt a new name. This marks a significant turning point in his life, as he begins to develop powers and abilities that make him a force to be reckoned with.

Now, Pug faces a crucial question: Can he somehow find a way to return home and stop the impending Riftwar before it's too late and causes widespread destruction? The fate of both his home world and the Tsurani world hangs in the balance.

This installment of the Riftwar saga is truly a great one. It is filled with non-stop action, mind-blowing magic, and captivating storylines that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

If you have a passion for fantasy stories that transport you to otherworldly realms and are filled with adventure and excitement, then be sure to check out this book at your local library or wherever books and ebooks are sold. You won't be disappointed!

I'm really on the fence with this one.

I truly enjoyed "The Apprentice", and because I was eager to know the rest of the story, I delved directly into this one. However, the characters seemed to lose some of their appeal in this installment.

The little strife they had was resolved too easily for my liking. Pug and Tomas both had fascinating adventures in "The Apprentice", but then they got kind of boring midway through "Master" and remained that way.

The ending was wrapped up nicely, providing the reader with a nice "out" if one feels as I do. As for me, I'll give it a while.

I'm not sure if it's because it's old fantasy and I'm now preferring the newer style of writing, but I think that could have something to do with it. Maybe I need to read more of this author's works to really make up my mind.

Or perhaps I should try some other old fantasy novels to see if my perception changes. Only time will tell.

3.5 stars.

Overall, I did enjoy the book and it never felt like a chore to pick it up and continue reading. However, at a certain point,大概 around the halfway mark of the book, it started to become a bit dull. The story seemed to be overly stretched out, and the plot became rather predictable.

Another aspect that really bothered me was the portrayal of the women characters. They were extremely one-dimensional, only able to talk about feelings and fashion. There was one exception, who was described as 'cute' for being feisty and having a desire to learn to fight (although I'm not entirely sure if that was in the first book). But unfortunately, this didn't amount to anything. She never actually engaged in a real war.

Based on these issues, I have decided that I won't be reading the third book in this series. Instead, I will give 'Daughter of the Empire' a try and see if it can offer a more engaging and satisfying reading experience.

Though I completed the book many days ago and have been procrastinating in writing a better review, I found that I liked this book more than the first one. Pug has now become a master magician.

However, the chapter in the book that intrigued me the most was the one that delved into the history of this world. When I first read it, I thought the writer might have been in an altered state while penning it. After all, he was imagining so many things, and some of them seemed a bit irrelevant to me at that time. But as I continued reading, suddenly I felt the urge to go back and reread that portion. And this time, I thought, "Yup, of course he was high, but he never lost his sensibility. Instead, his imaginations could reach an awesome level."

I am now eagerly waiting to read the next book in the series. It's like a cliffhanger that keeps pulling me in, making me curious to see what adventures and revelations lie ahead for Pug and the other characters in this fascinating world. I can't wait to explore more of this fictional universe and see how the story unfolds.

After a more or less interesting rewrite of The Lord of the Rings, I had high expectations for the second book. I was hoping it would be a breakthrough, something that would take the story to new heights and captivate me even more. Alas, my hopes were dashed. It turned out to be a huge disappointment.

The editing of the second book was simply terrible. It seemed as if no one had bothered to properly proofread or polish the text. There were numerous errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, which constantly pulled me out of the story. The pacing was also off, with some sections dragging on for far too long while others felt rushed and underdeveloped.

Overall, the terrible editing completely ruined what could have been a great book. It's a shame that such a promising concept was let down by such sloppy work. I can only hope that the authors and publishers will take more care with future installments and ensure that the editing is up to par.