Jimmy the Hand by raymond e. feist

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

The continuing saga of the riftwar unfolds, a captivating tale co-written by S.M. Sterling.

Feist, the mastermind behind this story, had a specific vision. He desired to take a look back at an earlier stage in Jimmy's character, before the passage of time and the accumulation of experiences had significantly altered his persona.

This plot is rich with adventure and danger, filled with historical details and a unique flavor that adds authenticity to a story that is both tinged with magic and fantasy yet feels so real in many aspects.

It's a story that will draw readers in and keep them on the edge of their seats, eager to discover what lies ahead in the ongoing riftwar.

With a sex rating of 2/5, it offers just the right amount of intrigue and excitement in that regard as well.

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Krankastel

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

Well written, fast-paced and individual characters.

I am not a die-hard Feist fan. However, after a break, I've read a couple of his recent works that I quite liked. And Sterling has been one of my favorite authors for a while.

The 'bad guys' in this story are somewhat generic, but not overly bad. The main characters, on the other hand, are very well developed.

It is a Riftworld book, yet it can definitely be read as a standalone. Although I would have much preferred a more conclusive ending rather than the 'riding off into new adventures' type of ending it has.

I'm not sure if I would go out of my way to buy more books in this particular series. But I did like it enough to check if my library system has more available.

It's not a book that I would take to a desert island, but it's also one that I definitely did not put down willingly.

Overall, it's an enjoyable read that has its strengths and weaknesses, but still manages to keep the reader engaged.

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green_jp

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

I so desperately want to give this a 5, as I loved it that much. However, there are a couple of minor niggles that make it hard to do so. But, I will explain those later.

First of all, it seems that I am either biased or perhaps unbiased. The fact is that I haven't read the main series yet. My introduction to Raymond E. Feist has been through the Legends series. So, I don't have the familiarity with characters like Jimmy the Hand, whom others have seen later on in his life in other books.

But, for me, it wasn't a bad place to start. There are no spoilers of what's to come. And I did absolutely love both the story and the writing. It took me about 10 pages to get into it properly. But once I did, I felt like the story flowed smoothly.

Now, for the negative side of things. Firstly, the description on the back cover doesn't seem accurate at all. Normally, when I read a book, there's a certain point where there's an "aha!" moment when the description comes to life within the story. In this book, that never happened. For one thing, Sarth isn't mentioned at all. In fact, he headed in entirely the opposite direction! With Sarth in mind as I read it, looking out for that as a reference and it not coming, it was rather odd.

The only other thing that really annoyed me was in a couple of places where references and descriptions seemed vague. They were too vague to completely follow or understand without rereading that part and having a fuller explanation later on. It is written with plenty of information for those who haven't read the main series, so that's not what I'm referring to. I'm referring to minor "plot holes" I guess, but not even that drastic as everything was explained in the end. There were just a few "huh?" places where I didn't really understand what was going on.

The latter is a relatively minor niggle compared to the former. And I guess it might be one of the down sides of how he chose to write his collaborative books. The former is just... Totally wrong. Getting a place name wrong like that just doesn't make sense at all.

Anyway, all that aside, there were a couple of really comical moments that left me in stitches as much as the characters seemed to be. Like with the guards and the pinecones...! But overall, the story, for me, worked really well and I found myself not wanting to put it down!

I can't wait to get on and read the series that it's all based on!

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Beersathought

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

A truly great story that neatly picks up right where Jimmy was left during the events of Magician. It's a story that is incredibly easy to read and thoroughly enjoy. Not only does it provide you with more details about how Jimmy's life was transformed by Arutha and Anita after their very first meeting, but it also offers a unique perspective. Set during the Riftwars, this story has almost no direct connection to the Tsurani and the war itself. Instead, it vividly shows how life in the Kingdom carried on. It's yet another brilliant book from a truly great author. The way the author weaves the tale, bringing to life the characters and the setting, makes it a captivating read from start to finish. Whether you're a fan of the previous works or new to the series, this story is sure to draw you in and keep you engaged.

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DaKua

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

I gave this 4 stars mainly because I have a great affection for Jimmy the Hand. I consider him to be one of the most charming characters in the Riftwar, on a par with Prince Arutha. So, for anyone who wants to know more about him, just like me, even if it's just a footnote, it's no wonder that I really liked this book.

Regarding the writing style, after getting used to reading sagas that span several books, I find the prose in this one to be rather concise. However, considering the limitations, the attempt to develop a plot that won't significantly alter the already established future in the Riftwar Saga has been quite successful.

The story manages to capture the essence of the characters and the world of the Riftwar, while also presenting a new and interesting plotline. It's a quick and enjoyable read for fans of the series, and it offers a nice addition to the overall Riftwar mythology.

Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of the Riftwar Saga or enjoys reading about heroic adventures and complex characters. It may not be the most elaborate or detailed installment in the series, but it still has its own charm and appeal.

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lunarsensitive

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This book was not written by Raymond E. Feist. In itself, that is not a problem.

However, I found the story to be rather superficial, lacking the depth, complexity, and vivid descriptions that I am simply accustomed to from Feist.

The books of Feist are suitable for teenagers, young adults, and adults alike. But this book seems to me to be more limited to teenagers and young adults.

Perhaps if the author had delved deeper into the characters and their motives, the story would have had more substance.

As it stands, it feels like a light read that doesn't offer much in the way of intellectual stimulation or emotional engagement.

Nevertheless, it may still have some appeal for those who are new to the genre or who are looking for a quick and easy read.

Overall, while this book may not be up to the standards of Raymond E. Feist, it may still have its place in the world of literature.

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Ren_bird

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

Robbie de hand is the third book in the Legends of the Riftwar series.

Robbie is a character who appears in quite a few books by Raymond E. Feist.

In this book, Robbie has a tough time after what happened in Krondor with Arutha and Anitta. Due to an act of disobedience towards an upright man, Robbie is advised to leave Krondor until things calm down a bit.

Together with Flora, Robbie departs for Nes, where, despite his will, he finds himself back in an adventure that will require all his wits and inventiveness. Along with Jarvis Coe, he engages in a struggle to bring everything to a good end.

Will he be able to return to Krondor after this adventure or not?

Robbie de hand is a character who shines in cleverness and inventiveness to manipulate a situation to his advantage or obtain the best information. This is no different in this book. Although he is sometimes amazed by his own abilities or way of acting. His character is further developed in this book and plays almost the main role, but the rest of the characters are not forgotten.

They too are developed into interesting figures with their own ways of thinking and acting. The action is interspersed with some calmer periods, but this does not disrupt the flow. Sometimes there is a bit of humor in the conversations.

The further into the book, the more we learn about the well-structured plot. Events are told at the beginning for which we only get an answer at the last part of the book. This definitely keeps the reader's attention and interest firmly. The magic is not forgotten and plays an important role in certain passages.

The book reads very smoothly, as we are accustomed to from Feist. It is more than worthy of four stars.

REACTIONS ON: ROBBIE DE HAND

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Aoi_no_sora

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

Läsning 2 is better than I remembered. It's still very much standard fantasy. However, it has its own charm.

Läsning 1, on the other hand, is incredibly comfortable to read. Feist's way of storytelling feels like a pair of well-used gloves. They're far from new or elegant. In fact, they might be a bit clumsy and have some frayed seams. But despite that, they're soft, warm, and familiar. It's comforting.

"Jimmy the Hand" is about a young thief who, in true sword and sorcery fashion, decides to free his female friend and sometimes lover from the local lord's dungeon. The lord didn't specifically look for her but arrested all beggars, street prostitutes, and pickpockets to set an example. The developments after this include the mining of a castle tower, the nervousness of meeting the friend's relatives in a foreign city, and a longer cooperation with a death priest aiming to stop the use of human sacrifices as magical medicine to keep the local baron's comatose wife alive.

All in all, it's an entertaining read that doesn't claim to be more than that, and it isn't. It's well-written genre literature that doesn't take itself too seriously. I recommend it to such readers.

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Legends of the Riftwar #3

Jimmy the Hand

raymond e. feist steve stirling

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