Murder in Lamut by Raymond E. Feist and Joel Rosenberg
This is the second book of the Legends of the Riftwar series.

The story revolves around three hire swords: Pirojil, Durine, and Kethol. These three main characters form an unlikely trio, much like the three Musketeers.

In a captivating locked room mystery, they are considered the only group with no vested interest in the game of thrones that lies at the heart of two murders. The entire cast of characters finds themselves snowed in by an unseasonable blizzard, adding to the sense of isolation and mystery.

Each of the three hire swords possesses a unique skill set that has brought them together in their profession of selling their swordsmanship. Despite being legitimate thugs, they偶尔display flashes of ethical behavior, which adds depth to their characters.

However, there is very little in the book that directly connects it to the Riftwar series, unless the subtle nuances of politics intrigue you.

Overall, Murder in Lamut offers an engaging mystery with well-developed characters and a unique setting.

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Three mercenaries decide to take on an easy winter job.

Their task is to guard a local noble. It seems like a simple assignment at first.

However, as they begin their duty, they quickly realize that things are not as they seem.

In the middle of a warzone, what was supposed to be a straightforward job suddenly turns into a murder investigation.

The mercenaries find themselves thrust into a complex and dangerous situation.

They must use their skills and experience to solve the mystery and protect the noble at the same time.

With tensions high and the threat of danger lurking around every corner, the three mercenaries face a challenging task that will test their limits.

Will they be able to uncover the truth and keep the noble safe? Only time will tell.

This is a book that is decent enough, but to be honest, it doesn't really contribute anything new or exciting to the series. In fact, it's a bit misnamed because there is no actual murder until almost the very last chapters.

We end up spending a significant amount of time reading about the weather and how it affects all the characters in the book. This takes precedence over reading about the murder itself and the subsequent solution. As a result, it can often feel a bit boring.

Adding to the dullness is the fact that the main characters are very repetitive in their thoughts. They keep going over the same ideas and feelings, which doesn't really add much depth or interest to the story. Overall, while it's not a terrible book, it does have its flaws and could have been better.

As a die-hard Riftwar enthusiast, I was truly thrilled to embark on the journey of reading "Murder in LaMut" by Feist and Rosenberg.

To be honest, I would rate this book a solid 3 stars. The concept of the mercenary trio is indeed quite interesting, and the murder mystery aspect is skillfully crafted. It has all the elements to keep a reader engaged.

However, there is something about the writing that prevented me from fully connecting with the characters on an emotional level. I didn't experience the intense emotional punches that I typically get from this remarkable series.

Moreover, when compared to other books in the Riftwar saga, the pacing of this particular installment felt a bit sluggish. It didn't have the same sense of urgency and excitement that would have made it a truly gripping read.

Nonetheless, it is still a good book and definitely worth reading for any Riftwar fan. But it falls short of being the most captivating one in the entire saga.

Okay, this is definitely 5 stars.

This IMO is one of the most underrated novels in the riftwar universe.

First, the character development was truly fantastic! Especially for Kethol and Perojil. Although Durine does have his moments, including a hilarious "step aside for your better man" scene

This book was highly uncharacteristic of Feist Fantasy novels. It deviated significantly from the typical formula.

It was notably short on action and instead, long on reflection. Maybe this is a reflection of the influence of the co-author. After all, each book in this series has a different co-author, but that remains an unknown factor.

What is known for sure is that it was a disappointment when compared to the first book in the series. In that initial installment, Hartraft's raiders were constantly in a state of excitement, constantly on the run, experiencing narrow escapes and engaging in ingenious battle scenes. However, in this book, it can spend a whopping 50 pages reflecting on strategies, the life of the mercenary, and even Lamutian politics, without offering so much as one truly exciting moment.

Granted, some of the most well-known fantasy series do spiral into this type of endless reflection and complexity as the author delves deeper and deeper into the series. Some might argue that this lends an air of elegance to the storyline. But this is not the case with Feist novels. Feist novels typically keep the reader engaged in the confrontation that has just occurred or the one that is right around the corner. Sadly, in this book, that much-anticipated confrontation never arrives.

This book is neither terrible nor great.

It seems to be just another side quest D&D campaign that has been transformed into a story. There is a significant amount of military-related political maneuvering and concerns about mercenary pay.

The introduction of the three main characters from Rosenberg's universe was okay in theory. However, I didn't really have any particular attachment to them. Given Rosenberg's author blurb in the endcaps and my lukewarm response to his influence on this book, I have no reason to explore his other works further.

Comparing this to Feist's collaboration with Janny Wurts once again makes me lament that he didn't do more work with her. As many others have pointed out, the actual murder doesn't occur until page 247, and the investigation and solution are rather formulaic. Then again, this is a pre-scientific era/fantasy.

I didn't dislike this book. It was competent and kept me occupied pleasantly enough. But I don't think there is a whole lot in it that will stay with me in the long term.

The characters in this book are truly forgettable. They lack depth and distinctiveness, making it difficult for the reader to form any real connection with them.

Moreover, the ending is distinctly unsatisfying. It feels rushed and unresolved, leaving many loose ends and unanswered questions.

Overall, this is an okay book to read, but only because I have been on a mission to read the entire library of the author. It is by no means even close to his best work. There are far better books in his oeuvre that offer more engaging characters, more captivating storylines, and more satisfying endings.

This particular book, unfortunately, falls short in many aspects and fails to leave a lasting impression.

Why Raymond E. Feist allows his name to be put on this pile is truly beyond my comprehension.

The kindest thing I can state about it is that Joel Rosenberg is by no means Agatha Christie.

This had the potential to be an extremely interesting read if it were in the hands of a more skilled writer. As it stands, we are presented with 4/5 of a story that features verbose exposition which is repeated to the point of nausea. The characterization of the three main characters is inconsistent, and the motivations for the murder, which doesn't occur until the last 30 or so pages of the book, are thin and so fleeting that you might miss them if you blink. The big sit-down at the end was poorly written and simply stupid. The fact that none of the three could figure out that the victims had to have been drugged before being murdered, until they drank the said wine, just made me groan in frustration.

This was a plot-driven mess of stupidity. So why did I finish it? Well, let's just say that I read it so that you won't have to endure such a literary disappointment.

This book is the second book of the trilogy: Legends of the Riftwar.

For this book, there was a collaboration with Joel Rosenberg. This author is more known for his books about terrorism and how it is related to prophecies from the Bible.

The book is about Durine, Pirojil, and Kethol. Three mercenaries who get involved in a political game. They have to put everything on the line to keep their heads above water and think several times about turning their backs on everything.

They even get involved in a murder investigation. How, who, what, and when.

All three have their own characteristics. Where one is good at talking, the other is better with fists, and the third is more logical in thinking.

The story is written fluently and excitingly in the well-known style of Feist. Detailed descriptions of environments and people.

As a reader, you are as if drawn into the search for the solution. Where you try to connect all the details and intrigues to the right perpetrators.

Because there are no really boring parts in the book, it reads extremely fluently.

Unfortunately, the ending is a bit predictable. It doesn't really come as a surprise.

Conclusion: Another exciting book by a true fantasy master who is more than worthy of the 4 stars.

This is a standalone story that unfolds within the captivating world of Midkemia.

However, none of the main characters from the original series are present. In itself, this could have been acceptable if the story and its characters were engaging. Sadly, that is not the case.

The narrative follows three mercenaries during the Tsurani invasion. They are hired to safeguard a baron in LaMut, as his life might be at risk from assassins.

Essentially, it's a rather basic "whodunnit" mystery. I found it extremely difficult to become immersed in the story, and it felt quite dull overall.

I didn't have a particular affinity for the characters. Moreover, some of the language and sexual innuendos seemed out of place and detracted from the reading experience.

I believe the main characters belong to Joel Rosenberg, and perhaps that's why they didn't quite mesh well within this context. Although Feist has co-written with other authors to achieve excellent results in the past, this particular installment just didn't resonate with me.

It seems that this story is not one that I would recommend or revisit in the future.