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The small country of Medalon lies between the vast nation of Karien in the north and the nations of Fardohnya and Hythria in the south. For centuries the Medalonians co-existed peacefully with the Harshini, a magical race that abhors killing. But now they are gone and in their place the Sisters of the Blade rule Medalon from the Citadel. An elite army of Defenders enforces

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Published November 1st 2004 by Tor Fantasy (first published July 26th 2000)

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Jan 26, 2013 Kat rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: my-uber-favourites, fantasy, almighty-covers-of-awesomeness

This book couldn't be any more marvelous if it tried. If you are a fan of the sweeping fantasy epic, then this really is a must read. I would try to sum up the plot but there is simply too much going on, too many realistically and brilliantly imagined characters, that there is just time in the day to express my love from them all, well, except for the ones you are supposed to hate, and my God there are some utter bastards. All I can say is that it's got lashings of humour, some wonderfully witty...more This book couldn't be any more marvelous if it tried. If you are a fan of the sweeping fantasy epic, then this really is a must read. I would try to sum up the plot but there is simply too much going on, too many realistically and brilliantly imagined characters, that there is just time in the day to express my love from them all, well, except for the ones you are supposed to hate, and my God there are some utter bastards. All I can say is that it's got lashings of humour, some wonderfully witty banter, prose that just flows of the page and enough political intrigue and betrayal to keep you shocked and gasping from start to finish. This is a book I have read many times, and will continue to read it many, many times more, the wonder of them never fading, only growing. I really can't stress enough how thoroughly fantastic this book is, and the best part is that it is but a part of an even more breath-taking series, of which there are three parts. Huzzah! And they just get better and better and better!!!

Edit: 26/1/13

Ok, I have just read this for like, the fifth time, and it never ceases to amaze me just how stunning this series truly is. It holds such a staggering wealth of detail and vision that no matter how many times you read it, it always feels like that first time, that first magical, wonderful time when every sentence holds a surprise, every character is new and fascinating and just waiting for you to get to know them, whether you will grow to love them or hate them. The overwhelming depth of the plot means that there is always something you've forgotten, some tiny detail which takes you completely by surprise and that is what helps make this series such a joy to read. Then there are the bits you do remember, and as they draw nearer you can feel your pulse racing that tiny bit faster. I don't just dip my toe into these books, I wade into them, submerge and then sink into them and become hopelessly and completely lost in their splendour. So much so, that when I return to the world, I can't help but feel a little pang of loss, that I have to re-enter this dull place, where there are no Harshini, no Demon Childs', no interfering Gods. Where the countries of Medalon, Hythria and Fardohnya and all their peoples, do not exist. It actually makes me feel a little sad, but then, I've always been a bit of a dreamer.

So it seems that I can finally say, without any doubt whatsoever, that the Demon Child series, holds my three absolute favourite books of all time. There I said it. I can't pick a favourite song or movie, animal or food, but I can say with a certainty that I have never felt before, that I love these books more than any other. For me there will probably be no better, though I will continue searching for one that may take their crown. An endeavour I can't help but feel, will be more than a little pointless.

I just hope that everyone can find that special book, the one that no matter how many times they pick it up off the shelf, they still feel the tinglings of excitment and awe at knowing that no matter how you feel or what mood you're in, you will find that perfect escape and everything you are looking inside. A book that you simply can't believe or understand how anyone could think they are anything but amazing.

To me, these books are flawless, and be damned anyone who thinks otherwise.
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May 12, 2013 Yui added it

Shelves: d-n-f, cliff-hanger

ok. I was just about to click the final order button but something,stopped me, thank God. I got carried away by a an enthustiatic, really energetic video review. It's been a dull month with few maddening struggles and I got bewitched for a few minutes by this pretty, wild and seemingly innocent smart chick on vid and like a fool I rushed over to amazon. Maybe I'll give KING OF THORNS a higher rate because it's the reason for the tiny crack in the magic. I want to read it. I 'm impatient to finis...more

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Jan 06, 2013 Angie rated it 3 of 5 stars

In spite of the trite and cliched name patterns, this story holds its own well enough to be finished. There are some touches of humor and whimsy here and there that I liked, but I'm honestly pretty tired of fantasy writers holding to the idea that to make a word 'foreign' you just add apostrophes here and there: court'esa, R'shiel, etc. Also the too-many syllable elf-type names: Shanananananarananananaran or whatever. I mean, yeah, it does help delineate 3 different peoples okay, but it just see...more

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Apr 08, 2012 Doris rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This story takes place in a complicated world which echoes on our own. There are religions with one god, religions with many gods, and religions with no god (atheists), all of whom are trying to convince/convert/subvert the others to their way of thinking.

This story, book one of a series, deals with a young woman, R'Shiel, who was raised atheist, with the intention that she would become one of the sword-wielding Sisters of the Blade who defend the kingdom of Medalon from its enemies. She and he...more

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Jul 17, 2011 celestialchild rated it 3 of 5 stars

Although this is Fallon's older work, I was actually first introduced to her through The Tide Lords. One thing which both series have in common is that they take their time to properly set up the world in which the story takes place, and don't throw you into action immediately as a means of getting your attention. Some people prefer the latter approach in fantasy, but I'm happy for a change of a pace.

As far as Medalon is concerned, it isn't the page-turner that The Immortal Prince or the rest o...more Although this is Fallon's older work, I was actually first introduced to her through The Tide Lords. One thing which both series have in common is that they take their time to properly set up the world in which the story takes place, and don't throw you into action immediately as a means of getting your attention. Some people prefer the latter approach in fantasy, but I'm happy for a change of a pace.

As far as Medalon is concerned, it isn't the page-turner that The Immortal Prince or the rest of the Tide Lords series was, but it keeps you hooked nonetheless, and is definitely a story to finish. The characters are fun, and the plot is full of obstacle after obstacle that takes you on unprecedented but necessary adventures.

One the most interesting things, for me, was the religious set-up of her world. Medalon is a nation ruled by atheists who oppose any godly worship; to the South are two major nations that worship a whole pantheon of gods, while to the north Medalon finds itself in a strange alliance with a monotheistic nation. The way in which these different nations and their faith play into the politics and motivations of nations and their subjects is fascinating, believable, and well thought out. Although few of the central characters are politicians, the politics of the world readily affects their lives and decision-making, and it was a highlight of the story.

A final thought: this book, in it's pitch, appears to promote a strong female character as the leading protagonist, which is half the reason I was anxious to pick it up. While, certainly, R'shiel is anything but weak her role in the story was less than I had hoped for. Given the circumstances of the plot, this actually makes some sense, but I hope in future books she will take a more prevalent role in directing the course of the story, rather than simply being tossed around (as I felt she was). Right now, the book ultimately felt like a story of her half-brother Tarja instead.

I nonetheless look forward to reading the sequels in the series.(less)

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Sep 15, 2009 Ingrid rated it 5 of 5 stars

Once again Jennifer Fallon creates a complicated world. She tackles religion, family loyaty, ambition and self-interest. If the gods were real and walked among us what would they be like? The small country of Medalon, which lies between three vast nations, is rule buy a religion called Sisters of the Blade with their own elite army of Defenders to enforce the Sisterhood's oppressive rule. The Harshini messengers of the gods, thought to be driven to extinction by the Sister have a prophecy called...more

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Jul 28, 2012 Lindsy rated it 3 of 5 stars

While this book was well-written, I found myself losing interest as the story wore on. That was disappointing for me becasue I really wanted to enjoy this book. I love the idea of exploring religious tolerance and assimilation and I felt that Fallon did an admirable job with the topic. I think where I found myself indifferent was with the relationships between characters. (view spoiler)...more

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Feb 16, 2010 Tiffany rated it 4 of 5 stars

I'd heard about Jennifer Fallon through some Amazon boards. Then, I saw her book sitting on a shelf in Barnes and Nobles. So, thought I'd give her a try.

I do like her characters and the world that she created. It involves the Harshini people, who are worshipped as god-like, but are believed to be destroyed 200 years ago. The main kingdom, Medalon, is full of atheists in a world that is surrounded by god believing kingdoms. The Sisters of the Blade helped destroy the Harshini, but of course, not...more

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Mar 05, 2011 Clare rated it 3 of 5 stars

Complicated sword-and-horses novel with a fascinating political world view. I liked it but didn't love it. Would enjoy discussing the politics of this book with someone. The Sisters - a group of women who drove out pagan believers - are actually anti-religious.

After the sexual sadism disaster that was Daughter of the Blood, I wanted a fantasy book with a strong female heroine. This was close, but not exceptional. I may pick up the series in the future, or may just return to the Belgariad series...more

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Feb 18, 2013 Starhawk rated it 1 of 5 stars

This is absolutely the worst book I have ever read. The only reason I finished it is because I was in bed dying of a fever (literally) and had nothing else within reach.

The author manages to construct the most boring fantasy world I've ever seen ("look at us, we're a country of ATHEISTS!"), have a side character act completely out of his personality to further the plot (jumping into a blood duel for no reason), and later invents a literal deus ex machina to have the two main characters fall in l...more

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Sep 16, 2010 Erica Anderson rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2010-reads, fantasy

I really enjoyed the complex world-building in the first installment of the Hythrun Chronicles, which introduces an intricately constructed theocracy and an aggressively secular political structure. Though there is potential for confusion in the first third of the book, where Fallon follows two separate plot threads, this issue is quickly resolved. Readers who stick around will be rewarded with an absorbing adventure featuring the orphan-destined-for-greatness trope.

The romance is subtle and sho...more

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Sep 13, 2012 Meikura rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: For those who love epic fantasy trilogies

Recommended to Meikura by: Best friend

This is a great fantasy novel and particularly appears to women I think because of some of the issues presnted in the novel. I remember a friend recommending it and I read the whole triology like that. It was fun, with a serious element to it. I would've loved a book that continued after this one, talking of the God's in it. My favourite character was Dace and the way he was so likable but at the same time, she kept bringing you back to his inhumanity. The politics presented are great and this w...more

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Sep 18, 2012 James rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is another book that I read in a period where I fairly flew throug them. As a result, I ended up forgetting to write a review for some of them. This is one such book. Because of this, this review will be... short and sweet and based on memories and impressions. The rating though - a full blooded Five Stars - was given when I finished the book, so it's completely accurate and not based on impressions and memories.

Here goes...

Plot: Five Stars

From what I can remember about this book, it was...more

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Jan 09, 2012 Cecile rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, english

I've already read and enjoyed this series, but after reading the Wolfblade Trilogy, I felt like reading again the Demon Child Trilogy, that starts with this book and takes place after Warlord. I wanted to see this story in a new light.

The first time I read this book, the world of the Hythrun Chronicles was new to me, some characters seemed pretty mysterious (especially Brak). On second reading, the mystery is inevitably gone, but you can still enjoy the great character development, the purposefu...more

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Mar 23, 2010 Flint rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: epic-fantasy

This like alot of fantasy books appears to start off much in the way alot of hero adventure journeys do. There is a prophesized hero who doesn't know they're the most powerful being in something like a thousand years give or take and somehow must be trained by someone who must find them or vice versa in order to destroy some supremely powerful villian. Fine by me. I love stories like this if written well!

The book starts off by letting you get to know our two main protagonists Tarja and R'Shiel,...more

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Oct 29, 2009 Katharine rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-2009

Can you count how many times a new writer has appeared on the scene with a book that’s so engaging and well written, you hunger for more rather than think ‘well, she’s new, and it was good for a new author… but…’

Well, if you can’t, you better read this one. I promise you, it’s well worth it. Out of Jennifer Fallon’s thirteen books currently available, this was her first to be published and I highly recommend you start here. There is a little confusion, as she later wrote ‘Wolfblade’, which is se...more Can you count how many times a new writer has appeared on the scene with a book that’s so engaging and well written, you hunger for more rather than think ‘well, she’s new, and it was good for a new author… but…’

Well, if you can’t, you better read this one. I promise you, it’s well worth it. Out of Jennifer Fallon’s thirteen books currently available, this was her first to be published and I highly recommend you start here. There is a little confusion, as she later wrote ‘Wolfblade’, which is set before this series… but I still recommend you start here with the Demon Child series, and then proceed to Hythrun Chronicles, which is just as good, if not better.

In this book we discover the Sisterhood of the Blade, who rule Medalon (Med – ah – lon) harshly, lest they let the slightest hint of heathen worship appear. Once plagued with the mythical race, the Harshini and their demons, the Sisterhood now think the mythical race to be extinct. Thinking, however doesn’t lessen the iron fist they rule with, especially with the possibility of the fabled Demon Child appearing…

When the First Sister of the Blade is assassinated, Joyhinia is confident she will be named in her place, but when she isn’t, we see exactly how foul she really is.

Joyhinia’s children, daughter R’Shiel and son Tarja, are drawn into the trouble. Soon enough, they find themselves on the run and amongst the rebellion against the Sisterhood – that is, against everything they’ve ever known.

Then, Brak, a Harshini outcast, brings news that the Harshini may be returning and that R’Shiel herself may be the Demon Child – quite amusing, really, that Joyhinia’s very own daughter could be the flesh and blood of nothing but a myth – and soon it appears that their world may be turning to war with R’Shiel and Tarja caught right in the middle.

Fallon is brilliant in her plotting and world building. Her characters are strong (with the exception of Joyhinia – some have found her to be a little weak) and dependable. You can really feel their emotions through the words; Fallon is great at showing rather than telling, a refreshing change in these epic fantasies.

The real strength in this book however, is the development of the religion and their Gods, where the diversities of each country are well developed in such a believable way. In Medalon you have the Sisterhood, as previously stated. In Hythrun they believe in many different Gods; one for war, love, lying, thieving… just to name a few. Karien believes only in the God of war, and then you have the Harshini who speak with all the Gods seemingly quite often. The banter between them alone is reason enough to read this series.

If you’re new to fantasy then I highly recommend this series. If you’re old to fantasy and have yet to try any of Fallon’s books, I still recommend this series . . . try it out!(less)

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Mar 31, 2009 Kat Hooper rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Jennifer Fallon's Medalon is the first book in The Demon Child Trilogy, which makes up the larger Hythrun Chronicles. The Sisterhood of Medalon has made it illegal to practice religion (the worship of pagan gods), persecutes all believers of the gods, and has forced the Harshini, a race of long-lived beings who interact with the gods, into hiding. The sisters use a highly trained army of male Defenders to enforce their orders across the country. But, the First Sister has just been murde...more 3.5 stars
Jennifer Fallon's Medalon is the first book in The Demon Child Trilogy, which makes up the larger Hythrun Chronicles. The Sisterhood of Medalon has made it illegal to practice religion (the worship of pagan gods), persecutes all believers of the gods, and has forced the Harshini, a race of long-lived beings who interact with the gods, into hiding. The sisters use a highly trained army of male Defenders to enforce their orders across the country. But, the First Sister has just been murdered, and while the sisters are plotting and jockeying for position amongst themselves, the Demon Child -- a human/Harshini half-breed -- is coming to maturity in Medalon and the gods, who are involved in their own plots, need to find the child because it's the only creature capable of killing another god.

The main characters, R'shiel and Tarja, are the children of Joyhinia, a sister whose one goal is to be the First Sister. Though she claims to not have a concept of "sin," Joyhinia commits a lot of it as she seeks to fulfil her ambition. Even her children are not permitted to get in her way, and are used as pawns in her scheming. Eventually, R'shiel and Tarja find themselves allied against their mother and the Sisterhood, and their beliefs are challenged as they actually meet gods and Harshini who, they thought, don't exist.

Medalon was a quick and entertaining read. The pace is fast and there is plenty of action. The characters are mostly well-developed, interesting, and likeable (or hateable where appropriate). A couple of characters are over-the-top enough to be unbelievable (it's hard to believe that Joyhinia dislikes her own children more than she dislikes other people), but they are interesting enough that I found myself over-looking that. The writing, while not particularly beautiful like Carey, Clarke, Valente, or Bujold, is completely competent, clear, and often witty.

I really have only a couple of objections: Medalon is a society based on "law" and "common sense," not ideas of "sin" or "morality." Yet we learn that lust, rape, betrayal, stealing, lying, treason, murder, incest, abortion, premarital sex, and tardiness are "wrong." Whores and bastards are looked down on, paternity of Joyhinia's son is kept secret, abortionists are run out of town, and the man who defends the First Sister is required to take an oath of celibacy. For a society with no sin, they sure spend a lot of time condemning it; it just doesn't make sense.

Second, while the antics of the gods were meant to be funny and entertaining, I found them annoying. For example, the goddess of love styles herself as a little girl and demands that everyone loves her. She casts a spell to make one of the characters fall in love with another and then declares that she hopes another god won't be mad. Well, I don't know if the other god got mad, but I did. The love of the one character for the other (I'm trying not to spoil the plot here) is a major plot element, but its unnatural contrivance makes it seem shallow, and I felt cheated. Some of the other gods and their interactions with disrespectful humans (who remind them to stay vigilant and tell them to "shut up") was just silly. And then there are the ugly but cuddly demons who can become gods if they get enough followers to believe in them. Somehow, this didn't work for me.

But, even with these issues, I found myself really enjoying Medalon; it's not great literature, but it's fun. And I admire Jennifer Fallon for having a bunch of gossiping and scheming unlikeable women being defended by brave and mostly honorable and likable men. I don't want to ruin the plot, but I'll say that only a female writer could get away with it.

I have picked up (at my library) the next three books, and I look forward to starting Treason Keep soon.
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Mar 18, 2008 Tina rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: sff-fantasy

This is the first in a three-book trilogy known as the Demon Child trilogy.

In Medalon, the Sisters of the Blade are the law and they believe in a society of laws and science. They do not believe in nor do they allow the worship of Gods. As a matter of fact, current Medalon society is built from the persecution of an immortal race of magical beings known as the Harshini. The Harshini were a sort of bridge between Gods and Humans and were a gentle and loving people who, although they could touch m ...more This is the first in a three-book trilogy known as the Demon Child trilogy.

In Medalon, the Sisters of the Blade are the law and they believe in a society of laws and science. They do not believe in nor do they allow the worship of Gods. As a matter of fact, current Medalon society is built from the persecution of an immortal race of magical beings known as the Harshini. The Harshini were a sort of bridge between Gods and Humans and were a gentle and loving people who, although they could touch magic, could not kill or hate.

Centuries ago, the Sisters of the Blade and their male military protectors known as the Defenders, purged all Harshini. In this they were ably abetted by their neighbors to the North, The Kariens, fanatical worshipers of the God Xaphista and whose theocratic rulers' sole purpose is the decimation of any and all Harshini.

Many believe that the Harshini are dead and gone, myths from old stories. But still others believe they are in hiding, biding their time to return. And that they will send before them a Demon Child, a half-Human/Half-Harshini who has all the magic of the Harshini but none of the killing squeamishness. This Demon's Child's raison d'etre is to kill the God Xaphista.

Into this comes R'Shiel a young novice in the Sisters of the Blade and her half-brother Tarja, a Defender of some reknown. They get caught up in the power-hungry machinations of their mother in her quest to capture the highest office in the land, First sister and end up defying her and going on the run.

I had read and ADORED, Jennifer Fallon's Warlord trilogy. So after reading that, I had to go out and see what else she had written. I was hesitant at first to get this first series because I had so enjoyed the Warlord series and this one takes place in the same time/place as that one. But this one was written first and I really didn't want to go backwards. But I decided to anyway.

Well, at first, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that although this trilogy was written first, it actually takes place chronologically later than the Warlord series. So I could revisit those characters I liked and see what they were doing.

However, my pleasant surprise soon waned. I settled in happily enough to read this and it starts off great. But the middle half of the book drags interminably. There seemed to be an endless loop of circumstances where either R'Shiel or Traja or both are in mortal danger and need to be rescued by each other. In a fantasy novel of this sort, your main protagonists should be in danger for appreciable amounts of time, it is expected. But this just read as pure tedium. I was so astonished by how unreadable it was. In some cases, I skipped whole passages.

Luckily, the last third of the book picks up and redeems the book to the point that I do plan to read the next book.

But I was really disappointed in this after how great her other series is. This book had none of the verve, none of the flair and none of the character deliciousness of the other series. I hope that doesn't continue into the next two books of this series.(less)

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Mar 07, 2012 Suse rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Ich weiß, dass Jennifer Fallon toll schreiben kann, das hat sie durch die "Gezeitenstern-Saga" bewiesen. Aber die deutsche Übersetzung von "Kind der Magie" ist so unfassbar schlecht, dass ich mich nur aus Respekt der Autorin gegenüber bis zur letzten Seite gequält habe. Was für eine Verstümmelung! Es geht halt einfach nicht, Übersetzer von trockener Männer-Fantasy für gefühlvollere Frauen-Fantasy einzusetzen. Vielleicht werde ich das irgendwann noch mal im Original versuchen...

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Feb 08, 2013 Kerry rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2006, 9, fantasy

I really, really liked this book and I'm looking forward to finding the time for the rest of the series.

Great worldbuilding and solid, complicated characters with a slightly new spin on the mortal destined to take on a god.

I know this isn't much of a review or comment, but I do highly recommend this and hope others enjoy it as much as I did.

[Copied across from Library Thing; 9 February 2013]

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Apr 19, 2010 Kimbap rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorite-books

One of my favorite series. Strong female hero with supernatural powers that is unlike other series that I've read. A little romance, a lot of adventure and battle, and most of all some humour. I think this would make an awesome movie. There is one disturbing theme through out the series, but if you can get over that, then I think you will really enjoy it!

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Jan 12, 2012 Chichi rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy

I had to read this overnight because it was due in the library. Was a tad scared because of the size. I shouldn't have been. I easily breezed through it! (though i woke up very cranky the next day). This is a book with a lot of intrigue and betrayal. Oh and that little romance that makes every fantasy book sizzle for me x_x. I totally forgot i had read a sort of prequel to this until i was deep into the book and realised i could recognise some characters! I'm definitely reading the second book n...more

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Jun 04, 2012 Sarah Mohammed rated it 5 of 5 stars

One of my most favorite and memorable books! I still remember the day my mom pulled this off the Barnes&Noble shelf and showed it to me! Since then I've been in love and a little obsessed with this series which led me to Jennifer Fallon's other series! I can't express how much this book and its series means to me.

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Oct 30, 2012 Brandon rated it 5 of 5 stars

Just finished reading this, what an awesome book! My brother lent my the Warlord trilogy first which I really loved. It's nice to get to see what is going in the future, with new characters and the country that gets tip toed around in the prequel series. Anyone who started with the Warlord series like I did would rather enjoy this. Starting Book-2 Treason Keep tomorrow!

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Jul 27, 2011 Jayne added it

The story itself is interesting enough, but there's only so many times someone can get captured and escape before it's just boring. The reason's for this are stated at the end of the story, but by then I was just pleased to have finished.

Won't be reading the next in the trilogy.

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Oct 13, 2010 Rachel rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy

Not too bad, but I hate it when an author sets us up to root for a romance that is intended to be doomed from the start. I realize that not all (or even half?) of fantasy literature is simply exotic background for a romance, but if you are going to do one, do it right, for heaven's sake.

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Mar 15, 2012 A.J. Culpepper rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: 6th grad on up, adventure-lovers

Recommended to A.J. by: My mother

This was the first book by Jennifer Fallon I ever read and was instantly hooked. The story is very engageing and the characters develope rather well. This book not only made me want to read the rest of the Daemon Child Trilogy but also the Wolfblade Trilogy.

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Aug 21, 2009 Susie Carson rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy

I liked this book pretty well. It was an interesting concept, but parts of it seemed familiar, like I had read them somewhere before. It was a little slow at first, but gained momentum. I will read the next one just to see where it goes, but probably not for a while.

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Jan 08, 2009 apocketnovel rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: own, fantasy

I had trouble getting into it at the start as it threw me into a whole new world without much back-story. As I finished it today I realised it is supposed to be read after the Hythrun trilogy. I'm off to start book 2 of this now.

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Oct 04, 2011 Amanda Botten rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: favourites

I loved this trilogy, it seems whenever a book is written by J Fallon, it will not disappoint you. This story was brilliant, the descriptions, layout, characters and topics within this book were written very well. The protagonist was great, I really loved her character and how she developed throught the trilogy. The different aspects in this book just made it come alive even more, so many characters who link up and so many aspects of everyday life tackled. The plot seems to stick with you after...more

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Jennifer Fallon was born in Carlton (a suburb of Melbourne, Australia) and lived in Caulfield until she was 11 when her father, a senior public servant, transferred to the national capital, Canberra. She lived in and around Canberra for about 8 years and went to school at Catholic Girls High School (now Mercy College) in Braddon. She is the ninth child in a family of thirteen girls.

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Medalon (Hythrun Chronicles: Demon Child Trilogy #1)

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