The world on the other side of the rift: Kelewan, a land seething with political intrigue and deadly conspiracies. Following ...
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Jan 06, 2009
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Jan 08, 2012
Liz
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I first read this when it was published and I still come back to it every year or two, because the story of Mara's struggle for survival never gets old. She's truly a woman in a man's world, reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth, albeit in a culture whose inspiration is obviously from the Orient. And yet, as other readers have mentioned, Mara doesn't take on mannish traits to win, she's always purely female. And she uses that, at times, ruthlessly.
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Feb 18, 2011
Kate
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The first quarter of the final book in the series is not good. The death of Mara's son through the hands of an assassin drives her mad with grief which leads her to attempt to go to war with her nemesis Jiro of the Anasatzi. The way this first quarter of the book is written is confusing and lacklustre, but does set up the rest of the story which is Mara vs the Black Robes and Assassins and Anasatzi.
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Apr 26, 2010
Bertrand
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Raymond Feist fait partie sans l’ombre d’un doute des auteurs de fantasy indécrottables, ceux qui se sont inspirés de Tolkien pour créer de longues séries à succès. Tout part de « La Guerre de la Faille » (appelée Chroniques de Krondor par l’éditeur poche) : Feist y met en scène une guerre acharnée entre deux mondes, l’un venant conquérir l’autre pour les richesses en métal dont lui-même est dépourvu. Cet épisode sanglant est décrit par les yeux du peuple agressé et donne quelques-uns des person
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Feb 01, 2011
Jeff
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OK. Enough is enough. This series should have ended with book 2. Though I must confess i didn't actually finish this one - I only made it through about 200 pages. But the setup was based on a couple of very implausible suppositions, and I really hate when a writer requires a really smart character to do a really uncharacteristically stupid thing (or two) to advance the plot. And again, it just seemed like more of the same plotting and scheming and manipulating, which is the kind of behavior that
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Dec 12, 2010
Troy
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So concludes the best trilogy ever written. When I think about this book, in many ways I think of the supporting cast. I could retitle the book "Arakasi and Lujan" as those are the two character's whose plots most resonated with me. These two characters had perhaps the most drastic arc from the first novel in the trilogy when they were little more than outlaws. In this novel they are so very much more. More than they ever could have been without the intervention of Mara.
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Jul 26, 2010
Victoria
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Oh, what a wonderful conclusion! This third and final volume of the Empire trilogy unfolded into one of the most exciting stories. Despite my initial reservations after finishing Servant of the Empire and reading of Mara's resounding victory over the Minwanabi family, right from the first chapter a new villain made its presence known. In fact, the plot fell into one tangle after another - there were no shortage of enemies like I had mistakenly predicted. Despite this also being a rather wordy bo
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Jan 22, 2012
Aaminah
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The chapter started. With a short sentence for impact, that's how all the chapters started.
Hmm, this series had the political bent I wanted but didn't live up to the promise of the first one. Swathes of time were skipped leaving me occasionally feeling lost. The author clearly (dully) shows us all the key players decision making processes and yet some seemed to come absolutely out of nowhere from a seemingly different type of character altogether. A big part of the action happened offs More...
Hmm, this series had the political bent I wanted but didn't live up to the promise of the first one. Swathes of time were skipped leaving me occasionally feeling lost. The author clearly (dully) shows us all the key players decision making processes and yet some seemed to come absolutely out of nowhere from a seemingly different type of character altogether. A big part of the action happened offs More...
May 04, 2010
Trickey
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This book is basically a giant version of spy versus spy with less comedy and no pictures. Since I read the other two books in the series, I thought it would come down to this. The most interesting part of the story is Mara's journey outside the Tsurani Empire, when we get our first fleshing out of the other cultures living on Kelewan. Yes, we may have met them before, but now they are not only slaves or servants or captives of the Tsurani, but actually people and cultures in their own right. I
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Aug 14, 2011
Jackie
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Much better than book 2 (Servant of the Empire). The people and their action were more in keeping with the way the story unfolded in book 1 (Daughter of the Empire).There is plenty of action in the book, it moves a lot faster than the previous one.
Mara has travelled an immense distance, both literally and metaphorically. She sees how the stagnation of the Empire, due largely to the rigid honour code that dictates the Tsurani way of life, stifles the growth of the land and its people.
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Mara has travelled an immense distance, both literally and metaphorically. She sees how the stagnation of the Empire, due largely to the rigid honour code that dictates the Tsurani way of life, stifles the growth of the land and its people.
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Jan 13, 2009
Victor
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What do you do when you are up agianst impossible odds with no help of success? Pray hard and get as much information as possible from those who have been down that road before you, and do everything you can to carry out your plan.
I liked these books, and even though they are fiction, it's easy to relate to the difficulties of the main character - losing loved ones, going against the grain, and being open enough to realize that the customs or traditions of your fathers may not be right More...
I liked these books, and even though they are fiction, it's easy to relate to the difficulties of the main character - losing loved ones, going against the grain, and being open enough to realize that the customs or traditions of your fathers may not be right More...
Feb 22, 2010
Qylie
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Happily ever after is perfect for this series!
They did a fantastic job of wrapping this story up. You are left with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.
The entire series is so WOW! I mean the plots are thick, the characters are so lovable and your mind is simply boggled with the courage that Mara has.
This has been my favorite non romance series this year!! I know I know its only February but the series is soo good. There is so much character devel More...
They did a fantastic job of wrapping this story up. You are left with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.
The entire series is so WOW! I mean the plots are thick, the characters are so lovable and your mind is simply boggled with the courage that Mara has.
This has been my favorite non romance series this year!! I know I know its only February but the series is soo good. There is so much character devel More...
Nov 11, 2010
Neil
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This is the conclusion to one of the best stories I have read. Running parrallel to the Magician stories this has drama, adventure, action, great story telling and a world to really immerse yourself in. A greta read. If I am at a loose end (not often) or between books I will re-read sections and love it when I do. I cannot recommend it highly enough for chaps or chapettes. I have lent the book to over 20 people of all ages and have had only two rejects. Go for it, I hope you enjoy it as mu
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Aug 15, 2011
Amelia
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Ever since the Great Game has been played to bring power, prestige and most importantly, honor to the family name, anything is allowed as long as it furthers the cause of the players. Mara has been involved in the Game ever since she left Lashima's temple to become the Lady of the Acoma. She has triumphed over many enemies and hardships and even won the accolade of Servant of the Empire, but her trials are far from over. Hidden enemies wait forany sign of weakness or the tiniest mistake she m
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Oct 16, 2008
Beniarto
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This is the third episode of the trilogy, and sadly the last of of the trilogy written together by Raymond E. Feist and Janny Wurts. Hopefully those two will collaborate again someday in the future.
I wrote this a few months after finishing the book and my reading was interrupted a few times and took longer than expected. One of the reasons was the plot itself. As someone who was so charmed by the characters in the story, I really hate the authors' decision to kill one of the minor ch More...
I wrote this a few months after finishing the book and my reading was interrupted a few times and took longer than expected. One of the reasons was the plot itself. As someone who was so charmed by the characters in the story, I really hate the authors' decision to kill one of the minor ch More...
Apr 10, 2011
David
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The third book promised to be yet another powerful story of the comet rise of Mara through station and power, as this time, she goes up against the Assembly of Magicians itself, the self-governing body of absolute power. Unfortunately, it does takes things to the point of highly unbelievable. Yes, the pacing is still excellent, and as you read, the tension builds and builds and you just can't seem to put it down. The story is as gripping as the first two, no doubt, but the aftertaste was slightl
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Jul 29, 2011
Gareth
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Oh for...
*spoilers ahead*
It does try to make up for the unsatisfactory endings of the previous books. Giving reasoning behind the sudden "Let's fix everything smoothly" that occurred in both books. But besides the inconsistencies with its own explanation, it then goes ahead and comes up with an even more ludicrous fix-all to solve the dilemmas at the end of this one. I'm sorry, but the small enjoyment I got from each book throughout was just ruined for me
*spoilers ahead*
It does try to make up for the unsatisfactory endings of the previous books. Giving reasoning behind the sudden "Let's fix everything smoothly" that occurred in both books. But besides the inconsistencies with its own explanation, it then goes ahead and comes up with an even more ludicrous fix-all to solve the dilemmas at the end of this one. I'm sorry, but the small enjoyment I got from each book throughout was just ruined for me
Feb 11, 2012
Emily
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Concluding the Daughter of the Empire trilogy! With Kevin returned home, and now married to Hokanu of the Shinzawai, Mara has to deal with more attempts on her life by the Hamoi Tong, the plotting of Jiro of the Anasati, and yet more political machinations as she continues to fight to change the bloody traditions of the Empire. The very end wrap up was perhaps a little deus-ex-machina, but overall a good conclusion to a great trilogy.
Jan 10, 2012
Juliet
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This book was the final in the series and brought it to a fitting end I thought. I didnt see the epilogue coming and loved it when it did. I really loved the discoveries the main character Mara, made in her travels and how they fitted in with her growing awareness. If I had any criticism, it would be about the issue of the Black Robes and how they handled female children with the talent. Nothing was revealed of this plot device until the end, and it could have been a huge part of the story
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Oct 28, 2011
Melinda
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wow they really left the best for last, this whole series has been amazing! I honestly didn't know how they could top the second book, but they absolutely have with this one. 60% through and it just keeps getting better. This is why I have had pretty poor reviews on the last few books I've read, nothing comes close to the suspense and the surprise that this series has offered. And this takes a lot to say, as I have been fairly anti-fantasy for a long time.
Apr 12, 2011
Joey
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A nice conclusion to this series. I enjoyed all three books, but maybe this one the most. We got to spend more time with one of my favorite characters in the series, Mara's Spy Master. Lots of good intrigue here for any who enjoy that side of things, but also a healthy dose of an interesting race in the cho-ja. It was nice to read something not in the "gritty" vein that's so popular now.
Nov 09, 2010
Netanya
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A neatly tied up ending to another well crafted series with Raymond E. Feist. I wish that we had more of Mara of the Acoma to read and that Janny Wurts and Mr. Feist would do another series together as this is really one of my favourite story arcs.
Aug 02, 2011
Great book. It ended the way I wanted the previous book to end. I'm a little sad that the Empire trilogy is done, but I'm hopeful that some of the characters will get some attention in the rest of the series.
Jun 08, 2009
Stephen
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I'm a big fan of this series. The story of the Acoma was a great one. Great setting, characters and a great love story to boot. It's been a while since I've read these, but I think they stand the test of time. Do read all 3.
Jun 03, 2009
Kc
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I loved this science fiction story. A Machiavellian woman Mara works her way through life with a constant will and lookout for her family's power. I fell in love with the character and couldn't put the book down.
Mar 28, 2011
Sammie
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Beautiful! For a while, I became very nervous for Mara and her family, but her flawless use of the required politics to secure her family was amazing. I adore this trilogy and could read it a thousand times!
Mar 06, 2011
Teri
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I loved this whole series. It's been years since I read it.. and I still remember how much I loved it, and read as a straight read-through. That speaks volumes, since I don't remember the crappy books;)
Jan 20, 2012
Randy
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Great Book, love the series!
the writing is great and the story amazing!
If I could give more stars to this series I WOULD!
one of my favorites!!
A MUST for fantasy readers!
the writing is great and the story amazing!
If I could give more stars to this series I WOULD!
one of my favorites!!
A MUST for fantasy readers!
Apr 15, 2010
Mark
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The original trilogy and the Empire trilogy were masterpieces.
Unfortunately everything that followed was simply a regurgitation of the same plot lines over and over and over.
Unfortunately everything that followed was simply a regurgitation of the same plot lines over and over and over.
Mar 13, 2011
Kathryn
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One of my favorite fantasy series. Strong female protagonist. Unexpected twists and turns. Japan-like medieval society. Didn't want it to end.
