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Midnight Falcon (The Rigante #2)
Bane the Bastard is the illegitimate son of the Rigante king who men called Demonblade. Born of treachery, Bane grew up an outcast in his own land, feared by his fellow highlanders, and denied by the father whose unmistakable mark he bore–the eyes of Connavar, one tawny brown, the other emerald green.
Hounded from the country of his birth, Bane found acceptance across the s...more
Hounded from the country of his birth, Bane found acceptance across the s...more
Paperback, 448 pages
Published
May 1st 2001
by Del Rey
(first published June 3rd 1999)
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Aug 10, 2012
Steve
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5 of 5 stars
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Midnight Falcon (Bane's soul name) doesn't follow on directly from Sword In The Storm. There is about a fourteen year gap, giving time for Bane to grow into his teens. The main focus of this book is Bane's life and character as the outcast bastard son of Connavar, now the tribal king and famed Demonblade...
Bane has just lost his mother and after years of trying to gain his father's love, or even a kind word, seems lost of hope. He's grown to be a strong warrior, even at fifte...more
Midnight Falcon (Bane's soul name) doesn't follow on directly from Sword In The Storm. There is about a fourteen year gap, giving time for Bane to grow into his teens. The main focus of this book is Bane's life and character as the outcast bastard son of Connavar, now the tribal king and famed Demonblade...
Bane has just lost his mother and after years of trying to gain his father's love, or even a kind word, seems lost of hope. He's grown to be a strong warrior, even at fifte...more
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This book is without a doubt one of my top favorite books I have ever had the pleasure of reading, if not thee top. The first one was entertaining and a great read, but this one is an absolute wonder. I can't really say what it is about this book that is so fascinating, just that I love every single aspect. Bane is a wonderful character who has a lot of depth and range. I find it rare to come across such well-written characters, so that immediately drew me into the book.
I have probably read thi...more
I have probably read thi...more
Разказът на Гемел за Риганте продължава и във втората книга от поредицата – Midnight Falcon. Действието се развива близо 20 години след събитията описани в Sword in the Storm, като главно действащо лице вече е незаконния син на Коннавар – Бейн. Момчето напуска родния си край, за да придружи своя приятел до процъфтяващия Каменен град. Богинята-трикстър Моригу, разбира се, има свои планове за младежа и благодарение на нейната намеса (и собствената си жажда за мъст) той се превръща в известен глади...more
This author is amazing. I was told to read this series by Orson Scott Card at a seminar of his. He said to read it if you want to understand strength of character. He's right. The characters in these books are faced with such heart wrenching decisions it makes you want to cry. David Gemmell writes his characters with such power. As young Bane tries to make something of his life, he must overcome not just physical obstacles, but ones of friendship and loyalty as well. The main part of the story i...more
When I first started reading this novel I was disappointed that it wasn't a direct follow-up to the first book of the series...I was expecting another novel based around Connavar but instead it is about the life of his bastard son Bane. However, once I had gotten over my initial disappointment I was treated to what has become one of my favorite novels of all time. The characterization is wonderful with the hero being all too human and suffering the consequences of his poor actions. The storytell...more
I like some of the concepts of this book/series actually, makes me wish for simpler times. Anyhow, somewhat predictable apart for one thing which shall not be spoilt, but that thing was kind of hamfisted so whatever. Going to read some other thing as palette cleanser before the next one though, had enough of broody angry dudes for a long while.
David Gemmell does it again, the second book in the Rigante series and it is just as good as the first one, fantasticaly written characters who you just want to meet or be like, with a fantastic hero in the shape of Conavars son Bane,read this book NOW or better still read Sword in the Storm first and then read this, you will be glad you did.
I thought the first book was Good but this one really grabbed me. Again great characters flowing from the first book. I love how the story has moved on and developed bringing new challenges to be faced.
Midnight Falcon is a must read for any Gemmel fan and even those who have never heard of him.
Midnight Falcon is a must read for any Gemmel fan and even those who have never heard of him.
I didn't think that I would like this book at first. Neither of the major characters at the beginning drew me in. But Gemmell masterfully crafted those two archetypes into people. People who grew and changed and remained imperfect. But at the end, they would have been friends. Good book.
The rating is mostly for Gemmell's writing in general. The book contains very little in the way of surprises, and is stocked with characters that could have come from any of Gemmell's other books.
Sometimes there is something to be said for getting exactly what you expect, however.
Sometimes there is something to be said for getting exactly what you expect, however.
I was loaned the Ravenheart series by a good friend and read it during a summer camping trip to a state forest; one of those trips that the extended family goes on and spends a week at a 4 campsites with tents and picnic tables. I was surprised that I'd never heard of Gemmell at the time, but really loved his storytelling! For the past 4 years, I bring the four Rigante books (Ravenheart, Midnight Falcon, Stormrider and Sword in the Storm) with me for this annual trip and have a great time reread...more
Jan 15, 2012
Emmanuel Gustin
rated it
2 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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This is characteristic Gemmell: Unpretentious entertainment, not very inventive but believable, and hard to put down once you have started reading. It is not one of his best, however.
I liked it, but the ending made me sad, also I was a little upset when I realized the next books take place so much later :(. still an awesome book though.
I live the rigante series. I don't like how thisboojs skips so far into the future. It is almost unrelated to the first book in the series.
Loved this series the first time I read it and it's even better the second time. Gemmell writes his fantasy in such a unique way it almost has a philosophical essence to it although the writing is fairly straightforward. Which is most likely why it is a quick read, but thought provoking and compelling at the same time. This Rigante series is amazing and any lover of fantasy, action, drama and questions of morality in life or death situations should really read more from this author.
David Gemmell’s heroic fantasy is a joy to read. I’m burning up Amazon finding used copies for my library.
One of my all time favourite books and series. Love the characters, story and how it ties in with book 1.
Good book - I like the first and third in the series better but you need to read this one.
Jun 30, 2010
Kaala Souza
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Probably the 3rd or 4th time I'm reading this. Gemmell is one of my favorites.
Alternative history with a taste of fantasy in it, a great read.
If you liked the first book, you won't be disappointed by this one.
This one echoes the Gladiator era in Rome. Very beautifully written.
Continuing into the series, or as a stand-alone book, this is another great story. A parody of our world, some 2000 years ago, the setting brings to life essences of Britain and Rome as time moves forwards some twenty years from the first book, Sword in the Storm, aging known characters are birthing new ones to complete the first half of the saga. This story, as with the others, moves seemlessly from the end of the last, keeping the same pace throughout. If you read and liked Sword in the Storm,...more
In my opinon the best David Gemmell book. This is the absolute benchmark in Heroic Fiction.
The Rigante series is a slight departure from the Drenai series. The Rigante are kind of an alternate reality version of the Celtic Tribes, and these stories tell some interesting stories in that setting.
The heroes are perhaps a little less larger than life, and magic less prevalent in these books than the Drenai books, but the same kind of deep characters and tough as nails warriors fill the pages. Good sword and sorcery with emphasis on the sword.
The heroes are perhaps a little less larger than life, and magic less prevalent in these books than the Drenai books, but the same kind of deep characters and tough as nails warriors fill the pages. Good sword and sorcery with emphasis on the sword.
Just retread this for the 4th time.
I can not stress how much I enjoy Gemmel's writing.
I can not stress how much I enjoy Gemmel's writing.
This book was great. Characters seemed real, flawed and very human. I enjoyed it more than the first Rigante book. Gemmell is such a great story-teller - you could almost feel what the characters were feeling at any given time.
A cracking follow-up to Sword In The Storm. This story is about Bane, the bastard son of Connavar the Rigante king. Gemmell has again produced a master work of fantasy/history with powerful characters and believable story lines. Couldn't put it down!
Conn shouldnt have done that to his son.After his step dad's death he doesnt seem to be that cheerful nor does he know what are the right choices.I really feel sorry for Bane and Banouin.
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David Andrew Gemmell was a bestselling British author of heroic fantasy. A former journalist and newspaper editor, Gemmell had his first work of fiction published in 1984. He went on to write over thirty novels. Best known for his debut, Legend, Gemmell's works display violence, yet also explores themes in honour, loyalty and redemption. With over one million copies sold, his work continues to sel...more
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Jul 14, 2012 07:42am