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The Tree of Swords and Jewels (Arafel #2)
by
C.J. Cherryh (Goodreads Author)
They said that Ciaran Cuilean was fey—that he had the touch of the Sidhe on him, and on his lands. And it was true. Elvish blood ran in his veins, and he had been to that other world—that parallel and magical land of Eald, where Arafel, the Lady of Trees, held dominion.
But what should have been a blessing was as much a curse—for jealousy and fear grew in the lands of men....more
But what should have been a blessing was as much a curse—for jealousy and fear grew in the lands of men....more
Paperback, 256 pages
Published
August 2nd 1983
by DAW
(first published 1983)
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Okay I got through Dreamstone...it wasn't the worst book I ever read. This one isn't either...but together they may be in the running.
When I started this one I hadn't realized it was "Arafel 2". Had I, I might not even have tried it, in spite of the short blurb that sold me on it.
Of course I realized it was within 2 or 3 words, it starts out with a synopsis of the first book. Once the book starts we get another interaction with the "fey" the "Sidhe". And it starts off just as airy-fairy as the...more
When I started this one I hadn't realized it was "Arafel 2". Had I, I might not even have tried it, in spite of the short blurb that sold me on it.
Of course I realized it was within 2 or 3 words, it starts out with a synopsis of the first book. Once the book starts we get another interaction with the "fey" the "Sidhe". And it starts off just as airy-fairy as the...more
I loved this book so much that I still think about it years later.
a tough, dreary slog
Didn't realize this was book two and Cherryh can be hit or miss for me so I was a little unsure going into the book. I really enjoyed it though. The story was good and I really loved the language. Glad I picked it up.
She writes so well. Enjoyed it.
A bit bitter sweet?
A bit bitter sweet?
Much like the first book of the series, the pacing is very uneven. The action of the Tree of Swords and Jewels plods along through the first three-quarters of the book, and then rushes along through the last few chapters.
The second volume in the Eald Cycle is as fascinating as the first one. And again, I had some difficulties to get into the writing style but once I was, the story of Man and Elves was captivating and touching and thought provoking.
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Currently resident in Spokane, Washington, C.J. Cherryh has won four Hugos and is one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed authors in the science fiction and fantasy field. She is the author of more than forty novels. Her hobbies include travel, photography, reef culture, Mariners baseball, and, a late passion, figure skating: she intends to compete in the adult USFSA track. She began...more
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