A MESSAGE IS INTERCEPTED. A SINISTER PLAN LAUNCHED. TWO THIEVES STAND IN THE WAY.
Ex-mercenary Hadrian Blackwater sets course on a high s... read full description
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Dec 28, 2010
Jason
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Once again Michael Sullivan takes us on another wonderfully written adventure featuring our favorite thief and hero. This book is all about adventure, sailing the seas, trekking through jungles, daring rescues, and great escapes. I really do enjoy the fast paced plot line. I find the more we learn about our heroes, the more that I like the series as a whole. However, that being that being said, I really do believe that the series would be richer and deeper if Sullivan invested some time into wo
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Oct 31, 2010
Wendy
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This evening I had the pleasure of finishing Michael J. Sullivan’s latest installment of the fantasy series Riyria Revelations, Wintertide.
In short, I am amazed.
One of the things that make the Riyria Revelations different is that they were conceived as a single tale, told in six installments. Each book could stand alone, but they are oh-so-much better when the reader builds on the story that came before. Another outstanding quality is that these books are completely appropr More...
In short, I am amazed.
One of the things that make the Riyria Revelations different is that they were conceived as a single tale, told in six installments. Each book could stand alone, but they are oh-so-much better when the reader builds on the story that came before. Another outstanding quality is that these books are completely appropr More...
Dec 05, 2010
Robert
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Disclaimer-If you read the review and feel there is a spoiler in it, please let me know and I will remove that section. Also, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask. Thank you.
The Emerald Storm is the fourth book in the Riyria Revelations. The first book is The Crown Conspiracy, the second is Avempartha, the third book is Nyphron Rising, with the fifth book-Wintertide, and sixth and final book-Percepliquis having a tentative release sometime in April 2011.
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The Emerald Storm is the fourth book in the Riyria Revelations. The first book is The Crown Conspiracy, the second is Avempartha, the third book is Nyphron Rising, with the fifth book-Wintertide, and sixth and final book-Percepliquis having a tentative release sometime in April 2011.
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Feb 01, 2012
Simon
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In the beginning of the book, Hadrian mentioned about visiting the monk Myron in his abbey. I was excited because he was such a likable character in the very first book in the series. To my disappointment, that didn't happen at all! OK, so most people won't care about Myron like I do but I seriously thought the author could have done so much with his character in the series. But what's done is done. When I then found out that Hadrian and Royce would board a ship (I mean, how could you not? Look
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Jun 16, 2010
Jeanne
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All I can say is wow! This story keeps getting better and better! Just when I think Michael cannot fool me, he twists the story when I least expect it. This is the first book of the series that really leaves the reader with a huge cliffhanger. There is so much I want to talk about but I don't want to spoil it for anyone so I'll reserve my spoiler discussions for the Riyria Revelations group at Goodreads.com.
What I will say is I was a skeptical reader when I read the first book of th More...
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Mar 23, 2010
Melissa
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Michael has outdone himself, again. With each book I am amazed at how the story has grown, and each book is better than the last - which were impressive in themselves. Michael keeps raising the bar with each book.
The Emerald Storm starts shortly after Nyphron Rising's ending. The first chapter catches you up with happenings of the last three books, yet blends in many new happenings; an assassination plan, and a whole new set of issues now present in the change of seasons and rules. More...
The Emerald Storm starts shortly after Nyphron Rising's ending. The first chapter catches you up with happenings of the last three books, yet blends in many new happenings; an assassination plan, and a whole new set of issues now present in the change of seasons and rules. More...
Mar 08, 2010
Liviu
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This novel was awesome and it finally fulfills the strong potential of the Ryria series at its max; it also made me reconsider Nyphron Rising which sets this one up and reads much more fulfilling once we can continue the story started there and of course the part cliffhanger ending makes Wintertide a big asap, but The Emerald Storm sits well on its own and lots of things happen, while we have great, great stuff in opening more the world and exploring stranger parts of it, duels, magic, suspense
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Oct 31, 2010
Bart
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Starts with a compelling hook, but slides downhill after the first few chapters. Gratuitous cruelty and violence abound and everyone has a tragic past brought about by some other character. This is a cheap way to simulate conflict. Individual actions seemed to be disconnected from the rest of the story and after a while I disconnected from the characters. Maybe you have to read the others in the series to get it, but that's a poor way to write a novel. It should at least have a chance to st
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Mar 30, 2010
Heather
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This is another excellent installment in The Riyria Revelations series! There is lots of fast-paced action that makes the book hard to put down. I found I liked it even better the second time reading through it, but I don't think it's as good as its predecessors. I'm not sure why - I can't put a finger on what it is. But, it is still VERY good.
I must say that there are things from Royce and Hadrian's past - former jobs they had - that are discussed a lot. I'd LOVE to see Michael giv More...
I must say that there are things from Royce and Hadrian's past - former jobs they had - that are discussed a lot. I'd LOVE to see Michael giv More...
Oct 18, 2011
Sarah
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4.5 stars
The plot pace mirrors the development of the series as a whole. There is no slow boil here. Something is always happening, yet in the midst of Sullivan’s quickly moving plots are some incredible character developments. The series is at once bold and subtle, serious and fun and so is this book. Sullivan toys with tried and true sword and sorcery tropes and twists them into something new and fresh. Readers will want to be invested in the series before they embark on The Emeral More...
The plot pace mirrors the development of the series as a whole. There is no slow boil here. Something is always happening, yet in the midst of Sullivan’s quickly moving plots are some incredible character developments. The series is at once bold and subtle, serious and fun and so is this book. Sullivan toys with tried and true sword and sorcery tropes and twists them into something new and fresh. Readers will want to be invested in the series before they embark on The Emeral More...
May 16, 2010
Rebecca
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I did not like this book as much as its predecessors. I have had difficulty pinpointing why. I feel like it's missing something for me. However, after my book club discussion, I decided that part of the problem is my perception that new characters were introduced who to merely take the main characters from point A to point B. This is not in and of itself bad, but I think it just made me care less about those characters because I viewed them as expendable and unlikely to be part of future books.
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Jan 28, 2012
Pauline
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[Edited after reread, additional comments below]
This is the fourth of a six-part series of connected stories set in the same world, which can supposedly all be read as stand-alones. There are references to earlier events, and foreshadowing of the larger picture, but this does read quite well as an independent story, even though it is probably more sensible to read the books in sequence.
Many of the same characters reappear, of course, not just Hadrian and Royce, the likeable rog More...
This is the fourth of a six-part series of connected stories set in the same world, which can supposedly all be read as stand-alones. There are references to earlier events, and foreshadowing of the larger picture, but this does read quite well as an independent story, even though it is probably more sensible to read the books in sequence.
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Jan 31, 2011
Alex
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In the fourth book of the Riyria Revelations, Michael J. Sullivan does what every fantasy author should do with an epic series and an interesting and complex map: he takes his characters to new and interesting place. The Emerald Storm is in a fact and mighty sea vessel that travels across the seas to new lands and places, where new and interesting people are met and the overall story of the Riyria Revelations is furthered along.
With the events of Nyphron Rising now at a close, the elu More...
With the events of Nyphron Rising now at a close, the elu More...
Aug 17, 2010
Jon
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2.5 stars but I'll round up and be gracious.
Many new characters, bit part cast members, introduced in this episode, and just like their infamous red shirted ST:TOS forebearers, they dropped like flies before the credits rolled. I felt disconnected from most of the characters, with the exception of Modina and Wesley. The plot jerked, jumped and ultimately crumbled. Not even the expected banter between Royce and Hadrian could inspire a smile.
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Many new characters, bit part cast members, introduced in this episode, and just like their infamous red shirted ST:TOS forebearers, they dropped like flies before the credits rolled. I felt disconnected from most of the characters, with the exception of Modina and Wesley. The plot jerked, jumped and ultimately crumbled. Not even the expected banter between Royce and Hadrian could inspire a smile.
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May 08, 2010
Ronni
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I have truly enjoyed all 4 of The Riyria Revelations, and I highly recommend this series. The 5th one will be available in October, 2010. The 6th and final in April, 2011 according to Wikipedia.
However, I don't think I have ever, ever read anything so poorly edited! There are so many grammatical errors that I began highlighting them, which is quite easy to accomplish in a Kindle. Because the multitude of errors were a distraction, I rated all currently published Riyria Revelations 3- More...
However, I don't think I have ever, ever read anything so poorly edited! There are so many grammatical errors that I began highlighting them, which is quite easy to accomplish in a Kindle. Because the multitude of errors were a distraction, I rated all currently published Riyria Revelations 3- More...
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Dec 29, 2010
Mike
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I made a valiant attempt to read a pdf ARC of The Emerald Storm on my nook and failed utterly. This is no fault of Mr. Sullivan’s but the problem with reading pdfs on ereaders (i.e. painful). Thankfully the published version of the novel was available from bn.com for the nook. Previous volumes in the Riyria Revelations have hinted at events to come and The Emerald Storm continues that trend offering another glimpse and a dark promise the dangerous water lay ahead. The Emerald Storm sees Hadr
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Feb 08, 2011
David
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The Emerald Storm is the 4th book int he Riyria series by Michael J Sullivan. It follows the ongoing trials and tribulations of Royce and Hadrian the two would be heroes who are saving the world one job at a time. I really enjoyed this novel because Michael took the characters out of their normal element and in turn sent them on another crazy adventure on a ship and eventually into the dark dangerous jungle. I'm no sailor or anything but I felt like he really did his homework when describing lif
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Apr 28, 2010
Katy
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This is such an enjoyable series. This story focuses on Hadrian and Royce (of course) and the only other character (at least so exclusively) is Arista, who I enjoy quite a bit. I hope we learn more about Marius in the last two books - or at least see a few more things from his point of view. I love a good evil genius.
The Emerald Storm is the first of the books to have what I would consider a true cliffhanger. I guess by the time you've invested in four books, you're in it for keeps.
The Emerald Storm is the first of the books to have what I would consider a true cliffhanger. I guess by the time you've invested in four books, you're in it for keeps.
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Jan 28, 2011
Suzanne
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Another solid story by Sullivan. Character development continued, with more revelations of Hadrian and Royce's pasts - more so regarding Hadrian. The weaving of the two different story lines was a little awkward in places, but not to the point that it detracted from the story or the advancement of the overreaching plot.
And if Hadrian and Arista aren't a couple by the end of the series, all the hints thrown out since Nyphron Rising have been wasted!
And if Hadrian and Arista aren't a couple by the end of the series, all the hints thrown out since Nyphron Rising have been wasted!
Oct 20, 2011
Anh
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I enjoyed this book, especially the parts on the Emerald Storm and the battle. I noticed some hints about the relationship of Hadrian and Arista from the last time, but this time I didn't find out any more. Like I said, the crisis lies within the covers of the 5th and 6th volumes, so readers all feel they're prepared for something big that should come later. But still, although I had suspected that there would be some unexpected occurences on the way and braced myself for them, the twists in the
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Dec 06, 2010
Danielle
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Another excellent story from Michael Sullivan! As in each of the previous books, we get a look at another part of Elan and its inhabitants. There are adventures on the high seas, battles in the jungle and plot twists galore! Be sure to have the next book, Wintertide, handy though, because you'll want to jump right in to find out what happens next!
Mar 09, 2010
Jim
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Great fun & a must-read for anyone who is following the series. Whew! It was tough to put down! Excellent action, thrills & chills. After reading this, you'll have to read the next one, too. This could be read out of order, I suppose, but I wouldn't recommend it. I can't wait for the next! (Hurry up & get to writing, Michael!)
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Mar 21, 2011
stormhawk
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It's rare that a multi-book fantasy series manages to hold my attention and keep me eager for the next one. That's been the case of the whole Riyria Revelations series. Action and exposition are fairly well balanced, and there are plot twists that are very unexpected lurking in the shadows, much like Royce.
May 30, 2010
Dietmar
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4th in a series that is still the best fantasy I've read in a while. This time adventures take Hadrian and Royce to the high seas. The characters, new and old, are believable and well described. The story takes some surprising twists and turns that kept me captivated. Looking forward to the next installment. This series is highly recommended !
May 17, 2010
Elizabeth
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Another great addition to the Riyria series. I'm still lovin' the ride. I'll wait until they're all out before crowning my favorite; I want to read them in sequence and together to fairly weight all the intricacies. However, aside from that, it's a series I would recommend to just about everyone.
Jun 13, 2010
Elise
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Royce and Hadrian this time find themselves on a quest to find the Heir of Novron. Their journey takes them far across the sea and into the jungle (a pretty unique setting for fantasy, at least I haven't read too many set in a jungle). So this book involves a lot of travel, not as much plot progression, but I was still glued to every page. It still packs plenty of action. I felt more tension for certain characters who found themselves in dangerous situations. A new culture of people was introduc
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Dec 04, 2010
Chu
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Slow, slow slow. 2 parallel story lines the emerald storm one is not really that well related to the rest of the story and is long lengthy, like the author needed a filler.
Nov 28, 2010
Jack
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Still love the pace and the twists, but the improbable last minute rescues are stretching things a bit. That said ... I can't wait for the next book! It will be great!
Feb 23, 2011
Eric
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I like this series but just heard today that the 6th book Percepliquis is going to be delayed until December and will be in an omnibus edition w/ the 5th book. Dumb...
