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Second Sight (Tales of the Lifesong #2)
by
Greg Hamerton (Goodreads Author)
Tabitha Serannon can perform miracles of healing, yet people are dying in her hands. A prophecy points a crooked finger beyond Eyri and Tabitha must abandon her followers to rescue the source of her power. Every step takes her farther into the terrors of Oldenworld, but she must liberate the essence of life before it is corrupted by chaos.
This is no game: a traitor lurks a...more
This is no game: a traitor lurks a...more
Hardcover, 640 pages
Published
August 1st 2010
by Eternity Press
(first published July 18th 2010)
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The second novel of the Lifesong series and oh my god it was awesome, far exceeding the first in almost every aspect. This time the story begins in Eyri, following the epic battle that was the climax to Riddler’s Gift, with Tabitha using her powers to heal those who have been injured and in doing so the people of Eyri have elevated her to a god-like stature, practically worshipping the ground she walks on and piling more and more pressure on her to heal and save everyone. In comparison to this G...more
Greg Hamerton takes on the epic concept of "good vs evil" in a big way in his novel, Second Sight, the second novel in his series Tale of the Lifesong. This novel is beautifully written, a little on the "flowery prose" side at times for me. However I know others enjoy that, so its not necessarily a bad thing. I simply prefer a more "simply" written book. Second Sight contained some of the most amazing world building, and the chararacters were compelling as well. Tabitha was inspiring and I laugh...more
To me the tale of the life song is more than just a story. It is a vivid path that Greg takes us on in his exploration of how life and magic work, that forces us to broaden our insight and our awareness of our surroundings, of time and of life itself.
To demonstrate this I would like to share two quotes. The first is from Second Sight - "she could appreciate the rhythm and harmonic resonance of life. It formed a single song: the lifesong." " The lifesong was like a fluid beneath a sponge; it soak...more
To demonstrate this I would like to share two quotes. The first is from Second Sight - "she could appreciate the rhythm and harmonic resonance of life. It formed a single song: the lifesong." " The lifesong was like a fluid beneath a sponge; it soak...more
I had read The Riddler's Gift a while back. This sequel starts pretty much where the last book left off, and concludes the story, There are some loose ends, such as the shadowcaster Kirjath Arkell cohabiting another body (this thread is dropped as soon as our heroes leave Eyri and face bigger challenges). Nevertheless the story is complete enough even if no further sequels are written.
There were a few details I did not like: some of the Gyre wizards' magic seemed more like science fiction tropes...more
There were a few details I did not like: some of the Gyre wizards' magic seemed more like science fiction tropes...more
This book made me sad. After such a promising beginning, which was beautifully done, it just fizzled. The author had a good idea and a good plot, but it failed of execution because the characters were insufficiently developed. This is a great pity, because this book could have been so much better with a bit more work on the characters upfront; as it is, they were flat and one-dimensional and I couldn't bring myself to care about them.
Of course character development hasn't the importance in a rom...more
Of course character development hasn't the importance in a rom...more
I started and stopped this book a few times. I liked the protagonist, and I sympathized with the Sorcerer...but I could not get into it. I didn't like some of the characters; I wanted to smack Prince Bevn about every time a chapter was told from his perspective. At least Joffrey from Game of Thrones wasn't as insufferable.
About 75% of the way through, it progressed to where I could not put it down. So the first 75% was meh, but the last 25% was significantly better. I am curious about the third...more
About 75% of the way through, it progressed to where I could not put it down. So the first 75% was meh, but the last 25% was significantly better. I am curious about the third...more
It was with no small amount of trepidation that I continued reading the story of the adventures of Tabitha Serannon and her friends/adversaries, which was begun so wonderfully by Greg Hamerton in 'The Riddler's Gift'. My history with fantasy series' has, for the most part, been spotty at best, and I really didn't want to taint the wonderful experience of my time with Riddler's Gift by consuming a sub-par sequel. Ultimately, after dabbling with a couple of other titles in my library, I took a dee...more
Greg Hamerton takes on the epic concept of "good vs evil" in a big way in his novel, Second Sight, the second novel in his series Tale of the Lifesong. This novel is beautifully written, a little on the "flowery prose" side at times for me. However I know others enjoy that, so its not necessarily a bad thing. I simply prefer a more "simply" written book. Second Sight contained some of the most amazing world building, and the chararacters were compelling as well. Tabitha was inspiring and I laugh...more
I hadn't read Greg's first book of this series The Riddler's Gift so I decided to read this first. These books aren't normally something I would read, a little meatier going than my normal preference but I really enjoyed them. I will defetly read the next book in this series. I don't think it has made me want to read more sci fi but more Greg Hamerton.
Second Sight carries on from the battle in The Riddler's Gift starting in a place called Eryi, which is trying to rebuild itself after the battle....more
Second Sight carries on from the battle in The Riddler's Gift starting in a place called Eryi, which is trying to rebuild itself after the battle....more
From my FBC review;
"Tabitha Serannon can perform miracles of healing, yet people are dying in her hands. A prophecy points a crooked finger beyond Eyri and Tabitha must abandon her followers to rescue the source of her power. Every step takes her farther into the terrors of Oldenworld, but she must liberate the essence of life before it is corrupted by chaos. This is no game: a traitor lurks among the wizards, a ruthless enemy hunts her with whips of wildfire and she could lose her closest frie...more
"Tabitha Serannon can perform miracles of healing, yet people are dying in her hands. A prophecy points a crooked finger beyond Eyri and Tabitha must abandon her followers to rescue the source of her power. Every step takes her farther into the terrors of Oldenworld, but she must liberate the essence of life before it is corrupted by chaos. This is no game: a traitor lurks among the wizards, a ruthless enemy hunts her with whips of wildfire and she could lose her closest frie...more
Hmmm, well I am about 40% through and not a lot of action going on. But I think the 2nd part will probably have lots of it. It is a fairly good storyline. Different from what I have read. Enjoyed the 1st book of the series, The Riddler's Gift: First Tale of the Lifesong.
I am a fan of the heroes of the book, especially Twardy and Tabitha. For me, I have to become completely absorbed by the heroes of the books. However, the bad evil character of the book Ametheus has been very interestingly writt...more
I am a fan of the heroes of the book, especially Twardy and Tabitha. For me, I have to become completely absorbed by the heroes of the books. However, the bad evil character of the book Ametheus has been very interestingly writt...more
IMO, this book and the author is on the level of the much praised works by Brent Weeks or Brandon Sanderson. I can't understand why neither of the books aren't on the bestseller lists.
This is epic Fantasy in its highest form and kudos to you Mr. Hamerton.
This is epic Fantasy in its highest form and kudos to you Mr. Hamerton.
I really enjoyed this novel.it reminds me a lot of the novels by Katherine Kurtz-Deryni books.I'd like to read the first one too.It was a great read and easily read.The book was extremely well written and engrossing!!!
More of the same. He tied up the loose ends from the first book and didn't leave too many in this one. I hope he finds away to return to this world again.
It was harder for me to get into the second book in the series. It seemed to drag for me (some of that was external factors preventing me from really sitting down and reading in large chunks). Also, the Bevn character really got to me. I know he's supposed to be whiny and he definitely succeeded.
I really wanted to like this book. The plot is well thought out, but I found myself dreading picking the book up. Depressing and too wordy. I may try again, but switching to a different book for now
This novel twists and turns through a world of enchantment and danger as the heroine, Tabitha Serannon, must decifer riddles and travel to unknown places in order to recover the kingsrim and save her king.
For me at times the story was too divided. Too many people in too many places. Really didn't care what was going on with Bevn. I'm hoping for a third book in the series.
Brilliant! You get quite desperate for the characters at times! Great read. Hope we don't have to wait another 3 years for the next installment.
Not as good as the first one but I liked it.
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