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Betrayal (A Daughter of Kings #1)
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Robert Stanek (Goodreads Author)
A decade before the events of the bestselling author Robert Stanek's epic Ruin Mist, Kingdoms and Dragons books, a princess named Delinna Alder touches one of the Four Orbs crafted by Dnyarr, the last great Elf King of Greye, and is transformed forever. But Princess Delinna Alder has much to learn about the lethal price of being both within time and outside its bounds. Thi...more
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(first published April 4th 2010)
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Let me begin by saying that I love love LOVED this book. Delinna is an engaging, resourceful and compelling heroine (of which we could always use more), the plot is gripping, and the action is very nearly non-stop.
I began reading this during my lunch break at work, kept reading till I finished it, and went home and re-read it.
While a comic might not seem appealing, I promise you it is more graphic novel than comic. This story stands alone in its originality. It has unexpected depth and there's...more
I began reading this during my lunch break at work, kept reading till I finished it, and went home and re-read it.
While a comic might not seem appealing, I promise you it is more graphic novel than comic. This story stands alone in its originality. It has unexpected depth and there's...more
Every time I read this wonderful story, it's like catching up with old friends. I've read this particular one so many different times, but it never ever gets old. I love the fact that I can pick up this (or any of the others, for that matter) and step into a whole other world. I also particularly enjoyed the fact that I found that I could relate with each of the characters, although I must say that I was partial to Delinna! Additionally, I love the role Ansh plays in this book because I think th...more
Stanek has been a favorite for a long time, ever since I read his Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches years ago. Anyone who hasn't read his work is missing out on what may be the Tolkien of our generation, and if not Tolkien, the C S Lewis. Betrayal delves deeper into the roots of the powerful Alder family. The reader sees Delinna's fall from grace up close and personally. It's moving and sweeping and much deeper than you might imagine a graphic novel could ever be.
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In deze sprookjesachtig fantasieverhaal Robert Stanek, met bijna onbegrensde fantasie en wonderlijke verbeeldingswereld, het land Ruin-Mist. Het is bevolkt met honderden wezens, elfen en tovenaars, kwade en goede machten. Maar als de orb in de handen komt van de Delinna, ontwaken de boze wezens en ontstaat de strijd die gaat om het behoud of de ondergang van de wereld. Alleen de tovenaar Xith weet dat slechts ein middel de ramp kan voorkomen.
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The Ruin Mist books were a very good introduction to the Stanek's world. I wanted more when I finished the books and I could not wait to read Betrayal when it first came out. Everyone should read this and go on the adventure of the brave Delina, it's an incredible story. This story hits home on everything from magic to friendship and even romance. One of the most riveting.
I absolutely loved Stanek's Ruin Mist books, and this was as good as I hoped it'd be. I wish I could go on adventures with Xith and Delinna! It's great that this prequel can be read pre or post the others and holds it's own as a stand alone. The story is exciting, the characters engaging and although originally written as there is no doubt all ages can enjoy.
This book is simply one of the worst comics i have ever read,
the plot was a mismatched pile of crap. This book destroyed my marriage causing me to suffer from night terrors, that I was in this bland world. This is the last time I will review something, as I am going to take a power drill to my throat rather then have to read the second comic.
the plot was a mismatched pile of crap. This book destroyed my marriage causing me to suffer from night terrors, that I was in this bland world. This is the last time I will review something, as I am going to take a power drill to my throat rather then have to read the second comic.
I enjoyed reading Robert Stanek's Ruin Mist books so much that I finished the last one and was sad. I wanted more, then I found the Daughter of Kings. Not really a comics gal but the stories here have depth and are unlike anything else I've seen. I was wowed. Delinna's story is fascinating, gripping, real.
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Stanek introduces us to magic orbs, evil princes, and gateways. We get to see where the story begins. I cannot say enough for the characterizations and the imagination involved in such a small word count. It is very admirable that Robert Stanek could put such a lot of story in so few pages.
This, if you don't know, is the first volume of the A Daughter of Kings comics. It tells the tale of Delinna Alder, a princess of Great Kingdom, the setting for the other Ruin Mist books. It's a sweeping epic, a rich tapestry of characters, setting and adventure. Amazingly creative.
This was an amazing book. The author has taken a story of despair and turned it into both a love story, but also a story for survival. There is so much action in this book from start to finish and after I ready this I found that I was so excited to read the next book too.
This was the first comic I ever read. It is written at a level that anyone can follow. This is a good one to get you started if you aren't used to reading, or get frustrated with the difficulty level of some books. It is also a wonderful story.
Great! If you haven't read any of Stanek's books yet you're missing out. Way way way better than most. Certainly 100 times better than Eragon/Eldest/Brisingr and a lot of others that are popular.
The essential read for fantasy enthusiasts. Stanek is a master at world building. His attention to detail and the back histories of everything makes for a great read.
all of these positive reviews are fake and written by the author
robert stanek is self published
google Stanek and fraud for more detials
robert stanek is self published
google Stanek and fraud for more detials
Excellent book!! I read it in one day!! Couldn't put it down!! I definitely would recommend it to anyone looking for a great read!!
An amazing series of comics! I read all three, one after the other, just waiting now to get the fourth and final one, which is just out.
My friend recommended this book to me and i think it's a pretty good and awesome book, once you start reading it you can't stop.
Dark, fast read. Enjoyed it and you will too. Stanek's world is fascinating and deep.
I love this book, the story, the fantasy elements, the characters. Long live Ruin Mist!
One of the best fantasy comics ever written
Betrayal is greatness.
Betrayal is fun read. The story is multi-layered and deeper than you'd expect from a graphic novel. On the surface it is a fun adventure but it also speaks of deeper things. A journey through the mind of a brilliant man and an exciting new world. A truly enjoyable journey!
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May 07, 2013
*FLYING RAINBOW KITTEH* :)
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Robert Stanek has been a writer for over 30 years. In 2013, his 150th book will be published. His books, which have been read by nearly 7.5 million people, are available in more than 50 countries and 20 languages. Over a million people have read or listened to his Ruin Mist books via Amazon, Audible, Playaway, OverDrive, and more than a dozen other retail and library partners. Join Robert and 90,0...more
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Mar 18, 2012 12:56am
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