A few recent reviews.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!, February 27, 2013
By steve herting (St. Francis, MN. United States) -

This review is from: The Merchant and the Menace (The Seraphinium) (Kindle Edition)

Well written fantasy that takes you to another world with believable characters and the right mix of action and personality.
I will be reading the rest of the series and have added Daniel McHugh to my list of favorite authors, He has a style that reminds me of Heinlien, Wies, and Hickman.

3.0 out of 5 stars A Good Start, February 24, 2013
By Walter E. Parker Jr. "watson387" -

This review is from: The Merchant and the Menace (The Seraphinium) (Kindle Edition)

First off I LOVE the history and mythology of the Seraphim's world! The races, allegiances, towns, landscapes and creeds all mesh together quite nicely into an excellent fantasy setting. Kael Brelgson is, unbeknownst to him, destined for greatness. What starts for him as his first trading journey turns into revelation and catastrophe as he learns there is more to the world beyond his little town of Kelky and deals with the sudden death of a loved one. A lot is revealed in this first book, mostly through flashbacks and lessons taught to the boy by his newfound companions. The world and setting is laid out for the reader comprehensibly and Daniel McHugh paints a wonderful picture of character and landscape.

The only problem I have with the book is that while you learn a LOT about the Seraphim's world, the main storyline suffers for it as the frequent flashbacks and history lessons cause it to move terribly slowly. It seemed like a 442 page introduction rather that a standalone novel. It ends kind of abruptly, but it just made me want to hurry and purchase the next book to find out what happens next (which I'm assuming was Mr. McHugh's intention).

All in all I really enjoyed The Merchant and the Menace and I will definitely be purchasing the rest of the books in the series. Daniel McHugh has written a very good start to a story bound for greatness, and I'm more than happy to follow along for the ride.

5.0 out of 5 stars Daniel McHugh, pool and the pedestal Will read more ., February 25, 2013
By Grandma Lori -

This review is from: The Pool and the Pedestal (The Seraphinium) (Kindle Edition)
Great characters. Love this author. He keeps you longing for more.
I will need to find the next volume now


WARNING: SPOILERS
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Stuff!, February 28, 2013
By Walter E. Parker Jr. "watson387" -

This review is from: The Pool and the Pedestal (The Seraphinium) (Kindle Edition)

Although book 1 seemed slow going, this book 2 steps the story into high gear! With the help of the Grey Elves and others, the Zodrians are preparing for war with Amird's forces of chaos. New friends and foes are revealed and some surprises are in store for Kael and crew. Daniel McHugh paints wonderful portraits and creates very interesting characters (Granu, son of Grannak may very well be one of my faovorite characters I've ever read). I'm really loving this series now and can't wait to see what happens next! On to book 3!

MANY THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO READ AND REVIEW. IT KEEPS THE SYSTEM GOING AND IN CHECK. I LOVE THAT PEOPLE ARE WILLING TO HELP OTHERS FIND A GOOD READ. CHEERS! DAN MCHUGH.