Book 3 of the Blood of Kings series from Marcher Lord Press.
I told you I'd get into this book just as soon as it arrived on my door step. I did. And I enjoyed the final segment as much as the first two. I love the covers.
Okay, all my favorite characters are back and into as much trouble as ever. The main characters, Achan and Vrell, continue to grow and learn and be tested and grow. Jill brought in another of my favorite literary devices (remember we've already had girl in disguise as a boy, king in disguise as a peasant, or in this case, a stray,) now we have some amnesia. I love that as long as it doesn't drag on beyond the need.
There are great spiritual truths. There are great spiritual themes throughout the novel. Trust God being the overarching one I picked up. There are some great one-liners and witty quips. Still, my favorite line is from Achan, during his first blood voicing lesson with the duchess. Upon realizing that he has traveled from his sick bed, and is looking down upon the castle, past his bare legs, he exclaims to his friend, I am well, Shung. It's just … She took me into the Veil and … No pants, Shung! No pants!
Obviously, I highly recommend this series. Enjoy. I can't imagine how you wouldn't.
