Jaida Jones and Danielle Bennett wrote their first novel together, Havemercy, over the Internet-Jones in New York, Bennett in British Colombia. They now shuttle between apartments in Victoria and Brooklyn, which makes their collaboration much easier. They are also the authors of Dragon Soul.
"An absolute charmer of a book: at once exciting, romantic, and
funny."—Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn
"These ladies write like a house on fire, delivering fantasy's most
pleasant surprise since Temeraire himself took wing in 2006...An
impressive debut."—SFReviews.net
“Delivers plenty of thrilling action.”—Booklist
“A unique and imaginative blend of epic fantasy, steampunk, humor,
and heroism.”—SF Crowsnest.com
This entertaining sequel to 2008's fantasy epic Havemercy extends Jones and Bennett's successful blend of cultural diversity and social commentary into postwar diplomacy. After defeating the Ke-Han Empire, loosely based on Japan's shogun tradition, the kingdom of Volstov, reminiscent of imperial Rome, sends an odd peace delegation to the Ke-Han capital, which is reeling from defeat and the consequent ritual suicide of its emperor. Quirky magician Caius Greylace and brusque General Alcibiades present Volstov's view of the convoluted political intrigue that ensues, while the appealing young Ke-Han prince Mamoru and his ultra-loyal personal servant Kouje flee the wrath of Mamoru's brother, the insane new emperor Iseul. Deft characterizations even of minor players, broad humor, convincing dialogue and sure-handed timing, especially in the dueling scenes, make this novel an outstanding example of world-building and good old-fashioned fun. (Aug.) Copyright 2009 Reed Business Information.
"An absolute charmer of a book: at once exciting, romantic, and
funny."-Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn
"These ladies write like a house on fire, delivering fantasy's most
pleasant surprise since Temeraire himself took wing in 2006...An
impressive debut."-SFReviews.net
"Delivers plenty of thrilling action."-Booklist
"A unique and imaginative blend of epic fantasy, steampunk, humor,
and heroism."-SF Crowsnest.com
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