A higher level story than the first book, if you like, as Ragnarson and friends go from low level positions to being influential leaders in major military and political roles. Details the conflict between those opposed to, and with elements of the Dread Empire - which has its own pair of antagonistic leaders pulling it in two directions. 3.5 out of 5
The action heats up
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
This second Dread Empire volume establishes the main setting of the series. The characters begin to settle into their roles as they deal with civil and international war. The battles and politics are intricate and realistic, as are the characters. The book is self-contained, but sets up the premise for volume three, All Darkness Met.
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