The Bringer Of War

by Dylan Birtolo

The stand-alone sequel to The Shadow Chaser, an urban fantasy novel. Three months have passed since Darien Yost learned that the world was not all he believed it to be - that underneath the surface of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1435729374
• ISBN13: 9781435729377
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: lulu
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Urban Fantasy Novel

Darien and friends are back again in The Bringer of War, a fast paced, suspenseful addition to The Shadow Chaser. The fantastical world of shape-shifting is explored deeper and friendships are tested while Darien learns what it really means to embrace his destiny. Each chapter is told from a different character's point of view. I enjoyed the different perspectives, it gives the story more depth and brings out characters personalities. Like its predecessor, The Shadow Chaser, I really liked the descriptions and the flow of the novel. This author is an excellent writer, his words easily creating vivid mental pictures. There are a few holes in the story. For example, a few times in the book Richard wanders off on his own and comes back with information or items needed, but the author never shares any details of his errands. I would have liked to read about what Richard was doing while away from the main characters and who he was meeting with. Although The Bringer of War was written as a stand-alone sequel, I recommend reading The Shadow Chaser first to understand the journey the protagonist has experienced.

Good read

I thoroughly enjoyed this book; it has been a pleasure to watch the author mature in his work. Compared to The Shadow Chaser, the story line is more compelling from the beginning this time. Short chapters keep parallel action synchronized effectively. It's a pretty easy read, with enough action to keep the pages turning but still good bedtime reading. Vivid imagery really brings the animals to life. If you liked The Shadow Chaser, then you have to read this one, but don't consider that a prerequisite (it is "stand-alone" after all). I recommend this book to anyone with an imagination.