Acacia: the War with the Mein (Acacia Series #1)

Great Read

I do a lot of reading and I find that a lot of books end up becoming predictable about a quarter to half way through. This book however kept me guessing and the author did things that surprised me. The world and characters are incedible and the lines between good and evil are thin to nonexistant! You really get into the mind set of all the characters and care about them. With that said, if you want a story that is uber stacked with magic and such, this is not the book for you. If you like a story driven less on fantastical magical feats and more about the characters, politics, mystery and history of a world then this is the book for you. Simply awesome!

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

This one is great for epic fantasy fans that enjoy intelligent w

This one is great for epic fantasy fans that enjoy intelligent writing, even if it's occasionally somewhat dry and over-long in sections. So upfront you know why 4 stars instead of 5, but that's the *only* reason. Durham's first unfolds with skillful world-building as well as skillful character development. Inner ruminations of characters and their morals and ideas are conflicting, just like real life :) I like my "magic" understated yet an integral element to the story, which to me is what makes the best kind of fantasy novels... and this one delivers.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

awkward, clunky, long

An awkward, clunky fantasy novel. Worse, it's an awkward, clunky, much too long fantasy novel. I made myself slog through it as penance for actually having paid money to download it. No desire at all to read the sequel.

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Power of four

What a wonderful book and truly an awesome epic. The book speak of 4 different children/characters throughout the book which allows you into and gives you perspective in the lives of different people. Watching them grow in a life of heartache and betrayal. The 4 children are shipped off in different directions along with different lifestyles. This book is top-notch fantasy with a different edge. Stunning places that draw you in and you can almost breathe the air in the places you read about....I would reccommend this book although i did not give it a full five stars, It is well worth the read and the wait for part 2.....Enjoy!!!!

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Great writing

Well written, great world building... memorable characters...

loved it

really really good series so far. can't wait for the next book! loved the characters and the story was nice and complex. the only complaint i have is that everyone says "Understand?" when they're explaining something. everyone. but other than that, it's a great read. if you're a fan of wheel of time, or grrm, and want to read something good to hold you off until the next books i recommend this series, as well as the briar king by greg keyes.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

A good read for the Fantasy Escapism Fan.

I am looking forward to escaping with the rest of the trilogy.

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so here's the thing...

I'm one of those people who HATES, with a passion I might add, fantasy/sci-fi novels. I mean I couldnt even get past page 32 of The Hobit. However, with this novel, I guess I have to take it all back. On a whim, i purchased it, and I devoured it. Pick it up and only then you'll know what I'm talking about. Its highly recommended.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

What a story!

With me this book rates at the highest possible. The story, the characters, the history, the imagination, the development of the plots are all done with excellence. I really hated to have it end although with Corinn running around as the 'Queen', there has to be other books coming and I look forward to reading every single one of them and you should too!

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

One of The Best Fantasy Novels!!!

David Anthony Durham leads you on an exciting adventure of trust and betrayal. The world of Acacia is very elaborate with distinct nations and landmarks. The descriptions of the world that you embark in is extrordinary. Trust, betrayal, and loyalty are all tested in this novel. This is a must read. Picking up the book when I first received it via FedEx, I was not disappointed in having put aside another novel to read this. I am thirsty to see how this tale unfolds in the following novels. Mr. Durham writes fantasy like he has been doing so for years. I am eager to read other books that he has written. The development in the characters in this book is astounding. Realizing finally who the characters are later in the book is astounding from when you first meet them.

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