Shadow's Son
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Average rating2.9
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Ratings9
Average rating2.9
In Othir, he was at the top of the food chain. An assassin beyond compare. A dark shadow in the night. But Caim left that life behind when he helped an empress claim her throne. And now his past has come calling again. Searching for the truth behind the murder and disappearance of his parents, Caim discovers a land in thrall to the Shadow. Haunted by temptations from the Other Side, he becomes mired in a war he does not want to fight. But there are some things a son of the Shadow cannot ignore, and some fights from which he can’t run. In this battle, all of Caim’s strength and skill won’t be enough. For none can resist the Shadow’s Lure . . .
Series
4 primary booksShadow Saga is a 4-book series with 4 primary works first released in 2010 with contributions by Jon Sprunk and Christopher Golden.
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Well this book did not turn out to be how I thought it would. Instead of focusing on the assassins it instead carries on the story of Caim and his mysterious powers. Sure he is an assassin, but this isn't the point of the story, simply a secondary trait. Was I disappointed? Nope. I think the character building was great and the slow unveil of his abilities was executed well. The only gripe I do have with this book is with Caim and his ability to somehow never need to close wounds. He will be patched up, then soon be off fighting without the mention of bleeding or torn stitches. I wonder if this was just a point overlooked by the author, or a way for Sprunk to prove Caim was tough. Either way, it was a bit too unrealistic. I look forward to the next book, as this one was dedicated to character growth and introducing us to Jon Sprunk's world. I have a feeling we've only begun to see the dark magic Caim can control and I can't wait to learn more about its source.
