I almost deducted one star in a cloud of self pity because of it.

It appears it will be another 6 months or so (Fall 2011) till I can learn how the story ends and I found that more frustrating than I expected. Great characters and great plot.However, this is actually half a story, as book one leaves off with a huge cliffhanger leaving the ominous trials hinted to come for both protagonists so high in the air you can't breathe. It appears it will be another 6 months or so (.moreYes this epic story deserves five stars, not only for great writing and a setting in a fascinating but not overly complex fantasy world, but also for a satisfying romance that builds slowly as is appropriate for the story. Yes this epic story deserves five stars, not only for great writing and a setting in a fascinating but not overly complex fantasy world, but also for a satisfying romance that builds slowly as is appropriate for the story. Note: This edition is a re-release of the same novel first published in 2010 by Guiltless Pleasure Publishing. For nothing less than the fate of both their peoples rests on the power of their perseverance-and their love.

Teetering on a dagger’s edge between duty and high treason, Freyrik discovers that some choices can change a life, and some an entire world.īetween prejudice, politics, pride, and survival, Ayden and Freyrik must carve a new path, no matter how daunting. Freyrik’s always known elves to be beautiful and dangerous, but never has one affected him as deeply as Ayden.

When he’s captured in battle, he is enslaved in the service of a human prince, Freyrik Farr. The midlands are rotting with decadence and despair.Įlfkind, estranged by past crimes, watches and waits for nature to run its course.Īyden’s life has long been guided by two emotions: love for his sister, and hatred of all things human. The outlands are soaked with the blood of the fallen. Depleted by generations of war with a race of dark beasts, humanity stands on the brink of extinction.

Counterpoint by rachel haimowitz