The plot is very difficult to summarize. Basically an empire is expanding most of the activity in the book is based around a military unit sent to an independent city state. There's all sorts of political machinations going on. The magic system used in the book is very well thought out. I'm always slightly concerned about books that have a glossary and list of characters but I didn't have to worry. Enough distinctive traits are mentioned to keep the cast straight. The terminology is also pretty easy to pick up.
Highly recommended! I'm off to order the second book in the series.
Is available through Abebooks.
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One of my favourite authors. I love his style. Currently on book six or seven!
Eoin
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