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First, as a reader I enjoy the author's writing style. I find it to be personal, genuine and warm. Nick truly does have an inspirational story to share. Unfortunately, this particular effort did not match my expectation for a... [Read on]
The first thing I thought as I read this book was how light and easy it was to read. To clarify, many novels that deal with Medieval stories with their battles and mystical creatures can seem so dense with plots that twist and turn, taking our... [Read on]
When I first found out that Sigmund Brouwer's "Merlin's Instruments" was being followed by a sequel, I very impatiently waited for my copy to arrive. However, my anticipation was not met with the excitement I had built up for it. It wasn't bad,... [Read on]
When I finished the first book in Sigmund Brower’s “Merlin’s Immortals” series, I was eager for book two to arrive and it has not disappointed. “Fortress of Mist” picks up the story from “The Orphan King” and continues to run at a wonderful pace... [Read on]
Fortress of Mist is book two of the Merlin's Immortals series. The story follows Thomas, an orphan who has just retaken control of his family's kingdom of Mangus. Thomas is immediately approached by a mysterious group, bearing a strange symbol,... [Read on]
What an absolutely delightful book to read! The front cover says "how one ordinary family traded the American dream for God's greater purpose" and I really enjoyed finding out how that happened and why. I appreciated how real this book was,... [Read on]
"The throne is redeemed, but the battle is just beginning. In the dark corners of an ancient land, evil lurks in the shadows. Powerful druids haunt the spaces of their lost territory. Double-minded noblemen fight for domain and... [Read on]
Once in a while I am offered books that I think my sons will enjoy and that is why I chose Fortress of Mist this time by Sigmund Brouwer. The description talked about kingdoms and battles and I knew it would be right up their alley I did not... [Read on]
When a new Sigmund Brouwer book came across my desk I jumped at the chance to read and review it. I am a fan of his historical Legends of Laramie series and contemporary Fuse of Armageddon novel. His new Merlin’s Immortals Series for young... [Read on]
This book had all the potential to be amazing. The characters were there, but the plot was lacking. I was unable to read past the first chapter. This might have been because I did not read the first book, however, I wish that the plot had been... [Read on]