World Famous Comics: Dragon Bones (The Hurog Duology, Book 1)
Dragon Bones (The Hurog Duology, Book 1)
By: Patricia Briggs Publisher: Ace Average Rating: Binding: Mass Market Paperback Label: Ace Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 304 Publication Date: February 26, 2002
Product Description: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iron Kissed—a magical tale.
Riding into a war that’s heating up on the border, Ward, the new lord of Herzog, is sure he’s on the fast track to glory. But soon his mission takes a deadly turn. For he has seen a pile of magical dragon bones hidden deep beneath Hurog Keep. The bones could prove to be dangerous in the wrong hands, and Ward is certain his enemies will stop at nothing to possess them.
I'd give it 10 stars if I could I have to admit that I'm a fantasy aficionado--which means that I love 'em all. However, this book is my absolute favorite of any book in my library. I read it as a treat any time I'm needing to regroup and never miss re-reading a word. I think I've read this duology a dozen times at least and I'm positive that I'll read them 5 times that with joy.
As others have stated, these books have it all. But for me, the best part of these books is the world that was created--that I keep wanting to return to as soon as I read the last word.
Thank you, Patricia, for creating this world for us; and for writing two books that never fail to make me smile. I love all of Ms. Briggs books and buy them for her name alone--knowing that she is a phenomenal author and will always succeed in telling her stories with humor and compassion.
Gripping Fantasy I'm not going to talk about the details of what the book is about.. Just say that it is pure fantasy. I found it to be a gripping story with good character development and running the gamut from serious to humorous.
How good it is? well I've read it at least 4 times.
Great characters! I LOVE this book! (I love all her books actually - at least the ones I've read so far). The characters are well-developed, their interactions with each other are realistic and wonderful, the people aren't all perfectly perfect - they have flaws yet I still care about them and what happens to them. She is great about weaving pertinent information into the story, giving the reader the chance (and respect) to come to an understanding while reading rather than presenting facts in a nice neat boring wrapped gift with a bow on top.
deceptively small, ample execution [no spoilers] "Dragon Bones" decisively starts "The Hurog Duology" with straightforward character and plot developments and moderate magic. The author does not overwhelm the reader with environmental descriptions or politics but focuses on following Wardwick, heir to Hurog Keep, as he adjusts to new acquired responsibilities given his troubled past. Various persons are well portrayed and the undemanding intrigue captures ones attention effectively in the small novel.
Wardwick effortlessly narrates in a first person point of view his thoughts and decisions to protect his followers from the many threats within and outside Hurog Keep. Ward's humor helps lighten the overwhelming obstacles facing him. Pretty much every character involved is rather engaging, especially Ward's "distant cousin" Oreg and body servant Axiel.
There are disturbing insinuations and moments, which may be questionable for young readers. A detailed map of the significant terrains and comprehensive appendix would have been useful.
Thank you.
I LOVED This Book! This is the tale of a hero and his struggle to become what he believes he can be against incredible odds. Ward has played a simpeton since he was twelve-years-old in order to stay alive. Now, it's time to stop pretending. But has he played the fool for too long? Can he find himself again? Are the dragons really gone?
The end of this book left me with chills of joy and Patricia Briggs has been added to my list of most favorite authors.
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