Title: Resurrection
Author: Paul S. Kemp
First published April 1, 2005
369 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780786939817 (ISBN10: 0786939818)
Rating: 4.12
Overview
After years of captivity, Danifae Yauntyrr has finally gained her freedom. But her quest for revenge against Halisstra Melarn is far from over.
With newfound power and ambition, Danifae sets out to kill Halisstra, but she is not alone on this dangerous path. Quenthel and Pharaun follow her into the Demonweb Pits, a world full of demonic spiders hungry for anything in their way, including Lolth’s chosen vessel.
Meanwhile, Halisstra wields the fabled Crescent Blade, seeking to find Lolth before the Spider Queen completes her resurrection. Join them on this perilous journey, where alliances are formed and broken, and the fate of the Underdark hangs in the balance.
About the Author
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Editoral Review
Resurrection is a thrilling fantasy novel that was penned by Paul S. Kemp in 2005.
The book belongs to the classic heroic fantasy genre, where readers immerse themselves in a world of magic, unimaginable powers, and supernatural creatures. Kemp is a renowned author who has written a series of fantasy books, including Star Wars and Forgotten Realms.
Kemp’s style is unique, combining aspects of dark fantasy, horror, and suspense to create a world that is both captivating and terrifying. The story is set in the dark city of Thay, where the protagonist, Vasen Cale, is resurrected from the dead to serve King Szass Tam, a powerful lich who rules the area.
Vasen is given an impossible task, to stop a rebellion led by the beautiful and fearless Jenetta, a task which would require him to choose between his loyalty to the king and his newfound empathy towards the oppressed people of Thay. Along the way, he encounters dangers and challenges that will test his strength, courage, and loyalty.
The plot of Resurrection is carefully crafted, with a perfect balance between action, suspense, and character development. Kemp properly introduces and develops the main characters in a way that allows the reader to empathize with their struggles and aspirations.
The author also explores deeper themes such as sacrifice, redemption, and enslavement, which make the plot more profound. The characters are well crafted and multi-dimensional, with unique personalities and motivations.
Vasen, the protagonist, is a complex character who struggles to understand his new reality after being resurrected. He is torn between his loyalty to his king and his new-found humanity, a conflict that readers can relate to.
Jenetta, the rebel leader, is a strong female character who is both powerful and vulnerable. Her determination and bravery inspire the people of Thay to rise up against the tyrannical king.
Kemp’s writing style is excellent, with a mastery of language that creates vivid imagery of the dark and dangerous city of Thay. The pacing of the book is perfect, with enough action and suspense to keep the reader engaged throughout the book.
The author also cleverly weaves a backstory that helps build the history and culture of Thay. As with any book, there are some minor flaws that readers may note.
The author relies heavily on the use of flashbacks, which may create some confusion for readers who are not paying attention. Also, the ending is slightly abrupt, leaving some loose ends that may leave readers unsatisfied.
Overall, Resurrection is a well-crafted, gripping, and thought-provoking book that fantasy readers will enjoy. Kemp’s unique writing style creates a world that is both immersive and vivid, with characters that are relatable and complex.
The book is suitable for a mature audience, given the dark themes explored in the story. I highly recommend Resurrection to any reader looking for a thrilling and captivating fantasy read.
It is a well-written book that will keep you engaged until the last page. I give it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
