Title: Reads like CliffsNotes (does not live up to the hype)
Product review: Sure, the current rule of fantasy writing seems to be that books must be 800+ pages and be part of a 3 - 10 novel series. That can be great, but it can also be tedious so I'm always on the look out for shorter novels that are well ranked by Amazon. There are a few out there that I've been impressed by and I was hoping that Magician Apprentice and Master would be the same. Unfortunately, they weren't. Both novels feel rushed and lacking in the detail that makes other fantasy worlds feel real. As a result, the characters ring hollow and while there are interesting ideas, execution is poor. If you want something better read the original Shannara trilogy, the first 4 Malazan novels, the first 3 or so Wheel of Time novels, the first Recluce novel, Friedman, Farlan, Harris. You get the idea. Just don't burn your time here.
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