Title: Believable characters and fast paced action
Product review: Even though this book is supposedly aimed at a much younger age group (I'm in my mid-30's), I picked it up about a week ago and thoroughly enjoyed reading both it and its sequel, COURT DUEL. Sherwood Smith has the rare ability to write fully realized characters, flaws and all, and interesting action sequences. I wish more authors and screenwriters would acquire this talent. Usually, when I read a book written for this age group, I find myself skimming sections of description or dialogue. That didn't happen with either book. If you enjoy reading fast-paced action and characters who actually develop and grow over the course of a story, get both books. My mother, who is well into her 60's, also enjoyed them very much. I would recommend them for most age groups who enjoy fantasy and action.
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