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Title: a good second book in this trilogy
Review: Darkness is a good tribute to the world Modesitt has developed. A military tale, Modesitt delves into the everyday boredom and gut clenching combat of a company of mounted militia who are pawns in the game of nations.He also develops the powers Captain Alucius has and introduces the alien danger threatening the Corean world.Modesitt heroes are ordinary people with extraordinary powers achieving amazing tasks. Luck, tenacity and skill allows Alucius to not only preserve his life but the life of his men. But in combat, it is not enough and his men and friends die.This world is an interesting blend of mechanical technology with magical powers. Gritty realism where the characters bleed and hurt.A very fast and enjoyable read and it leaves enough questions to eagerly await the third book.
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