Talion: Revenant

by Michael A Stackpole
Talion: Revenant cover
Good Books rating 4.4
Fantasy
Technical
  • ID: 4157
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780553576566
  • Publisher: National Geographic Books
  • Published: 1997-03-31
  • Reviews: 3

In the Shattered Empire, Justices of the Talion are revered for their magick and martial prowess, upholding the law with unyielding authority. Nolan, a Justice born from the ashes of Sinjaria, finds himself bound by duty to protect the very king who orchestrated his family's demise. Sent to the court of Hamis, Nolan must confront the political turmoil and an assassin so deadly that even his masters believe him unstoppable. /n/nAs Nolan delves deeper into the court's intrigues, he faces not only the threat of the assassin but also the moral dilemma of his sworn duty. The story weaves a complex tapestry of vengeance, honor, and the struggle between personal justice and the law, set against the backdrop of a fractured empire.

Reviews
Fantasy Book Review · 2025-10-21
amazing 4.70

This is one of the best stand-alone novels, amazing and easy to read while also detailed and enjoyable. The book is highly recommended for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters.

The reviewer describes this book as one of the best stand-alone novels they have ever read, praising its amazing and easy-to-read style while also being detailed and enjoyable. They highlight the engaging narrative and well-developed characters, which make the story compelling from start to finish. The book is highly recommended for its ability to captivate readers with its intricate plot and well-crafted characters. The reviewer appreciates the balance between simplicity and depth, making it a standout in the fantasy genre.

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    Amazing. Easy to read while also detailed and enjoyable.

    This is one of the best stand-alone novels I have ever had the pleasure of reading.

    The book is highly recommended for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters.

Wickersham's Conscience · 2009-07-28
haunting 4.50

The book is a tour-de-force in fantasy tropes, readable and haunting. It's a deceptively simple story that echoes of J.R.R. Tolkien with its taut narrative.

The reviewer found the book to be a tour-de-force in fantasy tropes, highlighting its readability and haunting qualities. They appreciated the deceptively simple yet taut story, which echoes the style of J.R.R. Tolkien. The reviewer also noted the book's ability to weave together various fantasy elements seamlessly, making it a compelling read. The narrative is described as nimble and engaging, with a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after the last page.

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    A tour-de-force in fantasy tropes, it is readable and haunting.

    It's a deceptively simple, nimble and taut story that echoes of J.R.R. Tolkien.

    The story is a haunting tale of revenge and redemption.

SFFWorld · 2002-06-04
compelling 4.00

This is a well-told heroic fantasy with believable characters and fast-paced action. The story keeps the pages flying by with its engaging and thrilling narrative.

The reviewer praises the book as a well-told heroic fantasy, highlighting its believable characters and fast-paced action. They note that the story keeps the pages turning with its engaging and thrilling narrative. The reviewer appreciates the balance between character development and action, making it an exciting read. The book is described as a compelling adventure that captures the essence of heroic fantasy, with a narrative that is both entertaining and satisfying. The reviewer found the book to be a great addition to the fantasy genre, with its well-crafted story and memorable characters.

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    This is a well-told heroic fantasy with believable characters and fast paced action that keeps the pages flying by.

    The story is a compelling adventure that captures the essence of heroic fantasy.

    The book is a great addition to the fantasy genre, with its well-crafted story and memorable characters.

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