Night Masks

by R.A. Salvatore
Night Masks cover
Good Books rating 4.0
Fantasy, Young Adult, Adventure
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  • ID: 8392
  • Added: 2025-12-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-21
  • ISBN: 9780786954346
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Published: 2011-08-16
  • Reviews: 3

Cadderly, a young cleric torn between his scholarly past and his warrior-priest present, discovers the enigmatic Tome of Universal Harmony, a magical book that may hold the key to defeating the Chaos Curse. As he struggles to reconcile his spiritual and moral dilemmas, he and his friends are thrust into a perilous adventure, facing sinister killers and the assassins of the Night Mask in the treacherous streets of Carradoon. /n/n With the Chaos Curse still looming and new enemies at every turn, Cadderly must find the strength to uphold his faith and courage to overcome the dangers that lie ahead. The magical book from his priestly order calls to him in ways he cannot fully comprehend, adding another layer of complexity to his already tumultuous journey.

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The Storygraph · beorn_101 · 2025-12-21
great 4.50

The exploration of discovering one's divine purpose was compelling. The narrative effectively portrays the internal struggle of a chosen person.

This reviewer found the book's exploration of what it means to discover one's divine purpose to be particularly compelling. They appreciated how the narrative delved into the internal struggle of being chosen by a god, making it a thought-provoking and engaging read. The character development was well-executed, with a focus on the protagonist's emotional and spiritual journey. They enjoyed the depth and complexity of the story, which added a layer of richness to the overall reading experience.

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    It is a great exploration of what this process and discovering you are a chosen person by a god would be like.

    I think what works particularly well is that the narrative effectively portrays the internal struggle of a chosen person.

    The most compelling thing about this series is Cadderly's inner turmoil and his journey of self-discovery.

Amazon · 2025-12-21
positive 4.00

Cadderly's crisis of faith was well-handled, and the book was well-written overall. The action sequences were particularly enjoyable.

This reader was impressed with how Salvatore handled Cadderly's crisis of faith, finding it to be a well-executed and thought-provoking aspect of the story. They also appreciated the overall quality of the writing, which they found to be up to the high standards they expect from Salvatore. The action sequences were a highlight, adding excitement and momentum to the narrative. They enjoyed the book's balance of character development and action, making it a satisfying read.

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    Cadderly's crisis of faith was very well done and the book as a whole was as well written as you would expect from Salvatore.

    The action was good, even if there was a bit of predictability.

    The book as a whole was as well written as you would expect from Salvatore.

The Storygraph · 2025-12-21
mixed 3.50

The plot was predictable, but Cadderly's character development was well-executed. The addition of the Night Masks was a highlight.

This reviewer found the plot a bit too predictable, which slightly dampened their enjoyment. However, they appreciated the depth of Cadderly's character development, which added a layer of complexity to the story. The introduction of the Night Masks was particularly compelling, adding a fresh dynamic to the narrative. They enjoyed the exploration of Cadderly's inner turmoil, which made the book more engaging despite its predictable elements.

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    I liked the addition of the Night Masks but the plot was getting a little too predictable for my liking.

    Still, I liked Cadderly's character development in this book.

    The most compelling thing about this series is Cadderly's inner turmoil.

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