Kushiel's Scion

Jacqueline Carey
Warner Books (2006)
ISBN 044650002X
Reviewed by Paige Lovitt for Reader Views (8/06)

“Kushiel’s Scion” is the fourth book in the Kushiel Legacy series. It is also the first in a new trilogy that takes place in Terre d’Ange. It was the first book for me to read by this author. I was not disappointed. The story focuses on Imriel, who is a prince of the blood. As a child he had to endure serious abuse and betrayal. As an adult with a special gift, he fears that he does not have goodness within him, and that he will misuse his gift. His fears about this endeared him to me. He obviously was fighting to overcome some serious issues.

Carey writes in a manner in which her words flow in such a descriptive way that the visual images easily appeared to me. As a new reader to her series, I did not feel like I was left out. I do want to read her other novels because I enjoyed this one so much; however, the book does well in standing alone. Carey includes a “Dramatis Personae” list that reads like a cast of characters. This is really helpful to those just stepping into her story. I was able to look back at the list when I needed to and find out about certain characters.

The sensuality in the story, along with the intrigue, completely wrapped me up in the story. I did not want to put it down. Watching Imriel’s battle within himself over good and evil was very compelling. I look forward to catching up with Carey’s other novels.

I highly recommend “Kushiel’s Scion” to readers who enjoy sensual, intriguing, fantasies.

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