A Hero Born

Yeah, I've never come across a book quite like this. Stackpole really managed to create a very unique and fascinating setting. The characters are fleshed-out individuals too. See, a long time ago, some wizards screwed up a massive ritual. Now, except for a nation that the wizards reclaimed from the destruction, most of the world is ruled by a twisting wave of chaos, that inevitably and unpredictably changes everything it touches--including adventurers. Yet, there are those who for one reason or another feel compelled to venture into that chaos. Such a one is the hero, Locke. Locke seems like the flattest of all the characters in the book, but trust me, he's not. Meanwhile, the other 'chaos-riders' are amazing examples of characters. Magicians, mutants, and warriors, one way or another each character gets drafted into Locke's mission. And the best part is, you don't figure out the answers till the very end!Though it's good, the second book in the series focuses on a different character, which I find unfair. So here's hoping another one turns up soon!

When I read all the books my 8th grade teacher had available (the books my teacher we like a 6th grade reading level to me), I went in search of a book. Not just any book. I was looking for a challenge and I came upon this book. I picked it up thinking, what a weird cover. I started reading it and immediatly got hooked. I bought it from the store, took it home, went to my room, and never came out for hours. When I finished the book I read it again. I can't wait to read the second book! Michael A. Stackpole is now my favorite author. Keep up the good work!

This was the first book I've read by Michael Stackpole, and what a good book! I was given the book as a must read and it is. Stackpole combines all the elements of a great fantasy-uncertainty, the fight between good and evil and a good ending that begs for more, but is enough in its own right. He keeps the ending as a surprise but once you get there you say, Yes, thats what should be. I am looking forward to the next one.

I found the book very interesting and fun to read. I have vision problems and so i can't read or look at anything for too long but i couldn't help myself when i got to this book. i couldnt put it down and i had to finish reading it to the end. I found it very enjoyable as i also "fell" for locke and xoayya.

This books was a great start to a new series, with interesting characters and concoluted plot twists that can be resolved later. He creates a whole new world that is just begging to be populated. This one is definately worth it. Read a review of the second book before buying it, though.