The Wizardry Compiled

This sequel to Wizard's Bane picks up after Wiz's victory of the Dark League. The remnants of the Dark League want William Irving "Wiz" Zumwalt, computer programmer and worker of magic, dead and there are wizards who wish his changing of the laws of magic were put an end to. Wiz begins work to write a new magic "compiler" which will help to end the abuses of magic that followed his discovery of magical "programming," but when he suddenly (and mysteriously) disappears someone needs to finish his work. And so his wife and confidant Moira journeys to Earth to recruit a batch of computer specialist for a "secret project."I must say that I loved Wizard's Bane, and this book is a worthy follow-up. I really enjoyed the system of magic that Robin Cook used in this book, and I must say that I enjoyed the story and characters immensely! I highly recommend this light-hearted swords-and-sorcery fantasy to you.

It's an interesting premise with astonishing results. Rick Cook had me hooked through all 5 of his "Wiz" books (BTW, that's Zumwalt, not Grumwalt) - and I usually don't stick around past the third one. Looking forward to a sixth! I enjoyed the witty dialogue and, although I am not a programmer, managed to understand most references. It also increased my desire to learn more about programming. (I actually went to the library and took out a few books on FORTH) If you are interested in computers and fantasy, and are looking for a light read, this series is a must.