2011 Book Review #38: The Spirit Ring
Apr. 29th, 2011 12:33 pmTitle: The Spirit Ring
Author: Lois McMaster Bujold
Genre: Alternate history fantasy
Thingummies: 4
Synopsis: Fiametta's father, a master magesmith, may have refused to formally make her an apprentice, but has no trouble taking advantage of the free labor. Fiametta herself is not too put out to trade work for the opportunity to learn magic and maybe snag herself a handsome husband. But her pleasant life in a small Italian dukedom is shattered when a neighboring duke invades. With the help of an earnest young miner, Fiametta must risk the darkest of magics to save her town, her livelihood, and her father's soul.
Thoughts: ( So, what did you think? )
Author: Lois McMaster Bujold
Genre: Alternate history fantasy
Thingummies: 4
Synopsis: Fiametta's father, a master magesmith, may have refused to formally make her an apprentice, but has no trouble taking advantage of the free labor. Fiametta herself is not too put out to trade work for the opportunity to learn magic and maybe snag herself a handsome husband. But her pleasant life in a small Italian dukedom is shattered when a neighboring duke invades. With the help of an earnest young miner, Fiametta must risk the darkest of magics to save her town, her livelihood, and her father's soul.
Thoughts: ( So, what did you think? )