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The world Morris has created in this series of novels is incredible. The characters all have some degree of mystical or magical powers. It's a world in which gods cohabit with human and give or take power on a whim. I was impressed with the way the author was able to weave together this fantasy world and make it so believable. I particularly liked the role of Tempus and his relationship with the Stepsons, especially with Crit. Although even Crit is guilty of the betrayal and lack of loyalty that proliferate this world where there's a constant fight for power and supremacy, as the Tysian locals, Rankan soldiers and Mygdonian refugees, all vie for power and control. Into this mix, throw in the anger and hatred between the gods, and you have a book so full of excitement that it's almost alive. As a case, when the god, Stormbringer, confronts Tempus while he is riding on account of his rage because his daughter, Jihan, is married to Tempus. Tempus maintained his cool as he challenged him in the following:
“Scare my horse, will you, inhuman lord of turbulence? I’ve cast off godly love for affront to my mount before. Begone, if You’ve no purpose here. I’ve no time to—“
And Stormbring responded: “Silence! Mortal toad. Spawn of dirt and blood. Have you not said the soul is water and from water comes the soul? You know your danger!”
Tempus came right back at him: “So You think to affright me? Am I not plagued with Your daughter? Is it not enough to torture me, that You must threaten me into the bargain? I’ve called it quits with gods and their untimely aid and comfort. Get Thee back to Thine unearthly home!”
Stormbringer will not be denied: “My daughter, mortal-lover, is with you. More, she craves to stay with you, at any cost. Her power and her heritage she petitions to forfeit, to be a wife to you and spread her legs for you and bear a child to you when, but for you, she would be the honored consort of the entelechy of dreams! I hold you responsible for this! Dissuade her, affected demigod, or the sufferings of your wasted youth will be nothing to the torture of your endless old age! Be warned!”
I can go on and on. This is excellent stuff. The work of a brilliant storyteller, with compelling plot, and masterful dialogue – battles, politics, wars, romance, it has it all. Great series!


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Beyond the Veil Sacred Band Series Janet Morris 9780989210089 Books Reviews

“Beyond the Veil” continues the adventures of “The Riddler” Tempus Thales and “Stealth” Nikodemus or Niko in a world filled with wizards, warriors, sorcerers and Gods. The characters are powerful beyond the ability of mortal men, but what makes these “Beyond” books tick is the angst that the heroes wrestle with. Their emotional pain is palpable, and far more damaging than the cut of any sword blow. Though this is a story that takes place in a fantastical realm, you will recognize the heroic conflict as something each of us has to deal with in our daily lives.

The novel begins with the murder of a courier that portends the outbreak of a major conflict. Tempus is reunited with a woman who claims to be his daughter, but he isn’t the type of figure who is allowed the luxury of parental regret. He is a noble leader who adopts all of his charges, and learning of his daughter only means that his responsibilities go from ten thousand to ten thousand and one.

The upcoming conflict causes Tempus to recall his troops and that means a message is sent to Niko who has retreated to a meditative isle in an attempt to repair himself mentally after the traumas he was subjected to in “Beyond Sanctuary.” The internal dialogues of Niko are fascinating as he meticulously attempts to reconstruct a solid foundation for himself, but the Stepson messenger who comes to recall him unwittingly violates the rules of Niko’s sacred order and robs him of his quest for inner peace.

I was especially captivated by Niko in this novel. His episode is almost like a vignette in the center of the book. It’s related to the overall theme, but it is itself undeniably fascinating and could be the subject of a novel all on its own. Niko reminded me of Odysseus trapped on Calypso’s island, and it is only appropriate that he leaves by ship to be intercepted by the master of dreams.

There is a certain dream quality to this whole series. Although “Beyond the Veil” is the second book in the series, it certainly can be read and enjoyed on its own as a starting point to the Stepson novels. Tempus Thales, demigod, hovers in the background in the role of the burdened all-seeing all-father, but the heavy lifting is often left to other, weaker, mortal and fallible characters. All of these are interesting. Whether they are weak or strong they will not be portrayed in a cliché. Every word Morris elects is with surgical precision, and you better pay attention as you read or you’ll be sliced from the narrative as if by the cut of an immortalized weapon.

This is fantasy as it was meant to be, and you cannot call yourself a fan of the genre without adding this book to your collection. Morris could have event taught the great Robert E. Howard a thing or two.
Just when you start to feel sorry for Roxanne, she goes and messes it up. Nice insight into the main characters!!
Once again, I was delighted to read a tale that had depth, breadth, murder, intrigue and double-crosses left right and centre.
But what to say without giving too much away?
Someone is trying to send Tempus secret messages, vital to the stability of the region. However, 'someone else' is equally as determined to make sure those messages never get through. But who?
The only person who may hold a key to what is happening is a victim of murder, so the Stepsons are forced to turn to their Hazard Mage, Randal, for help. What he learns sets in motion a series of events that indirectly leads to alliances neither Tempus - or his beloved men really want. Treachery abounds. But who among the Tysian locals, Rankan soldiers, and Mygdonian refugees and defectors can be trusted?
And what happens when Tempus realizes just how effective fighting fire with fire - or in this case - magic with magic - can actually be? Will the Stepsons be happy?
Janet creates a fantastic world with characters you can readily relate to, (and those you just want to strangle - Roxanne!), and blends them into a most entertaining story.
Sorry if this review doesn't give much of the plot away. I never do that. However, what I can say, is you won't be disappointed. If you enjoy great fantasy stories with great plots, I can guarantee you'll love this series.
I've already brought the following 2 books - Beyond Wizardwall and The Sacred Band, and can't wait to get into them.
The world Morris has created in this series of novels is incredible. The characters all have some degree of mystical or magical powers. It's a world in which gods cohabit with human and give or take power on a whim. I was impressed with the way the author was able to weave together this fantasy world and make it so believable. I particularly liked the role of Tempus and his relationship with the Stepsons, especially with Crit. Although even Crit is guilty of the betrayal and lack of loyalty that proliferate this world where there's a constant fight for power and supremacy, as the Tysian locals, Rankan soldiers and Mygdonian refugees, all vie for power and control. Into this mix, throw in the anger and hatred between the gods, and you have a book so full of excitement that it's almost alive. As a case, when the god, Stormbringer, confronts Tempus while he is riding on account of his rage because his daughter, Jihan, is married to Tempus. Tempus maintained his cool as he challenged him in the following
“Scare my horse, will you, inhuman lord of turbulence? I’ve cast off godly love for affront to my mount before. Begone, if You’ve no purpose here. I’ve no time to—“
And Stormbring responded “Silence! Mortal toad. Spawn of dirt and blood. Have you not said the soul is water and from water comes the soul? You know your danger!”
Tempus came right back at him “So You think to affright me? Am I not plagued with Your daughter? Is it not enough to torture me, that You must threaten me into the bargain? I’ve called it quits with gods and their untimely aid and comfort. Get Thee back to Thine unearthly home!”
Stormbringer will not be denied “My daughter, mortal-lover, is with you. More, she craves to stay with you, at any cost. Her power and her heritage she petitions to forfeit, to be a wife to you and spread her legs for you and bear a child to you when, but for you, she would be the honored consort of the entelechy of dreams! I hold you responsible for this! Dissuade her, affected demigod, or the sufferings of your wasted youth will be nothing to the torture of your endless old age! Be warned!”
I can go on and on. This is excellent stuff. The work of a brilliant storyteller, with compelling plot, and masterful dialogue – battles, politics, wars, romance, it has it all. Great series!