Raymond E FeistA Magical StorytellerUpdated April 2010 Raymond E Feist, author of some of the best fantasy novels written, is a master storyteller who has never wavered from high quality narrative, imaginative plotting and fascinating characters who can hold readers enthralled from page one to the next. It is true of his first series “The Riftwar Saga” (1982 ff), it is also true of his “Flight of the Nighthawks” (2005) and subsequent novels right up to this year 2010. You can’t ask for more really. His newest series "Demonwars Saga", beginning with "Rides A Dread legion" is simply a great read - and totally up to his usual standard. What sets Feist apart from many writers of series is that each new volume that comes from his pen is as fresh and as interesting as his very first novel. We are able to re-visit many old favorite characters - but always in context with the new story and never just repetition of hackneyed phraseolgy. One of the better things too is that Feist always introduces new and just as fascinating characters - both good and evil. Throughout the various series of his books he has lost none of his originality, imagination and writing skill - and his books all retain that need to keep reading on and on. He can ratchet up the tension, holding us spellbound with the seemingly limitlessness of his imagination. There is absolutely no contrivance - just sheer good storytelling and spellbinding narrative. In my mind there is no doubt he is a ‘must read’ author if you like this genre or want to be introduced to it. I do recommend you read them in order – yes, right from the very beginning! It is worth it as you will experience an ongoing pleasure for your summer reading or just reading for relaxation before sleep time or whenever. I think one of the reasons his books work so well is that he makes his characters ones you care about – and thus look forward to seeing their ‘history’ evolve in subsequent novels. Some of the following follow on from the previous – and others tell of various interludes or are about further tales of characters who were introduced in a series. Click the Crydee Logo to visit his website
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