The Redemption of Althalus by Leigh Eddings and David Eddings is a fantasy adventure where the goddess Dweia enlists the help of masterthief Althalus to battle her brother Daeva. The book follows their journey as they strike a deal to teach each other different values, leading to an engaging and fun read. The plot involves tactical battles, witty banter, and a unique element of using doors to travel through time and space, all while exploring themes of morality and the battle between good and evil.
The writing style of the book is described as effortless, with endearing characters and a plot that starts strong but may lose some readers towards the end. Some readers find the book to be a perfect standalone fantasy adventure, while others appreciate the mix of sci-fi elements and the not-so-typical hero in Althalus. Overall, the book is seen as a fun and enjoyable ride with memorable characters and a unique approach to the classic fantasy genre.
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From The Publisher:
David and Leigh Eddings were mythmakers and world builders of the first order. With The Redemption of Althalus, the authors of the Belgariad and Malloreon sagas created a thrilling stand-alone epic-boldly written and brilliantly imagined.
It would be sheer folly to try to conceal the true nature of Althalus, for his flaws are the stuff of legend. He is, as all men know, a thief, a liar, an occasional murderer, an outrageous braggart, and a man devoid of even the slightest hint of honor.
Yet of all the men in the world, it is Althalus, unrepentant rogue and scoundrel, who will become the champion of humanity in its desperate struggle against the forces of an ancient god determined to return the universe to nothingness. On his way to steal The Book from the House at the End of the World, Althalus is confronted by a cat-a cat with eyes like emeralds, the voice of a woman, and the powers of a goddess.
She is Dweia, sister to The Gods and a greater thief even than Althalus. She must be: for in no time at all, she has stolen his heart. And more. She has stolen time itself. For when Althalus leaves the House at the End of the World, much wiser but not a day older than when he'd first entered it, thousands of years have gone by.
But Dweia is not the only one able to manipulate time. Her evil brother shares the power, and while Dweia has been teaching Althalus the secrets of The Book, the ancient God has been using the dark magic of his own Book to rewrite history. Yet all is not lost. But only if Althalus, still a thief at heart, can bring together a ragtag group of men, women, and children with no reason to trust him or each other.
Praise for The Redemption of Althalus
"Highly recommended . . . Featuring a cast of engaging characters, some fanciful plot twists, and a light-hearted atmosphere that should appeal strongly to fans and first-time readers alike."-Library Journal
"The story takes off. The interactions between characters, straightforward plotting, and doses of wry humor keep the tale humming."-Booklist
"An engaging young reprobate hero . . . [A] magical realm of good-natured fun."-Publishers Weekly
"A compelling, involving story."-Science Fiction Chronicle
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About the Author:
David Eddings (1931-2009) published his first novel, High Hunt, in 1973, before turning to the field of fantasy with the…
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