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The Charmed Sphere (Paperback)

by Catherine Asaro (Author)
3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

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Once a revered shape mage, Chime, an outcast in Aronsdale, and Lord Muller, the former heir of the new king, join forces to expose a deadly scheme to take over the kingdom, a quest that will either forge their destinies or bring about their demise. Original.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Charming is a good word for it., July 1 2004
By Deborah Fredericks "fantasy author" (Spokane, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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I found this a pleasantly light read. One could even say fluffy. Although it was fun, it didn't live up to Asaro's reputation. All of the characters were a little thin, but I felt the villains were weak. Anvil the Forged, especially, became very indignant that his enemies actually stood up to him, and I thought that was silly. (Of course they stood up to him -- they were his enemies!) That said, I still enjoyed the book and will look for more from Asaro.

Deby Fredericks, author of THE MAGISTER'S MASK.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasing, readable fantasy, but lacking real punch, Jun 26 2004
By Alcairha (White Plains, NY United States) - See all my reviews
I am a huge fan of Catherine Asaro, but this book is a little bit too fluffy for me. It has the same theme as the Skolian Empire series - the "good" empaths vs. the "evil" anti-empaths who need to dominate, but the evil-doers, King Varquelle and Anvil the Forged, have been softened and weakened to the point of lacking any punch. Asaro seems to be afraid of genuine confrontation and adversity in this novel - very different from her powerful Skolian series. Iris, who takes away Chime's throne with her superior abilities, becomes her best friend. The deaf and mute king immediately loves Iris. Muller, the bumbling prince, is a refreshing character, who stumbles until almost the very end - but even here there is not enough tension. Overall a pleasant, light read, but I hope that Catherine Asaro sticks with the futuristic Cyborg novels that are her forte.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Engrossing tale, but choppy, Jun 4 2004
By Woodbuckley (Australia) - See all my reviews
I very much enjoyed this fantasy tale, of two sets of young lovers forced together by custom and the needs of their country. This is a well created world of Aronsdale, actually a small kingdom set within a wider world of which we are only given small glimpses. Charm Headwind was plucked from a happy life because of her magical mage abilities. Muller Dawnfield was forced into his role as heir to his uncle King Doran after the death of his son and grandson. Accordingly they are meant to wed for the sake of Aronsdale. However, a new possible female mage is found in the person of Iris and then the plot thickens and deepens with the discovery by her of Jarid the true heir to the throne. The kingdom is then threatened by the more powerful neighbouring kingdom of Harsdown and an evil dark mage.
The love stories are well to the fore and are presented with a sensitive touch. All four lovers are sympathetic and each has a different set of personal demons to grapple with and overcome.
The story kept me reading, it had suspense and well drawn secondary characters in support. I will look forward to another tale set in this world - there are several vague loose ends that appear set to be picked up to that end.
However, there were frequent jarring phrasings and words that ought to have been ironed out by the editorial process. The villain was also set up in an interesting way, but at the end the entire premise collapsed most unconvincingly. Indeed the final scenes regarding the fate of Harsdown were irritating, especially after so much that was good.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Magical
This is one of the best books I have read in a while. If you like a little romance and magic. You'll love the book.
Published on April 13 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars Half-hearted magic scheme
This is far from the worst book I have ever read, but it seems like a lackluster magic-concept. There was no explanation for WHY magic users worked through colors and shapes... Read more
Published on April 5 2004 by Fuzzles

5.0 out of 5 stars A Magical World
Both Muller and Chime have responsibilities that they don't want to have, but they have to face their destiny. Read more
Published on Mar 9 2004 by Leya Kleist

5.0 out of 5 stars Charmed in EVERY way
Charmed Sphere held me from page one. Catherine Asaro has created a landscape full of magic, tenderness, compassion, and spine-tingling intrigue; a land filled with Mage's, most... Read more
Published on Mar 1 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a fantastic story!
I thought this book was excellent. The characters are well-developed and the story grabs you from page one. If you don't like fantasy romances, this book is not for you. Read more
Published on Mar 1 2004 by L. Holmes

1.0 out of 5 stars Shakily built
The book summary sounds interesting, but is not 100% accurate. The idea is there, yet the development and explanations in the book were lacking. Read more
Published on Feb 19 2004 by squidlette

4.0 out of 5 stars not bad
This book was all together not bad at all. At some parts I absolutely loved the book, then a few pages later I was thoroughly annoyed. This was also true for the characters. Read more
Published on Feb 19 2004 by R. Chlubicki

2.0 out of 5 stars Not Asaro's Typical Good Work
I love Asaro's other books, but this one is below her normal standards. Chime doubts her own abilities and is always down on herself. Read more
Published on Feb 17 2004 by hecatedemetersdatter

5.0 out of 5 stars It was the best book!
I love this book. Chime and Muller were the best characters in the book. I wish the book talked more about Chime and Muller together. Read more
Published on Feb 16 2004 by Elvira Esperanza

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good read!
Chime was not princess material, and even less queen material. Yet it was this wild country girl who attracted Della No Cozen's attention. Read more
Published on Feb 14 2004 by Huntress Reviews

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