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de Storm Constantine (Author) "On the night if the last full moon before the winter solstice, the hara of the desert Wraeththu tribe of Kakkahaar cast off their sand-colored..." En savoir plus
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British author Constantine (The Enchantments of Flesh and Spirit) expands on her vision of a hermaphroditic human future in this somewhat unwieldy start to a new fantasy trilogy, which falls chronologically between the second and third books of the original Wraeththu series. The outcast Ulaume, vilified in the previous trilogy, serves as the focus for a number of loosely connected "histories" that explore the many consequences of the death and rebirth of the ruler Pellaz. Told in third person from the perspective of such relatively minor characters as Cal, Flick and Orien, these disparate histories will make most sense to readers familiar with the preexisting animosities and power struggles. A new race of post-humans, the parazha, who are born (or "incepted") with more developed female than male organs, pose a challenge to the androgynous Wraeththu (or hara). The cultural conflict between the two races gets lost at times, though, amid the nostalgic reminiscences of Ulaume and company, in effect glosses on Pellaz's narrative of his suffering and triumph in the original trilogy. Relying less on the graphic violence and sadomasochism that marked her recent Magravandias Chronicles (The Crown of Silence, etc.), Constantine delivers a complicated and ultimately engaging novel sure to be embraced by existing fans.
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“Storm Constantine is a mythmaking Gothic queen, whose lush tales are compulsive reading. Her stories are poetic, involving, delightful, and depraved. I wouldn't swap her for a dozen Anne Rices!" --Neil Gaiman
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5.0étoiles sur 5 Every bit as good as the original series. Fits right in :), Janv. 22 2004
Par Kseniya Shabanova (Boston, MA USA) - Voir tous mes commentaires
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Honesty, I was prepared to be disappointed in this book. Having read Wraeththu Chronicles, it seemed impossible to top them or even get near to their level again. Even the original series seemed ephemeral, like some writer's good luck that just wouldn't quit for the length of three books. But no, she's just that talented, is Storm Constantine. I seethe in jealousy.

This book, Wraiths, is wonderful. It fits seamlessly into what we already know of the Wraeththu story. It is not some contrived effort to extend a good thing. Instead, Constantine yet again switches her focus to reveal parts of the same great events that fell between the cracks the first time around. And the second. And the third. There are more protagonists in this volume and the author speaks from all their points of view. The ones old fans would recognize are Flick, Ulaume, Pellaz, Mima, Seel, Cobweb and Swift. There are also new and very important people.

I don't want to give anything away. I'll just say that Wraiths is every bit as good as the original series. It flows as effortlessly and is every bit as satisfying to read.

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5.0étoiles sur 5 Brinlliant book, Brilliant Author, Nov. 11 2003
What can I say about Storm Constantine's work that hasn't already been said. She is truly brilliant and a gift to lovers of literature everywhere. I first was introduced to her work 2 years ago. I read the first 3 books of the "Wreaththu" series and I was hooked. The way she tells a story, is unlike any other. The landscapes, the characters, and the emotion that pours from her fingers and into the pages. Reading these stories felt like living them. Then came the 4th book, "The Wraiths of will and pleasure". I was so excited to see that these wonderful characters had more of their story to tell. I couldn't put the book down. Reuniting with these characters was like seeing old friends again. Finding out more truths and realizing the full effect of their life experiences. The friendships, the loss, new life, love, fear, and awakenings. Reading this was like being truly aware. Even though it is a work of fiction, you can't help but imagine, "what if?". I look forward to the next 2 books in the series. Storm has truly been bleseed with such an amazing talent. She inspires me, ignites a flame inside. This is truly an amazing author not to be missed. Read all of her work you can. Let her stories fill you with magic and wonder. Let the words slip into your mind, as they make you think, "I wonder? What if?". Let her make you think such a world is possible. Let these tales incept you.
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3.0étoiles sur 5 Wraiths of Will and Pleasure, Sep 11 2003
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I really enjoyed the original series and I really wanted to love this book. But...

The initial scenes of this novel, which starts during the original series, focusing on other characters, are fantastic. But sometime around the capture of Flick and Ulaume by the Uigenna -- an event which should have been highly dramatic, but felt glossed-over -- the writing, for me, began to deteriorate. It becomes increasingly expositional and "telly", until by the end we're getting stuff more or less on the level of "Pell did X. Flick felt Y." There's a reason why writers are instructed to "show not tell": the effect of so much exposition is to flatten the plot arc, lose the sensuality, and distance the reader from the initially very appealing characters.

I'm not crazy about some of the directions Constantine takes this. I don't care about the Kamagrian, and I'm much less interested in the Wraeththu as otherworld-exploring ascended master sort of people than I am in them as crazy, sensual, magic barbarians. I would, though, have liked the author's treatment of her chosen material much more had it not been so expositional.

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5.0étoiles sur 5 A blessed addition to my favorite story
"Wraiths" is an excellent, and welcome, addition to my favorite story of all time. I have been a huge fan of Storm's since I read the original printing of the Wraeththu trilogy... Read more
Publié le Sep 3 2003 par Brian Fields

5.0étoiles sur 5 Different than "The Original" but just as magical
Unlike some of the others who've posted reviews here so far, I didn't read the original Wraeththu trilogy as a teenager, but rather as an adult. Read more
Publié le Jui 25 2003 par Wendy C. Darling

2.0étoiles sur 5 Stick with the original trilogy...
The first Wraeththu trilogy is amongst the best books I ever read as a teen. I remember re-reading them when I had a break in my studies at university and finding that although... Read more
Publié le Jui 13 2003

4.0étoiles sur 5 series fans will appreciate keen Wraeththu entry
The number of humans is dropping rapidly but no species has stepped forth to claim planetary superiority. Read more
Publié le Jui 7 2003 par Harriet Klausner

3.0étoiles sur 5 Disappointing for prior fans
I've been waiting a bit anxiously for this book. I fell in love with the first Wraeththu trilogy years ago, and still consider those books to be some of the best ever written,... Read more
Publié le Jui 4 2003

5.0étoiles sur 5 A magnificent return
This book adds background and scope to the great Wraeththu Trilogy. Here we see unraveling Wraeththu history, starting from the most fateful day when a mysterious harling was born... Read more
Publié le Mai 26 2003 par Ventura Angelo

5.0étoiles sur 5 Return to Wraeththu
This latest addition to the world of the Wraeththu is a giant leap forward in terms of style and complexity. Read more
Publié le Mai 22 2003 par Uriel Andros

4.0étoiles sur 5 This is a worthy sequel, IMHO
Storm Constantine is not a middle of the road fantasy writer. No dragons or unicorns here, but often violent mutant magick hermaphroditic post-apocalyptic political saga. Read more
Publié le Mai 13 2003 par Helmine

5.0étoiles sur 5 Return to Armorica, 15 years later
So 15 years ago (good god), I picked up the beginnings of the original Wraeththu trilogy and fell very much in love with the characters, the style of the author, and so forth... Read more
Publié le Mai 13 2003 par Turner Morgan

4.0étoiles sur 5 Yes, you should read this book!
If you have read the first wreaththu series then you should read this book. It takes place between books 2 and 3 and as such, fills in a few blanks from the series. Read more
Publié le Mai 10 2003 par JLT

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