2.0 out of 5 stars
A talented writer strikes out., Feb 6 2004
This review is from: Viking's Prize (Paperback)
Regrettably, two years have lapsed since I found a new Tanya Anne Crosby book. Unfortunately, this author has taken some time off, and finding a rare Crosby back issue can spawn great jubilation. Ms. Crosby can write a story. However, this is not one of my favorites. Although, the beginning of the book is entertaining, there just isn't enough inspired yarn to carry the reader to the end.
Alarik Trygvason, a Viking lord, invades Brouillard Castle in France and abducts his enemy's lady, Elienor of Baume-les-Nonnes. Alas, this little lady happens to have the gift of second sight. Taking advantage of this strange phenomenon, Ms. Crosby agonizes with the tedious belief -- to reveal such a marvel would result in Elienor's doom - a "burn at the stake" future. Secrecy has its merits -- but let it go.
The writer's runs with a second storyline -- the effort to introduce Christianity into the Scandinavian countries. Holy moly, too many words spent on the dogma of religion for this weary reader.
I'm probably one of the biggest Tanya Anne Crosby fans, but this book fell short, her later books are much better.
Grace Atkinson, Ontario - Canada.
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