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A review by spellboundbybooks
Legend by David Gemmell
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
This book has been on my TBR for years. I know that some of my favourite fantasy authors have said Gemmell was very influential on their own stories and I can certainly see why. The story does have some flaws, but to be fair it was Gemmell's debut and I have heard his writing improves with future books.
Legend is a Tale. Of brave deeds both big and small. Of a man already a living legend, striding into one final battle. Of another reluctant to fight, but drawn to do so nonetheless. Of others searching for and finding their courage in the face of impossible odds.
I didn't expect to become so emotionally drawn to the characters. I just wanted some action and heroism. Well I got that in spades! I should have known there had to be more to it given it's standing in the fantasy community. I'm only sorry I didn't read it sooner!
Legend is a Tale. Of brave deeds both big and small. Of a man already a living legend, striding into one final battle. Of another reluctant to fight, but drawn to do so nonetheless. Of others searching for and finding their courage in the face of impossible odds.
I didn't expect to become so emotionally drawn to the characters. I just wanted some action and heroism. Well I got that in spades! I should have known there had to be more to it given it's standing in the fantasy community. I'm only sorry I didn't read it sooner!