A review by neilsef
Legend by David Gemmell
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
While this is not David Gemmell's most refined novel, it is still a fantastic first book, that already has all those qualities that make his novels compulsive reading.
The characters are fully formed and spring off the page, the action is intense and unremitting, while the depth of emotion generated is second to none.
It is thirty-eight years since I last read Legend and there was a worry that it would not be as good as I remember it being, but if anything it is far better, my perspective has changed, being that much older, so there are nuances now that I doubt registered when I was younger.
The story is one of anticipation, courage, resignation, heartbreak and friendship as the Nadir relentlessly attack the Dros in overwhelming numbers and unbridled ferocity.
There are numerous emotional scenes throughout the book, but the last twenty per cent tries to wring every last drop out of you. My eyes misted over and a lump came to my throat more times than I thought possible.
Do yourself a favour and read this, I doubt you will regret it.
The characters are fully formed and spring off the page, the action is intense and unremitting, while the depth of emotion generated is second to none.
It is thirty-eight years since I last read Legend and there was a worry that it would not be as good as I remember it being, but if anything it is far better, my perspective has changed, being that much older, so there are nuances now that I doubt registered when I was younger.
The story is one of anticipation, courage, resignation, heartbreak and friendship as the Nadir relentlessly attack the Dros in overwhelming numbers and unbridled ferocity.
There are numerous emotional scenes throughout the book, but the last twenty per cent tries to wring every last drop out of you. My eyes misted over and a lump came to my throat more times than I thought possible.
Do yourself a favour and read this, I doubt you will regret it.