This book is a prime example of a formulaic sword and sorcery fantasy novel - a wicked prince and evil magician, haunted inns, ghosts, prophetic moments and magical powers which conveniently save the day every time and if not, a ghost will tell the hero what he must do. Meanwhile the bad guys are distinctly unlikable, and pure evil - it being impossible to muster up a bit of sympathy for their cause. The good guys are all charismatic, likeable, and filled with ideas of heroism and only a small flaw or two to make sure they aren’t too perfect or unrealistic. Moving the story at a fast pace and always keeping it interesting. However, it quickly picks up the pace and sets the story in motion, continuing with minimalistic details, as Martin focuses more on advancing the story than a detailed analyses of each character. Martin.The story started out a bit slowly the first chapter and a few other spots seemed to be info-dumps more than anything telling the reader more than actually showing. The Summoner is the first book in the Chronicles of the Necromancer by Gail Z. Searching for the answers, she must set out upon a Journey one of hardships, self discovery and truth. Kiara Sharsequin, the Goddess Blessed Warrior Princess of Isencroft must find a way to save her self, her kingdom and her father from Foor Arontala - a dark wizard, and from King Jared, to whom she is betrothed. Along his quest for retribution, he must learn to control his powers before they control him, and call upon the armies of the dead Now a fugitive, Tris must travel with his friends and seek justice, and a way to save the kingdom. Matris “Tris” Drayke, a Prince of Margolan must flee from his older brother Prince Jared and his evil sorcerer Foor Arontala, after the slaughter of his family. Thrown into chaos, the aristocracy of the Winter Kingdoms must defend itself against magic, and with the clock ticking, the fate must rest on the shoulders of our heroes.

By Rebecca Lovatt on Augin Reviews, RLovatt

The Summoner by Gail Z. Martin