Children of Rhatlan [Paperback]

Jonathan Fesmire (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2002

Garum and Vayin are "duals," twins trapped in each other's minds and bodies, sharing one life. When a deranged wizard hunts them, whom can they turn to? Their mentor? The city guard Vayin loves? The Wizards' guild?

In a world that hates duals, anyone could be their enemy, and a false step could get them killed.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"As such, his world came to life for me in a way that so many other books simply can't." -- Steve Lazarowitz

"If you would enjoy a journey into a realm of possibilities, then come meet the "Children of Rhatlan"." -- Sloan Mcbride, 2000

"There were enough twists and turns to keep me riveted until the last lines. "Children of Rhatlan" is a winner!" -- Jonathan Lambert,Millennium Science Fiction & Fantasy

About the Author

Jonathan Fesmire can't remember a time when he wasn't making up fantastic stories. Even in grade school, he spent much of his class time daydreaming. Now, he puts those mental machinations to good use by writing fantasy. His short stories have appeared in Marion Zimmer Bradley's Fantasy Magazine, SpaceWays Weekly, Jackhammer, and elsewhere. His serialized novel, Dreams of the High Mage, is appearing monthly in The Wandering Troll. He lives near the beach with his daughter, his fiancée, and her three children.

"Sometimes people ask me how I came up with the concept of duals," says Fesmire, "and the truth is, I don't know exactly. I had an idea for a story and wondered what it would be like if the two main characters were joined. That thought popped out of nowhere, though I think I was sort of set up for it. Twins run in my father's side of the family, my rising sign is Gemini... well, make your own conclusions. I think the cosmic energy was just there."

Product Details

• Paperback: 267 pages
• Publisher: Crystal Dreams Publications (April 2002)
• ISBN-10: 1591460093
• ISBN-13: 978-1591460091
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,156,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Storytelling, March 16, 2002

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"docglad" (AL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Children of Rhatlan (Paperback)

I only wish I had Jonathan's imagination. When he came up with the concept of duals, he had a winner all the way! At first, it was a little difficult for me to envision two separate people living in one body but once it became clear to me, I wished I'd thought of it. This is more than multiple personalities; it is two distinct people, each with their own personalities, living inside one body. And the explanation for that duality is absolutely believable. The reader learns to like each of the duals and when they are in danger, the suspense is high.

I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes a little fantasy in their diet. Even if you don't, give it a try; I'm sure you will agree that this book is awesome.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Fantasy Author I've Ever Read!, September 20, 2001

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"mikkinat" (Bedford, IN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Children of Rhatlan (Paperback)

CHILDREN OF RHATLAN is a sure winner! Jonathan Fesmire's concept of duals brings a new dimension to fantasies of our daily lives. Once you pick this book up, you will want to keep reading it, even while eating! I look forward to reading books about duals for many years to come.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A new and exciting fantasy story!, February 8, 2001

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Dawn (AL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Children of Rhatlan (Paperback)

'Children of Rhatlan' is an exciting story of duels, twins in the same body. Mr. Fesmire has written an excellent fantasy story, it's new and it's original. This author is one to watch for more wonderful stories in the future. Be sure to check out his anthology of short stories, 'Seeds of Vision' available in downloadable form or in trade paperback.