Exile's Challenge (Exiles Saga) [Paperback]

Angus Wells (Author)

Book Description

Series: Exiles Saga | Publication Date: November 1, 1996

The masterful conclusion to the Exiles saga:

Angus Wells is one of today's masters of epic fantasy. Now, continuing the thrilling new adventure begun in Exile's Children, he weaves his beguiling powers of magic into an unforgettable tale...

Escaping a life of servitude under the evil Autarchy, a warrior, his beautiful wife, and a gifted Dreamer are refugees from the war-ravaged prison colony of Salvation. It was the young Davyd's dreams, magically bound to those of a far-off Seer, that guided their perilous flight to the land of the Matawaye. But even now they might not be safe. For a man whose gifts are eclipsed by Davyd's is looking for the perfect vengeance. Meanwhile, a renegade band of the Matawaye, forced out by their peaceable leaders, is wreaking havoc on Salvation. And there's worse to come. For the real threat has yet to descend on Salvation--and when it does, its bloodlust and magic could well mean the end of them all.


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Editorial Reviews

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Book two of Wells' Exiles Saga purports to conclude it and, indeed, provides an adequate resolution to the story. If Wells has actually resisted the temptation to write a trilogy or more, he is a man of antique virtue--one who also has a fair number of literary gifts, including those for pacing, world building, and freshening virtually archetypal fantasy concepts and characters. Wells' hero, while given the warriorlike appellation the Major, has a reluctance to be heroic that gives him depth; nevertheless, his demonic opponents give him a serious fight and, though overcome in the end, put readers in real suspense. The rebellious, demagogic Dreamer is reminiscent of Patrick Buchanan, and Akratil is a persuasive villain as, by both material and magical means, he sows doubts that nearly turn the tide before the final victory. Good, solid, satisfying fantasy fare. Roland Green

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Author of Lords of The Sky and The Godwars


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Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: Spectra; First Printing edition (November 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553378120
• ISBN-13: 978-0553378122
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,277,357 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Excellent Conclusion..., July 4, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Exile's Challenge (Mass Market Paperback)

I picked up the first book and a whim, and loved it. The second is just as good as the first. I am not this man who will write up a HUGE review on all the details of the book. All I can say is as I read the book, I actually felt the impending doom.. and at times, I even wondered if this was truly the last book. I read alot of fantasy, so, most of the time, I know the good guys will win.. but, this, even though I knew they would, I was still guessing. If you like the first, you'll love the second. My only complaint, I honestly think Mr. Wells could have made this into a trilogy.. :)

4.0 out of 5 stars Sci Fi out of print, July 2, 2010

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Julia A. Person "forest house" (Homer Alaska) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Exile's Challenge (Exiles Saga) (Paperback)

While it took a while for this book to arrive, it was in good condition and my father was delighted as he had been wanting to finish this out of print sequel for some time.

4.0 out of 5 stars Conclusion, December 29, 2006

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Ron (Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Exile's Challenge (Mass Market Paperback)

The sequel and conclusion of the two book series Exiles Saga. The story that began in Exile's Children continues immediately in this book. This book sees the rise of Davyd as a prominent character. We learn more about the Breakers and their evil leader. All of the lose ties are wrapped up, though I would have liked and epilogue telling what happened to the characters that survive to final battle. That little quibble aside, another fine book by Wells. Only wish he would write them faster.