Heroes In Training (Paperback)

~ Martin H. Greenberg (Editor), (Editor)

Editorial Reviews

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These 13 stories share the theme of the hero still learning, whether in school, as an apprentice, or when the first adventure begins. The quality varies, although all the contributors are experienced authors capable of professional polish. One of the best entries is Esther Friesner's "Roomies," about a new arrival to the Royal Academy of Damsel Arts. Friesner's wit has never failed before and doesn't now. Sherwood Smith's "The Princess, the Page and the Master Cook's Son" is also well done, as is Vera Nazarin's fable, "Three Names of the Hidden God," and G. Scott Huggins' "Giantkiller," an amusing spy-story takeoff. Murray, Frieda

Product Description

ORDINARY PEOPLE.
EXTRAORDINARY HEROES...

This all-new fantasy anthology features thirteen original stories about ordinary or inexperienced people learning to become extraordinary heroes. From the shape shifter Esen-alit-Quar who is forced unexpectedly into her first solo mission to the young man sworn to defeat a pack of lycanthropes, these heroes in training are thrown into exciting adventures that demand nothing short of all that is in them.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: DAW (September 4, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 075640438X
• ISBN-13: 978-0756404383
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #266,667 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!, October 16, 2007

By	adrianne "adrianne" - See all my reviews

Filled with a baker's dozen cheerful and often humorous stories, this book is a fun read. The authors have managed to provide thought provoking depth, and leave you pondering these polished gems for weeks afterwards. This book makes a good read for young teens and adults alike.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Stories, Wrong Idea, May 28, 2009

By	J. Kelly "Readaholic" (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I really enjoy short stories, so these stories were a fabulous treat. The one thing I felt was a misnomer was the IN TRAINING part of Heroes in Training. the first story surpassed my expectations and drew me in to buying the book. Most of the other stories portrayed established heroes, which was fine, but not quite what I was expecting. Other than that, it was fantastic read and a wonderful collection of short stories.