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5.0 out of 5 stars A rather interesting Ending to the Trilogy, April 19, 2001

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This review is from: High Deryni (Mass Market Paperback)

With this novel, the initial trilogy of the Deryni comes to a close, and in ways that are ultimately unexpected.

The previous volume left quite a mess for King Kelson to clean up, with a civil war to the south, an invading army to the north, a treasonous Earl, an adamantly opposed Archbishop, all lining up for various reasons against Kelson. His internal opponents are so blinded by their own dogmatic resistance to be able to comprehend that they are making their own situation worse by their opposition. They are convinced of the evil of the Deryni, and will oppose a Deryni Duke, even if it means that an evil Deryni warlord will invade and conquer.

King Wencit of Torenth already has the upper hand by his trechary, having slaughtered the armies in the north, the Cassini and Kheldish armies and is ready for pitched battle against a divided Gwynned. But even then, he has plans to skip the battle, a new plot and counterplot, a master schemer he is, pitting himself against both Gwynned and the Camberian Council.

There are a few interesting twists and a rather unsatisfying ending, but it does work out for the best, with no small amount of pain on the part of the victors. War is hell, and it is difficult to be king.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Read this book, and enjoy...., March 3, 1997

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High Deryni is the conclusion to the cliffhanger of Deryni Checkmate. You must read the latter to understand this book, because everything is set up in that book. The suspense is unbelieveable as King Kelson and Company faces one challenge after another, finding both enemies and allies in unexpected places. This book leaves you sitting on the edge of your seat. There is also a surprise ending. No more talk, read the book, and its prequel

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5.0 out of 5 stars Stupendous! I loved it!, August 14, 1999

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Katherine Kurtz does a splendid job of concluding her trilogy of Deryni novels. I especially enjoyed the resolution of Alaric Morgan's and his cousin Duncan's excommunication from the Church, and the revelation of Arilan's secret. The tension left me on the edge of my seat. A very satisfying conclusion.

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5.0 out of 5 stars High Deryni
An excellent look at a different type of culture that one can take for enjoyment and a bit of excapism. Good fantasy with well developed characters and plot.

Published on March 24, 2009 by Anna Czerwinski

4.0 out of 5 stars solid ending to a fine rewrite
Although only fourteen years old and of Deryni background, Kelson Haldane has become the king of Gwynedd. Read more

Published on December 5, 2007 by Harriet Klausner

3.0 out of 5 stars Not Free SF Reader
The Church vs State fuelled war that began in the previous Deryni novel continues here, with the king out at the head of an army, trying to put down an anti-Deryni uprising... Read more

Published on September 2, 2007 by Blue Tyson

5.0 out of 5 stars Does this have to be the end?
I have followed the tales of the Deryni for years, and am hopeful that they won't end here, especially with such a weak ending. Read more

Published on December 27, 2002 by S. K. Leggate

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read
I thought this novel found a way to wrap everything up nicely from the preceedeing novels, yet still leave the readers wanting more. Mrs. Read more

Published on December 22, 1999 by Brandie L Thompson

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THE first spring following the coronation of Kelson King of Gwynedd should have been a time of eager anticipation, as the land lay a-greening along with his newly begun reign. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
parley banner, rebel bishops, riding leathers, darker man

Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Wencit of Torenth, Saint Torin, Bran Coris, Alaric Morgan, Sean Lord Derry, Bishop Cardiel, Earl of Marley, Bishop Arilan, Lord Warin, Camberian Council, Jennan Vale, Kelson of Gwynedd, Transfer Portal, Prince Nigel, Duke Jared, Eleven Kingdoms, Thorne Hagen, King Kelson, Kelson Haldane, Warin de Grey, Esgair Ddu, Rhydon of Eastmarch, Sister Luke, Bran Cons, Stefan Coram

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