Accused of murdering a man the Southron tribes believe to be their messiah, but who is actually the slayer of Del's family, Tiger and Del flee across the deadly Punja desert, hunted by religious zealots and sword-dancer assassins. But evading death by assassins' blades is only one of the challenges they face. For Tiger's sword, Samiel, has been possessed by the spirit of the deadly sorcerer, Chosa Dei--a wizard out of legend with the power to unmake the entire world, a master of evil who seeks to mold Tiger into his ultimate weapon of destruction. Tiger and Del have only one hope left--to find and gain the help of Chosa Dei's equally powerful counterpart and sworn enemy, Shaka Obre. But Shaka Obre has not been seen in the world for hundreds of years, and it may be beyond even the combined magical abilities of Tiger and Del to find this wizard who is their only chance for salvation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Standout characterization,
This review is from: Sword-Breaker (Tiger and Del) (Mass Market Paperback)
Sword Breaker is the fourth book in Jennifer Roberson's Tiger and Del series. It wraps up the original story arc of vengeance pursued by the obsessed Del. I have been a fan of this series since page one of the first book. Rather strange since I really don't care for much else from Roberson. As an author myself, this is the series I wish I would have written. The characters are fleshed out in a way rarely seen in any genre, much less fantasy. The odd contrast of heroic deed and all-too-human foible, especially in Tiger's case, makes for reading that will make you wish you lived there, and laugh at some of the things that happen to those who do. The fact the Jennifer chose to write this first person is surpassed only by the amount of insight to the male psyche she obviously possesses. Many were the pages when I mentally nodded my head at something Tiger did, because I probably would have done the same. The world Jennifer creates here is very simple, mere carbon copies of Norse and Arabic cultures, yet that is not the strength of the series. That focus comes from the reality of Tiger and Del and the way they reveal themselves, by bits and turns, to be so very human. I wholeheartedly recommend this series to anyone looking for a good read that will stick to your ribs and leave you with memories of a life not your own, but one just as impactful all the same. So go out and buy Sword Dancer, the first installment, and before you know it, you will be setting down Sword Breaker, the fourth book, with a wry smile and a strange affection for uppity horses.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the art work,
This review is from: Sword-Breaker (Tiger and Del) (Mass Market Paperback)
I read this series years ago and the characters made an indelible impression on my mind. Of all the art work on the different releases of the books of Del and Tiger, I love the version on the cover of this book. The artist has captured what I always pictured Del and Tiger to look like. Del is beautiful but tough. Often the art work portrays her as her as either too tough or pretty but not strong enough. Tiger, although scarred, has the dark and handsome looks. To me, the art work is perfect.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Chock Full of Edgy Action Goodness,
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This review is from: Sword-Breaker (Tiger and Del) (Mass Market Paperback)
Accused of murdering the man the Southron tribes believed to be their messiah but who was actually a clever, ambitious raider, Del and Tiger flee across the deadly Punja desert, hunted by religious fanatics and sword-dancer assassins. In addition to evading their enemies, Del and Tiger must also find a way to rid Tiger's sword Samiel of the evil sorcerer Chosa Dei who possessed the sword after Tiger killed him. Gradually, Chosa is using his power to gain control of Tiger who would rather die than become the puppet of an insane magician who seeks to unmake the world. As they battle sword-dancers and zealots, Tiger and Del are on a quest to find Chosa's equally powerful brother Shaka Obre. Aimlessly following tribal legends and Tiger's unique magical connection to Chosa, Tiger and Del must stay alive in order to free Tiger from Chosa's power. Roberson has crafted another fine entry in her fantasy series. In many ways, this is a book of healing as Tiger and Del forgive each other for betrayals and hurts and come to an understanding. But Roberson doesn't overlook action; there are many superb, exciting fight scenes and desperate chases through the desert.
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