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Price of Nobility
Lance Conrad, author
When the king isolates himself and lets the country fall into ruin, Simeon, a soft spoken military leader takes it upon himself to make on last, desperate attempt to save the kingdom. With the Historian as a witness and his trusting younger brother at his side, Simeon joins forces with a dark mercenary, called Hunger by his enemies, to kidnap the king. When their attempts to teach him self-reliance and humility end in tragedy, king and soldier alike must decide what they are willing to sacrifice in a war that may have already been lost.
Plot/Idea: 9 out of 10
Originality: 9 out of 10
Prose: 8 out of 10
Character/Execution: 9 out of 10
Overall: 8.75 out of 10
Assessment:
An unnamed historian tells the story of army captain Simeon, who -- with the help of his brother Joseph and mercenary -- kidnap an ineffective king to teach him how to be an effective ruler. The characters are fully developed, have depth, and keep the plot moving at a quick pace. The dialogue is unique and consistent for each character, helping to give them distinct personalities.
Date Submitted: September 21, 2016
