An intriguing title; a large sprawling adventure in the current vogue for 19th century pastiche, this will either absorb you - or irritate you. This is the world of Ruritania - royalty, dastardly dukes, evil scientists, a beautiful villainess - and heroine - and a convoluted plot. Just keeping track of the action requires an agility worthy of an Alan Quartermain or Hannay. I am enjoying it all - I just wish I could remember who everyone is!
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 46 June 2008 ) |
