Jane Fletcher

Two women, ensnared by the conspiracies of their rulers, become reluctant allies in a dangerous quest. Monsters, sorcerers and treacherous journeys all await Tevi on her quest to find the stolen chalice. If this isn't enough, her search leads her to join forces with Jemeryl, a tempestuous sorcerer who dreams only of the day when she will have completed her studies and be able to return to the sanctuary of Lyremouth, with her books and her research.

The Exile and the Sorcerer

3.5 stars. Solid read. Interesting concept with alright execution. The writing was pretty solid.

Megan Cooper

I love Jane Fletcher's Celaeno series but I will admit that the first time I read this one (years ago) I didn't love it. That being said, on my re-read I had a greater appreciation for the characters, world building and the slower unfolding of the story. I think my original reservation was that almost the first two thirds of the book focus on Tevi as she is exiled from her home and finding her way on the mainland and within the Protectorate. She doesn't meet Jem until well into the book, which leaves Jem not as developed as Tevi, and they just barely start on the quest for Lorimal's Chalice and then the book ends. If you plan to read this one - be prepared to pick up the rest of the books. 

Fletcher tells a great story and I really do enjoy her twists on societal norms in her world building. I'm quite glad I gave this one another chance and I'll definitely be re-reading the rest of the series.

The Exile and the Sorcerer

Reviews