Reviews
You know, I tried to give this one a fair chance. I had enjoyed the Magic of Xanth series somewhat. While it was a little bit raunchy and pervy, it was only occasional and if you just kept going, it'd get back to a more interesting plot where everyone has their own individual magical power. The world was great and interesting. Not so much with this one. The entire first chapter and from what I read into the second one, there is not a single page where Anthony doesn't describe just how physically attractive the first female character is in the book. Now, it'd be one thing if he was just crushing on his new coworker or something, but it's detailed. Oh, but I haven't even mentioned the best part! Unless you're a part of the elite upper class, you're considered a serf! And serfs don't get to wear clothes! Yeah, you read that right. He's describing naked women for the entire book. Honestly, I'm out. Other reviews that I read when I got to my breaking point indicates that this trend continues. I have no idea how high his publishers had to be, but I really just don't understand how this was considered enjoyable reading by anyone. I saw a few reviews saying they read these as a kid and that's also kind of horrifying for me. I mean, the first woman in the book, Sheen, accuses the main male character of raping her in the first chapter. Anyhow, I just really don't recommend it. You could be doing much much better things with your time. If you want to read this author, I remember loving Castle Roogna but upon reflection, I need to give that one a reread. Do yourself a favor and just skip to that book.
