Mordant's Need
The Mirror Of Her Dreams & A Man Rides Through
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4.6 • 13 Ratings
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- $21.99
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- $21.99
Publisher Description
A compelling, unusual fantasy by one of the world's best-selling fantasy writers
A lonely young woman feels isolated from the world: she uses mirrors to reassure herself that she is still alive - and then they change her life when, one night, a young man appears through the mirror and persuades her to come with him to his own land, where mirrors are magical gateways to other places. This strange new land is in conflict, for war has been foretold, but the king appears completely uninterested in the fate of the world. It is left to the Imagers, masters of mirrors, try to decide the fate of the realm.
Donaldson's firm control of the plot and his terrific characterisation make THE MIRROR OF HER DREAMS and the sequel, A MAN RIDES THROUGH, a story of great intrigue and psychological intricacy, filled with sexual tension, lust and love, as well as magic, battles and excitement. THE MIRROR OF HER DREAMS is a compelling read: a book that should be on every fantasy fan's shelf.
Customer Reviews
Wonderful
What a fantastic read!
Donaldson has a penchant for damaged protagonists and this book(s) is no exception. However he writes them so well that you can't help but love them all the more for their failings.
"Imagery", which is the form magic takes in this world, is a novel and interesting idea. Although it does appear to have some internal inconsistencies and flaws, it is in general well written and makes for a great plot device.
Not quite as great as his masterpiece "Thomas Covenant" but an inspiring, intriguing and thrilling adventure nonetheless.
This will always have a front row spot in my library :)
Depressing, not worth the time or money
Like the rest of his work a depressing rant on the frailty of the human condition.It is disappointing to see his misogynistic message being peddled to another generation.
I wouldn't waste your time or money, particularly when there is better reading available at a more reasonable price.