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Ill Met In The Arena
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by Dave Duncan
Duncan is a superb storyteller! His 40th novel is a totally enthralling romantic adventure. The characters seem to live and breathe, especially the charismatic hero... He grabs your heartstrings on page one and doesn't let go until you discover his fate.
Complicated politics and family scandals twist through this tale of courtly intrigue from prolific fantasist Duncan... made fresh by matter-of-fact female supremacy and its midlife hero's view of youthful warrior culture.
Two thumbs and a stack of timbers up for this fun novel... The love story is in the periphery and doesn't disrupt the flow of action as the past and present are woven into a masterful tapestry.
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Romantic Times 
1/2
Publisher's Weekly
SFRevu
Another well thought-out fantasy from the reliable Duncan.
Kirkus Reviews
Duncan quickly pulls us into a reading experience that is like watching a game: not always reasonable, but lots of fun.
Booklist
In summary, if you are looking for an interesting change of pace from standard fantasy fare, you will enjoy Ill Met in the Arena. Duncan shows his experience as a fantasy craftsman and brings us a book with a little of everything packaged in a refreshing format.
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