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Title: Dragon Bones (The Hurog Duology | Book 1) Author: Patricia Briggs Rating: Not available Avg. Score: 5 Submit Comment Hits: 26

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• Posted on 2008-05-16
  I'd give it 10 stars if I could
  
  I have to admit that I'm a fantasy aficionado--which means that I love 'em all. However, this book is my absolute favorite of any book in my library. I read it as a treat any time I'm needing to regroup and never miss re-reading a word. I think I've read this duology a dozen times at least and I'm positive that I'll read them 5 times that with joy.
  
  As others have stated, these books have it all. But for me, the best part of these books is the world that was created--that I keep wanting to return to as soon as I read the last word.
  
  Thank you, Patricia, for creating this world for us; and for writing two books that never fail to make me smile. I love all of Ms. Briggs books and buy them for her name alone--knowing that she is a phenomenal author and will always succeed in telling her stories with humor and compassion.
  Score: 5
• Posted on 2008-05-03
  Gripping Fantasy
  
  I'm not going to talk about the details of what the book is about.. Just say that it is pure fantasy. I found it to be a gripping story with good character development and running the gamut from serious to humorous.
  
  How good it is? well I've read it at least 4 times.
  Score: 5
• Posted on 2008-01-29
  Great characters!
  
  I LOVE this book! (I love all her books actually - at least the ones I've read so far). The characters are well-developed, their interactions with each other are realistic and wonderful, the people aren't all perfectly perfect - they have flaws yet I still care about them and what happens to them. She is great about weaving pertinent information into the story, giving the reader the chance (and respect) to come to an understanding while reading rather than presenting facts in a nice neat boring wrapped gift with a bow on top.
  Score: 5
• Posted on 2007-06-21
  deceptively small, ample execution [no spoilers]
  
  "Dragon Bones" decisively starts "The Hurog Duology" with straightforward character and plot developments and moderate magic. The author does not overwhelm the reader with environmental descriptions or politics but focuses on following Wardwick, heir to Hurog Keep, as he adjusts to new acquired responsibilities given his troubled past. Various persons are well portrayed and the undemanding intrigue captures ones attention effectively in the small novel.
  
  Wardwick effortlessly narrates in a first person point of view his thoughts and decisions to protect his followers from the many threats within and outside Hurog Keep. Ward's humor helps lighten the overwhelming obstacles facing him. Pretty much every character involved is rather engaging, especially Ward's "distant cousin" Oreg and body servant Axiel.
  
  There are disturbing insinuations and moments, which may be questionable for young readers. A detailed map of the significant terrains and comprehensive appendix would have been useful.
  
  Thank you.
  Score: 4
• Posted on 2007-05-12
  I LOVED This Book!
  
  This is the tale of a hero and his struggle to become what he believes he can be against incredible odds. Ward has played a simpeton since he was twelve-years-old in order to stay alive. Now, it's time to stop pretending. But has he played the fool for too long? Can he find himself again? Are the dragons really gone?
  
  The end of this book left me with chills of joy and Patricia Briggs has been added to my list of most favorite authors.
  Score: 5