A Mighty Fortress

by David Weber and Le Grand Cannon

Book Overview

The latest novel in the New York Times-bestselling series begun with Off Armageddon Reef, By Schism Rent Asunder, and By Heresies Distressed. Young Cayleb Ahrmahk has accomplished things few people... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076531505X
• ISBN13: 9780765315052
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Tor Books
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.2" x 6.6" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Read it, enjoyed it, can't wait for next one

I have read every single one of David Weber's books. And I think this book is right along with some of his best work. The "long winded" aspect that some readers complain of, is actually David Weber giving you details of a world that few other authors do, and does so in such a way that gives life to the worlds that are just words on the page. His worlds and characters are deep, which require some explanation, and the "political" non action parts of the book do an excellent job of giving you an in depth look at the characters and why they are doing the things they are doing. No this is not a quick or easy read, but it is an excellent example of David Weber unique style at creating individual characters and unique worlds for readers to immerse themselves in. The action in The Mighty Fortress starts off slow, but leads up to an exciting conclusion as is David Weber's style. The battle scenarios are exquisitely detailed, and yet kept simple that any layman would be able to understand. For those readers that suggest that this book is "tedious" and "rambling", I suggest you go back to your young adult novels. This book kept me hooked right up to the moment I turned the last page. As I said above, I can't wait for the next one.

Only read if you've read the previous 3 books in the series

First off, I'd like to say that the series is an interesting concept. Other reviews will give you a basic idea of the plot, so I won't bother you with another review that says the same thing. This book is essentially further development of the characters and story. Characters develop nicely in this book, and the author has nice use of imagery to envelop the reader in the story. I believe to truly appreciate this book to the fullest, however, knowing about sailing and basic sailing terms would greatly help. I would not recommend this book to someone who is new to the story due to the large number of characters and the roles they play. You will spend most of the book just trying to keep the characters straight. I believe you can still enjoy the book due to the many action sequences, however it will be far more enjoyable if you start with the beginning of the series. I eagerly anticipate the next release in the series. I read on the authors site that he plans on the series being around 8 books or more.

David Weber keeps the story going

This is the fourth in the Safehold series and un-initiated readers should start with the first, which as I recall is "Off Armageddon Reach" or something like that. Despite being wordy and full of conversations between the many protagonists, Weber's writing, as usual, sucks you into the story and makes you hungry for more. This series shows signs of lasting for a loooooong time since the action proceeds at a glacial pace.

The Saga Continues

I couldn't wait to get my hands on "A Mighty Fortress." I wasn't disappointed. The writing carries one along. I classify Dave as a "Political Science Fiction" not military SF. For me the scenes behind and leading up to the battles are what make the book[s] so interesting for me. I can hardly wait for the next one in the saga!