The Wayfarer Redemption: Book One

by Sara Douglass

Book Overview

A millennia-old prophecy was given when the Forbidden Ones were driven from Achar. And now, the Acharites witness its manifestation: Achar is under attack by an evil lord from the North, Gorgreal-his ice demons strike from the sky and kill hundreds of brave warriors in the blink of an eye. All Acharites believe the end is near. One young woman, Faraday, betrothed of Duke Borneheld, learns that all she has been told about her people's history is untrue...

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765341301
• ISBN13: 9780765341303
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: Tor Books
• Length: 672 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 4.2" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Amazing Books

I was homeless in my late teens early twenties somewhere along that path somebody had given me the first Wayfarer Redemption book I fell in love with this series so much so that the little money would scrounge up I had spent on getting the second and third books. It was just today, 20 years later, that I was able to remember the author's name and came across this page. I've been trying to remember this whole time. Things are going great now I've got a husband, a mortgage, children that are adorable, but I've never forgotten these books. I've read a lot, I mean a lot, of books sometimes a book a day and even though I forgot the author I have never forgotten the books themselves. They were amazing.

Looks good for Acceptable

I read this book a long time ago and fell in love with the plot. So much so, I couldn't put it down. Sara Douglas keeps you hooked until the very last page. If you love fantasy and fictional history wrapped in one, this story is definitely for you! I'm quite impressed with the condition of the book for it being "Acceptable". I can see why, but that's normal ware for a book printed in '95 and read more than once. I definitely recommend this read for young adults and up due to some content.

Outstanding

This is a fantastic read, from the very first page. The style of writing is pacy, the characters are diverse and interesting, the plot is intriguing and there are a number of great twists along the way and the world of Tencendor is so well defined you can imagine it easily. I couldn't put it down. Once I had finished it I had to start the second book.

Outstanding - very entertaining

I'm a big fan of authors such as McKiernan, Martin, Goodkind & Farland. I would now add Sara Douglass to the list with this wonderfully entertaining story. I'm hoping we won't have to wait too long for the sequel.

Fantastic!

After reading some of the other reviews on this site, I was given the impression that Ms. Douglass' books were absolutely terrible! However, I was recommended by a friend of mine (A Mr Jason Byrne of Australia) to have a look at the series, and tell him what I thought... and all I can really say is wow!The Plot was fresh and exciting, without being overly complicated or simple. There were plenty of twists and turns within the novel which made this book simply un-putdownable, and the character development was excellent. Unlike many other fantasy novels, where you feel like an observer on the battle feild, or in the castle, in Ms. Douglass' books you can actually put yourself in the character's shoes and identify with them! It was a very refreshing change!The setting of the book is a mythical land that was once called Tencendor. The series follows the escapades of Axis, a man born of human and bird-man blood, and his son, Drago. While this brief (extremely brief!) description may lead you to believe that the story line is cliched/unoriginal (how many stories have you read with bird people? Countless!), I can ssure you that Ms. Douglass gives every character within her plot a unique and unmistakable "Douglass touch" which leaves you in no doubt that her story is not some re-hashed script, but a refreshing, living, in-a-class-of-it's-own story-line, and leaves you wondering why you hadn't discovered Ms. Douglass sooner.I can not express my delight in finding out that not only has Ms. Douglass finished all six books in this series (don't let the amount put you off, it'll seem like they're not long enough!), but her new series, entitled the Crucible is half way through completion! I can't wait.I would also like to express my appreciation of Ms. Douglass' efforts in compiling a delightful and entertaining web page, which not only contains information on the author and books, but actual short stories which relate to the plot of the book.. I'd advise all the reviewers here to have a look at www.saradouglass.com it's well worth the experience.This book is exactly the kind that the literary world needs to keep their plotlines and characters fresh... well done Ms Douglass, keep up the good work!

Wonderful

This was a fantastic book that was at the same time very original. I cannot understand one person complaining about the portrayal of women as they are all very strong characters. It is also original, with some fascinating concepts and issues being introduced. This was one of those books that you felt you knew the charcters, and I simply couldn't put it down till I finished it at 2.00 in the morning. I would also recommend the others in the series. (Hi everyone from the BB)

A fantasy that will grab you!

Battleaxe is a brilliant, brilliant read. If you are looking for a book that you can get lost in, this is the one. Every turn of the page takes you deeper and deeper into the world of Tencendor. The characters are deep, the plots are many and never predictable (although the reader may believe that at first) they will soon be surprised that all is not (actually nothing near) as it seems. The author, Sara Douglass, is a medieval Historian who knows what she is talking about. Since writing this book SHE HAS PUBLISHED 11 OTHERS, 5 of those being the follow on of The Wayfarer Redemption. Sara Douglass is an accomplished author who treats the reader with great respect and just knows how to tell a darned good story and after reading Battleaxe I was eager to read the rest of the series. I have now just completed the final book 'Crusader' and must say that all 6 books have left me breathless and begging for more.GO SARA DOUGLASS!!!!