"Great anthology"
In Port Arbalin, known as the major trading town on the
Avagon Sea, is a lesser recognized brothel the Red Slipper
frequented by the eleven members of the ship Eroean when
not at sea. Here the eleven, dwarves and other
adventurers meet for R&R sharing daring do from their past. The twelve terrific tales that tie together as the Return
to Mithgar share in common keen intricate philosophical
undertones that lead the reader to ponder the meaning of
civilization and a host of negative isms that detract from
society. The tales employ different techniques to get the
cerebral message across to the reader. Some use trauma
and tragedy while others employ humor and satire. Though
the heroic and the malevolent may seem stereotypical
fantasy musings, Dennis L. McKiernan furbishes a powerful
anthology that will leave a grateful audience wanting to
share more pints with the crew of the Eroean. Harriet Klausner
Reviewed by PNR Group Member
Posted May 9, 2004
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