Customer Reviews:
 Great story, nice user friendly packaging October 18, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I think my title says it all, this episode 5 of Chronicles of Ancient Darkness is classic for 21st Century. At present pricing, the six disc set at less then 10 delivered, is very good value. Unlike other Audio CDs the packaging is well made and lends itself to repetative listening. The story is very well read with full character voices. I must say this story is getting quite 'dark' now, so some Parents may wish to sample it first. That said, I believe Adults and children will really enjoy it. Enjoy!
Waited a year for Oath Breaker. Now another for Ghost Hunter. October 8, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I waited a year for this book, but it was definatley worth the wait. So much happens in this one, and a few things are answered.
An excellent fifth installment to the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness. In my opinion, the best of the series so far.
I will probably re-read this and the previous four I own repeatedly, until next September, when the final book comes out.
I waited a year for this, and I wasn't disappointed... October 6, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
When I first read Wolf Brother, I thought WOW, this is seriously good. I've collected and read all the books since, and I'm over halfway through Oathbreaker. And it's brilliant.
I'll try not to give out too many spoilers, but this is one of the darkest installments so far, with Torak desperate for revenge after one of his closest friends is murdered by the Soul-Eaters. There's no hanging around in the story, already there's a huge amount of action before you've even finished the second chapter. The Deep Forest is also beautifully described in great detail, plus the character's emotions have become far more complex and it's easier to feel strong sympathy or hate towards them.
If you liked the first four, you'll definitely love this one. It has to be the must-have book of 2008.
Another great installment! September 2, 2008
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Another unmissable episode in the story of Torak and his "pack"! I agree with the other reviewer that the stories are getting darker with each book, as Torak goes through his adolescent rites of passage, and much sadder too, in line with the overall series name - "Chronicles of Ancient Darkness". I can imagine my youngest son, who is 9 and yet to read "Oathbreaker"(ha! ha! I got first dibs!!), becoming quite upset, as the plot for this story not only introduces us to new characters, but says goodbye to someone very important to Torak. Michelle Paver also reveals more of Torak's history and that of his parents, with some heartbreaking revelations. It is exciting and full of tension as Torak faces yet another threat to his and his friends security, and reluctantly acknowledges his destiny. He is also growing up, and has to learn to control all the raging emotions within him. Renn too is maturing and Torak feels a frisson of attraction between them as their bonds of friendship deepen. I can't wait for the final installment, although I will freely admit that I will be very sad to say goodbye to these characters. Great stuff!
 Torak becomes the hunter August 31, 2008
10 out of 14 found this review helpful
After another year of waiting, the fifth book in the Chronicle of Ancient Darkness series is finally out.
Despite my age I devour good quality children's books and Michelle Paver is one of a few good writers serving our literature needs. I have followed Torak, Wolf and Renn from the very beginning and so it was an absolute certainty that a copy of the book come into my possession quickly.
As Michelle Paver continues towards the climax of the series we find 15 year old Torak swearing an oath of vengeance against a Soul Eater who has killed his friend, just as a war between the clans of the Forest looms.
As Torak, Renn and Fin Keddin travel into the deep forest unaware of the war that is brewing, the remaining Soul Eaters come out of the darkness and make their presence felt leaving Torak and Renn to complete the journey. Ultimately Torak steps into the fire alone to confront the enemy of his father without Wolf and his side.
Michelle unravels more of Toraks' background in this volume joining the dots of his father and mothers role in the unfolding events and exposing more of the bigger picture that is the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness.
Like with JK Rowling I find that Michelle Paver has turned her series darker, that is not to say that I did not enjoy the book but her earlier books are, to me, far more enjoyable.
I read to enjoy and enjoy to read
David
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