I was in awe of the story-telling abilities of John Marco.Jackal of Nar is sweeping military
fantasy epic with three-dimensional characters, and a powerful statement of the horrors of war.Unlike
tolkeinish fantasies where heroes battle the forces of evil and war is like a grand adventure this novel shows
no such illusions in it's depictions of war and the politics around it.This novel sweeps you away to war-torn
world of a reluctant hero,Richius Vantran called the jackal by his enemies.A young man who must choose to
serve the ancient ruler of an empire that conquers his country and following his heart which is a young
woman of the country he is battling.This novel has scenes of trench warfare where poison gas is used, dark
magic and sinister intrigue.When you enter Vantran's world of dark magic and war you will never forget it's
images. Terry Goodkind and Jordan should watch their backs with the new author!