Amos Daragon #1

Amos Daragon #1: The Mask Wearer by Bryan Perro
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Amidst the ultimate quest for equilibrium in the world, a balance between the forecs of good and the forces of evil, Amos Daragon, The Mask Wearer, is offers a tale of friendship and loyalty. Perro explores the sacrifices we make, and don't make, for our friends. And, he explores the sacrifies we make in order to do the right thing. Sometimes, we can even convince ourselves, and others, that we are doing the right thing when, in reality, we are not.

Amos Daragon is chosen to be a mask wearer. His mission is to return the world to a state wherein there exists a balance of powers. The dark powers are rising and must be subdued to a lesser strength so that everyone, every being, can live in harmony.

This classic battle between good and evil includes some magic, some folklore and mythology, and some very beautiful and caring beings. As in life, the lines between good and evil are blurred and boundaries are crossed.

The first in a 12 book series, we are set up in the final chapter for the next instalment. This series was originally written in French. I am not sure how many have been translated into English and am wondering if my very rusty, seldom-used French would be able to tackle the original edition.

I must add, though, that this was a very quick read and I am hesitant to include it in my 2011 50 Book Challenge:)

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