3.75 Stars 

I forgot how much I enjoy this author’s work. 

In this one we see Davrin calling a challenge to the other noble who had killed his friend. 

I liked Davrin, he tried to do the right thing and avenge his friend, but no one would stand as his champion until Cimar returns from his trip 

I liked Cimar and his relationship with his squire Leo. Also liked that his shifted form was a well kept secret, even from Davrin. 

I liked the way the relationship was worked out and the tournament style challenges kept the story moving. Not as good as say the “Tournament of Losers” but the same style 

Looking forward to Leo’s book next