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''For other uses of the word [[Succubus]], see [[Succubus (disambiguation)]].''


''For other uses of the word [[Succubus]], see [[Succubus (disambiguation)]].''
 
'''The Gossamer Plain''' is an eBook written by Thomas M. Reid. It is the first work in the ''Empyrean Odyssey'' series by this author. In this work the character [[Aliisza]] is a Succubus.




'''The Gossamer Plain''' is a novel written by Thomas M. Reid and is part of the Empyrean Odyssey book series. In this series a succubus by the name of [[Aliisza]] appears.
== Overview ==
*Title: The Gossamer Plain
*Author: Thomas M. Reid
*Published By: Wizards of the Coast
*Length: 308 Pages
*Format: eBook & Paperback
*ASIN: B0034184S2 <small>(eBook)</small>
*ISBN-10: 0786940247 <small>(Paperback)</small>
*ISBN-13: 978-0786940240 <small>(Paperback)</small>
*Publishing Date: May 8, 2007


[[Image:gossamerp.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Cover of The Gossamer Plain by Thomas M. Reid.]]




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== Other novels by Thomas M. Reid on SuccuWiki ==
==Other Works in this Series on SuccuWiki==
*[[The Fractured Sky]]: The Empyrean Odyssey, Book II
*[[The Fractured Sky]]
*[[The Crystal Mountain]]: The Empyrean Odyssey, Book III - Coming 2009
*[[The Crystal Mountain]]




 
== Plot Summary ==
== Book Synopsis ==
Ever wonder what could bring a demon to the gates of heaven?
Ever wonder what could bring a demon to the gates of heaven?


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Join everyone's favorite succubus and her half-fiend boyfriend, introduced in the War of the Spider Queen series, in the first installment of their own exciting new trilogy!
Join everyone's favorite succubus and her half-fiend boyfriend, introduced in the War of the Spider Queen series, in the first installment of their own exciting new trilogy!
== Book Excerpt ==
An excerpt of this novel can be found at the Wizards.com website [http://ww2.wizards.com/Books/Downloads/products_frnovel_955537400.zip here. (Note! Zip file at this link which becomes a PDF file when unzipped.)]




== Book Review ==
== Book Review ==
 
''At the time of this article's entry in the SuccuWiki, no review was available. Tera has this work on her reading list and will review it shortly.''
''The following review can be found at the Amazon.com Book Listing in the External Links Below''
 
 
*3 out of 5 stars
*Promising start but some flaws
*Reviewed On: May 31, 2007
*Reviewed By: Andrew Gray
 
 
 
The Gossamer Plain by Thomas M. Reid is the first book in the Empryean Odyssey trilogy. The second book in this trilogy is titled [[The Fractured Sky]] and is scheduled for release in November, 2008, the third book is titled [[The Crystal Mountain]] and is scheduled for release sometime in the middle of 2009. Mr. Reid first burst on the Forgotten Realms scene with the second book in the War of the Spider Queen series titled Insurrection. Mr. Reid then went on to pen the Scions of Arrabar trilogy. Those three books are; The Sapphire Crescent, The Ruby Guardian, and The Emerald Scepter. All of the previously mentioned books are very much worth the read in my opinion.
 
For fans of the War of the Spider Queen series, many will be happy to know that this book continues the tale of two characters. Both Kaanyr Vhok and Aliiszra are featured in this novel. For many, these are two of the more memorable characters. For fans of the WotSQ series, Lisa Smedman has also just started a new trilogy with the first book titled Sacrifice of the Widow and focuses on Hallisstra Melarn.
 
The plot of this book is a little hard to read at first, however, upon completing it and digesting all the nuggets that Mr. Reid puts out there, this novel seems like it is a set up for larger grander things. One of the main plots is a scheme of Vhok's, don't worry, I won't say what it is (I don't do spoilers), but the plot seems to be large in scale. Another plot involves a situation Aliiszra finds herself in that I am fairly sure will please many fans of the WotSQ series. The main plot of this book (Vhok's plot line) stretches far and encompasses many different places and scenarios. Such as the city of Sundabar, the plain of fire, and the City of Brass. Most of these places are well described with just enough information to give the reader an idea of what the scene looks like, but not enough that it comes off as telling the reader what to see. It's often a fine line, but Mr. Reid toes that line well in this book.
 
The characters in this book fall into three categories for me. The first category is interesting and imaginative. There are about three characters that fall into this group Vhok is certainly one, another is Myshik, a half hobgoblin with some dragon blood (interesting mix there), and Zasian a human priest of Bane. The second category of characters is supporitive, but just there. In this group I would put Aliiszra and a few others. Nothing against these characters, but they didn't grab me all that much. Personally, I wasn't a big fan of Aliiszra in the WotSQ series either. The last group of characters are the ones I could have done without, or that needed something more to be interesting. The main one in this group is Tauran, whom is an angel of Tyr. To me he had little personality and the scenes he was in were a drag and a couple times I wanted to skip them. He just had little personality and I found little motivation to read about him.
 
With that said, overall this book is a solid addition to the Forgotten Realms. It almost seemed as though, due to the plot, Mr. Reid was constrained in some way as his normal writing style (at least what I perceive to be his normal style) didn't seem as evident in this book. I did enjoy the further fleshing out of Vhok, he seems to have great potential to become a powerful force in the Realms. The twist at the end of the book was a nice touch as well, and one I certainly didn't see coming.
 
Some things I would have liked to see changed. The plot seemed to drag, for me, during the scenes when Vhok and Zasian were traversing the plain of fire on their way to the City of Brass. It almost seemed to me like Mr. Reid needed to add a battle or two for word count purposes. Also, as I mentioned before, the scenes with Tauran just felt forced to me and while at times they advanced the Aliiszra plot line, he is a character I could honestly care less about.
 
I will continue to read this series because I think there is a good story here. If Wizards of the Coast has shackled Mr. Reid with the storyline and plot arc, they should loosen the reins a little and let him work his magic that he is quite able to work. While this novel is not the best offering from Mr. Reid it has a solid plot and one I am sure many fans will enjoy.  
 




== External Links ==
== External Links ==
*[http://www.amazon.com/Gossamer-Plain-Forgotten-Realms-Empryean/dp/0786940247 Amazon.com Book Listing]
*[http://www.amazon.com/Gossamer-Plain-Empyrean-Odyssey-Empryean-ebook/dp/B0034184S2/ This work in Kindle Format at Amazon.com]
*[http://ww2.wizards.com/Books/Wizards/Products/default.aspx?doc=955537400 This book at Wizards.com]
*[http://www.amazon.com/Gossamer-Plain-Forgotten-Realms-Empryean/dp/0786940247/ This work in Paperback Format at Amazon.com]

Revision as of 10:01, 16 March 2015

The Gossamer Plain
The Gossamer Plain Book Cover, written by Thomas M. Reid
The Gossamer Plain Book Cover,
written by Thomas M. Reid
Author(s) Thomas M. Reid
Series Empyrean Odyssey
Publisher Wizards of the Coast
Publication date May 8, 2007
Media type Paperback
eBook
Length 308 Pages
ISBN 978-0786940240 (Paperback)
ASIN B0034184S2 (eBook)
Followed by The Fractured Sky

For other uses of the word Succubus, see Succubus (disambiguation).


The Gossamer Plain is an eBook written by Thomas M. Reid. It is the first work in the Empyrean Odyssey series by this author. In this work the character Aliisza is a Succubus.


Overview

  • Title: The Gossamer Plain
  • Author: Thomas M. Reid
  • Published By: Wizards of the Coast
  • Length: 308 Pages
  • Format: eBook & Paperback
  • ASIN: B0034184S2 (eBook)
  • ISBN-10: 0786940247 (Paperback)
  • ISBN-13: 978-0786940240 (Paperback)
  • Publishing Date: May 8, 2007


Book Details

  • Format: Mass Market Paperback
  • Pages: 308
  • Publisher: Wizards of the Coast
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0786940247
  • ISBN-13: 978-0786940240
  • Release Date: May 8, 2007


Other Works in this Series on SuccuWiki


Plot Summary

Ever wonder what could bring a demon to the gates of heaven?

Aliisza and Kaanyr Vhok have returned from their attempted invasion of Menzoberranzan and turned their sights on Sundabar. But before she can complete a mission in that beseiged city, Aliisza finds herself in the one place a demon would never want to go, no matter how sure she is of her wits and cunning: the very heart of Celestia!

Join everyone's favorite succubus and her half-fiend boyfriend, introduced in the War of the Spider Queen series, in the first installment of their own exciting new trilogy!


Book Review

At the time of this article's entry in the SuccuWiki, no review was available. Tera has this work on her reading list and will review it shortly.


External Links

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