The Redemption of Althalus

The Redemption of Althalus, by David and Leigh Eddings, is their newest book and first stand-alone epic. The book is reminiscent of The Dreamers series in that the story invloves gods actively involved in the affairs of men. The lead character Althalus is a thief and makes for an unlikely hero. All the ingredients of classic Eddings are in the book: good dialogue with a healthy dose of humor; action, and the quest for companions; intrigue, devious planning and outsmarting the enemy. At 794 pages it cannot be finished in one sitting. The story is fast-paced and well-aportioned such that one is not bored and one can also stop yet not miss the thread of it all.
4 stars.