This is NOT at all my idea of an epic fantasy. The main character is absolutely the worst I have come to read about. I have no feelings, except loathing, for him. The magic system was practically non-existent and when it did appear, it was very confusing. After about 100 pages, I found myself hoping that each page would be the last (since I am the type of person that can never leave a book unfinished). I don't know who would like this book, and perhaps I am one who enjoys "cliched" fantasy, but i can't recommend this to anyone. It is much to in depth in the wrong ways. i could not get to know any of the characters but I was well versed in the "Land" to the point where I didn't even want to know anymore.