| Category: | Fantasy - Epic |
|---|---|
| Author: | Kesha Bakunin |
| Publisher: | Atmosphere Press |
| Publication Date: | June 1, 2021 |
| Number of Pages: | 524 |
| ISBN-10: | 1637529376 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1637529379 |
| ASIN: | B095XKHKBK |
Stronghold is a mountainous structure - almost
like a castle - that’s been standing in the middle of a continent for as
long as humans can remember. Nobody knows where it came from and why its
inhabitants or Keepers never leave the premises or let anyone else
in. Nobody has ever tried to take control of the Stronghold, but one king has
been daring - or shall we say crazy - enough to give it a shot. After
a series of victories, King Nodar of Iskoria decides to lead his army to
the bizarre, quiet, and eerie structure. However, his attempt leaves a
curse on the people of Iskoria, whom he finds poisoned back home and in a
never-ending sleep. He must atone for his deeds, and the structure provides him
with a rulebook that all generations must follow...or else.
Stronghold by Kesha Bakunin melds elements of sci-fi
and fantasy in a way that makes for an enthralling journey for readers, creating
a fantasy world that is captivating and a politics that is unique. The conflict
is phenomenal and the stronghold becomes the center of the conflict, a
structure that has a symbolic character in the narrative. This book
covers various generations and dynasties, thus switching between different
timelines. Readers have to be alert and cautious while reading this
immensely complicated tale. However, once they get the hang of it, this book is
hard to put down or even forget. Bakunin took inspiration from real-life
examples to draw our attention to the world's most complicated yet common
issues, which is what makes this book intriguing and thought-provoking.
The character development and each character’s unique
qualities, depth, and diversity are elements that will fascinate readers as
they read this narrative from page to page. Although this book is not
fast-paced or a breezy read, each element is carefully crafted to offer readers
that slow-burn experience that is hard to let go of. As someone from a Soviet state
who has seen the consequences of religious extremism and autocracy first-hand,
Kesha Bakunin has a lot of wisdom to share with the world, and this book
contains a lot of it. Stronghold is riveting, featuring memorable characters, realistic
themes, and a conflict that contemporary readers can easily liken to what is
taking place in many parts of the globe.
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