I would give the book an 8/10, striking a point for the writing itself seeming a tad simple but I certainly look forward to the next books in the Eldormaar series.įor those who want to read this book, it is unfortunately not available in local libraries check out these additional reviews. Overall, The Sea of Lucidity is quite frankly a confusing book, and yet one of the most satisfying and gripping I’ve recently read. Hints throughout lead to what seems to be the end of the novel, and do, yet there are so many loose ends that I hope will be expanded upon as the Eldormaar series continues. However, the plot is not entirely lacking. While this may dissuade some readers, I enjoyed that the simple plot allows the reader to focus on the complex structure of the setting, the characters’ multiple identities, and more. The plot seems almost an afterthought, a backdrop for the the setting and the characters, supporting them more than they support it. Martin would have trouble spotting, but is pulled off to perfection.

This identity shifting (along with an arbitrary treatment of time) is used to create plot twists that even fans of George R. This strange phenomenon is explained to him by his mentor, Messenger Two Cups. We also see him as several different characters, though Brook doesn’t always realize who he is. There are three main protagonists Taro Brook is the character we follow on a challenging adventure. From the shining metropolis of Craton to the standard fantasy setting of Entonnia, the settings, each with its own defining characteristics, are woven together to become as much a part of the story as the characters.

Rather than work with one traditional setting- fantasy, steampunk, modern day, or the like- all of these settings and more are used together, traversed by the main character and his companions. The setting- or rather, settings- of The Sea of Lucidity are the most unique part of the book. However, the book, while not making any sense, fits this mishmash of ideas into one cohesive story. Rather than stick to one idea, it seems the author had so many ideas, he didn’t know what to do with them: so he shoved them all into one book. The Sea of Lucidity, by David Mackay, is the most novel concept I’ve read in a book, possibly ever.

The Sea of Lucidity by David Mackay