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Have you been longing for a return to classic fantasy—where the hero isn't morally gray, but genuinely strives to do what's right?

In this spoiler-lite review, I finally dive into Sheepfarmer's Daughter by Elizabeth Moon, the opening novel in The Deed of Paksenarrion trilogy. This has been one of the biggest gaps in my fantasy reading for years, and after Glenn (The Geeky Hippie) strongly encouraged me to move it to the top of my TBR, I finally gave it a shot.

Was he right?

Absolutely.

Join me as I discuss what makes Paksenarrion such a compelling protagonist, why the military fantasy elements work so well, the classic fantasy atmosphere that made me fall in love with the genre in the first place, and a few reasons why this beloved novel might not be for everyone.

In this review:

⚔️ Book details and publication history

⚔️ Why I finally picked up Elizabeth Moon

⚔️ A spoiler-lite plot summary

⚔️ Six reasons you may love this novel

⚔️ Five reasons it may not be for you

⚔️ My final thoughts and whether I'll continue the trilogy.

Have you read Sheepfarmer's Daughter? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments—but please keep them spoiler free for those who haven't experienced Paks's journey yet!

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0:00 - Opening

2:02 - Book Details

3:15 - Why Jim Read This

4:40 - Spoiler-Lite Summary & Commentary

5:56 - Six Reasons You May Love This Novel

8:53 - Five Reasons to Avoid This Novel

11:38 - Jim’s Final Thoughts

13:33 - Closing & Wrap-Up

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