Lex Trent Versus the Gods (Lex Trent #1)
But Lex's luck is about to run out because the Goddess of Fortune has selected him to be her player in the highly dangerous Games. Losing is not an option for Lex (particularly as it so often involves dying) but can he really win each of the perilous rounds? Given that the reward for doing so is money, fame and glory - all things that Lex is quite keen on - he's going to do whatever it takes to make sure he will... and he's certainly got good experience of cheating.
I am a big fantasy fan. But I have to admit, when I saw the words Law student, I thought "Oh dear". But Alex Bell has accomplished something that I didn't think was possible. She made it fun!Lex Trent Versus The Gods truly is a remarkable debut YA novel. The first in a series, it's action-packed, witty, fast paced and thoroughly enjoyable. Beautifully and richly written.Lex is hand chosen by the Goddess of Fortune to play in the Games. Set up by the deities of the Lands Below for enjoyment. If
This is a great start to a new series and Alex Bell has created a detailed world rich in myths, legends and fairy tales. It reminded me of Terry Pratchett's Discworld, not so much in the details but in the sheer scope of the world created. I'm very much looking forward to reading more about the Globe & it's cast of characters. Lex Trent is a conman and a thief, he's always had a lucky streak but when things go wrong in the middle of a museum robbery he finds himself in trouble with the
One thing Ive developed over the past couple of years is a healthy appreciation for the absurd. I liken it to making daily decisions to laugh rather than cry at the crazy things that can make life seem unfair and random. Shall I get upset? Or should I just chuckle wryly and tell myself that this too shall pass? So I decide to laugh, enjoy the ridiculous, and to try and take every situation as it comes.But honestly? Sometimes things do hurt, sometimes I do cry, and sometimes I need a nudge (or a
Lex Trent is a seventeen year old con man, swindler, cheat and an accomplished liar. We meet Lex while he is completing an internship with a law firm. Knowing the ins and outs of the law is useful in Lex's line of adventure. He revels in escaping justice and outwitting authority figures. One might describe him as a self interested rebel without a cause. The fantasy world of Lex Trent is an intriguing one where the Gods have divided the world in half. They have decided that humans are too
Mostly utter fun light fantasy though occasionally bounds on farce but still very enjoyable; I liked more the author's darker novels, but those were big time personal favorites (Ninth Circle, Jasmyn); this one is a cheerful novel that should bring a smile to everyone's face; an A for me
Mostly utter fun light fantasy though occasionally bounds on farce but still very enjoyable; I liked more the author's darker novels, but those were big time personal favorites (Ninth Circle, Jasmyn); this one is a cheerful novel that should bring a smile to everyone's face; an A for me
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Paperback | Pages: 352 pages Rating: 3.69 | 154 Users | 27 Reviews
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Original Title: | Lex Trent Versus the Gods |
ISBN: | 0755355180 (ISBN13: 9780755355181) |
Edition Language: | English |
Series: | Lex Trent #1 |
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Law student Lex Trent's world is inhabited by fearsome magicians, ageing crones and a menagerie of Gods and Goddesses. And while Lex is seemingly dedicated to his legal studies he's always enjoyed a challenge - which is why he leads a double life as the notorious cat burglar 'The Shadowman' who has been (luckily) evading capture for years.But Lex's luck is about to run out because the Goddess of Fortune has selected him to be her player in the highly dangerous Games. Losing is not an option for Lex (particularly as it so often involves dying) but can he really win each of the perilous rounds? Given that the reward for doing so is money, fame and glory - all things that Lex is quite keen on - he's going to do whatever it takes to make sure he will... and he's certainly got good experience of cheating.
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Title | : | Lex Trent Versus the Gods (Lex Trent #1) |
Author | : | Alex Bell |
Book Format | : | Paperback |
Book Edition | : | Deluxe Edition |
Pages | : | Pages: 352 pages |
Published | : | April 12th 2011 by Headline (first published February 4th 2010) |
Categories | : | Fantasy. Young Adult. Fiction |
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Ratings: 3.69 From 154 Users | 27 ReviewsCommentary Epithetical Books Lex Trent Versus the Gods (Lex Trent #1)
Lex Trent Versus the Gods is an epic fantasy adventure full of extreme danger, high-octane chases and elaborate schemes. It was such a fun read that I didnt even mind the lack of a love story!The first thing that I have to mention about Lex Trent Versus the Gods is the world that Alex Bell created for Lex and the rest of her characters. Ive never read about one like it; she physically changed the world! It was split between the Gods and the humans and the two halves were joined by ladders, theI am a big fantasy fan. But I have to admit, when I saw the words Law student, I thought "Oh dear". But Alex Bell has accomplished something that I didn't think was possible. She made it fun!Lex Trent Versus The Gods truly is a remarkable debut YA novel. The first in a series, it's action-packed, witty, fast paced and thoroughly enjoyable. Beautifully and richly written.Lex is hand chosen by the Goddess of Fortune to play in the Games. Set up by the deities of the Lands Below for enjoyment. If
This is a great start to a new series and Alex Bell has created a detailed world rich in myths, legends and fairy tales. It reminded me of Terry Pratchett's Discworld, not so much in the details but in the sheer scope of the world created. I'm very much looking forward to reading more about the Globe & it's cast of characters. Lex Trent is a conman and a thief, he's always had a lucky streak but when things go wrong in the middle of a museum robbery he finds himself in trouble with the
One thing Ive developed over the past couple of years is a healthy appreciation for the absurd. I liken it to making daily decisions to laugh rather than cry at the crazy things that can make life seem unfair and random. Shall I get upset? Or should I just chuckle wryly and tell myself that this too shall pass? So I decide to laugh, enjoy the ridiculous, and to try and take every situation as it comes.But honestly? Sometimes things do hurt, sometimes I do cry, and sometimes I need a nudge (or a
Lex Trent is a seventeen year old con man, swindler, cheat and an accomplished liar. We meet Lex while he is completing an internship with a law firm. Knowing the ins and outs of the law is useful in Lex's line of adventure. He revels in escaping justice and outwitting authority figures. One might describe him as a self interested rebel without a cause. The fantasy world of Lex Trent is an intriguing one where the Gods have divided the world in half. They have decided that humans are too
Mostly utter fun light fantasy though occasionally bounds on farce but still very enjoyable; I liked more the author's darker novels, but those were big time personal favorites (Ninth Circle, Jasmyn); this one is a cheerful novel that should bring a smile to everyone's face; an A for me
Mostly utter fun light fantasy though occasionally bounds on farce but still very enjoyable; I liked more the author's darker novels, but those were big time personal favorites (Ninth Circle, Jasmyn); this one is a cheerful novel that should bring a smile to everyone's face; an A for me
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