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. Stranded in unfamiliar surroundings where the concept of time appears to hold no relevance, Taro Brook reluctantly accepts help from Sanna Vrai, a woman whose ability to navigate between worlds appears beyond question, and Messenger Two Cups, a chattering individual with an insatiable tea addiction.The Sea of Lucidity, by David Mackay, is the most novel concept I’ve read in a book, possibly ever. In the land of Enntonia, the Scribe of Bog-Mire Towers fears the return of a dark menace he had hoped would stay forever banished.Īnd in the sparkling city of Craton, Procrastinator Vardoger is presented with a troublesome dilemma a quandary that could change everything. Unaware of the hooded riders approaching his settlement, Morusk begins to suspect that things may not be all they seem. Losing his way in Farnwaar Forest, ranger Taro Brook stumbles upon a startling discovery.
Think of that door as a gateway… Who knows what wonders lie beyond? Why not walk through, and find out?' Many find it daunting and intimidating, I prefer to think of the endless possibilities for exploration and adventure.
‘We are between worlds, entangled, in what some refer to as The Eldormaar.
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