Like Prince of the Blood, this is not one of his strongest books, but is a must read in order to understand the events between the Riftwar and the Serpentwar. It also deepens the character of Nakor further beyond a simple trickster.
I have just read all of his books - yes from book 1 - where it all started with good old pug etc. and I love his style of writing. trouble is now that I have read all is that I have to wait until he writes some more!!