'Myth Conceptions' by Robert Lynn Asprin is the second book in the 'Myth Adventures' series. The story follows Skeeve, an apprentice to the demon Aahz, as they navigate a world of magic, humor, and adventure. When Skeeve is offered the position of Court Magician of Possiltum, he finds himself facing a daunting task of defending the kingdom against a massive army. With the help of his friends and allies, including Aahz, Tananda, and Gleep, Skeeve must use his wit and limited magical abilities to save the day. The writing style is described as humorous, fast-paced, and entertaining, with a focus on witty dialogue and clever wordplay.

Characters:

Characters in the story are humorous and memorable, with Skeeve as a loyal apprentice and Aahz as his sarcastic mentor, surrounded by a quirky ensemble.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is witty and filled with puns, maintaining reader engagement with its humorous and playful tone.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot follows Skeeve and Aahz as they tackle a power struggle and defend the kingdom of Possiltum from invading forces, blending comedy with adventure.

Setting:

The setting is a fantastical realm of alternate dimensions, focusing on the kingdom of Possiltum amidst a backdrop of magic.

Pacing:

The pacing is brisk, with a fast-moving narrative that swiftly transitions between humor and action.

OF all the various unpleasant ways to be aroused from a sound sleep, one of the worst is the noise of a dragon and a unicorn playing tag. I pried one eye open and blearily tried to focus on the room. ...

Notes:

Myth Conceptions is the second book in the Myth series by Robert Lynn Asprin, published in 1980.

The story is recommended for readers aged twelve and up, though younger readers might enjoy it too.

Skeeve, the main character, becomes the court magician for the kingdom of Possiltum.

Aahz, Skeeve's mentor, previously lost his magical powers due to a practical joke.

Skeeve's dragon companion, Gleep, plays an active role in the story.

The author emphasizes character emotions, enriching the story experience.

The humor in the book is often based on puns and Earth culture references, which may not always resonate with all characters in the story.

Fans of Monty Python's humor will likely enjoy this series.

The Kindle version of the book has many typos that detract from the reading experience.

Characters from the previous book return while new characters are introduced, expanding the storyline.

The book blends humor with fantasy elements, making it an engaging light read.

Ajax, an archer character, is noted as having similarities to Terry Pratchett's Cohen the Barbarian.

The story kicks off with Skeeve trying to defend the kingdom from an invading army without spending any money or involving its army.

Overall, each book in the series is described as a quick and entertaining read.

From The Publisher:

As Court Magician to Rodrick the Fifth of Possiltum, Skeeve must oppose the universe's mightiest invading army, but he is not sure how, and his mentor, Aahz, who lost his sorcerer's power, cannot help

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Myth Conceptions

Robert Lynn Asprin

Book 2 in the series:Myth Adventures