I read and reviewed these two volumes separately, so this is really only for my own records. Rating is an average, rounded up: The Shadow of the Torturer got two stars, but I lost all patience - and every tiny bit of remaining interest - with The Claw of the Conciliator, which only earned one. Look, I've given this series a good solid try. I understand lots of people like it and good for them, I'm happy they've found something they enjoy, but here is where I stop. I've just got no desire to read any further.