An interesting dynamic between a young lad and his father and a very very fatherly figure, against the backdrop of a universe-wide rebellion and war. Kind of wish this had been a novella instead of a short story, because it just feels like I needed a bit more.

In a way, learning about the non-legion factions is more interesting. The sisters of silence are such an interesting group and I also liked the hints of religion in the story.

A solid entry but also nothing special. I enjoyed learning more about Terra and the Custodes though.

While an okay story, it does feel a bit like a pretender. Unlike Abnett's other works in the Horus Heresy it feels like it's trying too hard to be more than it is. The premise is ultimately better than the execution.

Well-written short story, the plot is quite simple and the final conclusion feels a bit rushed, but maybe that is to be expected considering the mindset of the protagonist.

There is something much more interesting about the Astartes discussing their morals and beliefs than them fighting each other. And this book nails such a discussion between two members of different legions.

Quite a simple story that does not add much, the way Horus acts is in line with how he acts elsewhere, and the prose is nothing to write home about either. Probably one of the most mediocre stories in I've read yet.

Although the story tended to drag a bit in the beginning and the parts told from the perspective of Fulgrim felt a bit too different from earlier stories, this was still an enjoyable read. Lucius is portrayed very well and this novella gave something to look forward to in how his story develops.

Well written story with interesting characters. Look forward to seeing the implications of this story on stories I have yet to read and how Kryptos is going to return.

Interesting conversation showing the dedication some have to the Empire and how convicted they are. I care more about the characters in this story than some that have appeared in the books and got significantly more time dedicated to them.