The lingering charm of the classic Liangshan story remains, and "Liangshan Farewell" unfolds a magnificent picture of loyalty in troubled times from a new perspective. Different from the joyful atmosphere of the traditional Water Margin, this book focuses on Lin Chong's troubled road after being framed. Taking Salmon Island as the starting point, it connects the journey of fighting against gold and saving the country, making the image of the hero shine in the new historical context.
The reshaping of characters in the book is quite ingenious. Lin Chong grew from a forbearing instructor to a rebel leader who cared about his country and his country. He recruited talented people to defend Salmon Island and adhered to his original intention of loyalty; Pan Jinlian got rid of the stigma and transformed into a wise and courageous spy commander, leading the "Latent Shadow Battalion" to detect intelligence and eliminate traitors; Yue Yun's youthful spirit and Li Jun's naval pride made the group portraits vivid, each showing their responsibilities in troubled times.
The plot is tense and relaxed, and the thrill of the ambush on the reef, the fierce battle of the Lantern Festival, the game of the Lin'an court, and the two-front battle on land and sea make the rhythm tight and gripping. The author uses delicate writing to outline the cruelty of war and the suffering of the people, highlighting the sincerity of the rebels to "protect our rivers and mountains with my blood." From the first spark of Salmon Island to the recovery of Yanyun Sixteen Prefectures, it recreates the troubled times and conveys the weight of time and space of "loyalty".
Lin Chong retired to West Lake and his spirit of loyalty became the cornerstone of peace. Readers lament that the hero is in his twilight years and can better understand the value of persevering in faith in troubled times. "Liangshan Biography" is not only a tribute to the classics, but also a new creation. It is worthy of reading by readers who love historical legends and loyal themes.
