House Of Chains

Description

In Northern Genabackis, a raiding party of savage tribal warriors descends from the mountains into the southern flatlands. Their intention is to wreak havoc amongst the despised lowlanders, but for the one named Karsa Orlong it marks the beginning of what will prove to be an extraordinary destiny. Some years later, it is the aftermath of the Chain of Dogs. Tavore, the Adjunct to the Empress, has arrived in the last remaining Malazan stronghold of Seven Cities. New to command, she must hone twelve thousand soldiers, mostly raw recruits but for a handful of veterans of Coltaine's legendary march, into a force capable of challenging the massed hordes of Sha'ik's Whirlwind who lie in wait in the heart of the Holy Desert. But waiting is never easy. The seer's warlords are locked into a power struggle that threatens the very soul of the rebellion, while Sha'ik herself suffers, haunted by the knowledge of her nemesis: her own sister, Tavore. And so begins this awesome new chapter in Steven Erikson's acclaimed Malazan Book of the Fallen . . .

About the Author

Erikson, Steven

Steven Erikson is a Canadian author known for his epic fantasy series, "The Malazan Book of the Fallen." Erikson is also an archaeologist and anthropologist, and his background in these fields informs the world-building and cultures in his writing."The Malazan Book of the Fallen" is a ten-book series that follows various characters in a vast, complex world filled with magic, gods, and warfare. Erikson's writing is known for its deep philosophical themes, complex storytelling, and intricate plotting.Erikson's characters are often morally ambiguous, and his stories explore themes such as power, identity, and mortality. His world-building is incredibly detailed, with intricate histories and cultures that make the world feel real and lived-in.In addition to "The Malazan Book of the Fallen," Erikson has also written several other novels set in the same world, including "The Kharkanas Trilogy" and "The Path to Ascendancy" series. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential authors in the fantasy genre today, and his work has earned him numerous awards and critical acclaim.

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