Krondor: Tear of the Gods

Krondor: Tear of the Gods by Raymond E. Feist is the gripping third instalment in The Riftwar Legacy series. Set in the richly detailed world of Midkemia, this fantasy epic is a masterful blend of fast-moving action, vivid imagination, and characters who come to life in the reader’s mind.

The story begins with a high-stakes raid on the high seas, orchestrated by Bear, one of the most feared pirates to ply the Bitter Sea. The raid goes disastrously wrong, resulting in the loss of the Tear of the Gods, a colossal and sacred gem essential to the Temple of Ishap. This relic allows the temples to communicate with their deities; without it, they are plunged into disarray for a decade until a new gem can be formed in the distant, perilous mountains.

Squire James, William, and the newly appointed court magician, Jazhara, are tasked with an urgent mission to recover the Tear of the Gods. They are joined by Brother Solon, a warrior priest of Ishap, and Kendaric, the lone member of the Wreckers’ Guild who possesses the unique ability to raise sunken ships. Together, they face the formidable minions of Sidi, a malevolent servant of the Dark God who covets the Tear for his own sinister purposes or intends to obliterate it, depriving the forces of light of its divine power.

This thrilling tale unfolds as a relentless race against time. The heroes must navigate treacherous waters, confronting numerous sinister and competing evil forces all vying for the potent relic. The narrative skillfully builds tension, pitting the protagonists not only against their enemies but also against the very forces of nature, which in Midkemia, are as capricious and formidable as the gods themselves.

Feist's storytelling prowess is on full display in Krondor: Tear of the Gods. The book is a spellbinding journey through a world where every character, spell, and sword swipe is crafted with precision and care. It promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning pages to uncover the fate of the Tear and those who seek it.

‘Feist writes fantasy of epic scope, fast-moving action and vivid imagination’ – Washington Post