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Kagen the Damned

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Kagen the Damned by Jonathan Maberry is a gripping sci-fi and fantasy tale, following the story of Kagen Vale, once the imperial palace's deadliest protector. Disgraced and broken, Kagen seeks vengeance against those who shattered his life and stole everything he valued. This dark and atmospheric novel weaves themes of redemption and personal transformation as the protagonist faces formidable foes in a richly detailed world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to tales of epic fantasy and dark magic, where a disgraced hero seeks redemption in a world filled with danger and intrigue. This gripping story combines swordplay, supernatural elements, and a fierce battle against evil, appealing to fans of richly detailed fantasy worlds. If you appreciate layered storytelling with complex characters, this might be the perfect read for you.

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Kagen the Damned

The first installment of an exciting new series of dark epic fantasy novels from bestselling author Jonathan Maberry.

The first installment of an exciting new series of dark epic fantasy novels from bestselling author Jonathan Maberry.

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Kagen the Damned follows the story of Kagen Vale, the trusted and feared captain of the palace guard, specifically charged with protecting the royal children of Gessleyn, the 89th queen of the unbroken line of the Silver Lands. One fateful night, while Kagen is drugged by a woman in a tavern, the Silver Lands are overrun, and the entire royal family is killed and burned as a sacrifice to the dark gods of the immortal Witch-King. The once-thriving kingdom is left in ruins, and its people are enslaved.

Haunted and broken, Kagen becomes a wanderer, taking on odd jobs and seeking revenge against his enemies. He eventually hears a rumour that the royal twins might still be alive, potentially being raised for dark sacrificial purposes. Determined to fulfil his oath, Kagen sets out on a mission to find the royal children, protect them, and train them to lead a campaign to reclaim the throne. His quest takes him to strange lands where he confronts the supernatural in its many bizarre and terrifying aspects.

The Witcher meets Game of Thrones in New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry's brilliant new fantasy series, Kagen the Damned.

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The book has garnered praise for its powerful imagery and classic revenge tale, likened to the works of Robert E. Howard and H.P. Lovecraft. Reviewers commend its blend of sword and sorcery with cosmic horror, appreciating its intricate worldbuilding and complex characters. It has been described as a brutal yet awe-inspiring epic that fans of George Martin and Joe Abercrombie will enjoy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781250783974

Publisher: St Martin's Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: St. Martin's Paperbacks

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 560

About the Author

JONATHAN MABERRY is a New York Times bestselling and five-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Deep Silence, Kill Switch, Predator One, Code Zero, Fall of Night, Patient Zero, the Pine Deep Trilogy, The Wolfman, Zombie CSU, and They Bite, among others. His V-Wars series has been adapted by Netflix, and his work for Marvel Comics includes The Punisher, Wolverine, DoomWar, Marvel Zombie Return and Black Panther. His Joe Ledger series has been optioned for television.

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