Into the Narrowdark
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Into the Narrowdark
The New York Times bestselling world of Osten Ard returns in the third Last King of Osten Ard novel, as threats to the kingdom loom...
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionInto the Narrowdark is the captivating third instalment of Tad Williams' epic fantasy series, The Last King of Osten Ard. An intricate tapestry of adventure and intrigue unfolds as the kingdom of Erkynland teeters on the edge of ruin. The once mighty High Throne now trembles, its royal lineage divided and mortally threatened.
In the northern realm, Queen Miriamele, thought to have perished amid the fiery chaos of rebellion, hangs fatefully in the balance. Meanwhile, her grandson, Morgan, the sole heir to the precarious throne, finds himself ensnared within the ghostly confines of an abandoned city, taken captive by the insidious forces of Utuk’ku. The heartbroken King Simon grapples with despair, blind to the treachery lurking within his very court. Unknown to him, the malevolent plot is orchestrated by Pasevalles, a venomous traitor poised to unravel the foundations of his reign from within the Hayholt's walls.
As turmoil spreads, a relentless army of Norns, led by the timeless and wrathful Queen Utuk'ku, descends upon Erkynland, crushing the stronghold of Naglimund and its defenceless inhabitants. In a bid to awaken a forgotten horror, they exhumate the legendary tomb of Ruyan the Navigator, intending to harness his mystical armour as a conduit to summon the spirit of Hakatri, the sinister sibling of the Storm King.
While the Sithi, ethereal kin to the formidable Norns, silently endure the unfolding nightmare, their powers are stretched thin against the malevolent tide. With Queen Utuk'ku's forces threatening the Hayholt and breaching the forbidden boundaries of Tanakiru — the mythical Narrowdark — a hidden peril lies dormant. This enigmatic secret holds the precarious fate of Simon's realm and their wary Sithi comrades, offering a slender chance at redemption or ushering in utter devastation.
Renowned for its impeccable world-building and masterful storytelling, Into the Narrowdark immerses readers in a landscape where loyalties are tested, destinies entwined, and the perennial struggle between light and darkness is fought in breathtaking detail. Dive deeper into this unforgettable saga that ignites the imagination and rekindles the timeless allure of fantasy. With endorsements from luminaries like George R. R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, Patrick Rothfuss, and Christopher Paolini, Tad Williams solidifies his legacy as one of the most illustrious authors in the fantasy genre.
Series: Last King of Osten Ard
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The reviews praise Into the Narrowdark for its deep storytelling and compelling continuation of the Osten Ard saga. Tad Williams is noted for crafting an engrossing epic filled with adventure, intrigue, and rich characters. Critics acclaim it as an instant fantasy classic, highlighting its mix of political intrigue, magic, and intricate characterisation.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781399706636
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 July 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodderscape
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 42.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 420g
Pages: 608
About the Author
Tad Williams is a California-based fantasy superstar. His genre-creating (and genre-busting) books have sold tens of millions worldwide, in twenty-five languages. His considerable output of epic fantasy and science fiction book-series, stories of all kinds, urban fantasy novels, comics, scripts, etc., have strongly influenced a generation of writers: the Otherland epic now plays as an MMO on steam.com. He, his family and his animals live in the Santa Cruz mountains in a suitably strange and beautiful house.
@tadwilliams @mrstadAlso by Tad Williams
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