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Chronicles of the Black Company

A dark, gritty fantasy, perfect for fans of GAME OF THRONES and ASSASSIN’S CREED
By Glen Cook
Series: The Black Company
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Chronicles of the Black Company introduces readers to a gritty, mercenary band known as the Black Company, who are hired by the mysterious Lady to serve her in a dark and treacherous world. The story is told through the eyes of the Company's physician and historian, Croaker, as he chronicles their dangerous missions, moral dilemmas, and the tension between loyalty and survival. This epic fantasy offers a unique blend of military flair and magical intrigue.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to dark, gritty tales filled with moral ambiguity and rich world-building. The story follows a mercenary company in a world where choices are complex and heroes are hard to find, providing a unique perspective on epic fantasy. If you appreciate character-driven narratives with a realistic touch, this could be your next favourite read.

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Chronicles of the Black Company

The series that brought grittiness to Fantasy and became a bestseller in the US finally comes to the UK

A bestselling series ijn the US. Immensely popular in Gemrany 'Single-handedly changed the face of fantasy' Steven Erikson A fantasy version of Vietnam literature - war at its nastiest Imported copies are bestsellers in specialist stores Regular favourtie on fantasy message boards Big value omnibus

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Darkness wars with darkness as the hard-bitten men of the Black Company take their pay and do what they must. They bury their doubts with their dead.

Then comes the prophecy: The White Rose has been reborn, somewhere, to embody good once more...

This is fantasy for all fans of Steven Erikson, Joe Abercrombie, and David Gemmell.

Contains the first three Black Company novels: The Black Company, Shadows Linger, and The White Rose.

With the Black Company series, Glen Cook single-handedly changed the face of fantasy - something a lot of people didn't notice, and maybe still don't. He brought the story down to a human level, dispensing with the cliche archetypes of princes, kings, and evil sorcerers. Reading his stuff is like reading Vietnam fiction on Peyote. - Steven Erikson.

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Chronicles of the Black Company by Glen Cook is praised for its gritty, realistic portrayal of mercenaries and complex character development within a dark, immersive setting. Many reviews highlight its unique narrative style and effective world-building, while some find the plot challenging to follow initially. Overall, it is respected for its innovation and depth in the fantasy genre.

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ISBN: 9780575084179

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 September 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 42.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 899g

Pages: 704

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Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Glen Cook Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: The Black Company

About the Author

Glen Cook served in Vietnam. His Black Company books are bestsellers in the US.

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