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The Second Chronicles of Amber

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The Second Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazny is a continuation of the Amber series, diving into the adventures of Merlin, the son of Corwin. Set in a multiverse of overlapping realities, Merlin navigates between the mystical realm of Amber and the technological world of Chaos, grappling with magical intrigues, political plots, and the enigmatic forces that threaten both realms. This epic fantasy blends science fiction elements with intricate character developments and rich world-building.
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You might enjoy this series if you're captivated by epic tales that weave together intricate worlds filled with magic, intrigue, and political machinations. The saga builds on its predecessor's universe, offering a rich blend of adventure and mystery as well as a deep dive into character dynamics and personal quests that will keep you engrossed from start to finish.

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The Second Chronicles of Amber

The legacy of Amber continues, spanning worlds and generations, magic and technology, in the struggle for the throne.

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Merlin is a Prince of Chaos and Amber, Corwin's son and heir. He has grown up knowing that his legacy is to one day follow in his father's footsteps and live up to his father's legend.

When Corwin goes missing, that day comes far sooner than he could ever have expected. Merlin must find his own identity as the ruler of the worlds and discover what kind of King he wants to be. Will he be a warrior like his father, or embrace his own path as a hacker-magician?

A generation after Corwin's rise to the throne, Merlin is aided by powers beyond anything Corwin could have imagined. The epic magic from The Chronicles of Amber is wielded alongside sentient computers, a vorpal sword, and the ghosts of those who came before.

Featuring the Locus award-winning Trumps of Doom, the Locus-nominated Blood of Amber and Sign of Chaos, and the final two novels Knight of Shadows and Prince of Chaos, The Second Chronicles of Amber continues the epic story of Amber and the Shadow worlds.

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The Second Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazny continues the imaginative and intricate saga first established within the Amber series. Readers appreciate the inventive blend of magic and adventure, with many praising Zelazny's masterful weaving of complex plotting and rich character development. Some note that while the narrative is captivating, the intricacies can occasionally overwhelm new readers. Overall, the series maintains a loyal fanbase for its unique approach to fantasy and intrigue.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473222151

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 62.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 928

About the Author

Roger Zelazny (1937-1995)

A multi-award-winning author, Roger Zelazny spent his life involved in literature. After studying English to Masters' level, he wrote swathes of short stories, novels and poems. He numbers three Nebula awards, six Hugo awards and two Locus awards among his prizes, and his work has inspired numerous other writers. He died at the age of 58, but his legacy lives on.

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