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Dominic Harman

    The Boreal Moon Tale: Conqueror's Moon
    The magic of recluce
    • The magic of recluce

      • 512 stron
      • 18 godzin czytania

      In his impressive hardcover debut, L.E. Modesitt crafts a grand fantasy narrative that explores the classic battle between good and evil. Transitioning from fast-paced science fiction, Modesitt steps into the realm of fantasy with a carefully plotted story centered on the growth of a young magician, Lerris. He confronts profound moral dilemmas, building a rich atmosphere and presenting Lerris with intellectual challenges that resonate deeply. Faced with the choice of permanent exile from Recluce or embarking on a complex journey known as dangergeld, Lerris opts for the latter, a path fraught with danger and uncertainty. Though magic is seldom openly discussed, Lerris discovers his innate talent during rigorous training, essential for his survival against the unchecked power of the Chaos Wizards. As he navigates his quest, he encounters a gray magician who mentors him in harnessing his abilities and reveals the devastation wrought by Chaos in past conflicts. Lerris’s journey leads him through strange lands and ruins, culminating in a climactic battle against the embodiment of Chaos. Ultimately, he seeks knowledge, power, and true wisdom, marking the beginning of an epic saga.

      The magic of recluce2011
      3,9
    • The Boreal Moon Tale: Conqueror's Moon

      Magic Always Has Its Price

      • 512 stron
      • 18 godzin czytania

      A powerful new fantasy adventure filled with dark magic and deadly intrigue, from the worldwide bestselling author of the Saga of the Pliocene Exile.Conrig Wincantor, Prince Heritor of Cathra, has a vision: to unite the whole island of High Blenholme under Cathran sovereignty.He has so far been thwarted in this ambition by his cautious, aging father, King Olmigon, who, though weak with illness, still clings firmly to the reigns of the government.Now Conrig has hit upon a scheme that will convince the Lords that his plan can suceed. He has formed an alliance with Ullanoth, princess of the remote northern province of Moss and a fearsome sorceress. With her help his army will have the advantage it needs to subdue the only domain refusing to sign his Edict of Sovereignty.But before Olmigon will give his consent he insists on making a pilgrimage to the Oracle of Emperor Bazekoy, there to ask the one question permitted to a dying monarch, which the Emperor must answer truthfully.Meanwhile, Ullanoth tends her own schemes. Posessing the talent to call on the unearthly powers of the Beaconfolk, mysterious otherworldy beings who appear as lights in the sky, her power is undeniable. But the L

      The Boreal Moon Tale: Conqueror's Moon2004