Deadhouse Gates

Description

In the vast dominion of Seven Cities, in the Holy Desert Raraku, the seer Sha'ik and her followers prepare for the long-prophesied uprising known as the Whirlwind. Unprecedented in size and savagery, this maelstrom of fanaticism and bloodlust will embroil the Malazan Empire in one of the bloodiest conflicts it has ever known, shaping destinies and giving birth to legends . . . Set in a brilliantly realized world ravaged by dark, uncontrollable magic, this thrilling novel of war, intrigue and betrayal confirms Steven Erikson as a storyteller of breathtaking skill, imagination and originality--the author who has written the first great fantasy epic of the new millennium.

About the Author

Erikson, Steven

Steven Erikson is a Canadian author known for his epic fantasy series, "The Malazan Book of the Fallen." Erikson is also an archaeologist and anthropologist, and his background in these fields informs the world-building and cultures in his writing."The Malazan Book of the Fallen" is a ten-book series that follows various characters in a vast, complex world filled with magic, gods, and warfare. Erikson's writing is known for its deep philosophical themes, complex storytelling, and intricate plotting.Erikson's characters are often morally ambiguous, and his stories explore themes such as power, identity, and mortality. His world-building is incredibly detailed, with intricate histories and cultures that make the world feel real and lived-in.In addition to "The Malazan Book of the Fallen," Erikson has also written several other novels set in the same world, including "The Kharkanas Trilogy" and "The Path to Ascendancy" series. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential authors in the fantasy genre today, and his work has earned him numerous awards and critical acclaim.

Full Author Page →