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First Lord's Fury

by Butcher, Jim

Description

In the final novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher's acclaimed Codex Alera series, the people of Alera—who use their unique bond with the elementals of earth, air, fire, water, wood, and metal for protection—must face the ultimate conflict… For Gaius Octavian, life has been one long struggle. Battling ancient enemies, forging new alliances, and confronting the corruption within his own land, he became a legendary man of war and leader of men—and the rightful First Lord of Alera. Now, the end of all he fought for is close at hand. The brutal, dreaded Vord are on the march, using fear and chaos to turn the Alerans against one another, and forcing those who will not submit to flee to the outer reaches of the realm. Perhaps for the final time, Gaius Octavian and his legions must stand against the enemies of his people. And it will take all his intelligence, ingenuity, and furycraft to save their world from eternal darkness...

About the Author

Butcher, Jim

Jim Butcher is an American author of speculative fiction, primarily known for his works in the genres of urban fantasy and high fantasy. He is best known for his bestselling series, "The Dresden Files," which follows the character of Harry Dresden, a wizard and private investigator who solves supernatural cases in modern-day Chicago.In addition to "The Dresden Files," Butcher has also written several other series, including the Codex Alera series and the Cinder Spires series. His writing is known for its fast-paced action, intricate world-building, and engaging characters.Butcher's success as an author is attributed in part to his strong work ethic and commitment to his craft. He has stated in interviews that he writes every day, even when he doesn't feel inspired, and that he spends a great deal of time researching and planning his novels to ensure they are as accurate and detailed as possible.Overall, Jim Butcher is a highly regarded and influential author in the world of speculative fiction, and his works continue to be popular with readers around the world.

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