Das Schwert der Schatten ist eine fesselnde Saga über Ash, die auf der dunklen Festung Spire Vanis aufwächst. Sie entdeckt, dass sie die Fähigkeit hat, eine Dimension zu öffnen, was viele, darunter ihr Ziehvater, ausnutzen wollen. Ash muss sich ihrem Schicksal und ihrer Macht stellen, um sich zu befreien.
Ash, die geflohene Ziehtochter des undurchsichtigen Penthero Iss, erfährt endlich ihre Bestimmung; An ihr ist es, ein Zeitalter des Verderbens heraufzubeschwören, indem sie die Kreaturen des blinden Landes befreit - wenn es ihr nicht gelingt, sich der dunklen Mächte in der Höhle des schwarzen Eises zu entledigen. Der Weg führt Ash, den jungen Krieger Raif und den Waldläufer Angus durch ein von Clan-Kriegen und skrupellosen Mördern heimgesuchtes Land. Doch auch Penthero Iss hat seine Häscher bereits ausgesandt, um Ashs magische Kräfte für seine eigenen dämonischen Pläne zu nutzen...
General Tash hat die feste Jai Khalar eingenommen und sich zum Herrscher Everiens ausrufen lassen. Aber immer noch gibt es Widerstand gegen ihn, und die Suche nach dem alten everianischen Wissen geht weiter. Da erreicht eine Botschaft aus ferner Vergangenheit Jai Khalar - von jenem Mann, der einst die geheimnisvollen Feuerhäuser studierte und spurlos verschwand. Die Botschaft enthält eine dringliche Warnung, sich nicht mit dem alten Wissen einzulassen, denn wenn es falsch angewendet wird, zerstört es das Gefüge des Universums. Aber die Warnung Kommt zu spät ...
Imoshen und Tulkhan, trotz der Feindschaft ihrer Völker, leben glücklich mit ihrem Sohn Ashmyr. Imoshen bricht ein altes Gelübde und besiegt ihren Verwandten T'Reothe in einem Duell der Zauberkräfte. Doch als Tulkhan in den Krieg zieht, versucht T'Reothe erneut, Imoshen zurückzugewinnen.
The epic saga reaches its breathtaking conclusion, weaving together the enchanting worlds of Deverry and Westlands. Katharine Kerr masterfully ties up the intricate storylines introduced in The Red Wyvern and The Black Raven, delivering a captivating finale that promises to satisfy long-time fans of the series. With rich characters and a complex plot, this installment encapsulates the magic and adventure that have defined the cycle.
Nella città di Cerr Cawnen l’antica malvagità si ridesta quando la sacerdotessa Raena riprende le trame per distruggere Rhodry, suo acerrimo nemico al di là del tempo. Un perfido disegno che attira però l’intervento di arcani poteri astrali e scatena l’ira tremenda del drago protettore di Rhodry. Soltanto un’altra apprendista del dweomer può garantire la salvezza della città e dello stesso Rhodry, ma a un prezzo spaventosamente alto…
Il piccolo Jahdo non si aspetta un futuro di fama e di gloria, forse per via del poco nobile lavoro di suo padre, ma quando la sorte ne fa l'involontario testimone di un incontro segreto tra uno dei notabili della sua città e una donna misteriosa, la sua vita subisce una svolta: trovatosi di colpo al centro di una complicata trama di intrighi e magia nera, Jahdo è costretto ad abbandonare la sua casa. Accompagnato da un bardo cieco, deve recarsi a Deverry per cercare di sottrarsi al male che lo minaccia. Ma a Deverry il destino è in attesa di Jahdo, che si scoprirà ben presto protagonista di un epico scontro di potere e magia, una lotta tra due potentissime maghe dal cui esito dipenderà la sorte di Deverry...
Recalling the lost Celtic past to life, this rich, magical story of loyalty and love is a new Mists of Avalon for readers of historical fantasy. schovat popis
Kenia, 1897-1901: spannender Abenteuerroman um den dramatischen Bau der Eisenbahnlinie von Mombasa bis in die Wildnis um den Viktoriasee.
BOOK FOUR IN THE MAGICAL DEVERRY CYCLE Prepare to be spellbound by a sparkling fantasy classic: a tale of adventure and timeless love, perilous battle and pure magic. The final book in Kerr's first quartet. 'I was hooked and my enthusiasm for this series carried me through to the very last and then moved me to tears'Fantasy Book Review
La principessa Carra sa bene che il bambino che porta in grembo è prezioso, perché da lui può dipendere il destino di molte cose, forse della stessa pace. Fuori dalle mura della città di Cengarn, dove la principessa si è ritirata insieme alle maghe Jill e Dallandra, premono le orde inferocite degli Horsekin, decise a conquistare la città. Dell'assedio di Cengarn vengono a conoscenza Rhodry e il drago Arzosah, suo nuovo alleato, che subito organizzano una spedizione per andare in soccorso della città e della principessa, accompagnati dai guerrieri del popolo dei nani.
The first volume of the celebrated Deverry series, an epic fantasy rooted in Celtic mythology that intricately interweaves human and elven history over several hundred years.
Against the passionate sweep of Deverrian history, the powerful wizard Nevyn has lived for centuries, atoning for the sins he committed in his youth. Now, Nevyn discovers that the Dark Council has been quietly interfering with the already tangled politics of war-torn Eldidd
Among the Orosini tribe, the traditional manhood ritual begins three days before the Midsummer's celebration. Alone, the child must survive the wilderness. Kielianapuna - red squirrel - is struggling. Despairing of his future, he returns to his village, where devastation awaits him
The master fantasist’s thrilling conclusion to The Darkwar Saga To save the future of both empires, the powerful sorcerer Pug and the Conclave of Shadows have journeyed into the darkest of terrain: the Dasati home world. There, traveling undercover among the bloodthirsty and ruthless Dasati, they have encountered Bek, a disturbing young stranger whose secrets may prove more important than Pug knows. And back in the realm of Midkemia, as the young warriors Tad, Zane, and their friends protect the Kingdom from raiders, Miranda finds herself a prisoner of the Dasati, and, even more ominously, of Pug’s nemesis, the evil sorcerer Leso Varen. And Pug finds himself allied with a friend thought long dead, a friend whose remarkable powers will be sorely needed in the battle to come . . . a battle that will bring them all together in one great struggle for the future and very soul of Midkemia.
The world of an intricate tapestry of fate, past lives, and unfathomable magic. With A Time Of Exile , Katharine Kerr opens new territory in The Deverry Saga , exploring the history of the Elcyion Lacar, the elves who inhabit the country west of Deverry. It is years since the half-elven Lord Rhodry took the throne of Aberwyn. When Rhodry's lost lover, Jill-now a powerful wizard-comes to Aberyn and tells him it's time he accepted his elven heritage, Rhodry faces the most difficult choice of his life. But with Jill's help and that of a human wizard named Aderyn who has lived for years in the westlands, Rhodry begins to understand how his life is connected not just to his own people, but to the Elcyion Lacar as well. At last, destiny begins to unravel its secrets, revealing Aderyn's true purpose among the elves-and the god' deeper design behind Rhodry's dual heritage.
Set against the backdrop of a war-torn Deverry, this installment of Katharine Kerr's acclaimed Celtic fantasy series delves into the rich history and complex characters of the realm. The narrative weaves intricate plots and deep themes, exploring the consequences of conflict and the resilience of its inhabitants. With a reputation for depth and imagination, Kerr invites readers to immerse themselves in a vividly crafted world filled with magic, adventure, and the enduring spirit of its people.
BOOK TWO IN THE MAGICAL DEVERRY CYCLE Prepare to be spellbound by this classic fantasy series: a sparkling tale of adventure and timeless love, perilous battle and pure magic. 'I was hooked and my enthusiasm for this series carried me through to the very last and then moved me to tears'Fantasy Book Review
While a dashing young king journeys to his throne in disguise, fulfilling an ancient prophecy, the exiled lord Rhodry travels anonymously as a mercenary.
Bridget landet im fantastischen Isavalta des 19. Jahrhunderts und sucht das Geheimnis ihrer Herkunft. Doch Intrigen und dunkle Magie am Hof des Herrschers gefährden ihr Glück und Leben.
Die Leuchtturmwärterin Bridget wird von einem geheimnisvollen Schiffbrüchigen in die magische Welt Isavalta entführt, wo sie in einen gefährlichen Machtkampf am Herrscherhof gerät.
Kopf hoch, Maya!
Lord Penthero entsendet seine Armeen, um das Clanland zu erobern. Raif sucht nach Ash, die unfreiwillig in Pentheros Pläne verwickelt ist. Um Penthero zu stoppen, muss Raif die "Festung aus Eis" finden, während er sich in einem gefährlichen Land voller Vulkane und Erdspalten bewegt.
Entführung in eine geheimnisvolle Parallelwelt aus Tausendundeiner Nacht! Wisconsin, im Jahr 1872: Irina verliebt sich in einen Einwanderer, der behauptet, aus einer Parallelwelt auf die Erde verbannt worden zu sein. Als er einen Hilferuf seiner Kaiserin erhält, folgt Irina dem geheimnisvollen Zauberer...
