Books matching: ancient mages
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- #1
Save:'Mother of Winter' by Barbara Hambly is the fourth book in the Darwath series, continuing the story five years after the events of the original trilogy. The book follows the characters as they face a new threat involving ancient mages and the being known as the Mother of Winter. The plot involves a journey to prevent a catastrophic event, with elements of suspense, fantasy, and mystery woven into the narrative. The writing style is described as engaging, with well-developed characters and a strong back story of the Keep.
“Do you see it?” Gil Patterson’s voice was no louder than the scratch of withered vines on the stained sandstone wall. Melding with the shadows was second nature to her by now. The courtyard before th...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Darwath ) - #2
Save:"California Bones" by Greg Van Eekhout is set in an alternate reality Los Angeles where magic reigns supreme. The story follows Daniel Blackland, a powerful osteomancer who gains magical abilities by ingesting bones. When Daniel is tasked with a dangerous heist to retrieve a powerful magical artifact, he assembles a team of diverse talents to assist him. The plot unfolds as a thrilling heist thriller with a major magical twist, set against the backdrop of a world where magic users fight for power and control.
The book is praised for its unique and gritty urban fantasy setting, blending elements of magic, heist, and alternate history seamlessly. Readers appreciate the well-developed magic system based on ingesting bones of mythical creatures, the fast-paced plot filled with action and suspense, and the compelling characters, particularly Daniel and his crew. The writing style is described as engaging and captivating, drawing readers into a world where power, betrayal, and survival intertwine in a gripping narrative.
Daniel Blackland’s clearest memory of his father was from the day before his sixth birthday, when they walked hand in hand down Santa Monica Beach. That was the day Daniel found the kraken spine in th...
