Synopses & Reviews
Supreme Commander Lord Tanaros was once human. But he chose darkness and immortality when his wife betrayed him with his king. He killed them both, and fled the realms of Men and now cares nothing for their fates.
A thousand years passed. His only allegiance is to his master, the dark god Satoris, who gave the gift of Life to the race of Men. Satoris, who rebelled against his elder brother God Haomane who had demanded that gift be taken away. Their fight cracked the very world in two; the name of Satoris became the word for evil throughout all the races, while the legend of Tanaros is the seminal tale of treachery.
And yet not all tales told are true.
A final prophecy has begun to unfold, and the races are uniting in their quest to rid the world of Satoris. The elder gods and goddesses, stranded on the other side of the world, send dreams to spur all to destroy Satoris and Tanaros, but those loyal to their god know a different side of the story and try to defend their citadel of Darkhaven, where Satoris sits in sorrow, controlling his own dominion, seeking neither victory nor vengeance.
Satoris's followers capture the beautiful Elvish princess Cerelinde, and without her the Allies cannot fulfill the prophecy. All who support Satoris clamor for her death-but Satoris refuses to act like the monster that he is made out to be, for he recognizes in Cerelinde a spark of the love that he once bore for his fellow gods.
She is a great danger to Satoris--and a greater danger for Tanaros and all that he holds dear. For she reminds him that not all women need be false... and that though he may be immune to death, his heart is still very much mortal.
Strong storytelling with evocative, compelling, and unforgettable characters, Godslayer is the thrilling conclusion to the events begun in Banewreaker, a haunting tale of love and loss that ultimately asks the question: If all that is considered good considers you evil, are you?
Review
“A grand epic...showcasing Careys intimate development of deeply wounded, sometimes deeply flawed, yet utterly dignified and sympathetic characters, with some of the best dragons in all fantasy literature.”—Booklist on Banewreaker
“A memorable beginning to what should be another strong series.”—Publishers Weekly on Banewreaker
“Carey creates a masterful interplay of subjective views...Whereas Tolkien kept Sauron mainly on the sidelines as the embodiment of Ancient Evil, less a main actor than a smoldering threat, Carey restores him and his lieutenants to the stature they had Milton.”—Locus on Banewreaker
“An intriguing fantasy world with interesting characters and more than a touch or romance.”—Chronicle (UK) on Banewreaker
Review
"A fascinating exploration of the morality of those who claim to be good and those who have accepted the label evil."--
Romantic Times Bookclub Magazine (3 stars) on
Godslayer"A writer to watch--as the cliché goes--but more important, a writer to read."--Storm Constantine
"Carey's sensual, often erotically charged prose is reminiscent of the best efforts of Tanith Lee and Anne Rice."--Library Journal on Godslayer
Review
“A grand epic...showcasing Careys intimate development of deeply wounded, sometimes deeply flawed, yet utterly dignified and sympathetic characters, with some of the best dragons in all fantasy literature.”—Booklist on Banewreaker
“A memorable beginning to what should be another strong series.”—Publishers Weekly on Banewreaker
“Carey creates a masterful interplay of subjective views...Whereas Tolkien kept Sauron mainly on the sidelines as the embodiment of Ancient Evil, less a main actor than a smoldering threat, Carey restores him and his lieutenants to the stature they had Milton.”—Locus on Banewreaker
“An intriguing fantasy world with interesting characters and more than a touch or romance.”—Chronicle (UK) on Banewreaker
Synopsis
The sequel to Banewreaker. A final prophecy is beginning to unfold as the races of the world are uniting in their quest to rid the world of a dark god.
Synopsis
Strong storytelling with evocative, compelling, and unforgettable characters, "Godslayer" is the thrilling conclusion to the events begun in "Banewreaker," a haunting tale of love and loss that ultimately asks the question: If all that is considered good considers you evil, are you?
Synopsis
This epic follow-up to "Banewreaker" concludes Carey's two-volume dark fantasy that offers "a fascinating exploration of the morality of those who claim to be good and those who have accepted the label evil" ("Romantic Times BookClub Magazine").
Synopsis
IF ALL THAT IS GOOD CONSIDERS YOU EVIL, ARE YOU?
Once human but now immortal, Supreme Commander Lord Tanaros fled the realm of Men and chose darkness when he killed his adulterous wife and his liege king who cuckholded him. A thousand years have passed in service to his master, the dark god Satoris. The world view Satoris as Evil Prime and the name of Tanaros is the byword for treachery.
The races have united in their quest to rid the world of the Dark God and his minions. The key to the prophecy is the beautiful Elvish princess Cerelinde--and Satoris has captured her.
Yet not all tales told are true and evil may have another face. Satoris refuses to act like the monster that he is made out to be for he recognizes in Cerelinde a spark of the love that he once bore for his fellow gods. But this spark of light might prove to be a danger to Satoris...and a greater danger for Tanaros and all that he holds dear. For Cerelinde might remind him that the heart that he willed to iron an eon ago is still very much mortal.
About the Author
Jacqueline Carey is the author of the bestselling Kushiel trilogy (Kushiels Dart, Kushiels Chosen, and Kushiels Avatar) and her epic fantasy duology, The Sundering (Banewreaker and Godslayer). She has won the Locus Award for Best First Novel and the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award for Best Fantasy Novel. Her books have been listed on many booksellers top ten fantasy books lists. Always an avid reader, Carey began writing fiction as a hobby in high school. After graduating from Lake Forest College, she worked for six months at a bookstore in London, and returned to the United States with a driving passion to write professionally. She resides in western Michigan.