Pale Kings
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Publisher Description
When the gods return to claim their world, the Five Realms will fall, in this earth-shaking epic fantasy thriller following on from the author's seminal debut, Lost Gods
For centuries the Five Lands have been at peace, but now a nameless enemy is tearing apart their borders. When a young assassin, Neythan, is summoned to Súnam, he expects to help uncover the enemy, but is instead confronted with secrets from his forgotten childhood, all somehow linked to the ancient scroll he has always carried. As the invasion continues, and the supernatural forces responsible are unveiled, Neythan must learn the truth about the power that lies in his blood... before it is too late.
File Under: Fantasy [ Monsters and Men | False Myths | Priest-Killers | Unravelling Truth ]
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Mystical bloodlines collide with forbidden magic steeped in Africa-inspired lore in Yongo's ringing follow-up to 2018's Lost Gods. Ex-assassin Neythan possesses an ancient scroll that may explain the growing darkness in the Five Realms. Led by a cryptic mystic, battle-weary Neythan and two compatriots travel beyond the Five Realms in search of answers from priests who have kept the old ways. Startling revelations about Neythan's magical heritage launch him on what may prove to be a soul-destroying quest riddled with visions and prophecy. Meanwhile, other key players find themselves enmeshed in deadly conspiracies as ancient powers reemerge, cities are destroyed, and a vengeful old god rises. The author makes much better use than in the first book of a subtle multi-perspective narrative and riveting worldbuilding to develop pivotal characters, deepen intrigue, and craftily advance this winding tale. Yongo is building an increasingly strong fantasy story in which tiny details assemble into fascinating mysteries.
