‘Fantasy as it ought to be written’ George R.R. MartinThe people of Getty's town remember the death of their cemetery soldier vividly. They remember believing him guilty of unspeakable crimes, condemning him, and then watching as other men of his unit beat him until he no longer drew breath.But Nevare Burvelle didn't die that day, though everyone believes they saw it happen. He was cornered by a p…
Naomi Novik’s stunning series of novels follow the global adventures of Captain William Laurence and his fighting dragon Temeraire as they are thrown together to fight for Britain during the turbulent time of the Napoleonic Wars.Former Aerial Corps captain Will Laurence and his faithful dragon, Temeraire, have been put out to pasture in Australia – and it seems their part in the war has ended just…
Князь Юрген привёз семью в Лир накануне Новогодья, чтобы представить принцу-наследнику свою старшую дочь. И вообще, князю и королю есть что обсуждать и о чём договариваться! А юная Линн, другая дочь князя, мечтает посмотреть на всё это со стороны, и чтобы о ней забыли. Она хотела бы просто хорошо провести время! А маленькая уродливая карлица княжна Илайна вообще не хотела бы высовываться…Ничьи пла…
With the acclaimed Temeraire novels, New York Times bestselling author Naomi Novik has created a fantasy series like no other. Now, with LEAGUE OF DRAGONS, Novik brings the imaginative tour-de-force that has captivated millions to an unforgettable finish.Napoleon’s invasion of Russia has been roundly thwarted. But even as Capt. William Laurence and the dragon Temeraire pursue the retreating enemy …
The third book of The Crucible, the exciting historical fantasy series from the author of the popular Axis Trilogy.The crises enveloping Europe begin to alter the mentality of the world. People are no longer content with their lot in life; they have grown ambitious and disruptive. The Church is losing its grip, not only are the heresies raging out of control, but more and more priests are speaking…
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.Raised in an isolated cove on the beautiful Kerry coast, Fainne’s childhood is a lonely one. But her beloved father, the exiled son of Sevenwaters, teaches her all he knows of the magical arts, and every summer she looks forward to the arrival of her one f…
'Fantasy as it ought to be written' George R.R. MartinThe thrilling conclusion to Robin Hobb’s Tawny Man trilogy.Kingdoms will stand or fall on the beat of a dragon’s wings, or a Fool’s heart.Prince Dutiful has been charged with a quest to the Outisland to take the head of the black dragon Icefyre. Only then will his betrothed marry him and cement the alliance between their warring kingdoms.But is…
'Fantasy as it ought to be written' George R.R. MartinRobin Hobb returns to her best loved characters with the second volume in a brand new series.Happy endings never last…Years ago, they freed a dragon from the glaciers on Aslevjal. Then they parted ways, the Fool returning to far-off Clerres, while Fitz finally claimed a wife, a family, and a home of his own.Now, betrayed by his own people and b…
'Fantasy as it ought to be written' George R.R. MartinThe final instalment of Robin Hobb’s Sunday Times best-selling series The Rain Wild Chronicles.Dragons will fly over Kelsingra once more…Attacked by hunters, Tintaglia is dying of her wounds. If she perishes, her ancestral memories will die with her and the dragons in the ancient city of Kelsingra will lose the secret knowledge they need to sur…
'Fantasy as it ought to be written' George R.R. MartinRobin Hobb returns to her best loved characters in a brand new series.Tom Badgerlock has been living peaceably in the manor house at Withywoods with his beloved wife Molly these many years, the estate a reward to his family for loyal service to the crown.But behind the facade of respectable middle-age lies a turbulent and violent past. For Tom …
‘Fantasy as it ought to be written’ George R.R. MartinReturn to the world of the Liveships Traders and journey along the Rain Wild River in this fantastic adventure from the author of the internationally acclaimed Farseer trilogy.Guided by the great blue dragon Tintaglia, they came from the sea: a Tangle of serpents fighting their way up the Rain Wilds River, the first to make the perilous journey…
The first book of The Crucible, an exciting historical fantasy from the author of the popular Axis triology.The Nameless Day is, according to the ancient pagan calendar of Europe, the one day of the year when the world of mankind and the enigmatic world of the spirits touch. Mid-century the forces of evil slide across the divide and invade Europe.The Church sends Thomas Neville, an English noblema…
HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics.‘At first you saw only a mass of coarse, matted black hair; presently it was seen that this covered a body of fearful thinness, almost a skeleton, but with the muscles standing out like wires’M.R. James’ ghost stories are brimming with delicate horror. They take place in the quiet corners of churches, and betw…
Как же легко рушится уже, кажется, сложившаяся реальность. Теплые доверительные отношения с монархом тают на глазах. Получив отказ, он не желает смотреть в сторону юной баронессы. Еще и герцогиня спешит избавиться от строптивой девицы. Да что там! Сам род Доло в одном шаге от опалы, которая по капризу государя называется почетной отставкой. Но Шанриз не привыкла долго бывать в унынии. У нее есть …
Это повествование мне пришло во сне, я ПРОСНУЛСЯ и стал писать ПИСАТЬ, писать. Я летал по мирам, путешествовал во времени и слушал этот рассказ... Проснувшись я решил его записать пока картинки, фразы оставались в памяти. И вот, я решил поделиться этой ИСТОРИЕЙ СОТВОРЕНИЯ МИРА, С ВАМИ, УВАЖАЕМЫЕ ЧИТАТЕЛИ!