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Anthony Ryan, born in 1970 in the United Kingdom, is a renowned fantasy novelist. His works are known for their unique world-building and rich imagination, which have won him a dedicated following.

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“Nobility is a lie. A pretence that high standing comes from anything more than money or martial prowess. Any dolt can play the noble, and as you'll discover in time, daughter, it's mostly dolts who do.”

Source: Tower Lord

“What do you think the world is if not just an endless parade of madness? To make war is madness. To seek power is madness." She laughed louder, throwing her arms wide. "And madness is glorious!”

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Book:Queen of Fire

Source: Queen of Fire

“Only in war does the madman become sane.”

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Book:Queen of Fire

Source: Queen of Fire

“Love must risk all or perish.”

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Book:Blood Song

Source: Blood Song

“I've survived revolution, war, and over a decade on this continent," the Burgrave reflected. "But by all the ghosts of the hundred emperors, I think fatherhood will finally do me in.”

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Book:The Waking Fire

Source: The Waking Fire

“War is ever the folly of the ignorant. But I have seen much to convince me some wars must be fought, to the bitterest end if need be.”

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Book:Queen of Fire

Source: Queen of Fire

“War is always an adventure to those who've never seen it.”

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Book:Blood Song

Source: Blood Song

About the Author

Born: 1970
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 33

Books & Sources

Queen of FireRelated source material

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Tower LordRelated source material

The Waking FireRelated source material

A Pilgrimage of SwordsRelated source material

An Aria for RagnarokRelated source material

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