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“Like a falling star, he descended on the Tarbh Cró, a Cassiline berserker, his sword biting and slashing like a silver snake.”

Quote by Jacqueline Carey

Book:Kushiel's Dart

Work

Kushiel's Dart is a fantasy novel that delves into a world of intricate magic and political machinations. The story follows Phèdre nó Delaunay, a woman cursed with a rare and powerful gift, who navigates a treacherous court and engages in a dangerous love affair. The novel is known for its lush world-building and complex characters. more

Author

Jacqueline Carey

Jacqueline Carey is a renowned American fantasy author born in 1964. Her works are known for their rich imagination, profound themes, and unique narrative style. Carey's fantasy series 'Kushiel's Legacy' is particularly popular among readers, blending elements of politics, love, and religion to create complex character relationships and a grand world view. more

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