Juliet E. McKenna Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)

Four women, four destinies - the future of King Arthur's court...

It is the summer of 1887 and everyone is looking forward to Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. Young police constable David Price's greatest concern is how much drunken disorder he and his colleagues will have to deal with. This changes when he is part of a force sent to a Lascar hostel on the docks, to break up a disturbance. The constables arrive to find that trouble hasn't even started. Close to the scene, David discovers an intricate mechanical rat, which is taken from him by a mysterious woman. He discovers she is a socialite, a friend of the royal family, and the eldest daughter of an Indian rajah. Tracking the princess down to her Richmond home provides the young officer with some answers. Many more questions arise. He finds himself embroiled in a deadly plot to raise racial tensions, set to culminate in a major incident that will rock the capital. Worse, David realises some of his own colleagues are involved. He has no idea who he can trust...

Lie. Cheat. Bargain. Fight. Accept. Bribe. Conquer. Evade. No matter what humanity tries, Death always wins. Or does it? Discover the answer in The Death of All Things, where twenty-two writers take their shot at the Grim Reaper with explorations of the mythical, fantastical, and futuristic bonds between life and death. Learn the cost of mortality, the perils-and joys-of the afterlife, and the potential pitfalls of immortality ... Featuring stories from: K. M. Laney, Andrea Mullen, Faith Hunter, Kendra Leigh Speedling, Jason M. Hough, Julie Pitzel, Shaun Avery, Christie Golden, Leah Cutter, Aliette de Bodard, Andrew Dunlop, Juliet E. McKenna, A. Merc Rustad, Ville Meriläinen, Amanda Kespohl, Mack Moyer, Fran Wilde, Kathryn McBride, Andrija Popovic, Jim C. Hines, Stephen Blackmoore, and Kiya Nicoll.

From the renowned author of "The Chronicles of the Lescari Revolution" and the Tales of Einarinn series comes the first book in a stunning new fantasy series. Original.

Livak se nudí. Zima v Kellarinu měla co nabídnout, teď to ale nestojí za nic. Jistou naději nabízí plán na znovuobsazení jižní části původní kolonie, to však nebude možné, dokud z kontinentu po dlouhé zimě nepřipluje první loď. Livak však netuší, že žádná loď nedorazí. Důležitá obchodní cesta do Tormalinu není zrovna bezpečná. Nová hrozba, jíž musí kolonie čelit, se navíc ukáže mnohem závažnější, než se původně zdálo… Závěrečný díl série Einarinn opět přináší kouzelné vyprávění, silné charaktery a detailně propracovaný svět.

Original stories from best-loved names and new talents. Introduction by George Mann1 "Who Slays the Gyant, Wounds the Beast" by Mark Chadbourn2 "Reins of Destiny" by Janny Wurts3 "Tornado of Sparks" by James Maxey4 "Grander than the Sea" by T.A. Pran5 "The Prince of End Times" by Hal Duncan6 "King Tales" by Jeff VanderMeer7 "In Berween Dreams" by Christopher Barzak8 "And Such Small Deer" by Chris Roberson9 "The Wizard's Coming" by Juliet E. McKenna10 "Shell Game" by Mike Resnick11 "The Song Her Heart Sang" by Steven Savile12 "A Man Falls" by Joseph "Jay" E. Lake Jr13 "O Caritas" by Conrad Williams14 "Lt. Privet's Love Song" by Scott Thomas15 "Chinandega" by Lucius Shepard16 "Quashie Trapp Blacklight" by Steven Erikson

In Einarinn kennt nur eine kleine Elite das Geheimnis der Magie, während Livak, eine Diebin, in Schwierigkeiten gerät, als sie ein altes Artefakt stiehlt, das möglicherweise das Geheimnis der Magie birgt. Plötzlich wird sie von verschiedenen Gruppen verfolgt und muss das Spiel ihres Lebens spielen.

In Einarinn kennt nur eine kleine Elite das Geheimnis der Magie. Diese Wenigen leben abgeschieden unter der strengen Überwachung des Erzmagus. Doch nichts währet ewig. Livak ist eine Diebin und Spielerin - und sie bringt sich immer wieder in Schwierigkeiten. Allerdings waren diese noch nie so groß wie diesmal, als sie ein altes Artefakt stiehlt. Denn dieses Artefakt könnte das Geheimnis der Magie in sich tragen. Plötzlich sieht sich Livak von allen möglichen Gruppen verfolgt. Sie muss das Spiel ihres Lebens spielen.

Set in the richly imagined world of Einarinn, this fourth volume continues the gripping saga of adventure and intrigue. Following the events of The Gambler's Fortune, it delves deeper into the lives of its complex characters as they navigate challenges that test their loyalties and courage. With McKenna's signature blend of fantasy and character-driven storytelling, readers can expect an engaging exploration of fate, ambition, and the consequences of choices made in a vibrant, immersive setting.

Livak, a skilled thief, uses her bravery and cleverness to evade the dark sorcery of the Elietimm, aided by Ryshad, a noble swordsman who has captured her heart. Their adventure leads them to pursue an ancient and powerful magic that the Empire desperately needs to protect itself from threats. As they navigate danger and intrigue, their bond deepens, and a fortune lies in wait if they can secure this forgotten magic.