Deze epische saga duikt in een wereld van duistere magie en complexe relaties. Het volgt de lotsbestemmingen van machtige vrouwen die worstelen met erfenissen van pijn en verraad. De serie combineert meesterlijk romantiek, actie en psychologische diepgang, terwijl personages vechten voor macht en vrijheid binnen een brute, hiërarchische samenleving. Het is een meeslepend verhaal over veerkracht, liefde en het vinden van kracht, zelfs in de donkerste hoeken van de ziel.
Před sedmi sty lety černá vdova prožila mystické vidění a z pavučiny jejích snů a vizí vzešlo starodávné proroctví. Nyní se říše Temnoty připravuje na příchod Královny, která bude vládnout mnohem větší mocí a silou než samotný pán Pekla. Ale Královna je ještě mladá, přístupná všem vlivům a korupci. Kdo ovládá Královnu, ovládá i Temnotu.
The Dark Kingdom is preparing itself for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy--the arrival of a new Queen, a Witch who will wield more power than even the High Lord of Hell himself. But this new ruler is young, and very susceptible to influence and corruption; whoever controls her controls the Darkness. And now, three sworn enemies begin a ruthless game of politics and intrigue, magic and betrayal, and the destiny of an entire world is at stake.
Jaenelle's vampiric, adoptive father, Saetan, and her foster-family of demons shelter her. To restore her memory and emotional balance, they move to Kaeleer, where Jaenelle befriends the kindred animals. As she recovers strength and memory, Jaenelle resolves to restore Daemon and cleanse Terreille.
Librarian's note: See alternate cover for this edition here.Enough time has passed for the young girl Jaenelle, heir to the magical Darkness, for her physical wounds to heal, while amnesia keeps her frightening memories at bay. But with Saetan--a Black-Jewelled Warlord Prince and Jaenelle's foster-father--to protect her, she will continue to grow. Her magic will mature. Her memories will return. And Jaenelle will face her destiny when she remembers Daemon, Saetan's son, who made the ultimate sacrifice for her love....
Librarian's note: See alternate cover edition of ISBN 0451456734 here.Jaenelle Angelline now reigns as Queen-protector of the Shadow Realm. No longer will the corrupt Blood slaughter her people and defile her lands. But where one chapter ends, a final, unseen battle remains to be written, and Jaenelle must unleash the terrible power that is Witch to destroy her enemies once and for all.Even so, she cannot stand alone. Somewhere, long lost in madness, is Daemon, her promised Consort. Only his unyielding love can complete her Court and secure her reign. Yet, even together, their strength may not be enough to hold back the most malevolent of forces.
Jaenelle vládne jako královna na dvoře Ebon Askavi, a proto zkorumpovaná čistá krev už nemůže masakrovat její lid a zneuctívat její zemi. Ale kde se uzavřou dveře, může být prolomeno okno, proto musí být nepřátelé zničeni jednou provždy.Ani Čarodějka sama však nemá dostatek sil k tomu, aby ochránila Říši Stínů. Někde, dlouho ztracen v Šíleném království, se nachází Daemon, její předurčený společník. Neoblomná láska, kterou k Jaenelle chová, sjednotí dvůr a zajistí moc. Ukazuje se ale, že spojené síly nebudou stačit k odražení útoků nepřátel – pouze strašlivá oběť může zachránit ty, které Jaenelle miluje… Krátká ukázka z knihy: Navzdory všemu rozumu, navzdory vší touze, dokonce i když si myslel, že se s ní oženil Lucivar, stále ještě nedokázal vstřebat fakt, že Jaenelle už dávno není tou dívenkou, jakou znal. Už vyrostla a dospěla. Stěny v pokoji najednou zešedly, ještě více potemněly a začaly se uzavírat, přičemž kolem něj vytvořily tunel. „Daemone.“ Tenhle hluboký hlas si také pamatoval. Slyšel ho a připadalo mu, že zní pobaveně. Dříve ho slýchával plný zuřivosti a zběsilé síly. Slýchával ho zastřený a vyčerpaný. Slýchával ho, jak ho prosí, aby se na něj napojil, aby přijal pomoc a sílu, kterou mu nabízel. Pomalu se otočil a zíral na Saetana. Prince Temnoty. Nejvyššího pána Pekla. Svého otce.
'Kiedy Jaenelle Angelline szukała sposobu, jak ochronić Krwawych z Królestwa Kaeleer przed uderzeniem własnej Hebanowej mocy, Daemon Sadi opowiedział jej historię Szarej Pani, której kilka wieków wcześniej udało się tego dokonać. Nie wspomniał jednak o roli, jaką sam pełnił w tej historii. Niewidzialny Pierścień jest relacją z tamtych wydarzeń. Gdy Jared, młody wojownik z Shaladoru noszący Czerwony Kamień, trafia do niewoli, na dziewięć długich lat zostaje skazany na świadczenie usług seksualnych. Wreszcie, nie mogąc dłużej znieść wykorzystywania i upokorzeń, zabija swą właścicielkę i trafia na targ niewolników. Tam kupuje go Szara Pani - Królowa z Dena Nehele, osławiona opinią, że nabywani przez nią niewolnicy znikają bez śladu. Szara Pani wraz z grupą kupionych niewolników wyrusza w drogę powrotną na swoje terytorium, uciekając przed ludźmi Dorothei SaDiablo, Najwyższej Kapłanki władającej większością Królestwa Terreille. Jared jest gotów na śmierć, ale bardzo szybko przekonuje się, że ani jego nowa właścicielka, ani towarzysze niedoli nie są osobami, za które się podają. Każdy skrywa mroczną tajemnicę, a co najgorsze - jest wśród nich zdrajca pracujący dla Dorothei. Wkrótce młody wojownik staje przed trudnym wyborem: odzyskać wolność czy zachować honor. Od jego decyzji zależy nie tylko jego życie, ale i przyszłość wszystkich Krwawych.'
Der Sklave Jared gilt als unberechenbar. Als er an die gefürchtete Graue Lady verkauft wird, scheint sein Schicksal besiegelt. Welches Geheimnis umgibt die Herrscherin, die als größte Feindin Dorothea SaDiablos gilt?
Set in the captivating universe of the Black Jewels Trilogy, this prequel explores the journey of a man intent on defying his predetermined fate. As he navigates a world filled with complex magic and intricate politics, he confronts powerful forces that challenge his beliefs and desires. The narrative delves into themes of rebellion, identity, and the struggle for autonomy, promising an engaging tale that expands on the rich lore established in the original series.
Return to the realm of the Blood in Dreams Made Flesh—featuring four revelatory all-new adventures of Jaenelle and her kindred….Jaenelle is the most powerful Witch ever known, centuries of hopes and dreams made flesh at last. She has forged ties with three of the realm’s mightiest Blood warriors: Saetan, the High Lord of Hell, who trains Jaenelle in magic and adopts her as his daughter; Lucivar, the winged Eyrien warlord who becomes her protector; and the near-immortal Daemon born to be Witch’s lover. Jaenelle has assumed her rightful place as Queen of the Darkness and restored order and peace to the realms…but at a terrible cost.In Dreams Made Flesh, discover the origin of the mystical Jewels, and experience the forbidden passion between Lucivar and a simple hearth witch. Witness the clash between Saetan and a Priestess that may forever change reality. And learn whether the sacrifice of Jaenelle’s magic has destroyed any hope of happiness between her and Daemon.
Zaproszenie podpisano Jaenelle Angelline. Pierwsza przybywa na miejsce Surreal SaDiablo, była kurtyzana i zabójczyni. Zostaje jednak uwięziona w koszmarze splątanych sieci stworzonym przez Czarne Wdowy. Jeśli użyje do obrony Fachu, narazi się na uwięzienie w domu już na zawsze. Jednak to nie Jaenelle wysłała zaproszenie. Teraz Jaenelle wraz z rodziną muszą ratować Surreal i pozostałych uwięzionych, uważając, by samym nie dać się złapać. Muszą również odkryć, kto stworzył to upiorne miejsce i dlaczego chce pozbawić życia członków rodziny SaDiablo. Tylko jeden Krwawy mógł zastawić taką pułapkę...
With the corrupt Queens wiped out and only a few leaderless Warlord Princes remaining, Theran Grayhaven knows that he is the only one who has the power to restore Dena Nehele to the land it once was, if he can only find a Queen.
Return to the "intense...erotic...and imaginative" world of the Black Jewels novels in this sequel to The Shadow Queen. Lady Cassidy, the Rose-Jeweled Queen, aims to restore her people's traditions after years of oppression. However, ominous visions from the Black Widows hint at looming dangers that could alter everything.
New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop’s Black Jewels novels have enthralled readers and critics alike. Now, in Twilight’s Dawn, she returns to the Blood realm with four captivating novellas... WINSOL GIFTS Daemon is settling into his first year of married life with his Witch Queen Jaenelle. But as the celebration of Winsol draws near, he finds himself pulled in multiple directions playing host to his formidable family. SHADES OF HONOR When wounded Surreal returns to Ebon Rih, her former lover Falonar ruthlessly challenges the rule of her family, testing Surreal’s resolve not to succumb to the darkness burning inside her. FAMILY When someone lays a vicious trap for Queen Sylvia and her sons, the ruling family of Dhemlan must uncover the identity of a vicious warlord before he returns to finish what he started. THE HIGH LORD'S DAUGHTER After losing two important people in his life, Daemon has built a wall around his heart. But when he inadvertently forges a new connection, will it be enough to free him from his loveless existence?
POWER HAS A PRICE. SO DOES LOVE. Return to the dark, sensual, and powerful world of the Black Jewels in this long-awaited new story in the New York Times bestselling fantasy saga. After a youthful mistake, Lord Dillon's reputation is in tatters, leaving him vulnerable to aristo girls looking for a bit of fun. To restore his reputation and honor, he needs a handfast--a one-year contract of marriage. He sets his sights on Jillian, a young Eyrien witch from Ebon Rih, who he believes has only a flimsy connection to the noble society that spurned him. Unfortunately for Dillon, he is unaware of Jillian's true connections until he finds himself facing Lucivar Yaslana, the volatile Warlord Prince of Ebon Rih. Meanwhile, Surreal SaDiablo's marriage is crumbling. Daemon Sadi, the Warlord Prince of Dhemlan, recognizes there is something wrong between him and Surreal, but he doesn't realize that his attempt to suppress his own nature in order to spare his wife is causing his mind to splinter. To save Daemon, and the Realm of Kaeleer if he breaks, help must be sought from someone who no longer exists in any of the Realms--the only Queen powerful enough to control Daemon Sadi. The Queen known as Witch. As Jillian rides the winds of first love with Dillon, Daemon and Surreal struggle to survive the wounds of a marriage turned stormy--and Lucivar has to find a way to keep everyone in his family safe...even from each other.
Enter the dark and sensual realms of the Black Jewels, a world where power always has a price, in this sweeping story in the New York Times bestselling fantasy saga. They are Warlord Princes, men born to serve and protect. They are the Queen's Weapons, men born to destroy the Queen's enemies--no matter what face that enemy wears. Daemonar Yaslana knows how to be bossy yet supportive--traits he shares with his father, the Demon Prince, and his uncle, the High Lord of Hell. Within his generation of the family, he assumes the role of protector, supporting his sister Titian’s artistic efforts and curbing his cousin Jaenelle Saetien’s more adventurous ideas. But when a young Eyrien Queen, someone Titian thought was a friend, inflicts an emotional wound, Daemonar's counterattack brings him under the tutelage of Witch, the Queen whose continued existence is known only to a select few. As Daemonar is confronted by troubling changes within and around the family, he sees warnings that a taint in the Blood might be reappearing. Daemonar, along with his father and uncle, must uncover the source of a familiar evil--and Daemon Sadi, the High Lord of Hell, may be forced into making a terrible choice.
The award-winning Black Jewels trilogy combines three novels, exploring a dark and captivating fantasy world filled with complex characters and intricate power dynamics. Readers are drawn into a tale of magic, strength, and the struggle for dominance among various factions, featuring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for identity. This collection presents a unique opportunity to experience the entire saga by the bestselling author in a single volume, showcasing the depth and richness of the narrative.
Die Schwarzen Witwen herrschen tyrannisch über das Land, während die Männer als Lustsklaven dienen. Besonders die sadistische Hexenkönigin Dorothea übt Macht aus. Eine Prophezeiung kündigt jedoch die Ankunft einer noch mächtigeren Hexe an.