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Black Sun

Pages
464
Published
2020
Language
English

Synopsis

In a world where a god's return is foretold by the convergence of earth and sky under a black sun, the winter solstice brings not celebration, but an ominous eclipse. A disgraced ship captain, Xiala, whose songs can control the sea and minds, carries a blind, scarred passenger named Serapio. Though described as harmless, Serapio's destiny is intertwined with the prophecy, and his journey to the holy city of Tova may herald a world-altering event. This epic adventure explores power, history, and the fight against societal constraints and personal demons.

About the author

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Rebecca Roanhorse

Rebecca Roanhorse (born September 23, 1971, in Conway, Arkansas) is an American science fiction and fantasy writer based in Northern New Mexico. She holds degrees from Yale University, Union Theological Seminary, and the University of New Mexico School of Law. Her novels include the Sixth World duology (Trail of Lightning, Storm of Locusts) and the Between Earth and Sky trilogy (Black Sun, Fevered Star, Mirrored Heavens), which won the 2025 Hugo Award for Best Series, along with Star Wars: Resi...

Characters

XialaProtagonist
SerapioProtagonist
NaranpaProtagonist

A former beggar risen to Sun Priest of Tova, navigating a priesthood hostile to her origins as the eclipse approaches.

OkoaProtagonist

A crow-riding warrior of the Carrion Crow clan, drawn into the unrest following his clan matron's murder.

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