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King of YS (Vol. 1 - Roma Mater & Gallicenae)

King of YS (Vol. 1 - Roma Mater & Gallicenae)

Epic FantasyFantasy
Pages
678
Published
1987
Language
English

Synopsis

This epic historical fantasy series reimagines the fall of the Roman Empire through the lens of Celtic mythology. It follows the intertwined destinies of characters caught between the fading glory of Rome and the rising power of the ancient city of Ys. The narrative weaves together historical events with magical elements, exploring themes of power, destiny, and cultural clash.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

AdventurousComplexAtmospheric
Quest

Genres

Epic Fantasy Fantasy Historical Fiction Mythology

Authors

K
Karen Anderson

Karen Anderson is a pseudonym of June Millichamp "Karen" Kruse Anderson. She is the widow and sometime co-author of Poul Anderson and mother-in-law of writer Greg Bear. - Wikipedia

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Poul Anderson

Poul William Anderson was an American science fiction author who began his career during one of the Golden Ages of the genre and continued to write and remain popular into the 21st century. Anderson also authored several works of fantasy, historical novels, and a prodigious number of short stories. He received numerous awards for his writing, including seven Hugo Awards and three Nebula Awards. Anderson received a degree in physics from the University of Minnesota in 1948. He married Karen Kr...