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Malazan Book of the Fallen: Books 1-4

Malazan Book of the Fallen: Books 1-4

Gardens of the Moon, Deadhouse Gates, Memories of Ice, House of Chains
Epic FantasyFantasy
Pages
2560
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

Steven Erikson, drawing on his background as an anthropologist and archaeologist, crafts an epic fantasy series where vast legions of gods, mages, humans, dragons, and other creatures determine the fate of the Malazan Empire. This ebundle collects the first four books: Gardens of the Moon, Deadhouse Gates, Memories of Ice, and House of Chains. Prepare for brutal and exciting action and battle scenes as the saga unfolds.

Prose complexity
8/10

Vibe

GrittyTenseAdventurousComplex
Multiple POVsQuestMorally Grey

Genres

Epic Fantasy Fantasy Military Adventure Political Thriller

About the author

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Steven Erikson

Steven Erikson was born Steve Rune Lundin in Toronto in 1959 and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He trained as an archaeologist and anthropologist — completing fieldwork on Indigenous sites in the Canadian Shield — before earning a graduate degree through the Iowa Writers' Workshop. He writes under a pen name adopted to avoid confusion with the American novelist Steve Erickson. The world of the Malazan Book of the Fallen has its origins not in a manuscript but in a tabletop roleplaying campaign....

Characters

Ganoes ParanProtagonist

A young Malazan officer who becomes entangled in the schemes of gods and ascendants, rising through the ranks and facing immense challenges.

LornAntagonist

A Malazan Adjunct to the Empress, fiercely loyal and ruthless in her pursuit of the Empire's goals.

Empress LaseenAntagonist

The cunning and ruthless ruler of the Malazan Empire, whose expansionist policies drive much of the conflict.

Quick BenSupporting

A powerful and enigmatic Malazan High Mage, known for his cunning and multiple warrens.

Kalam MekharSupporting

A deadly Malazan assassin and former Claw, known for his loyalty and combat prowess.

All characters in Malazan Book of the Fallen: Books 1-4

Frequently asked questions

  • Is "Malazan Book of the Fallen: Books 1-4" a complete series or part of a larger work?

    This ebundle collects the first four books of the Malazan Book of the Fallen series. The full series consists of ten main novels.

  • What kind of reading experience can I expect from the Malazan Book of the Fallen series?

    The Malazan Book of the Fallen series is known for its complex world-building, large cast of characters, and intricate plotlines. It often features mature themes, philosophical depth, and epic-scale conflicts.

  • Are there any adaptations of the Malazan Book of the Fallen series?

    As of this update, there are no film, TV, or streaming adaptations of Steven Erikson's Malazan Book of the Fallen series.