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Prince of Fools

Prince of Fools

Epic FantasyFantasy
Pages
368
Published
2001
Language
English

Synopsis

Prince Jalan Kendeth wants nothing more than a quiet life of drinking and womanizing, far from the throne. But when a magical curse binds him to a fierce Norse warrior, he's thrust into a dangerous quest across the Broken Empire. To break the spell and survive, Jalan must confront an undead army, a terrifying sorceress, and the truth about his own destiny.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

DarkAdventurousTenseGritty
QuestReluctant HeroForced Proximity

Genres

Epic Fantasy Fantasy High Fantasy Dark Fantasy

About the author

M
Mark Lawrence

Mark Lawrence was born in 1966, in the United States. While he was still young, his parents moved to the United Kingdom. Lawrence has a degree in physics and holds a PhD in mathematics. He is married and has four children. Lawrence is the primary carer of his disabled child Celyn, and for this reason he does not travel to promote his books or attend conventions. He works as a novelist and was a research scientist in the field of artificial intelligence. He has held secret level clearance w...

Characters

Prince Jalan KendethProtagonist
The Red QueenSupporting
Jorg AncrathCameo
All characters in Prince of Fools

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need to read The Broken Empire trilogy before starting this book?

    While this story takes place in the same universe and shares a timeline with The Broken Empire, it is entirely possible to read this series first. You may miss minor easter eggs or context regarding certain events, but the narrative is designed to stand on its own.

  • How does the world-building relate to our own history?

    The setting is a post-apocalyptic version of Europe where technology has been replaced by magic. You will encounter familiar geographical names and cultural archetypes that hint at their real-world counterparts.

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