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The Painted Man

Pages
544
Published
2009
Language
English

Synopsis

In a world where night belongs to terrifying demons, humanity clings to survival behind magical wards. As the sun sets, these creatures rise from the earth, leaving destruction in their wake. Three young individuals, each from isolated villages, refuse to accept this grim reality. They believe there's more to their world than fear and hiding, if only they dare to seek it beyond their protected homes.

About the author

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Peter V. Brett

Peter V. Brett is an American fantasy novelist, born in New Rochelle, New York, in 1973. He studied English literature and art history at the University at Buffalo and worked in pharmaceutical publishing in New York City before writing full time. His debut, published as The Painted Man in the UK and The Warded Man in the US, began The Demon Cycle, a five-book series in which demons rise from the ground each night; the series has sold millions of copies worldwide. He has also written novellas set...

Characters

ArlenProtagonist
LeeshaProtagonist
RojerProtagonist
CorelingsAntagonist
A MessengerSupporting
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