Call number
Genres
Publication
Tor Fantasy (1995), Reprint, Paperback
Pages
xxi; 553
Description
The story takes place 500 years after the events portrayed in the author's previous novel, The Phoenix Guard. Four Empire loyalists, Khaavren, Perl, Aerich and Tazendra, battle a plot to destroy the Orb of the Empire and overthrow the Emperor.
Awards
Minnesota Book Awards (Finalist — 1995)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1994
Physical description
xxi, 553 p.; 6.6 inches
ISBN
0812515226 / 9780812515220
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LibraryThing member Ishpeck
This sequel to The Phoenix Guards reiterates the charm that only Brust can deliver: For as thick as the book is, it's an incredibly easy read. Just like all Brust novels, this one is fun no matter how many times y'read it.
LibraryThing member wfzimmerman
Hardcover. The token Brust in my collection. A lot of fantasy readers seem to love him, but I don't quite get it. This may get weeded out in the quest for free linear feet.
LibraryThing member Anduril85
This book was as much fun to read as the first, seeing how our old friends were getting along was a joy and as ever it was wonderfully written in Brust's unique but enjoyable style. If you liked The Phoenix guards you'll enjoy this one down to the very last word.
LibraryThing member Karlstar
Another visit to the heroes of The Phoenix Guards. Once again, Musketeers style, they are called on to save the Empire. Sort of, maybe, or is it just their kids they are saving? Good stuff, as usual, though it does get a little wordy at times.
LibraryThing member woakden
Lots of fun. My favorite bit is the etymology of the name of the town of Bengloarafurd. I thought Brust did a really great job, especially since we already know how the story has to end from having read the Vlad Taltos novels - and that didn't make the ending any less climactic.
LibraryThing member TheDivineOomba
This is the second Khaavren book - written in a style that is homage to, and makes fun of, the books by Alexandre Dumas. And they are funny, however they weren't funny when I first read them in high school - the style went right over my head.
On a second reread by a much older me, I found this book
This book tells the tale of the End of Dragaera City, as well as the end of the orb and the empire. Of course, since the Vlad Taltos novels are set in a future where the Empire has regained prominence, we know that this lawlessness isn't permanent.
Its well written, but not meant to be taken entirely seriously. Enjoy the book!
On a second reread by a much older me, I found this book
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to be incredibly funny, but also sad. It is mostly set in Dragaera City, with Khaavren still in the Phoenix Guards, but now as an Ensign, a position of small power. There is scheming from a number of sides, including a young Assassin named Mario. Enter Aliera and her father, Adron e'Kieron, stubborn and practitioner of the Black Arts. We meet all the characters from the previous book, but they have all gone their ways - Tazendra and Aerich have regained their kingdoms, Pel is in training to be a Descrete (a bit like a therapist) and Khavren is stuck in the same old routine.This book tells the tale of the End of Dragaera City, as well as the end of the orb and the empire. Of course, since the Vlad Taltos novels are set in a future where the Empire has regained prominence, we know that this lawlessness isn't permanent.
Its well written, but not meant to be taken entirely seriously. Enjoy the book!
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