Mitchell Hogan Bücher

Caldan ist zehn Jahre alt, als seine Eltern von den Schergen des Kaisers ermordet werden. Er selbst entkommt seinen Verfolgern und findet in einem Kloster Unterschlupf, wo er von den Brüdern in den Grundlagen der Arkanen Magie unterrichtet wird. Doch dann verletzt er Jahre später bei einer Prügelei unwillentlich einen Mitschüler und wird, mit nichts als ein paar Münzen in der Tasche, hinausgeworfen. Von nun an muss er sich alleine durchschlagen – in einer Welt, die noch immer von den Mördern seiner Eltern beherrscht wird. Für Caldan beginnt ein langer und steiniger Weg, an dessen Ende er einer der größten Magier seiner Zeit sein wird …

Anasoma, die mächtigste Stadt des Kaiserreichs, ist gefallen, und zum zweiten Mal in seinem Leben muss der junge Magier Caldan alles hinter sich lassen und fliehen. Gemeinsam mit seinen Gefährten stellt er sich den Gefahren einer Welt, der ein schrecklicher Krieg bevorsteht und in der das Böse aus Legenden plötzlich lebendig zu werden scheint. Doch es ist vor allem Miranda, um deren Leben Caldan bangt. Ein verbotener Zauber droht sie zu töten. Caldan weiß, dass er sich seiner außergewöhnlichen Begabung stellen muss, um Miranda – und das gesamte Kaiserreich – zu retten. Doch um welchen Preis?

For the damned, redemption may be just a mad dream…Years have passed since the demon Tarrik and his master, the sorcerer Ren, destroyed the servants of Samal and suppressed the very essence of the vile lord. The cost was greater than even a demon could have imagined. But in the realms of demons and humans, no evil can be fully controlled, and no one’s true fate can be foretold. Including Tarrik’s. He’s been summoned once more, now by the vengeful Linriel, who’s fallen in with one of Samal’s ravaged survivors.Linriel takes Tarrik, bound again to serve, on a journey to the harsh southern lands to find the source of Ren’s coveted powers, and there they discover a part of Tarrik’s past he thought had been lost forever. As old bindings more powerful than sorcery fetter him, Tarrik is drawn into an obsessive and insane mission to erase the demon lord Samal from existence forever. And only if he succeeds will he at last be freed from exile.As old threats are reborn, he must decide what sacrifices he’s willing to make and what risks he’s willing to take on the unforgiving road to redemption.

Outcast and exiled, the demon Tarrik Nal-Valim has long been forgotten by the world of humans. At least, so he thinks. But when he is summoned as a last resort by a desperate sorcerer, it seems as though his past has caught up with him. The sorcerer is Serenity "Ren" Branwen, the daughter of Tarrik's former master--and friend. Though she seems cold, driven, and ruthless, Tarrik can tell that Ren has her back against a wall, and he is compelled by ferocious powers to obey her. As their world sinks into a terrifying maelstrom of murder, intrigue, and insurrection, Tarrik is forced to serve Ren's arcane designs--plans that, if they were to succeed, would resurrect unimaginable power and could destroy Tarrik's entire race. But as events unfurl, the lines between demon and master become blurred, and Tarrik realizes that Ren is not what she seems. To prevent utter devastation, Tarrik may have to surrender what he values most: a chance at redemption and an end to his exile.

In the epic conclusion to the series that began with the award-winning A CRUCIBLE OF SOULS, Mitchell Hogan combines the wonder of classic sword-and- sorcery fantasy with the grit of the modern masters to create something at once familiar and unique for readers of all ages. In A CRUCIBLE OF SOULS, Caldan was an exiled orphan, coming to grips that he is destined for much, much more. In BLOOD OF INNOCENTS, he comes into his powers, but at a terrible cost. Now, in A SHATTERED EMPIRE, he must combine those two things his power and his destiny to take down not one, but two warring empires. Caldan is learning that he is even more powerful than he thought and that the price for that power is almost certainly enslavement and death. In the midst of a war between two giant empires, monsters from legend and impossible sorcery are being unleashed with little thought to the consequences. All around Caldan, cities are burning and people are dying, and he knows he must do something to stop it. If only it were that easy. Unsure of how to truly harness the powers he knows are inside of him, fearful for his life and those of his friends, he is thrust time and time again into danger, seemingly another piece in this real world version of the game he had mastered long ago. And in that mindset, Caldan finds a truth that cannot be refuted: he knows this game, and he has never lost. Yes, there are traps and pitfalls along the way, and pieces will certainly be lost, but in the end, Caldan is certain of one thing: One cannot be afraid to play.

In a climactic showdown, demonic, necromantic, and human forces converge, threatening the very fabric of civilization. As these powerful factions clash, the stakes escalate, leading to a gripping battle for survival. The narrative explores themes of conflict, power, and the struggle for dominance, setting the stage for an epic resolution that will determine the future of all involved.

A dark force, fueled by corruption, awakens from the afterlife, threatening to disrupt the balance of power. As it rises, characters must confront their deepest fears and uncover hidden truths to combat this malevolent entity. The narrative explores themes of morality, the consequences of unchecked ambition, and the struggle between good and evil. Tension escalates as alliances are tested and the characters grapple with their pasts while striving to thwart the impending doom.

An immersive new sword and sorcery action series unfolds, crafted by the Aurealis Award-winning author known for A Crucible of Souls. This series promises to captivate readers with its thrilling blend of adventure, magic, and compelling characters, setting the stage for epic battles and intricate world-building. Fans of the genre can expect a rich narrative filled with excitement and depth that will draw them into a fantastical realm.

A malevolent force rises from the dead, threatening to disrupt the balance of power. Characters must confront their deepest fears and the consequences of past actions as they navigate a world where the line between life and death blurs. Themes of corruption, redemption, and the struggle against dark influences drive the narrative, creating a gripping tale of suspense and supernatural intrigue.

A malevolent force awakens, threatening to disrupt the balance between the living and the dead. As its influence spreads, characters must confront their darkest fears and uncover hidden truths to combat the impending chaos. Themes of corruption, the struggle for power, and the impact of the past on the present intertwine, creating a gripping narrative filled with suspense and supernatural elements.