Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn Series by Tad Williams, John Joseph Adams, Brent Weeks, Paolo Bacigalupi, Aliette de Bodard, Trudi Canavan, Orson Scott Card, Kate Elliott, Robin Hobb, N.K. Jemisin, Mary Robinette Kowal, Ursula K. Le Guin, Juliet Marillier, George R.R. Martin, Michael Moorcock, Melanie Rawn, Patrick Rothfuss, Brandon Sanderson, Carrie Vaughn, Raymond E. Feist, Mat Broome, Robin Gillespie, Sean J. Jordan, Brett Booth

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  • Epic: Legends of Fantasy (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #0.5)
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    Epic: Legends of Fantasy (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #0.5)

    John Joseph Adams, Brent Weeks, Paolo Bacigalupi, Aliette de Bodard, Trudi Canavan, Orson Scott Card, Kate Elliott, Robin Hobb, N.K. Jemisin, Mary Robinette Kowal, Ursula K. Le Guin, Juliet Marillier, George R.R. Martin, Michael Moorcock, Melanie Rawn, Patrick Rothfuss, Brandon Sanderson, Carrie Vaughn, Tad Williams

    Rated: 3.70 of 5 stars
    · 24 ratings · published 2010

    From the creation myths and quest sagas of ancient times to the mega-popular fantasy novels of today, this quintessential anthology of epic fantasy is adventurous storytelling at its best. With rich and vibrant worldbuilding, readers are transported to antiquated realms to witness noble sacrifices and astonishing wonders. Gathering a comprehensive survey of beloved stories from the genre, this compilation includes stories by such luminaries as George R.R. Martin, Melanie Rawn, Ursula K... more

  • The Wood Boy / The Burning Man (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #0.5)
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    The Wood Boy / The Burning Man (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #0.5)

    Raymond E. Feist, Tad Williams, Mat Broome, Robin Gillespie, Sean J. Jordan, Brett Booth

    Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings · published 2005

    This volume contains graphic adaptations of two short stories that originally appeared in the 'Legends' anthology. 'The Wood Boy' introduces readers to the 'Riftwar Saga', while 'The Burning Man' is a thought-provoking story about life and death, love and fear, and innocence and betrayal.

  • The Dragonbone Chair (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #1)
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    The Dragonbone Chair (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #1)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 3.97 of 5 stars
    · 54 ratings · published 1988

    A war fueled by the powers of dark sorcery is about to engulf the peaceful land of Osten Ard—for Prester John, the High King, lies dying. And with his death, the Storm King, the undead ruler of the elf-like Sithi, seizes the chance to regain his lost realm through a pact with the newly ascended king. Knowing the consequences of this bargain, the king’s younger brother joins with a small, scattered group of scholars, the League of the Scroll, to confront the true danger threatening Osten Ard... more

  • Stone of Farewell (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #2)
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    Stone of Farewell (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #2)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars
    · 44 ratings · published 1990

    The second book in the trilogy that launched one of the most important fantasy writers of our time.It is a time of darkness, dread, and ultimate testing for the realm of Osten Ard, for the wild magic and terrifying minions of the undead Sithi ruler, Ineluki the Storm King, are spreading their seemingly undefeatable evil across the kingdom... more

  • To Green Angel Tower (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3)
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    To Green Angel Tower (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars
    · 49 ratings · published 1993

    As the evil minions of the undead Sithi Storm King prepare for the kingdom-shattering culmination of their dark sorceries and King Elias is drawn ever deeper into their nightmarish, spell spun world, the loyal allies of Prince Josua desperately struggle to rally their forces at the Stone of Farewell... more

  • To Green Angel Tower, Part 1 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3 part 1)
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    To Green Angel Tower, Part 1 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3 part 1)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars
    · 49 ratings · published 1993

    A novel of vast scope, detail, and complexity, To Green Angel Tower is the momentous tour-de-force finale of a ground-breaking series. Replete with war, deception, adventure, sorcery, and romance, To Green Angel Tower brings to a stunning and surprising conclusion Tad Williams' monumental tale of a magical conflict which fractures the very fabric of time and space, turning both humans and Sithi against those of their own blood... more

  • To Green Angel Tower, Part 2 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3 part 2)
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    To Green Angel Tower, Part 2 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3 part 2)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars
    · 26 ratings · published 1993

    The evil minions of the undead Sithi Storm King are beginning their final preparations for the kingdom-shattering culmination of their dark sorceries, drawing King Elias ever deeper into their nightmarish, spell-spun world. As the Storm King’s power grows and the boundaries of time begin to blur, the loyal allies of Prince Josua struggle to rally their forces at the Stone of Farewell... more

  • The Heart of What Was Lost (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3.5)
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    The Heart of What Was Lost (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn #3.5)

    Tad Williams

    Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars
    · 27 ratings · published 2017

    The Heart of What Was Lost takes place in the half-year after the end of To Green Angel Tower, and tells of the attempt by Isgrimnur and a force largely made up of Rimmersgard soldiers to destroy the remaining Norns as they flee back to their homeland and their mountain. It also answers some questions about what actually happened in the immediate aftermath of the fall of Green Angel Tower.

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