Novels of the Malazan Empire Series by Ian C. Esslemont

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  • Night of Knives (Novels of the Malazan Empire #1)
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    Night of Knives (Novels of the Malazan Empire #1)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 3.81 of 5 stars
    · 36 ratings · published 2004

    The empire is named for the tiny island and city of Malaz, now a sleepy, seedy backwater port. Tonight however, a once-in-a-generation Shadow Moon brings demon hounds and darker beings. Also, a prophecy promises the return of long missing Emperor Kellanved to the contended imperial throne. This night will determine the fate of the world.

  • Return of the Crimson Guard (Novels of the Malazan Empire #2)
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    Return of the Crimson Guard (Novels of the Malazan Empire #2)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.01 of 5 stars
    · 36 ratings · published 2008

    The returning mercenary Crimson Guard are sworn to oppose the Empire. Some elite Avowed scheme to open paths to power. Ascendants, ancient powerful entities, seek to exploit all sides for gain. "Traveller", a swordsman, and his companion Ereko, confront successive enemies until the last from which none have returned. "Old Hands", generals and mages from the previous Emperor, direct civil war. But Empress Laseen may draw out survivors for final elimination.

  • Stonewielder (Novels of the Malazan Empire #3)
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    Stonewielder (Novels of the Malazan Empire #3)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars
    · 33 ratings · published 2010

    A breathtaking addition to the history of Malaz -- the new epic fantasy from the co-creator of this extraordinary imagined world.Greymane believed he'd outrun his past. With his school for swordsmanship in Falar, he was looking forward to a quiet life, although his colleague Kyle wasn't as enamoured with things outside the mercenary company, the Crimson Guard... more

  • Orb Sceptre Throne (Novels of the Malazan Empire #4)
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    Orb Sceptre Throne (Novels of the Malazan Empire #4)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars
    · 31 ratings · published 2012

    The epic new chapter in the history of Malaz -- the new epic fantasy from Steven Erikson's friend and co-creator of this extraordinary and exciting imagined world. Darujhistan, city of dreams, city of blue flames, is peaceful at last; its citizens free to return to politicking, bickering, trading and, above all, enjoying the good things in life. Yet there are those who will not allow the past to remain buried. A scholar digging in the plains stumbles across an ancient sealed vault... more

  • Blood and Bone (Novels of the Malazan Empire #5)
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    Blood and Bone (Novels of the Malazan Empire #5)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars
    · 31 ratings · published 2012

    In the western sky the bright emerald banner of the Visitor descends like a portent of annihilation. On the continent of Jacuruku, the Thaumaturgs have mounted yet another expedition to tame the neighboring wild jungle. Yet this is no normal wilderness. It is called Himatan, and it is said to be half of the spirit-realm and half of the earth. And it is said to be ruled by a powerful entity whom some name the Queen of Witches, and some a goddess: the ancient Ardata... more

  • Assail (Novels of the Malazan Empire #6)
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    Assail (Novels of the Malazan Empire #6)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars
    · 27 ratings · published 2013

    This followup to Ian C. Esslemont's Blood and Bone is sure to delight Malazan fans.Tens of thousands of years of ice is melting, and the land of Assail, long a byword for menace and inaccessibility, is at last yielding its secrets. Tales of gold discovered in the region's north circulate in every waterfront dive and sailor's tavern, and now countless adventurers and fortune-seekers have set sail in search of riches... more

  • The Malazan Empire Series:  (Night of Knives, Return of the Crimson Guard, Stonewielder, Orb Sceptre Throne, Blood and Bone, Assail) (Novels of the Malazan Empire #1-6)
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    The Malazan Empire Series: (Night of Knives, Return of the Crimson Guard, Stonewielder, Orb Sceptre Throne, Blood and Bone, Assail) (Novels of the Malazan Empire #1-6)

    Ian C. Esslemont

    Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings · published 2017

    This discounted ebundle includes: Night of Knives, Return of the Crimson Guard, Stonewielder, Orb Sceptre Throne, Blood and Bone, Assail An epic adventure in the extraordinarily imagined world of Malaz!Esslemont’s epic fantasy series begins with the story of the night of the Shadow Moon, when the good people of Malaz are threatened with demon hounds and other, darker things... more

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