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The Death of Dulgath

Book 4 in the series:The Riyria Chronicles

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The Death of Dulgath is the third book in The Riyria Chronicles series by Michael J. Sullivan. The story follows the adventures of the duo, Royce Melborn and Hadrian Blackwater, as they undertake a dangerous job to protect Lady Nysa Dulgath from assassination. Set in the Realm of Southern Maranon, the book delves into themes of deception, betrayal, and mystery, with Royce facing questions about his past and discovering unexpected revelations. The plot unfolds in a fast-paced and engaging manner, with intricate world-building and well-developed characters adding depth to the narrative.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, featuring a witty duo, complex women, and engaging interactions.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging and humorous, emphasizing character interactions and light-hearted storytelling.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around a complex assassination scheme involving Lady Dulgath, revealing deeper themes of betrayal and identity.

Setting:

The setting is a fertile yet eerie land of Dulgath, enhancing the intrigue of the story.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, balancing action with character development.
If anyone had asked Royce Melborn what he hated most at that moment, he would’ve said dogs. Dogs and dwarves topped his list, both equally despised for having so much in common—each was short, vicious...

Notes:

The Death of Dulgath is the third book in The Riyria Chronicles.
Royce and Hadrian, the main characters, are hired to help prevent an assassination.
The story reveals new layers of Royce's character, including his Elven heritage.
Michael J. Sullivan's writing style is described as fun and light, focusing on adventure rather than epic seriousness.
1800 people backed the book's publication through Kickstarter.
The book features two strong female characters: Scarlet and Lady Dulgath.
The landscape of Dulgath is described as beautifully eerie.
Hadrian is noted for his naive belief in the goodness of people, which adds to his charm.
The audiobook is well-received, with Tim Gerard Reynolds as the narrator.
Readers who enjoy light fantasy and character-driven stories would likely enjoy this book.

From The Publisher:

Three times they tried to kill her. Then a professional was hired. So was Riyria.When the last member of the oldest noble family in Avryn is targeted for assassination, Riyria is hired to foil the plot. Three years have passed since the war-weary mercenary Hadrian and the cynical ex-assassin Royce joined forces to start life as rogues-for-hire. Things have gone well enough until they're asked to help prevent a murder. Now they must venture into an ancient corner of the world to save a mysterious woman who knows more about Royce than is safe and cares less about herself than is sane.From the best-selling author of The Riyria Revelations comes the third installment of The Riyria Chronicles. Although part of a series, it's designed to thrill both new readers looking for fun, fast-paced fantasy and Riyria veterans wishing to reunite with old friends. For those who do wish to experience the entire Riyria saga, two reading options exist: Order of Publication: Theft of Swords Rise of Empire Heir of Novron The Crown Tower The Rose and the Thorn The Death of DulgathChronological Order: The Crown Tower The Rose and the Thorn The Death of Dulgath Theft of Swords Rise of Empire Heir of NovronPRAISE FOR MICHAEL'S RIYRIA BOOKS"This epic fantasy showcases the arrival of a master storyteller." - Library Journal on Theft of Swords"A delightful, entertaining and page-turning read that reminds us just how enjoyable, and how good The Riyria Revelations series is. A must-buy for all fantasy lovers." - The Founding Fields on Rise of Empire"Heir of Novron is the conclusion to the Riyria Revelations, cementing it in a position as a new classic of modern fantasy: traditional in setting, but extremely unconventional in, well, everything else." - Drying Ink on Heir of Novron"Snappy banter, desperate stakes, pulse-pounding swordplay, and good old-fashioned heroics are all on full display here." - 52 Book Reviews on The Crown Tower"The Rose and the Thorn is full of mystery, adventure, betrayal and just plain awesome." - Fantasy Faction on The Rose and the Thorn.

October 2015
448 pages

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1 comment(s)

Loved It
1 year

I love reading these books. Hadrian and Royce are very compelling characters, and the storyline always moves along swiftly. I'm giving this book four stars simply because I wasn't quite as happy with the new characters as I had been with the books before.

Definitely look forward to getting my hands on the next book!

 
 
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