Black Sun Rising - Brossura

Friedman, C.S.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0886775272 ISBN 13: 9780886775278

Casa editrice: DAW, 1992

Riassunto

Twelve centuries after the first colonists are stranded on Erna, a seismically active planet inhabited by a natural force that preys on humans' worst nightmares, four colonists begin a mission to confront the evil. Original.

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Praise for the Coldfire trilogy:

"Stunning.... A feast for those who like their fantasies dark, and as emotionally heady as a rich, red wine." —Locus

"Readers will be enthralled." —Publishers Weekly

"The creative genius of C. S. Friedman burns brightly with the publication of her stunning new novel, blending elements of science fiction and fantasy into an extraordinary reading experience." —Rave Reviews

"Complex and compelling ... The richly detailed setting and strong supporting characters give substance to a tale that explores the consequences of embracing evil in hopes of achieving its redemption. A priority purchase." —Library Journal

"Some of the best writing I have seen in quite a while, and the ending is excellent. Buy this one. Don't wait for it to come out in paperback. Very highly recommended." —Science Fiction Review

"A good mystery wrapped in an adventure story and set against an original and often fascinating background." —Science Fiction Chronicle

"Epic fantasy with a keen, dark edge ... shows off Friedman's gifts of craft and authorial insight." —South Bend Tribune

"Words do not suffice to describe the sheer imaginative genius, not to mention incredible power, of Ms. Friedman's formidable storytelling gift—you simply have to experience it." —Romantic Times

"Hard to put down." —Midwest Book Review 

L'autore:

An acknowledged master of Dark Fantasy, Celia Friedman is a John W. Campbell award finalist, and the author of the highly acclaimed Coldfire Trilogy, New York Times Notable Book of the Year This Alien Shore, In Conquest Born, The Madness Season, The Wilding, and The Magister Trilogy.  Ms. Friedman worked for twenty years as a professional costume designer, but retired from that career in 1996 to focus on her writing. She lives in Virginia, and can be contacted via her website, www.csfriedman.com.

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• Editore: DAW
• Data di pubblicazione: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0886775272
• ISBN 13: 9780886775278
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 592