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Twenty-seven years ago, they said Hari Michaelson didn't have a chance. He was just a loser, a street criminal from a disgraced family. He'd never make anything of himself. They were wrong. He made himself into Caine: Killer. Superstar. Hero . . .THE BLADE OF TYSHALLESix years ago, Ma'elkoth--a god of Overworld--held Pallas Ril in his merciless grip. Earth's ruling elite wanted her dead. Caine swore he would save her. They said he didn't have a chance. They were wrong. He sacrificed his career as Caine to crush Pallas Ril's enemies and bring her home.Now Hari Michaelson is the only man who stands between the soulless corporate masters of Earth and the green hills of Overworld. Caine's victory over Ma'elKoth opened a door between the worlds, and the faceless masses of Earth are killing everything he loves. Enemies old and new array themselves against him. And Hari's not even Caine anymore. He's just one man--alone, half-crippled, powerless. They say he doesn't have a chance.They are wrong . . .From the Trade Paperback edition.
Blade of Tyshalle: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult grimdark fantasy features graphic violence, a disabled protagonist fighting corporate tyranny across parallel worlds, strong language throughout, and mature themes of moral compromise and political corruption.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include torture, graphic violence, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who love morally complex antiheroes and dark, violent fantasy with high stakes will be gripped by Caine's desperate fight.