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REAPER'S GALE

Steven Erikson (2007)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingHard R
Pages (Doorstopper (600+))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads4.39/5 (40346)

Content levels

ViolenceGraphic
Sexual contentMild
LanguageStrong

Synopsis

The seventh awesome chapter in the most ambitious and acclaimed fantasy series of recent years.The Letherii Empire is in turmoil. Rhulad Sengar, the Emperor of a Thousand Deaths, spirals into madness, while the Errant, once a farseeing god, appears suddenly blind to the future. Driven by the corruption and self-interest, the empire edges ever-closer to all-out war with its neighbouring kingdoms. And the great Edur fleet draws ominously ever closer. With Karsa Orlong and Icarium Lifestealer among its warriors, that blood will be spilled is certain.But a band of fugitives look to escape from Lether. One of them, Fear Sengar, seeks the soul of Scabandari Bloodeye, for he hopes that with its help, they might halt the Tiste Edur and so save the emperor, his brother. But another is Scabandari's old enemy: Silchas Ruin, brother of Anomander Rake. He carries scars inflicted by Scabandari, and such bloodshed cannot go unanswered. There is to be a reckoning and it will be on an unimaginable scale. . .

REAPER'S GALE: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This is an extremely violent, complex epic fantasy with graphic battle scenes, psychological horror, and mature philosophical themes. The Malazan series is known for its unflinching depiction of war, death, and human suffering.

What to know going in

This book has graphic violence, mild sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include torture, graphic violence, gore, murder, and death (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adults who love massive, interconnected fantasy epics with morally complex characters will appreciate the intricate worldbuilding and brutal realism.

Tags

Dark FantasyEpic FantasyHigh FantasyMilitary FantasyGrimdark