
Port of Shadows
by
Glen Cook
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Science Fiction
Format
Hardcover
Pages
397
Language
English
Published
Sep 11, 2018
Publisher
Tor Books
ISBN-10
1250174570
ISBN-13
9781250174574
Description
In a world steeped in darkness and moral ambiguity, a mercenary company navigates through treachery and betrayal. With no allegiances apart from gold, the soldiers of the Black Company embody the essence of survival in a land rife with conflict and power struggles. They are bound not by noble aspirations but by the harsh reality that every day could be their last. Their fate sways with the whims of their employers, and trust is a currency more rare than their precious coins.
As the narrative unfolds, the soldiers encounter a variety of formidable adversaries, each more sinister than the last. Their journey takes them through shadowy landscapes filled with magic and merciless foes. The Black Company becomes entangled in a deeper web of intrigue, where the line between right and wrong blurs, leaving them to grapple with their own humanity amidst the chaos.
Cook's haunting prose captures the essence of camaraderie among the grim warriors, highlighting their struggles, sacrifices, and fleeting moments of hope. Each character is meticulously crafted, providing readers with a gripping exploration of loyalty and survival against the backdrop of a world that leaves no room for weakness. Here, the shadows become not just a setting, but a reflection of the soul.
As the narrative unfolds, the soldiers encounter a variety of formidable adversaries, each more sinister than the last. Their journey takes them through shadowy landscapes filled with magic and merciless foes. The Black Company becomes entangled in a deeper web of intrigue, where the line between right and wrong blurs, leaving them to grapple with their own humanity amidst the chaos.
Cook's haunting prose captures the essence of camaraderie among the grim warriors, highlighting their struggles, sacrifices, and fleeting moments of hope. Each character is meticulously crafted, providing readers with a gripping exploration of loyalty and survival against the backdrop of a world that leaves no room for weakness. Here, the shadows become not just a setting, but a reflection of the soul.
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