Brothers of the Wind
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Average rating3.9
Now in paperback, set in the New York Times bestselling world of Osten Ard, this short novel continues the saga that inspired a generation of fantasists. Pride often goes before a fall, but sometimes that prideful fall is so catastrophic that it changes history itself. Among the immortal Sithi of Osten Ard, none are more beloved and admired than the two sons of the ruling family, steady Hakatri and his proud and fiery younger brother Ineluki -- Ineluki, who will one day become the undead Storm King. The younger brother makes a bold, terrible oath that he will destroy deadly Hidohebhi, a terrifying monster, but instead drags his brother with him into a disaster that threatens not just their family but all the Sithi -- and perhaps all of humankind as well. Set a thousand years before the events of Williams's The Dragonbone Chair, the tale of Ineluki's tragic boast and what it brings is told by Pamon Kes, Hakatri's faithful servant.
Series
Series
4 primary books6 released books#0.75 in The Last King of Osten Ard
The Last King of Osten Ard is a 6-book series with 4 primary works first released in 2017 with contributions by Tad Williams.
Series
8 primary books11 released books#3.75 in Osten Ard Saga
Osten Ard Saga is a 11-book series with 7 primary works first released in 1988 with contributions by Tad Williams.
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This will be more rewarding for those with preexisting knowledge of Osten Ard, but I think this works really well as a standalone story, too. For me, this is one of my favorite books of the year.
While Williams fills in some of Ineluki's backstory (prior to his descent into supervillainy), there's more emphasis on Ineluki's brother, Hakatri, and Hakatri's faithful servant, Pamon Kes. This duo's story is incredibly compelling, with Pamon Kes as the standout star. I'd happily read more stories from Pamon's perspective and I hope Williams tells additional tales from this era in Osten Ard's history.
All in all, this was a wonderful novella that I struggled to put down. Bonus points for an outstanding cover and a stunning map!
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My thanks to DAW and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
Förbannat bra. Kanske diggar jag den mest för det täta världsbygget. Tveksamt om den är en bra första Williams-bok. Eller, det är den inte. Endast för de redan frälsta.
