Fall of the Argosi
A brilliant story of adventure, wit and philosophy from the origins of the SPELLSLINGER series to enrapture devotees as well as newcomers alike.
New to the ways of the Argosi, the tribe of wandering philosophers who seek to defeat evil by wit and guile, Ferius Parfax encounters a hideous plague - the Red Scream. Highly contagious, caught by the hearing of a deadly verse, it turns its victims into mindless monsters that destroy all human life they come into contact with. With the help of a deaf boy whom she has saved from two horrifying victims of the plague, she sets out to find the source of the Red Scream and overcome it's terrifying power. Along the way she is joined by another Argosi, Rosie, who purports to be so much wiser and more adept than Ferius, but who turns out to have her own dark secrets.
Peopled with extraordinary characters and gut-wrenching drama, Ferius's story teaches her hard lessons about the limits of the Argosi's ways. Readers will delight not just in this amazing masterclass in plot pacing and narrative drive, but in the seemingly bottomless well of wit, thought and wisdom that the story brings up and that has changed lives down the ages. It takes the reader on a journey like no other.
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Sebastien de Castell
Sebastien de Castell's writing is a masterful blend of adventure, wit, and heart—a true escape into worlds where the stakes are high, the characters unforgettable, and the battles both physical and emotional. Known for his Greatcoats series, de Castell has carved a unique place for himself in the fantasy genre, captivating readers with a style that balances epic storytelling with the sharp humor of its protagonists.
Born in Canada and raised in a world full of books and stories, de Castell’s love of storytelling blossomed early. But it wasn't until later in life, after stints in various jobs, that he found his true calling as an author. His writing is heavily influenced by the rich tradition of classic fantasy, yet with a modern twist—his novels pulse with energy, humor, and characters that feel as though they could step right out of the pages into the real world.
Spellslinger
Spellslinger consists of six primary books, and includes two additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads — considered a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
