Elfsorrow
THE ELVES ARE DYING...
The rivalry between the four colleges of magic has brought misery to Balaia. The scourge of the wesmen, Civil war, Mana coursing unchecked through the bones of the land. But through it all the elves have lived their ancient, secret lives. Even the deaths of the elven mages in the destruction of Julatsa was seen by the elders as the price paid by a foolish few for meddling in human affairs.
From their homeland in the southern continent of Calaius they have watched human dynasties come and go, aloof and untouched. Until now. Until elves young and old begin dying of a terrifying affliction, struck down at random, in their thousands...
Faced with the death of his race, caught up in the web of hatred and intrigue that binds the colleges together, the elven mage llkar is uniquely placed to find out what is happening to the elves and to try and stop it.
For Ilkar is one of The Raven: a tiny mercenary band of warriors and mages, bound by a vow stronger than blood. Over many years their prowess, their sheer lethality, has become legendary. But even heroes, like elves, are mortal...
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James Barclay
James Barclay is a name that resonates with fans of epic fantasy, known for his bold, character-driven narratives and intricate world-building. With a knack for blending the gritty realities of battle with deeply personal emotional arcs, Barclay has captivated readers around the world, carving out a unique niche in the fantasy genre.
Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Barclay's early life was steeped in a love for storytelling, though his journey into writing was anything but conventional. He initially worked in the field of insurance, but his passion for fantasy literature was never far from his mind. His first breakthrough came with the publication of The Raven's Shadow series, which introduced readers to the extraordinary group of mercenaries known as the Raven. The series is widely praised for its realism in depicting the brutality of war, as well as its complex, flawed characters who must navigate a world that often seems stacked against them.
Legends of The Raven
Legends of The Raven consists of four books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
Main series The Raven
