Shadowheart
WAR HAS COME...
It has been smouldering for years but now the conflict between Balaia’s four colleges of magic has finally blazed into furious life.
Xetesk, the Dark College, determined to impose its rule, now faces an alliance of Lystern and Dordova. Julatsa is crippled, still struggling to find Elven mages to raise its Heart and remake its link to Balaia’s constant flow of Mana.
And so the armies mass, the people flee and the barons play the lethal game of promise and betrayal.
Caught in the flames of the war are The Raven. Three of the legendary mercenary band are dead. One of them struggles with a burgeoning power that could herald a new world and destroy the old. But the survivors will keep their promises to lost friends, to the enslaved Protectors and to the dragon, Sha-Kaan. To Balaia.
The Raven will keep the faith. They will triumph. It’s what they do...
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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
