Jhereg
THE ASSASSIN
There are many ways for a young man with
quick wits and a quick sword to advance in the world. Vlad Taltos chose
the route of the assassin. To his other qualifications he added two
things: The first was a smattering of witchcraft – badly thought of on
Dragaera, but only a fool refuses such a weapon...
The second was his constant companion, a young jhereg,
its leathery wings, and poisonous teeth always at Vlad's command, its
alien mind psionically linked with his own. Vlad has never regretted
the sorcerous bargain he made with his jhereg's mother: "I offer your
egg long life and fresh, red meat without struggle, and I offer it my
friendship. I ask for aid in my endeavors. I ask for its wisdom, and I
ask for its friendship."
Steven Brust
Steven Karl Zoltán Brust (born 1955) is an American fantasy and science fiction author of Hungarian descent. His most famous works are books about the assassin Vlad Taltos. His novels have been translated into many languages. He currently lives in Las Vegas.
Vlad Taltos
Vlad Táltos is the central character of a series of novels written by Steven Brust and set on the planet Dragaera.
Vlad Taltos consists of seventeen books, and the series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
Main series Dragaera
Related series Vlad Taltos (omnibus editions)
