The Malazan Book Of The Fallen
This sprawling ten-book epic fantasy series begins with Gardens of the Moon and builds a vast, intricate world filled with gods, mages, soldiers, and ancient civilizations. Known for its complexity, nonlinear structure, and depth, the series explores war, sacrifice, compassion, and history across multiple continents and timelines. Erikson’s storytelling is dense but rewarding, with philosophical reflections and grand-scale battles. Malazan Book of the Fallen is a cornerstone of modern epic fantasy, renowned for its ambition and scope.
Bled dry by interminable warfare, infighting and bloody confrontations with Lord Anomander Rake and his Tiste Andii, the vast, sprawling Malazan empire simmers with discontent. Even its imperial legions yearn for some respite. For Sergeant Whiskeyjack and his Bridgeburners, and for Tattersail - sole surviving sorceress of the Second Legion - the aftermath of the siege of Pale should have been a time to mourn the dead. But Darujhistan, the last of the Free Cities of Genabackis, still holds out against the empire - and Empress Lasseen's ambition knows no bounds. However, it seems the empire is not alone in this great game. Sinister forces gather as the gods themselves prepare to play their hand.