Sep 24, 2001 Throne of Darkness takes place in a feudal version of Japan called Yamato. At the time of the game Yamato is ruled by the Shogun Tsunayoshi and his four warlords. Tsunayoshi seeks ultimate power over the land and in a bid to acquire it transforms himself into the dark warlord Zanshin.
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Perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, this novel from acclaimed author Douglas Nicholas continues the gripping dark fantasy series that Kirkus Reviews describes as 'a more profound Harry Potter for adults.' It's 1215 in northwest England, and mystical Irish queen Maeve and her unlikely band of warriors must protect the region from a chilling fate. Word of a threat reaches Perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, this novel from acclaimed author Douglas Nicholas continues the gripping dark fantasy series that Kirkus Reviews describes as 'a more profound Harry Potter for adults.'
It's 1215 in northwest England, and mystical Irish queen Maeve and her unlikely band of warriors must protect the region from a chilling fate. Word of a threat reaches the Northern barons: King John has plotted to import an African sorcerer and his sinister clan of blacksmiths, whose unearthly powers may spell destruction for the entire kingdom. Along with her lover, Jack, her gifted niece, Nemain, and Nemain's newlywed husband, Hob (whose hidden talents will soon be revealed), Maeve must overcome a supernatural threat unlike any she's seen before.With his characteristic blend of historical adventure and intoxicating mythological elements, Nicholas once again 'goes for the throat.with brilliant writing and whip-smart plotting.' (New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry). This is a richly woven tale that will leave you hungry for more. Are you a Game of Thrones fan? Boy have I got a series for you!
When I finished reading Something Red, Book #1 in the 13th century mythological historical series by Douglas Nicholas, it gave me the chills and had me checking all of my closets for foul magical beasts. Somehow I missed Book #2, The Wicked, last year; however, Ive just ordered it so Im going to quickly correct that oversight and Ill let you know what I think. That brings us to Book #3, Throne of Darkness, which were reviewing Are you a Game of Thrones fan? Boy have I got a series for you! When I finished reading Something Red, Book #1 in the 13th century mythological historical series by Douglas Nicholas, it gave me the chills and had me checking all of my closets for foul magical beasts.
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Somehow I missed Book #2, The Wicked, last year; however, I’ve just ordered it so I’m going to quickly correct that oversight and I’ll let you know what I think. That brings us to Book #3, Throne of Darkness, which we’re reviewing today.As my friends will tell you, I’m normally a little OCD when it comes to reading series in order but each of these books is self-contained enough that I don’t think it’s a problem with this series. In fact, even if you haven’t read Something Red, I don’t think you’ll have a problem getting into Throne of Darkness as a stand-alone.
Read the rest of my review at. Molly and her troupe find themselves in an odd situation, conscripted by none other than the Roman Catholic Church to deal with issues involving King John. Seems the nation's ruler has enlisted the help of a sorcerer who leads a group of shapeshifters intent on ridding the country of John Lackland's northern enemies. These shapeshifters, two hundred in number, would decimate the northern lords, including Sir Jehan and Sir Odinell.
Having heard of their past deeds involving issues of a more Molly and her troupe find themselves in an odd situation, conscripted by none other than the Roman Catholic Church to deal with issues involving King John. Seems the nation's ruler has enlisted the help of a sorcerer who leads a group of shapeshifters intent on ridding the country of John Lackland's northern enemies. These shapeshifters, two hundred in number, would decimate the northern lords, including Sir Jehan and Sir Odinell. Having heard of their past deeds involving issues of a more otherworldly and evil nature, the Church hopes that Molly, Nemain, Jack, and Hob can rid the country of these monstrous beings and the magus who controls them.
In exchange for their help, the Church's representative promises their support for Molly and also swears forgiveness of her heathen ways.So Molly and all are blackmailed into service, so to speak. If they are successful in their task, Molly won't burn at the stake (according to the Pope's man) and if they aren't, they'll most certainly be dead anyway. But how can Molly and team refuse when to do so would greatly impact their friends and supporters in the north?While Nicholas doesn't delve too deeply into the history of the time, Throne of Darkness is woven around the unease and restlessness of England in 1215 and the signing of the Magna Carta. King John (for those of us who can't keep the monarchies straight) is the very same of Robin Hood fame. He's also the king who lost Normandy to France causing all sorts of upheaval.
And he did indeed war with Pope Innocent III but no mention of attempted alliances with Muslim nations.There's quite a bit of folklore in Throne of Darkness, indeed in the series as a whole. The bouda, magical white cows, and of course the Irish mythology with Molly at it's center. For a book I'd been so greatly anticipating, Throne did not disappoint. I had hoped, though, that we would finally get Molly's story in Ireland - apparently that's set for the fourth installment in the series!
Can poetic writing, historical fiction and fantasy be combined to tell a compelling story? They can if the author is Douglas Nicholas.
His latest novel, Throne of Darkness will appeal to Game of Throne fans as well as readers of medieval historical fiction. The third in a series, readers once again meet up with the unusual family of traveling musicians. Molly, otherwise known as Maeve the Irish Queen, her lover and occasional shape shifter Jack, as well as her granddaughter Nemain and Nemains Can poetic writing, historical fiction and fantasy be combined to tell a compelling story?
They can if the author is Douglas Nicholas. His latest novel, Throne of Darkness will appeal to Game of Throne fans as well as readers of medieval historical fiction. The third in a series, readers once again meet up with the unusual family of traveling musicians. Molly, otherwise known as Maeve the Irish Queen, her lover and occasional shape shifter Jack, as well as her granddaughter Nemain and Nemain’s new husband Hob are called to meet with an agent of the Pope. It is 1215 and King John of England is planning to wipe out the Northern barons who oppose John and his heavy taxes. The fact that John has been excommunicated is not the reason the Roman Catholic Church is willing to join forces with Molly and her pagan ways.
It seems John has recruited a powerful African sorcerer who has an army of blacksmiths who possess unusual powers, powers that can not only defeat but murder many men at one time. Maeve must summon her greatest powers if she hopes to defeat such dark magic, but if she is successful not only will she protect her allies, she will also have protection from the Church, a fact that she knows will be useful to her in the future. Nichols combines cinematic attention to detail with breathtaking storytelling to produce an unforgettable tale.
Filled with horrific monsters, magical powers, and historical details, Throne of Darkness is sure to please a multitude of readers. Third in the Queen Maeve series, Throne of Darkness brings Molly's small band into contact with a murderous group called The Cousins. These dark and sinister men are Mahometan from the Middle East hired by evil King John to help him secure the throne. Working under the Vatican's Monsignor da Panzano, Molly must use her power to stop them before all is lost and England is forever under John's rule. I enjoyed this novel almost as much as the previous two. It seemed a bit rushed towards the end for Third in the Queen Maeve series, Throne of Darkness brings Molly's small band into contact with a murderous group called The Cousins. These dark and sinister men are Mahometan from the Middle East hired by evil King John to help him secure the throne.
Working under the Vatican's Monsignor da Panzano, Molly must use her power to stop them before all is lost and England is forever under John's rule. I enjoyed this novel almost as much as the previous two. It seemed a bit rushed towards the end for me, but I love the dynamics between Molly, Nemain, Hob, Jack and Sweetlove. The descriptive language is wonderful, allowing the reader to just fall into the past as if it were a painting. I hope there are more of these books to follow.