Anne Bishop Knihy

Jaenelle vládne jako královna na dvoře Ebon Askavi, a proto zkorumpovaná čistá krev už nemůže masakrovat její lid a zneuctívat její zemi. Ale kde se uzavřou dveře, může být prolomeno okno, proto musí být nepřátelé zničeni jednou provždy.Ani Čarodějka sama však nemá dostatek sil k tomu, aby ochránila Říši Stínů. Někde, dlouho ztracen v Šíleném království, se nachází Daemon, její předurčený společník. Neoblomná láska, kterou k Jaenelle chová, sjednotí dvůr a zajistí moc. Ukazuje se ale, že spojené síly nebudou stačit k odražení útoků nepřátel – pouze strašlivá oběť může zachránit ty, které Jaenelle miluje… Krátká ukázka z knihy: Navzdory všemu rozumu, navzdory vší touze, dokonce i když si myslel, že se s ní oženil Lucivar, stále ještě nedokázal vstřebat fakt, že Jaenelle už dávno není tou dívenkou, jakou znal. Už vyrostla a dospěla. Stěny v pokoji najednou zešedly, ještě více potemněly a začaly se uzavírat, přičemž kolem něj vytvořily tunel. „Daemone.“ Tenhle hluboký hlas si také pamatoval. Slyšel ho a připadalo mu, že zní pobaveně. Dříve ho slýchával plný zuřivosti a zběsilé síly. Slýchával ho zastřený a vyčerpaný. Slýchával ho, jak ho prosí, aby se na něj napojil, aby přijal pomoc a sílu, kterou mu nabízel. Pomalu se otočil a zíral na Saetana. Prince Temnoty. Nejvyššího pána Pekla. Svého otce.

Librarian's note: See alternate cover for this edition here.Enough time has passed for the young girl Jaenelle, heir to the magical Darkness, for her physical wounds to heal, while amnesia keeps her frightening memories at bay. But with Saetan--a Black-Jewelled Warlord Prince and Jaenelle's foster-father--to protect her, she will continue to grow. Her magic will mature. Her memories will return. And Jaenelle will face her destiny when she remembers Daemon, Saetan's son, who made the ultimate sacrifice for her love....

The Dark Kingdom is preparing itself for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy--the arrival of a new Queen, a Witch who will wield more power than even the High Lord of Hell himself. But this new ruler is young, and very susceptible to influence and corruption; whoever controls her controls the Darkness. And now, three sworn enemies begin a ruthless game of politics and intrigue, magic and betrayal, and the destiny of an entire world is at stake.

Enter the world of the Others in the first novel in New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop’s thrilling fantasy series: a place where unearthly entities—vampires and shape-shifters among them—rule the Earth and prey on the human race. As a cassandra sangue, or blood prophet, Meg Corbyn can see the future when her skin is cut—a gift that feels more like a curse. Meg’s Controller keeps her enslaved so he can have full access to her visions. But when she escapes, the only safe place Meg can hide is at the Lakeside Courtyard—a business district operated by the Others. Shape-shifter Simon Wolfgard is reluctant to hire the stranger who inquires about the Human Liaison job. First, he senses she’s keeping a secret, and second, she doesn’t smell like human prey. Yet a stronger instinct propels him to give Meg the job. And when he learns the truth about Meg and that she’s wanted by the government, he’ll have to decide if she’s worth the fight between humans and the Others that will surely follow.

The award-winning Black Jewels trilogy combines three novels, exploring a dark and captivating fantasy world filled with complex characters and intricate power dynamics. Readers are drawn into a tale of magic, strength, and the struggle for dominance among various factions, featuring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for identity. This collection presents a unique opportunity to experience the entire saga by the bestselling author in a single volume, showcasing the depth and richness of the narrative.

With the corrupt Queens wiped out and only a few leaderless Warlord Princes remaining, Theran Grayhaven knows that he is the only one who has the power to restore Dena Nehele to the land it once was, if he can only find a Queen.

"After winning the trust of the terra indigene residing in the Lakeside Courtyard, Meg Corbyn has had trouble figuring out what it means to live among them. As a human, Meg should be barely tolerated prey, but her abilities as a cassandra sangue make her something more. The appearance of two addictive drugs has sparked violence between the humans and the Others, resulting in the murders of both species in nearby cities. So when Meg has a dream about blood and black feathers in the snow, Simon Wolfgard--Lakeside's shape-shifting leader--wonders whether their blood prophet dreamed of a past attack or of a future threat. As the urge to speak prophecies strikes Meg more frequently, trouble finds its way inside the Courtyard. Now the Others and the handful of humans residing there must work together to stop the man bent on reclaiming their blood prophet--and stop the danger that threatens to destroy them all"-- Provided by publisher

New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop’s Black Jewels novels have enthralled readers and critics alike. Now, in Twilight’s Dawn, she returns to the Blood realm with four captivating novellas... WINSOL GIFTS Daemon is settling into his first year of married life with his Witch Queen Jaenelle. But as the celebration of Winsol draws near, he finds himself pulled in multiple directions playing host to his formidable family. SHADES OF HONOR When wounded Surreal returns to Ebon Rih, her former lover Falonar ruthlessly challenges the rule of her family, testing Surreal’s resolve not to succumb to the darkness burning inside her. FAMILY When someone lays a vicious trap for Queen Sylvia and her sons, the ruling family of Dhemlan must uncover the identity of a vicious warlord before he returns to finish what he started. THE HIGH LORD'S DAUGHTER After losing two important people in his life, Daemon has built a wall around his heart. But when he inadvertently forges a new connection, will it be enough to free him from his loveless existence?

Librarian's note: See alternate cover edition of ISBN 0451456734 here.Jaenelle Angelline now reigns as Queen-protector of the Shadow Realm. No longer will the corrupt Blood slaughter her people and defile her lands. But where one chapter ends, a final, unseen battle remains to be written, and Jaenelle must unleash the terrible power that is Witch to destroy her enemies once and for all.Even so, she cannot stand alone. Somewhere, long lost in madness, is Daemon, her promised Consort. Only his unyielding love can complete her Court and secure her reign. Yet, even together, their strength may not be enough to hold back the most malevolent of forces.