Ian C. Esslemont
3 SeriesIan C. Esslemont is a Canadian author known for his epic fantasy novels in the Malazan Empire series. He co-created the Malaz world with Steven Erikson, originally developed as a role-playing game setting. Esslemont resides in Alaska with his wife, novelist Gerri Brightwell.
In "Night of Knives," the first Malazan Empire novel by Ian C. Esslemont, the once-significant island of Malaz braces for the rare Shadow Moon. This celestial event brings demon hounds and darker beings to the city, threatening its residents. Amidst the chaos, factions within the Empire vie for the imperial throne. Prophecy suggests that Emperor Kellanved, long missing, will return on this night. The Shadow Moon also summons an ancient, alien presence, leading to a cataclysmic battle that will decide the fate of Malaz and the world beyond.
