Darkness

In a world where the dawn of a new age is met with shadows of a buried past, Harry Turtledove’s *Darkness* series plunges readers into a hauntingly familiar yet chillingly different reality. Set in an alternate history where the Roman Empire never fell and the Middle Ages remain unbidden, civilizations clash under the pale fire of dragon-kind, and a fragile peace teeters on the brink of chaos. At the center of this epic saga is the determined and resourceful representative of the beleaguered Archaean kingdom, whose aspirations for unity and progress collide with the fierce traditions of the dragon clans. As ancient grudges bubble to the surface and monstrous threats loom on the horizon, the characters are faced with choices that will shape not only their fates but the future of their world. Will they be able to forge alliances in the light of an unforgiving sun, or will the encroaching darkness consume them all? Explore themes of power, loyalty, and the sparks of rebellion in a captivating landscape filled with intricate politics and battle-hardened warriors. Turtledove invites you to traverse this mystical realm, where every decision carries weight and sorcery intertwines with the struggles of humanity. Will the light of hope pierce through the shadows, or will the darkness reign eternal? Dive in, for the tale begins when the first embers of rebellion ignite...