Dread Empire

Dread Empire

Series by Glen Cook

Dive into Glen Cook's Dread Empire, a gritty fantasy saga led by the cunning and battle-hardened Dreamer, where treachery and dark magic intertwine in a relentless struggle for power, redefining the art of war and loyalty in a vividly imagined realm.

In a realm where shadows dance with the flicker of magic and warfare paints the skyline crimson, the Dread Empire unveils an intricate tapestry of power, betrayal, and survival. Glen Cook’s masterful series plunges readers into a world where the formerly feared and revered are now mere pawns in a relentless game of thrones, led by the determined and morally ambiguous protagonist, the enigmatic and battle-hardened soldier, Doctore. As rival factions clash and treacherous alliances form, Doctore grapples not only with the chaos enveloping the Dread Empire, but with his own tumultuous past and the haunting question of loyalty. Will he rise to challenge the mounting darkness, or will the weight of his decisions cause him to fall into the abyss? Through richly woven narratives, Cook explores themes of ambition, the cost of power, and the stark realities of war, inviting readers to witness a gripping saga where every character harbors secrets, and none can be trusted. As kingdoms teeter on the brink of destruction, the call to arms reverberates—will you heed the call and join the relentless struggle to reclaim the Dread Empire? The journey promises breathtaking twists and moral quandaries that linger long after the last page is turned. Welcome to a world where dread is but the beginning…

Books in this Series

Dread Empire

A Shadow of All Night Falling

Published in 1979

October's Baby

Published in 1980

All Darkness Met

Published in 1980

The Fire in His Hands

Published in 1984

With Mercy Toward None

Published in 1985

Reap the East Wind

Published in 1987

An Ill Fate Marshalling

Published in 1988

A Path to Coldness of Heart

Published in 2012

Wrath of Kings

Published in 2018

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