On the remote planet of First of the Sun, a trapper named Dusk ventures into the cognitive realm to protect his home from an encroaching interstellar threat. He navigates a landscape where dangerous predators and strange mental abilities dictate survival. Along the way, he encounters a dragon who has been forced into a human shape and stripped of her natural power. These two disparate figures form a pragmatic alliance to navigate the shadowy archipelago of the Emberdark, facing a technological empire that seeks to exploit their world’s unique ecological resources.
Readers who enjoy hard magic systems and interconnected universe lore will find this book fits into the larger Cosmere framework. It appeals to those who prefer stories about survival, diplomacy between different species, and the collision of traditional cultures with advanced spacefaring civilizations. One walks away with a clear understanding of how small-scale planetary conflicts fit into a broader galactic political struggle and how ancient biological secrets can become pivotal assets in a high-tech war.
Clear-cut and escapist; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Publisher
- Tor
- ISBN
- 9781250415394
- Language
- EN
