Discover the fate of the original black Magician, Pug, and his motley crew of
agents who safeguard the world of Trigia, as prophecy becomes truth in the first
book of the last ever Midkemian trilogy.
“…This novel is the work of an author renewed, presenting the fifth
and final Riftwar…among the best that the author has written.” –
SF Site
The Darkness is coming…
The Kingdom is plagued by rumour and instability. Kingdom spies in Kesh have
been disappearing – either murdered, or turned to the enemy side. Information
has become scant and unreliable; but one thing appears clear. Dark forces are on
the move…
Since Pug and the Conclave of Shadows enforced peace after the last Keshian
invasion, the Empire has offered no threat. But now factions are rising and Jim
Dasher reports mobilizations of large forces in the Keshian Confederacy. As the
men of the West answer the King's call to muster, Martin conDoin – left as
caretaker of Crydee Keep – will suddenly be confronted with the vanguard of
an invading army. He reminds himself that he is a year older than his legendary
ancestor, Prince Arutha, was when he stood firm against the Tsurani invasion,
but Arutha had an army to command, and Martin is left with old men and
young boys.
Massive events are about to unfold, events which threaten the future of all
human life in Midkemia…
Reviews
“A Kingdom Besieged is a long, long way from where Raymond E. Feist began.
Yet it manages to feel fresh and bursting with energy, while simultaneously
pulling off the trick of seeming familiar. It's an illusion worthy of Penn and
Teller. This novel is the work of an author renewed, presenting the fifth and
final Riftwar, determined to go out at the top of his game. I really hope that
the momentum and quality continues, as the beginning is among the best that the
author has written.” – SF Site
“Originality and wit a rollicking tale Feist’s narrative skill,
ingenuity at creating systems of magic, and eye for plausible militaryscenarios
stand him in good stead. His many fans will be pleased.” – Booklist
“Fast action, appealing characters, and a splendid setting will delight
readers of fantasy and leave them eager for the next battle.” – Kirkus
Author Biography
Feist is one of the world's leading fantasy writers. His Riftwar and
Serpentwar Sagas have been global bestsellers for years. Born and raised in
Southern California, Raymond E. Feist was educated at the University of
California, San Diego, where he graduated with honours in Communication Arts. He
is the author of the bestselling and critically acclaimed Riftwar Saga.