The Fall of the Dagger - (Forsaken Lands) by Glenda Larke (Paperback)

About the Book

"When cleric Saker returns from exile in the Spice Islands he finds his homeland in chaos. A dark sorcerer controls the ear of the king, turning him against his own son and heir, while a corrupted army gathers in the shadows. With the illusionist Sorrel and islander Ardhi, armed with magic from Ardhi's homeland, Saker must stand between his city and the corruption that threatens to cripple it, before it's too late. This is the final novel in the epic fantasy trilogy"--Page 4 of cover.

Book Synopsis

Sorcerers, pirates, and thieves collide in this thrilling conclusion to Glenda Larke's epic fantasy adventureseries, The Forsaken Lands.

Review Quotes

"If it's breathtaking adventure, exotic world-building and fabulous characters and their dilemmas you're after, then Glenda Larke is the author you want. The Lascar's Dagger is the start of another wonderful fantasy series."--Karen Miller

"If you are looking for a new epic fantasy series that will engage, entertain (and maybe even enthrall you) in equal measures, then Larke's your author and The Forsaken Lands is your series."--Civilan Reader (UK)

"Magic, religion, and the spice trade combine in this intriguing series launch... This is an absorbing political fantasy that bodes well for the rest of the series."--Publishers Weekly on The Lascar's Dagger

The Lascar's Dagger is a brilliant, complex, entertaining start to a new series, with deeply-considered cultures and characters, a plot that grabs hold and doesn't let go, exotic settings, and mysterious powers apparently determined to change the fate of anyone who comes near them. Outstanding all the way to the last word...which left me panting for more. Glenda Larke tops my chart.--New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Moon

About the Author

Glenda Larke was born in Western Australia and trained as a teacher. She has taught English in Australia, Vienna, Tunisia and Malaysia. Glenda has two children and lives in Western Australia with her husband.