SFF

The Basilisk Throne

by Greg Keyes
Titan. Apr. 2023. 496p. ISBN 9781789095487. pap. $16.95. FANTASY
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War is coming as the three human empires, Ophion, Velesa, and Modjal, converge to defeat the nonhuman Drehhu empire, obtain the Basilisk Throne, and rule the world. For the Nevelon family, the stakes couldn’t be higher, as they are on the precipice of losing everything. To stave off destruction, Admiral Nevelon concedes to sail his merchant fleet to help the human emperor, while he sends his daughter, Chrysanthe, to the Ophion capitol city as a hostage and spy. However, the war is not what it seems, as a centuries-old sorcerer may hold the key to defeating the Drehhu, and both Chrysanthe and Admiral Nevelon are faced with choices that may lead to ruin, betrayal, death—or victory.
VERDICT Keyes’s (Realms of the Deathless) high seas, epic fantasy is fast-paced, contains exceptional worldbuilding, and offers multiple intricate plots woven together to create a marvelous adventure that will appeal to Game of Thrones fans. Readers will eagerly await future volumes.
Reviewed by Laura Hiatt , Nov 01, 2022
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