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*The Darkness That Comes Before* opens the Prince of Nothing saga, presenting a richly detailed, epic fantasy world scarred by a cataclysmic past. Set roughly two thousand years before and after this event, the narrative follows a diverse group of travelers ensnared by the mysterious Anasurimbor Kellhus—a warrior, philosopher, and sorcerer. The novel traces the emergence of a great holy war and its enduring legacy, blending a history‑like tone with complex characters and sweeping world‑building.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: R. Scott Bakker
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