Books like Mountain of Black Glass by Tad Williams
Mountain of Black Glass is the third installment in Tad Williams’ epic fantasy series, Otherland. In this volume, readers venture deeper into the immersive virtual reality world of Otherland, encountering a blend of high fantasy and speculative technology. The narrative continues to follow a cast of characters navigating this complex realm, expanding the series’ expansive mythos.
Set within the expansive Otherland universe, the novel weaves together elements of epic fantasy and science fiction, showcasing the series’ hallmark blend of imaginative world‑building and intricate plot development.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Tad Williams
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