The Sundering (series)
The Sundering is a duology of fantasy novels by Jacqueline Carey, comprised of Banewrecker, and Godlsayer. The series depicts a conflict between light and dark, with many of the same conventions of fantasy fiction. The story is very similar to J.R.R. Tolkein's Lord of the Rings, but told as a tragedy from the "dark" side's perspective. Though one side can be considered light, consisting of Elves, Men and Dwarves, and dark, with an army ot Trolls, neither can be considered "good" or "evil".
Novels
The Sundering consists of the following novels (with release dates). This is also the chronological order within the story.
- Banewrecker (2004)
- Godslayer (2005)
Background
The events of the novels are a continuation of the Shaper's War.
The Shapers
- Sartoris Third-Born, his Lordship, the leader of the forces of Darkhaven. Once named "The Sower" because of his gift, quickening of the flesh. His enemies have named him "Banewrecker" and "The Sunderer".
Major Characters
- Lord General Tanaros Cavaros Blacksword, the main point-of-view character through the series. He is one of the Three, the Soldier, immortal general of Darkhaven's armies. He killed his wife and king after they betrayed him in an affair. His enemies have named him "Kingslayer."