Title: Herdeira das Sombras
Author: Anne Bishop
First published April 1, 1999
429 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9789728839895 (ISBN10: 9728839898)
Rating: 4.33
Overview
In a world ruled by women, where men are mere subjects, a Black Widow prophesied the arrival of a Queen in her web of dreams and visions seven hundred years ago. That Queen has finally arrived in the form of Jaenelle, but even the protection of the Warlord Princes cannot prevent her enemies from inflicting terrible harm upon her.
Now, it is crucial to protect her at all costs. However, is it still possible to save Jaenelle?
Three men in the Kingdom are willing to give their lives for the promised Queen, but the atrocities committed suggest that there are those willing to do anything to control or destroy Jaenelle. Forever.
About the Author
Anne Bishop resides in upstate New York and finds great pleasure in gardening, writing, and listening to music. With over twenty novels in her repertoire, including the acclaimed Black Jewels Trilogy, she is a seasoned writer.
Her latest series, the Others, is a unique blend of urban dark fantasy that offers a fresh twist. In 2000, she received the Crawford Award for her exceptional storytelling skills.
Editoral Review
Herdeira das Sombras by Anne Bishop is a dark fantasy novel that is both haunting and thrilling. Bishop is a New York Times bestselling author who has become known for her ability to create vivid and complex worlds, and this book is no exception.
Set in a fantastical land where beings known as Others rule the night, the novel explores themes of power, loyalty, and love in the face of danger. The story follows a young woman named Cassidy, who has been raised as a human but carries within her the blood of the Others.
When she inherits a strange and powerful artifact from her grandmother, Cassidy is thrust into a dangerous game of politics and power, where she must navigate the treacherous waters of an Other-world that is rife with danger and deceit. Along the way, she meets a cast of fascinating characters, including Simon Wolfgard, the enigmatic leader of a powerful pack of Others, and Meg Corbyn, the troubled human who becomes Cassidy’s unlikely ally.
Bishop’s writing is masterful in its ability to spin a tale that is both compelling and haunting. The dark and atmospheric setting of the story is beautifully realized, and the characters are richly drawn and complex.
The dynamic between Cassidy and the Others she encounters is particularly noteworthy, as Bishop does an excellent job of exploring the uneasy truce that exists between these two groups. The pacing of the novel is excellent, with tense action scenes interspersed with moments of quiet reflection and character development.
The plot is tightly woven and engaging throughout, with surprising twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end. Overall, Herdeira das Sombras is a stunning work of dark fantasy that is sure to captivate readers with its intricate plot, vivid world-building, and unforgettable characters.
While the book does have some flaws, particularly in its pacing in the latter half of the story, these are minor compared to the strengths of the novel as a whole. For fans of dark fantasy, this is a must-read, and even those who are new to the genre will find much to enjoy.
Highly recommended. Rating: 4.5/5
