Black Wolves

Name: Black Wolves
Price: 3.99 USD
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Rating: 4.4 (414 reviews)
Author: Kate Elliott

by Kate Elliott

Literary Fiction Fantasy

4.4 (414)

4.4 stars from 414 reviews

821 pages~13.7 hr readPublished 2015-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You love intricate political intrigue woven through military fantasy with morally grey characters who question their allegiances.
You appreciate epic worldbuilding that feels lived-in and detailed, with multiple POVs that gradually reveal what's really happening.
You want a long, immersive read (800+ pages) that rewards close attention to plot threads and character development across decades.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer fast-paced plots where the stakes are obvious from the start and heroes are clearly defined.
You're looking for romance as a primary thread; this is fantasy politics and warfare where relationships serve the story, not the reverse.
You like standalone novels; this is the first book in a series and doesn't wrap up all its mysteries.

About this book

In the realm of the Hundred, the Black Wolves serve as the king's elite warriors. For fifteen years, they have pursued four cloaked demons—dangerous beings who ride winged horses and can penetrate the thoughts, dreams, and memories of their prey. The stability of the Hundred depends on stopping these creatures. The king assigns Kellas, his most efficient wolf, to hunt a traitor within their own ranks. Success in this mission would elevate Kellas to captain of the prince's guard. As Kellas's fate becomes entangled with that of the kingdom, violence and treachery escalate. Enemies both demon and human threaten to push the Hundred into chaos. Kellas begins to question whether he is fighting on the right side of the conflict. Winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award for Best Epic Fantasy, Black Wolves explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, ambition, and intrigue across a complex political landscape.

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Currently 4.4★ from 414 reviews

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