Jacqueline Carey

Jacqueline Carey is an American author best known for her fantasy novels, which often feature themes of political intrigue, sexuality, and human nature. She gained widespread recognition for her 'Kushiel's Legacy' series, starting with 'Kushiel's Dart,' which is celebrated for its complex characters and richly detailed world-building. Carey's work is characterized by its epic storytelling and her ability to weave together elements of mythology and history into her narratives.

Books

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  1. 1. Kushiel's Dart

    Cover of 'Kushiel's Dart' by Jacqueline Carey

    In a world where political intrigue and divine destinies intertwine, a young woman born with a scarlet mote in her eye is marked by the gods for a unique destiny. Trained in the arts of love and espionage, she navigates the complex web of courtly life in a realm where sensuality and pain are intertwined. As a pawn and a player in the game of thrones, she uses her unique gifts to uncover secrets and protect her homeland, all while serving a mysterious patron whose motives are as enigmatic as the unfolding divine plan. Her journey is one of self-discovery, loyalty, and betrayal, set against a backdrop of opulence, ritual, and power struggles, where love can be both a weakness and a formidable weapon.

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