Barbara Hambly
Barbara Hambly is an American author known for her works in fantasy, science fiction, mystery, and historical fiction. She has written several popular series, including the 'Benjamin January' mystery series and the 'Darwath' fantasy series.
Books
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1. Those Who Hunt The Night
In this gripping historical fantasy novel set in early 20th-century London, a former British secret service agent named James Asher is reluctantly drawn into a dangerous alliance with a vampire named Don Simon Ysidro. Asher is tasked with uncovering the mysterious force that is systematically hunting and killing vampires in the city. As he delves deeper into the shadowy underworld of the undead, Asher must navigate a web of intrigue and deception, balancing his own survival with the need to protect his wife, Lydia, while confronting the moral complexities of his alliance with creatures he once considered monsters.
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2. A Free Man Of Color
A Benjamin January Novel
Set in the vibrant and tumultuous world of 1830s New Orleans, this historical mystery follows Benjamin January, a free man of color, who navigates the complex social hierarchies and racial tensions of the time. When a beautiful and notorious octoroon is found murdered during Mardi Gras, January, a skilled musician and surgeon, is drawn into a dangerous investigation. As he delves deeper into the city's underbelly, he must confront the prejudices and injustices of a society that views him as both an insider and an outsider, while risking his own freedom and life to uncover the truth.
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3. Dead Water
In this gripping tale set in the vibrant yet treacherous world of 19th-century New Orleans, Benjamin January, a free man of color and skilled physician, finds himself embroiled in a dangerous investigation when a steamboat captain is murdered. As tensions rise amidst the backdrop of racial prejudice and societal unrest, January must navigate a labyrinth of secrets and lies to uncover the truth. With the Mississippi River as both a lifeline and a threat, he races against time to solve the mystery, all while confronting the haunting shadows of his past and the ever-present specter of injustice.
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4. The Time Of The Dark
In a gripping tale of fantasy and adventure, two ordinary individuals from modern-day California are thrust into a parallel world plagued by darkness and terror. As they navigate this unfamiliar realm, they join forces with a courageous wizard and a resilient warrior to combat the sinister forces threatening to engulf the land. Amidst the chaos, they discover hidden strengths and forge unbreakable bonds, embarking on a perilous journey to restore light and hope to a world on the brink of despair.
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5. The Walls Of Air
The Darwath Trilogy, Book Two
In this gripping fantasy sequel, the protagonists, Gil and Rudy, find themselves navigating a world where magic and reality intertwine, as they continue their quest to thwart the dark sorcerer, Ingold Inglorion. As they journey through perilous landscapes and face formidable foes, they must harness their burgeoning magical abilities and rely on newfound alliances to survive. The narrative weaves a tapestry of adventure, danger, and the struggle for power, all while exploring themes of friendship, courage, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.
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6. The Armies Of Daylight
In this gripping fantasy tale, the protagonist, a courageous wizard named Ingold Inglorion, must lead a desperate alliance of humans and wizards against the relentless onslaught of the Dark, a malevolent force threatening to engulf the world in eternal night. As the armies of daylight rally to defend their realm, Ingold and his companions face treacherous landscapes, political intrigue, and their own inner demons. With time running out, they must harness their magical abilities and forge unlikely alliances to uncover the secrets of the Dark and restore hope to their beleaguered world.
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7. The Silent Tower
The Windrose Chronicles
In a world where magic and technology coexist, a powerful wizard named Caris is wrongfully imprisoned in the Silent Tower, a place that nullifies magic. Meanwhile, Joanna, a computer programmer from another universe, is inadvertently drawn into this magical realm. Together, they must navigate a landscape filled with political intrigue, dark sorcery, and unforeseen dangers to uncover the truth behind the mysterious forces threatening both their worlds. As they forge an unlikely alliance, they discover that their combined skills might be the key to saving their respective realities from impending doom.
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8. Dragonsbane
In a world where dragons are both feared and revered, a young prince seeks the help of a legendary dragonslayer, John Aversin, to save his kingdom from a menacing dragon. Accompanied by his partner Jenny, a powerful yet conflicted witch, John embarks on a perilous journey that tests their courage, loyalty, and love. As they confront the dragon, they also grapple with their own inner demons and the complexities of power and sacrifice, ultimately discovering that true heroism lies not in slaying monsters but in understanding and embracing one's own humanity.
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9. Star Wars
Children of the Jedi
In a galaxy far, far away, the story unfolds with a gripping tale of adventure, betrayal, and redemption as the remnants of the Empire clash with the New Republic. The narrative follows the journey of a young Jedi, who must navigate the complexities of loyalty and power while confronting a mysterious threat that could unravel the fragile peace. As alliances are tested and secrets revealed, the characters are drawn into a web of intrigue and danger, where the line between friend and foe blurs, and the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance.
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