The Silerian Trilogy Series

"I can take care of my enemies, but Dar shield me from my friends..." For a thousand years, the mountainous island nation of Sileria, wherein dwells Dar the destroyer goddess, has toiled under the yoke of one foreign conqueror after another. But now, as the empires which surround the Middle Sea battle for supremacy on the mainland, Sileria's long-forgotten dream of independence is reborn in the mystical visions of a fiery young sorceress. The subjugated nation's perpetually feuding factions make their violent bid for freedom when a bold mountain bandit, a mysterious exile with a deadly bloodvow on his head, a seductive aristocrat, and a notoriously vengeful water wizard are all reluctantly united by prophecy, destiny, and necessity. If these treacherous enemies can maintain a truce, they might change the world; but betrayal has always been a way of life in Sileria... * The first book of the critically acclaimed epic fantasy trilogy which continues with The White Dragon and concludes with The Destroyer Goddess Praise for In Legend Born "For action-packed storytelling filled with prophecies, plot reversals, and conflict-haunted heroes, this is as good as it gets.  —Philadelphia Inquirer "A smoothly narrated, intricate tale of revolution and the human heart."  —Library Journal "In Legend Born is the kind of book that makes you say, 'Just one more page. I'm right in the middle of a good part and have been for the last 400 pages.' Laura Resnick's plot and characters work together seamlessly. The protagonists have complex histories, and, as Resnick deftly reveals their hidden motivations, their actions begin to make sense. These characters seem real... and readers will want to know what happens to them.     —Starlog "A rich brew of conspiracies... juicy romantic entanglements... blood feuds and massacres."   —Publishers Weekly "Creating a vast panorama that provides an intimate backdrop to the lives of her fascinating characters, Ms. Resnick writes with the shining wonder of truly great fantasy."   —Romantic Times About the Author Laura Resnick is the author of the popular Esther Diamond urban fantasy series. She has also written traditional fantasy novels such as In Legend Born, The Destroyer Goddess, and The White Dragon, which made the "Year's Best" list of Publishers Weekly. An opinion columnist, frequent public speaker, and the Campbell Award-winning author of many sf/f short stories, she is on the Web at LauraResnick.com.

"Keep your friends close,  but keep your enemies closer." —Silerian Proverb For a thousand years, fire and water have fought for ascendancy in Sileria, the mountainous island nation wherein dwells Dar, the destroyer goddess. The Guardians, Sileria's mysterious ghost-talking fire sorcerers have been enemies for centuries with the powerful waterlords of the Honored Society. Now, as the conquering Valdani empire spirals into defeat in Sileria, ancient rivalries are rekindled, and Sileria plunges into the inferno of civil war. When mystical sea spirits, a volcano goddess, and half-human subterranean sorcerers all demand a stake in Sileria's fate, then Mirabar, the fire-eyed prophetess, and Tansen, the reluctant new leader of the mountain rebels, are torn between love and duty. Now everyone in Sileria, allies and enemies alike, must choose between history and destiny—and must fight for victory or face annihilation. * The second book of the critically acclaimed epic fantasy trilogy which began with In Legend Born and concludes with The Destroyer Goddess * Year's Best list, Publisher's Weekly * Year's Best list, Voya * Best Epic Fantasy, Romantic Times Magazine "A suspenseful mix of vague prophecies, startling revelations, constantly shifting loyalties, and the occasional divine intervention, this stunning novel tantalizes right up to the last cliffhanger page." —[starred review] Publisher's Weekly "Vivid descriptions, three-dimensional characters, and a story filled with echoes of a distant past make this a stand-out addition to a fantasy series that belongs in most libraries. Highly recommended."—Library Journal "We are drawn ever deeper into her complex and interesting created world... There's violence and humor and mystery and surprises and plenty of action..." —SF Chronicle "Resnick has complete control of her craft. Not a word is wasted. Still, it's not a light read. The characters are complicated and real. There are plenty of twists and surprises, and the pace quickens as you go. Resnick's world is dangerous and exciting, yet it has a history and many hidden facets." —Cincinnati Enquirer "Atmospheric world-building, dry humor, and appealing characters make The White Dragon an epic fantasy not to be missed."—Romantic Times   About the Author Laura Resnick is the author of the popular Esther Diamond urban fantasy series. She has also written traditional fantasy novels such as In Legend Born, The Destroyer Goddess, and The White Dragon, which made the "Year's Best" list of Publishers Weekly. An opinion columnist, frequent public speaker, and the Campbell Award-winning author of many sf/f short stories, she is on the Web at LauraResnick.com.

"Dar, the destroyer goddess, chose Sileria as Her home... and no one loves destruction the way a Silerian does." For a thousand years in the mountainous island nation of Sileria, fire sorcery and water magic have been at odds. Forever enemies, forever apart. Now, as the conquering Valdani empire withdraws in humiliated defeat from Sileria's blood-drenched shores, the nation is plunged into civil war, prophecy is shattered by betrayal, drought and earthquakes torment the land, and a volcano goddess vents Her wrath. While Tansen, the returned exile who hides a shameful secret, pursues all-out war against the ruthless Honored Society, a sea-born boy struggles with an unwanted fate that could change history,  a treacherous waterlord does what no one in Sileria has ever imagined, and Mirabar, a fire sorceress cursed with the gift of prophecy, risks everything to serve Sileria, destiny, and the destroyer goddess. * Year's Best list, Publisher's Weekly * Year's Best list, Voya "Fast-paced, witty and full of action, the book is a marvel of storytelling, but it's the credible, complex relationships among the characters that elevates this far above the usual fantasy standard... Resnick fans have cause to rejoice." —[starred review] Publishers Weekly   "The rivalries and feuds continue fast and furious, not to say bloody, and Tansen nearly loses his life. But a mysterious boy from the ranks of the waterlords saves Tansen to continue his struggle to a breathless and satisfactory conclusion. The tale will certainly keep its series audience industriously turning pages and make them hope Resnick has more in store for them." —Booklist "Free will wars with vague prophecy and divine intervention in this epic romantic fantasy, which will stay with readers long after the satisfying conclusion... [Resnick's] mythology and world-building are flawless, the characters are convincing and complex, and Sileria is intoxicatingly believable." —Romantic Times About the Author Laura Resnick is the author of the popular Esther Diamond urban fantasy series She has also written traditional fantasy novels such as In Legend Born, The Destroyer Goddess, and The White Dragon, which made the "Year's Best" list of Publishers Weekly. An opinion columnist, frequent public speaker, and the Campbell Award-winning author of many sf/f short stories, she is on the Web at LauraResnick.com.