The Darkest Road

By Guy Gavriel Kay | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

About the book

Five men and women from our world face a battle with an evil beyond imagining in the deeply moving conclusion to Guy Gavriel Kay’s acclaimed Fionavar Tapestry.

As the Unraveller’s armies assemble, those resisting him must call upon the most ancient of powers, knowing that if this realm of gods and magic is conquered by evil, the ripples of destruction will be felt across all worlds. 

But despite the sacrifices made and courage shown, all may be undone because of one child’s choice. For that one has been born of both Darkness and Light, and he alone must walk the darkest road as the fate of worlds hangs in the balance...

Editions of The Darkest Road

Paperback
ISBN 9780451458339
Paperback
ISBN 9780451451804
EBook
ISBN 9781101664018
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9781436244312
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9781101058183

Read an Excerpt

Five men and women from our world face a battle with an evil beyond imagining in the deeply moving conclusion to Guy Gavriel Kay’s acclaimed Fionavar Tapestry.

As the Unraveller’s armies assemble, those resisting him must call upon the most ancient of powers, knowing that if this realm of gods and magic is conquered by evil, the ripples of destruction will be felt across all worlds. 

But despite the sacrifices made and courage shown, all may be undone because of one child’s choice. For that one has been born of both Darkness and Light, and he alone must walk the darkest road as the fate of worlds hangs in the balance...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Darkest Road about?

Five men and women from our world face a battle with an evil beyond imagining in the deeply moving conclusion to Guy Gavriel Kay’s acclaimed Fionavar Tapestry.

As the Unraveller’s armies assemble, those resisting him must call upon the most ancient of powers, knowing that if this realm of gods and magic is conquered by evil, the ripples of destruction will be felt across all worlds. 

But despite the sacrifices made and courage shown, all may be undone because of one child’s choice. For that one has been born of both Darkness and Light, and he alone must walk the darkest road as the fate of worlds hangs in the balance...

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Darkest Road?

Fiction > Fantasy > Epic fantasy / high fantasy

Where can I read a sample of The Darkest Road?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780451458339

Is The Darkest Road part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Fionavar Tapestry

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Darkest Road?

Guy Gavriel Kay

Who is the Publisher of the book The Darkest Road?

Penguin Publishing Group

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The Darkest Road is available as paperback(ISBN 9780451458339) and paperback(ISBN 9780451451804) and ebook(ISBN 9781101664018) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781436244312) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101058183)

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