Sword in the Storm

Book One of The Rigante

By David Gemmell | Publisher: Random House Worlds

About the book

Fierce and proud, the Rigante dwell deep in the green mountain lands, worshiping the gods of air and water, and the spirits of the earth.  Among them lives a warrior who bears the mark of fate. Born of the storm that slew his father, he is Connavar, and tales of his courage spread like wildfire.

The Seidh--a magical race as old as time--take note of the young warrior and cast a malignant shadow across his life. For soon a merciless army will cross the water, destroying forever the timeless rhythms of life among the Rigante.

Swearing to protect his people, Connavar embarks on a quest that will take him into the heart of the enemy. Along the way, he receives a gift: a sword as powerful and deadly as the Seidh who forged it. Thus he receives a name that will strike fear into the hearts of friend and foe alike--a name proclaiming a glorious and bitter destiny . . .

Demonblade.

Editions of Sword in the Storm

Hardcover
ISBN 9780593037188
Paperback
ISBN 9780552142564
Paperback
ISBN 9780345432346
EBook
ISBN 9780307797612

Read an Excerpt

Fierce and proud, the Rigante dwell deep in the green mountain lands, worshiping the gods of air and water, and the spirits of the earth.  Among them lives a warrior who bears the mark of fate. Born of the storm that slew his father, he is Connavar, and tales of his courage spread like wildfire.

The Seidh--a magical race as old as time--take note of the young warrior and cast a malignant shadow across his life. For soon a merciless army will cross the water, destroying forever the timeless rhythms of life among the Rigante.

Swearing to protect his people, Connavar embarks on a quest that will take him into the heart of the enemy. Along the way, he receives a gift: a sword as powerful and deadly as the Seidh who forged it. Thus he receives a name that will strike fear into the hearts of friend and foe alike--a name proclaiming a glorious and bitter destiny . . .

Demonblade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sword in the Storm about?

Fierce and proud, the Rigante dwell deep in the green mountain lands, worshiping the gods of air and water, and the spirits of the earth.  Among them lives a warrior who bears the mark of fate. Born of the storm that slew his father, he is Connavar, and tales of his courage spread like wildfire.

The Seidh--a magical race as old as time--take note of the young warrior and cast a malignant shadow across his life. For soon a merciless army will cross the water, destroying forever the timeless rhythms of life among the Rigante.

Swearing to protect his people, Connavar embarks on a quest that will take him into the heart of the enemy. Along the way, he receives a gift: a sword as powerful and deadly as the Seidh who forged it. Thus he receives a name that will strike fear into the hearts of friend and foe alike--a name proclaiming a glorious and bitter destiny . . .

Demonblade.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Sword in the Storm?

Fiction > Fantasy > Epic fantasy / high fantasy

Where can I read a sample of Sword in the Storm?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780593037188

Is Sword in the Storm part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Rigante

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Sword in the Storm?

David Gemmell

Who is the Publisher of the book Sword in the Storm?

Random House Worlds

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

Sword in the Storm is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780593037188) and paperback(ISBN 9780552142564) and paperback(ISBN 9780345432346) and ebook(ISBN 9780307797612)

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